Cuisine: American

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Craving classic chocolate chip cookies just like your Mom or Grandma used to make? These classic chocolate chip cookies will do the trick. They are perfectly crispy on the edges and soft and gooey in the center. You likely have all the ingredients in your 

Shrimp, Corn and Andouille Sausage Soup

Shrimp, Corn and Andouille Sausage Soup

My family and I lived in Charleston, South Carolina for several years. If there is one thing that will come as no surprise to you, it is that the south has AMAZING food. Charleston in particular in know for their culinary scene. There are many 

Double chocolate, peanut butter chip cookies

Double chocolate, peanut butter chip cookies

I am always in the mood for chocolate and peanut butter. These are one of my top 5 favorite cookies. This rich, chocolate cookie is loaded with peanut butter chips and white chocolate chips and pairs perfectly with a tall glass of milk.

Side note: This cookie dough might be better than the actual cookie. Keep in mind that there are raw eggs in the dough, so proceed at your own risk.

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Double chocolate, peanut butter chip cookies
If you are a lover of all things peanut butter and chocolate, this cookie will be right up your alley. This rich chocolate cookie is loaded with white chocolate chips and peanut butter chips. Pair it with a glass of milk for the perfect way to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Course desert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Passive Time 5 minutes
Servings
dozen
Ingredients
Course desert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Passive Time 5 minutes
Servings
dozen
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Cream together the butter flavored shortening, butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar.
  3. Add the vanilla and eggs, until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all remaining dry ingredients. Add the dry ingredients to the mixing bowl and mix until fully incorporated.
  5. fold in the white chocolate chips and peanut butter chips.
  6. Using a cookie dough scoop, drop dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, being careful to not overtake. Allow them to cool for 2 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli and Rice

Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli and Rice

One thing you will learn about me is that I don’t use a lot of canned soups in my recipes. There are a few dishes that are an exception to that rule, but for the most part, I prefer to use wholesome ingredients from my 

Instant Pot Meatloaf

Instant Pot Meatloaf

Don’t keep scrolling just because you saw the word “meatloaf”. Trust me, I understand, I didn’t used to love meatloaf either. In fact, I really didn’t even LIKE meatloaf! When I was growing up, I wasn’t particularly fond of meatloaf, so when I got married 

Beef Stroganoff

Beef Stroganoff

This is one of those recipes that has been around for ages. It never gets old and there is no reason to change it. Comfort food at its best!

The majority of the ingredients are probably already in your fridge and pantry, so run to the store and grab a pound of top sirloin and some sliced mushrooms.

This meal is easy to make, easy to clean up, budget friendly and a definite crowd pleaser!

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Beef Stroganoff
One of my all time favorite comfort foods. This Beef Stroganoff is perfectly paired with egg noodles, rice... or my personal favorite, mashed potatoes.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Slice steak into thin strips, then sprinkle with salt and pepper and set aside.
  2. Melt 2 Tbsp. of butter in a large skillet. Reduce to medium heat and add the garlic, onion and mushrooms.
  3. Sauté mushrooms for approximately 5 minutes, until onions are translucent, garlic is fragrant and mushrooms have softened.
  4. Remove onion and mushroom mixture from the pan and put aside.
  5. Increase heat to medium-high and melt the last tablespoon of butter. Add beef and rosemary and sauté until the beef is no longer pink.
  6. While the beef is cooking, whisk together the water, cooking wine, beef base or bouillon, flour and Worcestershire sauce to make a gravy.
  7. Add the gravy mixture to the beef.
  8. Return the onion and mushroom mixture to the skillet and combine with the beef.
  9. Bring the sauce to a simmer and continue to cook for another 2 minutes, or until thick. Remove from heat and add the sour cream.
  10. Mix until fully incorporated. Add additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately over rice, egg noodles or mashed potatoes.
Homestyle Chili

Homestyle Chili

Is anyone else feeling like winter is never going to end this year? The snow really is beautiful, but I am certainly ready to feel the warm rays of sunshine on my face. I am confident that I am not the only one feeling this 

BBQ Sauce – paleo and Whole30 friendly

BBQ Sauce – paleo and Whole30 friendly

This savory BBQ sauce uses Medjool dates to give it the sweetness you would expect, without the sugar. This recipe is delicious and is also Paleo and Whole30 compliant.