A Real Perfect Pot Roast
I am just going to be honest. Even though the "Cooking from Scratch" Challenge is something I started, it's still a new concept to me. I haven't…
Baked Taquitos
Week 3 of my "Cooking From Scratch" challenge: I'm having a great time cooking meals from scratch. My skills have only improved because of it. I…
Chicken Fajitas
We are finally getting a steady amount of bell peppers out of the garden and what better way to celebrate than to have fajitas. I know it is very…
Dijon Chicken and Mushrooms
Since my husband was the inspiration for the "Cooking from Scratch" challenge I thought I would but up one of his very own recipes to get us started.…
Goulash: AKA Hamburger Casserole
Week 6: "Cooking From Scratch" Challenge Right after I got married I was looking through a cookbook and found a recipe for Hamburger Casserole. I…
Grilled Pork Burgers
I know, I know it is officially fall now. But, with this nice weather we couldn't resist the urge to fire up the grill and spend some time outside…
Homemade Shake ‘n’ Bake: A Two- Year Old Favorite
It is not easy trying to feed 2 year olds, and our son is no exception. A lot of times he picks one thing on his plate to eat and that is it. He…
Spaghetti alla Carbonara
Week 4 of my "Cooking from Scratch" ChallengeI loved to watch the Food Network show "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef" because of the host, Anne…
Spicy Honey Glazed Chicken
Week 5 of my "Cooking from Scratch" challenge. My sister and I have both tried this recipe and loved it. But, we cook it two different ways to…
Sweet and Sour Chicken with Fried Rice
Week 2 of my "cooking from scratch" challenge I decided to take on a take out classic. I love Chinese food. Derrick can tolerate it. But, this recipe…













