Bacon Onion Jam is the perfect topping for everything from a grilled cheese to the perfect cheeseburger! It's all about the toppings! I love sandwiches! All different types of sandwiches. Sometimes they're great on their own with just meat and cheese, but, for me, sandwiches are usually a vessel for a bevvy of toppings! And […]
Fresh Corn Chowder
A delicious fresh chowder that makes corn a main dish instead of just a side. Late Summer Means Corn Growing up in the midwest, you get used to seeing corn everywhere you look. It's a staple for the economy of people in the "Flyover States." I love corn, but I grew up mostly eating corn […]
Minestrone Soup
Minestrone Soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is a great way to use up any fresh veggies you have in the kitchen! This will warm you right up on a cool autumn evening! I love soup season! Right around the middle to end of October, I get a feeling that washes over me. […]
Loaded Potato Soup for the weeknights
This creamy loaded potato soup is like a warm hug on a cold winter evening! Filling, thick, and delicious; it can be topped with anything you would put on a baked potato! Your family will love it!
Midwest Meaty Chili
A classic chili recipe that's delicious and filling! Smoky, tangy, and hearty; this will make even the pickiest eater ask for seconds! The things I do for chili If you have read my about me piece, you know that I am a cancer survivor. I spent the last quarter of 2015 and a large part […]
Bacon Cheddar Stuffed Fried Chicken Breast
What's better than fried chicken? How about bacon cheddar stuffed fried chicken? This recipe is quick, easy, and sure to be a big hit with everyone at home! Frantic Friday Nights! Let me paint you a picture. I've been hard at work all day. My wife has been working hard as well. My daughter is […]
Roasted Tomato and Basil Soup
Tomato and basil soup is a staple of the end of summer. This soup uses fresh roasted tomatoes to give it a kick in flavor! Serve this along side a grilled cheese for the ultimate comfort food! Tomato Season August and September are always filled with the end of/start of new seasons. Kids are going […]
Red Beans and Rice
Red beans and rice is a staple of New Orleans cuisine! The hearty dish can be a side with a meal, or it can be served as a main course. My red beans and rice will make you feel like you're right in the heart of the Crescent City enjoying a meal on a balcony […]
Creamy Bacon and Mushroom Pasta for Jessica Blevins
When one of your favorite media personalities tells you that your food looks great, you make a special dish just for her! This bacon and mushroom pasta dish mixes the salty smoke of the bacon with the amazing umami flavor of mushrooms! Guaranteed to please all! Streaming is the future When I was young, I […]
Quick and Easy Stove top Mac and Cheese
Mac and cheese is the staple of comfort food! It's great with almost any meal, and satisfies cravings for cheese and pasta! My stove top version of mac and cheese is great for a quick side dish on a weeknight, or even at your next big family meal! Childhood on a plate When I was […]