Growing up in Iowa, in rural Iowa to be more precise, it's pretty hard NOT to be a carnivore. Iowa is ranked 7th in the states for cattle production and 1st in hog production (North Carolina is 2nd). Although I grew up in town, I was a country girl at heart (still am!). My best friend lived … [Read more...] about Simply Perfect Prime Rib Roast | Ninja Cow Farm
Comfort Food
Southern Comfort Food for the Holidays
My family and I have lived in the South now for nearly 12 years. We started off moving to Virginia, then Alabama, and finally North Carolina, where we have lived for the past seven years. The South is a truly unique place. People have their own way of doing things (if someone is using a turn … [Read more...] about Southern Comfort Food for the Holidays
Chicken & Chorizo Chili
Normally, I am a follow the recipe type of person. I measure out ingredients carefully and follow the directions to a T. Especially the first time I'm making something. Then I will tweak the recipe as I see fit. But when it comes to soups and chilis, I am a throw it into the pot and see how to … [Read more...] about Chicken & Chorizo Chili
Jalapeño Popper Burger Bombs
These little Jalapeno Popper Burger Bombs have a great big taste and IMHO are... da bomb! I love how simple they are to make and you can customize them for everyone in the family! My take on a jalapeno popper was a big hit with my family. The few that don't like spicy (these were only mildly … [Read more...] about Jalapeño Popper Burger Bombs
Quick and Delicious Hot Sandwiches Even Your Kids Can Make
"Mom! What's for dinner?" "I'm working. Make a sandwich." "Not sandwiches again!!" "It's that or go hungry." "UGH!!!!" The past few months things have been pretty busy for me. I'm taking on as much work as I can manage since we are living on one income now. Plus I'm going to school full time, … [Read more...] about Quick and Delicious Hot Sandwiches Even Your Kids Can Make
Simply Delicious Instant Pot Clam Chowder
Did you know it's National Soup Month? Yes, it is! And to celebrate this delicious food "holiday" we are kicking on the 2nd Annual Houseful of Soups blog hop! Read more about Houseful of Soups under the recipe! Growing up in the Midwest, we didn't have a lot of fresh fish, except for what we … [Read more...] about Simply Delicious Instant Pot Clam Chowder