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King Ranch Chicken Casserole

King Ranch Chicken Casserole

This classic King Ranch Chicken Casserole is creamy and cheesy and full of Tex-mex flavor. It has just enough spice to give it a little kick of flavor but not too spicy for the kids. This recipe could very well be called the state casserole 

Country Coleslaw

Country Coleslaw

Country coleslaw is a creamy side dish made with cabbage, carrots, and onion in a sweet and tangy buttermilk sauce. It’s the perfect accompaniment for fried chicken or bbq sandwiches. I love the coleslaw at KFC and this recipe is really close to theirs and 

White Chocolate Raspberry Muffins

White Chocolate Raspberry Muffins

These white chocolate raspberry muffins are moist and absolutely scrumptious. Full of melted chocolate and soft raspberries, they’re a treat that’s perfect for brunches and breakfast in bed. I also like them for school lunches or after school snacks.  You don’t need any fancy equipment 

Snickerdoodle Cookies

Snickerdoodle Cookies

These simple snickerdoodle cookies deliver that classic sugar cookie flavor with the unmistakable tangy flavor that makes these cookies so addicting.  What makes a snickerdoodle different from your average sugar cookie is cream of tartar. It gives the cookies a tangy flavor and helps the 

Minestrone Soup

Minestrone Soup

Minestrone Soup is a hearty Italian dish full of pasta, beans, and lots of chunky veggies. I also like to add Italian sausage to please my meat loving husband and make it extra savory. Minestrone literally means “big soup” and historically is a big pot 

Fresh Strawberry Crumble

Fresh Strawberry Crumble

Juicy strawberries topped with a brown sugar oatmeal crumb make this fresh strawberry crumble an absolute delight! Top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a splash of cold milk for a yummy treat.  I make this in a 10” cast iron skillet 

Homemade Runzas also called Bierocks

Homemade Runzas also called Bierocks

These homemade Runzas, also called Bierocks by a lot of people, are fluffy dinner rolls stuffed with a filling of savory cabbage, ground beef, and onions. Simple, hearty, and filling! Runzas are famous in Nebraska and surrounding regions. They even have a restaurant called Runzas. 

Tangy Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs

Tangy Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs

These tangy dill pickle deviled eggs are a favorite in my house full of pickle lovers. All the great taste of traditional deviled eggs with an added lunch from the dill pickles and pickle juice. They make a great appetizer and are also substantial enough 

Swedish Meatballs

Swedish Meatballs

Swedish meatballs are moist and flavorful and have a unique taste from adding nutmeg and allspice. If you’ve ever been to IKEA and had their delicious Swedish meatballs, this is very similar to those. I just need to figure out how to make lingonberry sauce! 

Carrot Cake Scones

Carrot Cake Scones

These carrot cake scones are moist and full of flavor. The beautiful orange color of the shredded carrots blended into the batter and drizzled with a cream cheese glaze make these a delectable treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. The shredded carrots make