Kristen

These days, almost everyone has a friend or a family member who eats a gluten-free diet.   I do.  Although my immediate family isn’t gluten-free, I try to have a gluten-free option when I host a get-together at my house.  Eating …

I have gotten into adding cinnamon to savory fall dishes this season. You will love the aroma of cinnamon when you are cooking these in the oven.   Once you learn how to make roasted brussels sprouts, you will be hooked! …

This Pumpkin minestrone is my favorite soup to make in my Instant Pot. It is my favorite meatless meal, full of flavor and loaded with vegetables! When I started making minestrone in my Instant Pot, it became a game-changer. This …

Marinating chicken in a bottle of Italian salad dressing produces fantastic results!  The flavors of bottled Italian dressing taste delicious with chicken!   These Instant Pot Italian dressing chicken thighs are delicious!  I made this entire meal all in one pot …

Those of you who read this website often know that eggplant parmesan is one of my favorite meals.  Well, this year, I started making zucchini parmesan a lot.  My garden has been growing so. Much. Zucchini.   Well, I have taken …

Thank-you to the Iowa Egg Council  for sponsoring this post.  This past summer, my almost 9-year-old has taken an interest in cooking!  It is so fun, and almost a little relaxing to sit at the kitchen table and instruct and …

This post may contain affiliate links.  My newest food obsession is Trader Joe’s Everything but the Elote seasoning!  I have been putting it on all my food!  This Everything but the Elote seasoning has been gracing my hard-boiled eggs, seasoning …

These Sticky Barbecue Chicken Drumsticks are finger-licking good and are always a massive hit with my three sons!  I have gotten into the habit of making larger batches of meat and then eating the leftovers the next day for lunch.  …

, I love almost always add balsamic vinegar to my roasted Brussels sprouts.  I got an idea to add fresh garden tomatoes, basil, and soft mozzarella cheese for a delicious Caprese -inspired side dish.   These Brussels sprouts turn out crispy …

This post may contain affiliate links.  Your taste buds will burst when you try this Everything Bagel Panzanella Salad!  This salad is the perfect lunch, dinner, or side dish to enjoy during late summer when tomatoes are in full bloom!  …

I love classic cucumber salad!  This year, I have decided to switch cucumber salad up a bit by adding zingy chimichurri sauce!  Chimichurri sauce is an Argentinean condiment.  I have started adding it to many of my favorite midwest dishes. …

Pickle Juice Ranch Cucumber Salad is the perfect balance of cool, crisp, and tangy! The pickle juice ranch dressing is a game-changer!  Pickle juice ranch cucumber salad is the ultimate summer side dish! It is crunchy and refreshing, while tangy …