Appetizers

Making garlic bread with Hawaiian rolls makes the perfect combination of sweet and savory! This recipe is stuffed with olive oil, garlic, butter, and parmesan cheese and is the perfect thing to make on soup night!  This post contains affiliate…

These everything ranch-baked pretzels make the perfect salty snack for almost any occasion!  You will love the tangy flavor from the ranch mixed with the crunchy, savory flavor of the Everything bagel seasoning.   You only need to coat your…

Sour Cream and Onion Devilled eggs are super flavorful and delicious ways to switch up a traditional deviled egg.  Your family and friends will go nuts over this deviled egg recipe.   Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes…

If you love ranch dressing, try this recipe for pickle juice ranch dressing! This is an easy salad dressing that is made from pantry staples and is deliciously tangy with the addition of dill pickle juice.   I live in Iowa,…

Iowa Lottery sponsored this post. All opinions are entirely my own.   Iowa is a beautiful state to explore, especially during the summer. It’s not too hot, and there are many unique towns for an Adventure. Whether you’re near Des Mones,…

If you’re trying to eat low carb, you NEED to try these low carb Hawaiian pizza bites!  These days there are several options.  If you love Hawaiian pizza, I propose these NO CRUST low carb Hawaiian Pizza bites.  These little…

Oily, salty, warm, and crispy tortilla chips you get at restaurants are always so addicting.  Now you can make your own at home!  No frying is necessary for this easy recipe! This recipe is super easy with only three ingredients,…

Dorothy Lynch sponsors this post.  All opinions are entirely my own. Dorothy Lynch Home Style Dressing & Condiment is my favorite sweet and spicy condiment!  Dorothy Lynch hails from Nebraska and is a culinary highlight of the Midwest!  These Midwest-Style…

Filled with fresh herbs, chimichurri sauce is the perfect garlicky, tangy condiment.  Here are easy step-by-step instructions on how to make it and 20 ways to use it!  This post may contain affiliate links.  Chimichurri is a vibrant, tangy Argentinian…

This shop has been compensated by Inmar Intelligence and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #mccainquickcookfries #noflipfries​ These Grilled Chicken Loaded Cobb Salad Fries are the ultimate appetizer and are a fantastic addition to any summertime appetizer spread! These…

Thank-you to the Iowa Egg Council for sponsoring today’s post.   When I think of foods that celebrate my family’s heritage, smoked salmon comes to mind.  My dad’s side of the family is Scandinavian ( my maiden name is Johnson), and…

This post may contain affiliate links  This low carb pot sticker option is the recipe you didn’t know you needed! This filling is made in your Instant Pot and can be made, gluten-free keto and whole 30 approved if you…