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Carne Desmechada ~ Colombian Pulled Beef

Carne Desmechada ~ Colombian Pulled Beef

Carne desmechada (sometimes known as ropa vieja which translates to “old clothes”) is a Colombian style pulled beef that makes a perfect meal any night of the week. It uses simple ingredients you often already have, yet it tastes so authentic. Do I Need A Read more…

Classic Chicken Pot Pie

Classic Chicken Pot Pie

Comfort foods are hearty, satisfying and never get old. And this recipe for classic chicken pot pie is no exception. Big chunks of chicken and colorful veggies swim in a rich gravy, all encased in a flaky, melt in your mouth pastry. What Other Pastry Read more…

Classic Vanilla Pudding

Classic Vanilla Pudding

This classic old fashioned vanilla pudding will remind you of those little pudding cups you used to get in your lunch box as a kid–only this homemade version is way better, of course! And the really good news is, it’s easy too. It only takes Read more…

Leftover Mashed Potato Biscuits

Leftover Mashed Potato Biscuits

Got leftover mashed potatoes? It’s a problem that can happen after every holiday meal. But not to worry! This recipe is a tasty and fun way to turned your load of leftovers into these fluffy nourishing biscuits. Can I Make These Biscuits Whole Wheat? Making Read more…

Classic Tapioca Pudding

Classic Tapioca Pudding

Sure it’s old fashioned, but that doesn’t mean tapioca pudding is so old hat that it should be forgotten. It’s smooth, creamy and brimming with vanilla flavour. Additionally, it’s somewhat healthy and very economical. No wonder it was a dessert popular through even the hardest Read more…

Peanut Butter Fudge ~ Old Fashioned Recipe

Peanut Butter Fudge ~ Old Fashioned Recipe

If you’ve ever made peanut butter fudge that was overly sweet, too soft or too dry, then you’ve just found the right recipe. This peanut butter fudge is an old fashioned recipe that I’ve been making for years, and I’ve never wanted to make any Read more…

Hamburger Helper Copycat Recipe

Hamburger Helper Copycat Recipe

If you grew up eating Hamburger Helper as a kid, have I got the recipe for you! This copycat version of Hamburger Helper is so quick and easy, you will wonder why you ever used the store bought stuff to begin with. Not only can Read more…

Dill Pickle Bread

Dill Pickle Bread

If you’re a dill pickle lover, then this bread is a must for your ever evolving repertoire of baking. It’s savory, tangy and bursting with little chunks of dill pickle. The inside is flecked with dill and little orange pockets of sharp cheddar cheese. It’s Read more…

Homemade Nacho Chips

Homemade Nacho Chips

Making your own nacho chips from scratch is easier than it sounds! If you’re craving nachos and you don’t feel like running to the store, this quick recipe will fill the bill and you might end up making them more often than you thought. Why Read more…

Pasteis De Nata ~ Authentic Portuguese Custard Tarts

Pasteis De Nata ~ Authentic Portuguese Custard Tarts

If you’ve ever been to a Portuguese bakery, then you have very likely encountered pasteis de nata, those authentic Portuguese custard tarts everyone loves. They have that charred, blistery top and smooth custard filling. The puff pastry crackles when you bite into one. The contrasting Read more…