Photo Credit: SunnyDaysNora I find myself standing in front of the refrigerator more often than not wondering what on earth I’m going to make for supper. Does anyone else do this? Haha. I do much better when I have a plan, but let’s be honest… sometimes that plan disappears somewhere between chores, errands and everyday life. That’s why I love recipes like this one. If you have leftover Easter ham, you likely already have most of these ingredients sitting in your fridge and c

Happy New Year, everyone! January has a way of making us think about getting back to healthy habits, especially during these long Minnesota winter weeks when simple, hearty meals are a lifesaver. What if most of us make eating healthy more complicated than it needs to be? Nutritious food can still be fun, it’s really about moderation and saying no to the “good things” that keep us from our best. I’ve never been big on New Year’s resolutions, but I do see January as a clean sl

I must be in my maraschino cherry phase. I don’t drink Diet Coke very often, but when I do, I always add a few maraschino cherries. Not...

Everyone stop what you’re doing! I am SO excited to share this super simple homemade mayonnaise recipe with you today. Why? Because it gave me a reason to finally use my immersion blender, and oh my goodness, it did not disappoint. My immersion blender and I became besties today. We whipped up the creamiest, dreamiest homemade mayo and it is absolutely delicious. Plus, it’s fast. I’m talking 5 ingredients and 5 minutes, that’s it! No preservatives, no weird fillers. Just clea

Photo Credit: Magnolia Kitchen Last week, it was -15°F in Minnesota, and today it’s 50°F. That's a 65-degree swing! Only in the Midwest, right? No matter the temp, when it’s chilly, soup is always on the menu. While we Minnesotans love a thick, hearty stew, sometimes you just want something light, warm and comforting. That’s where Egg Drop Soup comes in! I’ll admit, this soup used to intimidate me a little—something about pouring the eggs in just right made me hesitate. But g

Picture Credit: PKP Way Merry Christmas, everyone! Today, I’m excited to share one of my family’s favorite holiday recipes—our delicious chewy and gooey gingerbread cookies. They’re a classic treat, and baking them always reminds me of the incredible bakers in my family. When I cook, I just add things in here and there where I feel like it. But baking? Baking is a science, and my great grammas, grammas and mom have figured out how to get these cookies down pat. I love this re

I have the perfect side dish for you to bring to your next gathering! Sure, it’s easy to grab a bag of chips or cookies, but I promise this is just as simple and way healthier. Plus, everyone will be begging you for the recipe! Feel free to claim it as your own if you like—my gramma and I won’t mind! This dip recipe has been a family favorite for years. I remember going to my grandparents’ house as a kid, where gramma would be slicing apples and strawberries to serve with her

Are you guys ready for a super easy recipe for apple butter? Hurry up and go pick those apples hanging from your tree! Or if you don’t have apple trees, no problem. This old family recipe works great with store bought apples just as well. My family loves this apple butter, and I have no doubt yours will too. Plus, it’s a crockpot recipe! It doesn’t get any better than that. Your house will be filled with the scents of fall and your taste buds will do a happy dance. So, ro

Fall is in the air, and while I’ve been holding on to the last days of summer, it’s time to face the reality of sending the kids back to school. The lazy summer mornings, big breakfasts and spontaneous adventures are giving way to schedules, packed lunches and soccer and football games. But these are the years we’ll cherish as we raise our kids, and we’re embracing them! This fall is especially exciting for us—we have a son getting married, a daughter starting her senior year