Butter Pecan Fudge

I’m not sure if it’s because of my Michigan roots or just a serious sweet tooth, but I am nuts about fudge. From the cute shops “Up North” that sell it by the pound to the bite sized serving at every holiday party, fudge is a treat I cannot pass up. Chocolate and peanut butter … Read more

Chicken Cordon Bleu Tetrazzini

Chicken Cordon Bleu is one of those food situations where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. The combination of crunchy breaded chicken, savory ham, and nutty, melted Swiss cheese is a trio so fine that it seems like those three ingredients were just meant to be together. It seems like there’s … Read more

German Chocolate Sheet Cake

German Chocolate Cake has been a favorite dessert in my family for as long as I can remember. My dad requests it for every birthday and my grandmother’s famous recipe is safely stowed in every family member’s recipe box. Because my dad’s side of the family does in fact hail from Germany, I never questioned … Read more

Old-Fashioned Strawberry Pie

Of all the beautiful summer produce, strawberries are undoubtedly my favorite. Sweet, juicy, and vibrant, they’re one of the highlights of the season for me. I load up whenever I pass a farm stand and then have the weighty job of deciding what to make with my beautiful berries. A top choice is always this … Read more

Maple Sugar Cream Pie

Oh my gosh, guys, if you’re looking for a silky smooth, decadent dessert with a flavor so rich and delicious it’ll have you begging for more, this is the recipe for you. While we all know and love the classic cream pies – banana and coconut = crowd favorites – we’ve got a different one … Read more

Cream Cheese Corn Casserole

Maybe Corn Casserole is already a staple in your household (or maybe you call it Corn Pudding) or maybe it’s not, but either way you’re going to want to add this Cream Cheese Corn Casserole to your repertoire. It pairs sweet corn with a delicious, creamy cream cheese enhanced base and a cheesy topping for … Read more

Strawberry Dumplings

If you’ve followed us for very long, then you already know we are big fans of dumplings. Whether they’re made completely from scratch or using a quick and easy shortcut recipe, nothing can compare to a delightfully rich and carb-filled dumpling. Diets be darned, they’re worth every calorie! The classic crescent roll approach is one … Read more

Old-Fashioned Donut Muffins

Everyone has a favorite donut. Whether yours is a maple bar or a jelly-filled, there’s no denying that there’s just something special about a simple sugary old-fashioned. While most donuts are made with yeast and plenty of rising time, Old-Fashioned Donuts rely on baking powder as their leavening agent which means they translate incredibly well … Read more

Custard-Filled Polish Paczki

Pączki is a Polish pastry, not too far off from a doughnut. It’s deep fried dough filled with a cream or sweet jelly. They can be glazed or covered with a powdered sugar. They are typically eaten on Pączki Day in Poland, also known as Fat Tuesday, because their consumption was forbidden by the Catholic … Read more

Asian Classic – Egg Fu Yung

For a meal that comes together quickly but provides both protein and vegetables, our go-to is egg fu yung. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork, shrimp, chicken, or ground beef from last night’s dinner. If you do not have bamboo shoots, you can substitute an equal amount of celery or … Read more