Oven Fried Bacon

by lisa102178 // November 18, 2014 // Comments off

Did someone say bacon????? Eyes, noses, ears, everything and almost everyone perks up! Whether it’s for breakfast, snack, BLT, on a salad or on a doughnut, most people love bacon. And those of you who don’t or can’t eat... Continue reading →

Perfect Yeast Waffles

by lisa102178 // November 10, 2014 // Comments off

It doesn’t get much better than leisurely Sunday breakfast at home. Expecially once you have a few tricks up your sleeve. 🙂 We don’t see as much of our kids lately, everyone being busy with jobs, kids, etc. Our daughter... Continue reading →

Baked Ziti Pasta

by lisa102178 // November 4, 2014 // Comments off

This has got to be one of the best damn pasta dishes around, hands down. Yes, italian food is another of my favorites. In fact, I think it may be a required food group, isn’t it? Well, if it isn’t,... Continue reading →

Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

by lisa102178 // October 23, 2014 // Comments off

It just keeps getting colder, and flu season is right there with it. I just got over a bout of it, so I should be good for another five years. This soup sure tastes good when you’re down, though (or... Continue reading →

Chicken ‘n Dressing

by lisa102178 // October 8, 2014 // Comments off

This is what I call a cheater meal. It uses mainly packaged ingredients, which is why I call it a cheater. One of those is condensed cream of mushroom soup, which I typically avoid using if possible. But, this is quick... Continue reading →

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

by lisa102178 // September 30, 2014 // Comments off

Okay, I know you’re thinking that this is an oxymoron. I’m asking again for trust. I thought this sounded just wrong. But….after I got that spice rub where I wanted it, I decided to give this a try. Continue reading →

Almost Famous Barbeque Rub

by lisa102178 // September 23, 2014 // Comments off

Okay, so summer is too quickly coming to a close in Michigan. Sigh. It’s always too quickly. So, you say, what the heck are you doing posting a barbeque dry rub now? Well, I have excuses for that… Continue reading →

Tomato Feta Bruschetta

by lisa102178 // September 19, 2014 // Comments off

Okay, so we are reaching the end of tomato season in Michigan. If you’re looking for a new way to serve fresh tomatoes, this is it! This comes from Ina Garten, called Tomato Crostini with whipped feta. I was craving... Continue reading →

Pasta with Sun Dried Tomato Sauce

by lisa102178 // August 28, 2014 // Comments off

Paaassttaaaaa….to me, this is a comfort food. And there are so many things you can do with it, the possibilities are endless. This is one I made years ago, then kind of forgot about it. This week, when I... Continue reading →

Sweet Corn Polenta with Eggplant Sauce

by lisa102178 // August 24, 2014 // Comments off

Okay guys, hear me out here. This is a slight curve in the road for me, and it may sound a little strange, but it is SOOOOO good. I’ve mentioned my Florida sister before. Well she just flew in for... Continue reading →

Messin' With Perfection

Mostly simple, somewhat healthy, always good.

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