I am convinced that food is my love language. I love to eat good food - I’m not doubting that. But, I’m talking about digging a little bit deeper than enjoying a snack or a meal. I truly love to feed others. I don’t know what it is, but I just...
I have seen the Friends series, all 10 seasons, so many times through. I can’t even put an exact number on it because it is so many. I first started watching Friends when I was in college, and from then on, it just became a comfort for me. My husband...
With all the distractions that surround, it’s easy, so often, for my eyes to wander beyond my babies - even when I hold them near or snuggle them tight. I had a moment the other day though, where I had one in my arms, having just had a bottle, and the other...
No need to Google "comfort food" - I've got it right here. And, what's better than a big 'ol pot of soup? How about cooking it all in just that one pot, instead of using several? Yep, this fits the bill, too! This makes a sizable batch of soup. I cook it...
For all you Eastern North Carolina pulled pork lovers - this one is for you! Never again will you need to go to your favorite local BBQ restaurant to have a mass of pulled pork on the ready for your upcoming football tailgate or family reunion. Nope, that's...
It's Fall, y'all! I felt inspired the other day to make a Fall-inspired sheet pan bake, and, spoiler alert: it's also perfect for meal prep/batch-cooking. The great thing about a sheet pan dinner is that the sky is the limit for what ingredients you...
This ain't your grandma's chicken salad. Mine is packed with great flavor, a slight crunch from fresh veggies, and a surprising ingredient that lends you more protein! You'll note it still calls for mayo - which, by the way, I'm sorry to all you outliers, but...
For all you avocado haters out there - this recipe miiiiight change your mind. The flavor is spot-on, and the ease of making it? It's quicker than driving to your local spot to pick some up to-go. I'll admit: I haven't always been the biggest avocado fan, but...
Trigger warning: this post discusses pregnancy loss. Man, I love the month of October. The transition from Summer to Fall, a packed football schedule, the emergence of crisp air, and so many brightly hued crunchy leaves - it’s just magical. And yet,...
It’s time that I share my tried and true mac and cheese recipe with you! This method can take a little effort, but I really love cooking it “from scratch,” and it's become an easy recipe as I’ve practiced over time. Also, you can totally take the base of this...