Impromptu Dinner Party: Brent & Ty Take Over

After returning home from a wonderful trip in Toronto, the last thing I wanted to do was eat in yet another restaurant.  I craved a home cooked meal and the comfort of relaxing in the backyard, without the annoyance of servers asking us if we were American based on what we ordered.  While trying to [...]

Turkey, Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya

This morning I was greeted with the final container of leftover turkey as I grabbed some milk for breakfast.  I could see it sitting there in the glistening refrigerator light.  Its soft cries begging me to take it out of its misery and just finish it off. I knew there was no way I could [...]

Smoked Kielbasa and White Bean Soup

Did you know this recipe is award winning? Check out my I Won a Soup Contest post. It’s October now and that means many things for me.  First, I have to start wearing pants!  Goodbye shorts and flip-flops.  Hello, jeans and great shoes.  Second, I am becoming more inspired to cook fall flavors as the [...]