Adobo is a confusing word to many Americans. People associate it with Goya brand seasoning, a dish from the Philippines or a sauce that chipotle peppers are in. So, you ask, what is it and what’s with the deal with the broad use of the term? Adobo is a Spanish word and translates to marinade, sauce…
Recipes
Pork and Sauerkraut
Pork and Sauerkraut. It’s a Pennsylvania Dutch favorite and traditional New Years Day meal. This is my Polish grandmom’s recipe. Extra care is given to the onions & sauerkraut – resulting in delicious, flavorful, soulful dish. Pork and Sauerkraut. It’s a traditional New Years Day meal in Lancaster County & Pennsylvania I love pork, I…
Ocean Spray Cranberry Bread
This post may contain affiliate links & Amazon affiliate links. As always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for reading and thank you for your support ♥ The recipe for Ocean Spray Cranberry Bread is perfectly moist & delicious! It’s a moist cranberry, orange & nut bread full of tangy tart sweetness. A must…
Our Favorite Waffles aka Waffles of Insane Greatness
My family and I are waffle lovers. Topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream- it’s a breakfast, brunch or dinner treat. My perfect waffle has to be crispy on the outside and light and fluffy in the inside. After trying many, many, many waffle recipes – I’ve finally found the recipe that is pretty much…
Chocolate Chip Banana Bars
Chocolate Chip Banana Bars! A moist layered bar booming with banana and chocolate in every bite. Chocolate chips give it an extra richness and creaminess. Super easy to make! Chocolate Banana Lovers These Chocolate Chip Banana Bars are moist, rich with flavor, delicious & super easy to mix up and made with ingredients you more…
Peanut Butter Dip
I love peanut butter. Smear a spoonful on a sliced apple or a piece of celery and it’s snack perfection. Throwing peanut butter on an apple for you and your kiddos is clearly no big deal. So why mess with perfection and what is this Peanut Butter Dip all about…? Here’s the deal. Peanut butter…
Red Beet Eggs
“Pickled” Red Beet Eggs – a Pennsylvania favorite! Sweet, tangy and sour – a unique take on your average hard boiled egg. Eggs, vinegar, red beets, salt and sugar is all you need! Red Beet Eggs. Also affectionately referred to as Red Beeters in my house. A simple staple of Lancaster County. I’ll rephrase that,…
Lazy Day Spanish Style Chicken Breasts in the Crockpot
I have many, many nights where getting dinner on the table feels like an impossible feat. The day is too hectic, too busy, too kid crazy or I’m just beat, exhausted and done. These nights consist of leftovers, sandwiches, tortilla pizzas, a quick breakfast for dinner or occasionally some take out. I really try to stay…
Perfectly Cooked and Peeled Hard Boiled Eggs – An Egg Experiment
A simple method for perfectly cooked and easy to peel hard boiled eggs. A few weeks ago I made a couple dozen of red beet eggs. Sounds simple enough, right? Wrong. Peeling the eggs turned into a total nightmare. Who would think such an easy task could turn out to be so complicated. One of…
Chocolate Cranberry Bars
Sweet, tart, delicious Chocolate Cranberry Bars made from fresh or frozen cranberries. Freeze a few bags of cranberries to enjoy this treat year round! Cranberries Have a Short Season – Stock Up While You Can! I may or may not be a hoarder of cranberries. No judging. They’re one of my favorite fruits and they’re…