Can’t believe it’s almost 2017…I remember thinking as a kid how old I’d be in the year 2020 (hint: not that old) and here we are right on its heels. The days are long but the years are short. One of my coping mechanisms for this delicate tension is to view time that has past as precious memories and time ahead as an opportunity to narrow my focus in on what really matters. The older I get, the more I see that people, and relationships, and eternity are the only kind of investments that last.
So gather your loved ones around you, make some memories, and LET’S EAT!
Hatch Green Chile Queso
Even without boxed cheese, this dip comes out smooth and creamy and is super quick and easy to make!
Hot Jalapeño Corn Dip
Jalapeños, sweet corn, and monterey jack cheese in one hot skillet of dip. Chips welcome here.
Party Bun Style Sloppy Joes
Just like the ham and cheese party buns everyone loves, but with a sloppy joe type filling. You’ll love this quick and easy recipe!
Corn, Tomato, and Avocado Salad
This salad is absolutely the best of summer on a platter! You will LOVE it!
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites with Apricot Pepper Dipping Sauce
These Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites are the perfect combination of sweet and spicy. You might want to double the recipe because they are gone in a flash!
Baked Honey Lime Chicken Taquitos
How about sweet and spicy shredded chicken wrapped up in a crispy, crunchy baked tortilla with some Cilantro Lime Cream for dipping? Yes, please!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars
Rice Krispie Bars with a caramel base, peanut butter, and a chocolate topping! Something good made even better!
Enjoy your New Year’s Eve, and cheers to 2017!








When making the apple cinnamon oatmeal loaf, the center is gooey, with raw eggs I want it to be thoroughly baked through, have increased baking time, still gooey, any suggestions?
Sorry to hear you are having trouble with this recipe, Kris… not sure if this may be due to pan type, oven temp, rack position etc. I would just keep baking until a toothpick in the center comes out mostly clean, with maybe just a few crumbs attached. Wish I could be more helpful…