Amazing & Easy Shortbread Cookies
I love the versatility of shortbread cookies! I love them even more dipped in chocolate! I took these one more step and added peppermint because my little one loves it! He had one of these cookies and did a happy dance singing these are the best cookies ever! He is four so any cookie is a great cookie, but it made me smile. Anyhow, you can dip these or leave them plain. You can sprinkle sugar or other fun toppings prior to baking too. These are also the perfect shortbread cookie Christmas recipe! I know Santa will love these cookies! Enjoy y’all! Super easy and tasty shortbread cookies! [amazon…
The Ultimate Thanksgiving Menu Plan
Thanksgiving is a BIG deal at my house and since I love to cook, I say bring on the appetites! With only a few days to go I will be doing a lot of cooking. I have discovered a few great recipes over the years that I am now sharing with you. The dishes are a mix of family recipes handed down and some tried and true from other fine cooks. I make a lot of my side dishes the night before so I am not going absolutely crazy in the kitchen Thanksgiving day. I also have a double oven which is a lifesaver and I highly recommend if you…
Simple Cranberry Sauce
I can’t handle canned cranberry sauce! So once you make my fabulous cranberry pie and have leftover cranberries, head here for this super simple cranberry sauce! There are only 3 ingredients and so much better than the canned stuff! This is a super quick and easy recipe that you are sure to enjoy!
The Best Cranberry Pie!
Need a unique dessert? Well this one is it! It is perfect and so easy! I am asked if you can substitute cranberries but I promise even a non-cranberry lover, will love this pie!!! Super simple and so yummy! Hands down the best cranberry pie recipe you will ever make! Even those that do not like cranberries, will love this! Want to make sure you never miss a post from us? Join the list and be the first to know! Subscribe Here!
French Toast Bake
I love breakfast foods so incredibly much and am always looking for a way to create yummy food! I created this French Toast Bake that is to die for! I make it often in the fall when I don’t mind the oven being on and experiment with different toppings. You can add anything from fruit for sweet to different herbs for savory. Serve with a side of you favorite breakfast meats, potatoes and fruit for a meal that will guarantee happiness! This French Toast is so incredibly easy to make and is my go to meal in the mornings. I can prep and pop in the oven while getting…
5 Interesting Ingredients For Spice Lovers
Sitting down to a bland and flavorless meal can be the last thing you want to do. But with so many health benefits, most individuals need to eat well-balanced meals. The key is adding flavor! There are plenty of spices out there that will make your dishes more tantalizing without breaking the bank or sacrificing nutrition. In this blog post, we’ll explore five different ingredients for spice lovers. โNote this is a collaborativeย post and I am receiving compensation. Some links added are not my own and if you follow they are to adโs & or Websites that are selling productsโ โSome of the links below are affiliate links. At no…
Vegetable Beef Soup Crock-Pot
This is so insanely easy and a real life saver during a busy week! You can double the vegetable soup recipe and freeze some if you would like. My lil dude also loves all of the vegetables and beef especially when I make homemade cornbread to go with it! I promise you will not find a better soup for those cold nights than this one! Ingredients: 1.5lbs beef tips cut bite size Vegetable broth 2 bags of frozen mixed vegetables Frozen diced potatoes 1 can petite diced tomatoes 1 pack of Lipton onion soup mix Elbow macaroni or other small pasta Salt & pepper to taste Directions: Combine all…
Easy Cheesecake With Or Without Strawberries
No need for cheesecake to be complicated! This is a simple cheesecake recipe that is a perfect compliment to any meal! You will need a 9″ pie plate for this recipe. “Note this post includes affiliate links and should you click on them The Mama Life may earn a small commission at no cost to you” Cheesecake doesn't have to be complicated and this recipe is super easy!
Nana’s Cornbread Dressing
So this is a recipe passed down from my Nana and I have attempted to add directions as best as possible. As you can imagine Southern mama’s tend to cook everything by taste and look so it can be a challenge to get exact measurements. I made this last year for the first time and it was wonderful though a little dry. You will want your mixture wet but not swimming prior to baking. You will want to bake this at 350ยฐ for about 30-45 minutes checking frequently. This is a wonderful dish for Thanksgiving and I hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
Crock-Pot Chipotle Chicken Soup
I have found another winner! This Chicken Soup made in the Crock-Pot is not only amazing, but so easy! Monday’s are my long days at work so having dinner ready by the time I get home, is a must. I love that pureed beans take the place of broth and there is so much flavor in this dish! Enjoy y’all! Wonderfully tasty chicken soup that the whole family will love! If you can't stand the thought of store bought, here is a homemade recipe.
