Taylor’s Date Bark

Murphy & Jodi's daughter Taylor made "Date Bark" for Jodi for Mother's Day. A sweet but healthier bark treat. The 3 Ingredients: Dates, organic peanut butter, dark chocolate melting pieces. Here's her method: Open dates to get the pit out.  Pull away and discard the top part as... Read More.

Summer Tipping Guide 2026

(Because it's a good idea to tip even while you're on vacation.) Airports: People who check your bags at curbside – $5 for one and an extra $3 to $5 for each additional bag. Taxis: 10 to 20 percent of the bill. Restaurants: Typical to tip 15 to 20 percent,... Read More.

Cool Summer Eats 2026

Summer Dirt Cake 1 Large pkg of Oreo cookies, crushed (I used a food processor) Gummy worms brand new flower pot brand new spade (for serving!) Blend the following ingredients together: 1/2 stick of butter 8 oz. of softened cream cheese 1 cup powdered sugar 3 1/2 cups milk 3 small pkg. instant vanilla... Read More.

Cinco de Menu 2026

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these fun, easy recipes. Slow Cooked Taco Soup (Nana’s Way) Jodi’s mom makes this, and it could not be easier! 1 16 oz can pinto beans 1 16 oz can corn 1 16 oz can black beans 1 16 oz can... Read More.

Oven Baked Spaghetti Squash

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Cut squash in 2, the long way. Down the middle. (Careful! this can be tough and cause an accident) Scoop the guts (seeds) out. Drizzle a little olive oil on the inside - then season however you like.... Read More.

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

3 ripe mashed bananas 1/3 cup melted butter 1 beaten egg 1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp honey 1 tsp baking soda pinch of salt 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/2 cup chocolate chips Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix until smooth. Gently... Read More.

Slow Cooked Taco Soup (Nana’s Way)

Jodi's mom makes this, and it could not be easier! 1 16 oz can pinto beans 1 16 oz can corn 1 16 oz can black beans 1 16 oz can Rotel tomatoes (do not drain any of the above. Use all juice.) 1... Read More.

Easy Easter Recipes 2026

HAM IN AN INSTANT POT Ingredients for Glaze: 1/2 cup Maple Syrup 1/2 cup Honey 1/4 cup Brown Sugar 2 Tablespoons Orange Juice 1 teaspoon Cinnamon 1 teaspoon Nutmeg 1 Bone-In Ham – ours was spiral sliced. (Our ham also came with a glaze packet – we used it!) Combine all ingredients in a... Read More.

Heidi’s Shepherd’s Pie

2 lbs ground chuck 2 large onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 stalks celery, chopped (optional) 6 potatoes, cubed (or instant mashed potatoes) 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese Salt and pepper Butter In heavy skillet, heat oil and butter, then add onions, garlic, celery, salt and pepper. Cook slowly until meat... Read More.