Cool Summer Eats 2025

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.

Murph-a-ritas (Margaritas)

WITH ALCOHOL Simple sugar mixture (1/3 cup of sugar and 8 oz water) 1/2 capful Cointreau 1 oz tequila (mid-priced, avoid the cheapo stuff) Juice of 1 lime In a highball glass, rub the squeezed lime peel on the rim. Salt the rim. Mix... Read More.

Snacky Daddy Gifts for Father’s Day 2025

“It always made me happy to make treats for my Daddy. It was a little thing I would do just for him. It works!” -Jodi No-Bake Energy Bites Jodi made these to help during her “snacking hour” at 3 pm and the kids and Murphy love... Read More.

Jodi’s Homemade Lemonade

It would be SO easy to just do a lemonade powder mix and let my kid sell that at her lemonade stand.  But, I COULD NOT.  Not with THIS awesome & easy recipe in my family!  And now, my kitchen smells like LEMONS.  And... Read More.

Easy 3 Layer Brownies

(1) 30 oz tube of cookie dough (1) 14 oz pkg of Oreos (1) 19 oz box of brownie mix (2) eggs Water Vegetable oil Non-stick spray 9x13 baking dish Press refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough into the bottom of a greased pan. ✔️ Place oreos... Read More.

Jodi’s Slow Cooker Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 (24 oz) can marinara sauce – with meat (cooked & mixed together. Use either your fave jar OR make from scratch!) 1 (12 oz) oven-ready lasagna noodles 1 (8oz) package whipped cream cheese 1 (8 oz) bag shredded cheddar cheese 1 (8 oz) bag shredded mozzarella cheese Directions:To... Read More.

Cinco de Menu 2025

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these fun, easy recipes. Sam’s Smash Burger Tacos 1 lb ground beef 5-6 tortillas (medium-sized…not taco or burrito sized…use that middle size) Onions, diced Tomatoes, diced Lettuce, shredded Cheese Condiments This is more of a method than a recipe. A pound... Read More.

We Love Breakfast

Easy Breakfast Quiche Murphy calls it Breakfast Pie - but whatever.  Here is what I do sometimes on weekend mornings: 1 refrigerated pie crust 1 pie plate 5-6 eggs A handful of shredded cheese (your choice - i use sharp cheddar) A handful of fresh... Read More.

Easy Easter Recipes 2025

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.

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Sliders

1 package chicken breasts 1 16 oz bottle of buffalo wing sauce (any brand you like) Butter Slider Buns Put cleaned chicken breasts in slow cooker.  Place a pat of butter on top of each breast.  Pour the sauce on the chicken - enough to... Read More.

Heidi’s Shepherd’s Pie

2 lbs ground chuck 2 large onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 stalks celery, chopped 6 potatoes, cubed Salt and pepper Butter In heavy skillet, heat oil and butter, then add onions, garlic, celery, salt and pepper. Cook slowly until meat is done; about 20 to 30 minutes. Add a... Read More.

Jodi’s Mom’s Ribbon Fantasy Fudge

My Mom's Chocolate and PB Fudge recipe. In her sweet handwriting! Wanted to share with you. A family favorite. Enjoy! -Jodi 1 1/2 cups sugar 6 tbsp margarine 1/3 cup evaporated milk 6 oz Nestle semi-sweet chocolate chips 7 oz jar of... Read More.