Time flies! It’s hard to believe it’s been three years since I began sharing our favorite recipes, sprinkled with nostalgia plus seasonal and regional highlights. Writing these posts continues to be so much fun for me, and I’m so grateful for the time you’ve spent reading along. Here are some of the top posts from the past year:
Sunday Brunch: An Excuse to Start the week right
There are few things better than Sunday Brunch. At least in our house. It’s an excuse to relax, hang out and avoid the Sunday Scaries as long as possible. Add in a rainy morning and it’s pretty much perfection in our book! 1 package sausage crumbles (I used Jimmy Dean turkey sausage)1/2 cup diced onion1/2…
Schnitzel with Brandy Cream Sauce
This is the final chapter of my German cooking extravaganza (check out how we made Spätzle and Braised Red Cabbage if you missed them). Today we’re making schnitzel, but kicked it up a notch with a brandy cream sauce. Pork, chicken, or even turkey cutlets are all candidates for an excellent schnitzel. I spied some…
Easy S’mores Cookie Bars (No Campfire Required!)
These S’mores Cookie Bars bring back all the flavors of classic campfire s’mores, but with a buttery graham cracker crust and gooey chocolate-buttery layers. The best part? They come together in minutes with simple pantry staples!
Italian Chopped Salad: Fresh, Zesty, and Delicious
There are just so many things I like about this: I love a good Italian sub, a dinner salad in the summer time, and an excuse to go to the local farmers market! So when I saw this on TikTok, I had to try it. Two things that set it over the top for me…
Set It and Savor It: Crockpot Meatballs & Gravy
As I’m experimenting with my crockpot again, this dish felt like a win. It’s made with ingredients I usually have on hand, making it an easy go-to dinner. Plus, I always prepare extra meatballs, so I can quickly pull together meals like this. 1-2 dozen frozen meatballs (depending on the size)1 onion, chopped3 tbsp tomato…
Spicy Sausage Cassoulet
Craving a bold, belly-warming dish for chilly nights? This spicy sausage cassoulet is comfort food at its best—loaded with flavor, beans, cheese, and served in a rustic bread bowl.
A Harvest-Inspired Dip: White Bean Pumpkin Hummus
White Bean Pumpkin Hummus is a creamy, fall-inspired dip made with rosemary olive oil, pumpkin, and warm spices. Easy to blend, perfect for holidays, and always a crowd favorite.
Candy Cane Puffs: A Festive Treat with a Peppermint Twist
I’m a firm believer that every holiday cookie platter needs a touch of peppermint. It’s always fun to see what disappears first when sharing with friends and family. Let me tell you, this new addition to our holiday lineup didn’t last long—it was gone in a flash! Let’s cook! You’ll get just the right hint…
Burger Beef Soup
There’s nothing quite as satisfyingly as a hot and hearty bowl of soup on a cold night. Bonus, I have proven myself completely incapable of making a small batch of soup, so there’s always leftovers for lunch! This one is so easy to pull together and you probably have everything in your pantry already to get…
What a wonderful journey this has been—and it’s far from over! I can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings. Wishing you and your loved ones a year filled with health, friendship, and happiness in 2025.
Eat well, my friends!
Michelle Cooks 
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