Brandy slush is a traditionally Christmas alcohol mixer in Wisconsin. And it is just not even right if it’s not frozen in an ice cream pail. I can’t wrap my head around it- it’s 10ºF outside and we’re drinking a frozen drink. I personally prefer a brandy slush on a hot summer day, but …
Tamales are one of my favorite meals to order at a Mexican restaurant. I figured since I love them so much, why don’t we make them! They are definitely a process and the more help in the kitchen the better. We had a little assembly line going, which worked out great. These tamales are a …
The freshest, most delicious tortillas you will ever eat! I cannot even go back to store bought tortillas. These are so soft and easy to roll for enchiladas and taquitos or fill up full for tacos. Corn tortillas are not too difficult to make. And can you believe, they are only 2 ingredients! It’s …
I came to love fresh corn tortilla tacos from the delicious taquerias in Tucson Arizona. The freshest, most authentic version I had ever had. At that time, I was young and haven’t traveled much outside of Wisconsin. These tacos are so much like my favorite Mexican restaurants in Tucson- it takes me back to …
I made this French toast the other day and wondered why we don’t make this more often. It is simple to make and tastes amazing. Breakfast for dinner is always fun for the kids and French toast is the quickest compared to pancakes and crepes. It is made with a homemade Italian bread loaf …
Cherry limeade made with fresh limes and water bath canned tart cherry juice. Organic tart cherry juice from the store can be used as well. It has a nice blend of sweet/sour/tart that is so refreshing. Tart cherries grow here in Wisconsin- so lucky! The cherry juice used in this recipe was made from …
I love picking up a boneless turkey breast for a weekend dinner. They are generally small enough for the family with very little leftovers. It is also nice if you are having a small crowd for Thanksgiving or making a few different meats instead of one ginormous whole turkey. 3 It will roast in the …
This is the recipe that I use for every carnitas that I make. I use it for tacos, enchiladas, tamales, and nachos. It has a nice bit of spicy sweetness with a little crispies like it has been grilled. Super easy to make, it cooks all day in the crockpot and is broiled for a …
This enchilada sauce is amazing. It is made from homegrown Roma tomatoes, onions, and garlic. I use it for red sauce enchiladas (beef, pork, or cheese and onion) but can also be used as a sauce in top of tamales. A homemade enchilada sauce that is shelf stable for up to 2 years after …
What to do with lots of pumpkin puree without burning everyone out from pumpkin? Sneak it into brownies! These brownies are so chocolatey and delicious, and no one will ever know there is pumpkin in the batter- unless you tell them. So why sneak it into a brownie? To make the brownies healthier. Pumpkin …
