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Mmmmm…Butter Cake

April 18, 2015 |

MAKE THIS NOW! Browning the butter for this cake really makes this cake outstanding. Make sure to cool butter completely before adding to egg and sugar mixture.Read More

Chocolate Sheet Cake

April 13, 2015 |

Chocolate Sheet Cake is a great make ahead cake it will sit fine in the fridge for a couple of days. Just make sure to bring it to room temperature before serving and use a plastic knife to cut it otherwise the frosting will stick to the knife.Read More

Shrimp and Grits

April 11, 2015 |

Shrimp and Grits is a nod to the south but the flavors are good anytime. The first time I made this for Erin she was understandably apprehensive.

Take it easy on the hot sauce If you have to for the ones you are feeding but blast it in otherwise.Read More

257 East Pizza

March 29, 2015 |

St Louis Style Pizza in Raymore…. you don’t have drive 257 miles east for great thin crust pizza with home-made Provel. No Yeast dough means it takes longer to heat the oven that make the crust.Read More

Roasted Garlic White Sauce for Pizza

March 29, 2015 |

This is the base for an awesome pizza. Make sure to melt the cheese slowly over very low heat to get the smoothest results.Read More

Fire Roasted Red Sauce For Pizza

March 29, 2015 |

This pizza sauce is deceptively simple. You can make it right before you need it or give it a day to sit and let the herbs do their magic. If the kids aren’t eating use a pinch of cayenne or pepper flakes to add a touch of heat.Read More

The Lunch of Monte Cristo

March 7, 2015 |

My version of The Monte Cristo Sandwich is completely fat free… Honest they won’t charge you any extra for the fat…. enjoy! Cheat Meal Approved.Read More

Best Buttermilk Pancakes

March 4, 2015 |

These pancakes are light and fluffy with the tang of buttermilk. Don’t skimp on the rest that 10 minutes makes all the difference between a great pancake and yuck.Read More

Nana’s Cabbage Rolls

February 16, 2015 |

Cabbage rolls are one of those dishes that was a favorite growing up. Simple but flavorful combination for dinner… add a salad and call it done.Read More

Pan Fried Pork Dumplings

February 12, 2015 |

I love dumplings…use a #100 for perfect portion and practice getting the perfect seams… I suggest repeated attempts. 🙂Read More

The Lunch Lady Grilled Cheese

February 9, 2015 |

To me grilled cheese is about the contrast between the gooey interior and the crunchy exterior. This recipe is more about method vs. ingredients but feel free to make it as suggested…Read More

Hot Potato Salad

February 2, 2015 |

I love this salad but its a lot of work to pull it off. I hesitate to call this German Potato Salad but its similar. Be carful when you steam the potatoes. If you overcook them the dish will go south on you fast. Read More

Garlic, Ginger and Wings….Oh MY!

January 26, 2015 |

These wings are very flavorful and I have intentionally not used any measurements. This one is about how you are feeling on the day you make it. These flavors balance so well you likely can’t go wrong.Read More

Papa’s Spaghetti

January 21, 2015 |

Papa’s Spaghetti I would always look forward to hearing we were going to have this… Great thick and hearty sauce for any pasta.Read More

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