Recipes

We were looking for a higher protein breakfast that didn’t just taste like eggs and found this recipe from bbcgoodfood.com. We would like to try adding another scoop of protein powder to increase the protein content more but might need to adjust for consistency. Some other recipes we’ve looked at...

• breakfast

This was a recipe clipping saved by the Ciccarello family. I’ve halved the ingredients to one loaf of bread but it’s not a bad idea to double it if you want some to share. We added chocolate chips which does increase the volume so watch how much you fill the...

• bread
• dessert
• chocolate

We originally got this recipe from Recipes that Crock. It can be done in a slow cooker but we like to make this in the pressure cooker. I’d also recommend keeping some extra beef broth on hand in case you want it soupier after the rice absorbs the liquid. A...

• dinner
• soup
• pepper
• beef
• pressure cooker
• slow cooker

This recipe was shared by Bekah’s mom from an apple shaped recipe book. We’ve increased the proportions on the topper by 50% because who doesn’t want more topping? Summary Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients 1 1/2 cup flour 1 1/2 cup quick oatmeal, uncooked...

• dessert
• apple

This recipe has become somewhat of a joke in our house for how over-the-top it is, but I like to make it occasionally as a late-nite treat. I started making it in the cafeteria in college but it’s flexible based on what ingredients you have stocked in your pantry. Summary...

• dessert
• peanut butter
• chocolate

We made this recipe from Half Baked Harvest and liked how it came out. I’ve made a few adjustments to simplify the recipe and add more veggies. Summary Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients 2 large eggs, beaten 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (can add more...

• dinner
• chicken
• corn

We made this delicious recipe from Half-Baked Harvest and loved it. The cookies are large so only a couple is enough to be satisfied. The first time we made these, we had to run to the store to get the right kind of oats but it was worth it. Next...

• cookies
• dessert
• chocolate

Growing up my mom would bake this on Christmas morning. It’s a simple mix of ingredients if you use frozen dough. Amounts are estimates, adjust to taste. Summary Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Servings: 8 Ingredients Frozen bread dough loaf (thawed) 1/2 lb ground italian sausage 1...

• breakfast
• bread
• family recipe

Also called muddy buddies, this is one of Bekah’s favorite quick treat to make for friends. Summary Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Servings: 15 Ingredients 9 cups rice Chex cereal 1/2 cup peanut butter (we prefer chunky) 1 cup chocolate chips 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 cup butter...

• dessert
• peanut butter

Bekah’s mom made these this holiday. The original recipe from the New York Times is for Hershey’s Kisses, but they can also be done with peanut butter cups. The peanut butter cups be baked in a mini cupcake tin for a deeper shape. Summary Prep Time: 20 minutes (+ 1...

• dessert
• cookie
• peanut butter

Here’s a friend’s recipe. We’ve also used this recipe from alton brown which also adds vanilla bean. Summary Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Servings: 6 ramekins Ingredients 1 Tsp. Vanilla 2 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream 6 Egg yolks 1 Cup Sugar (retain half for caramelizing top) Directions...

• dessert

This recipe, originally from Alexandra Cooks has been our go-to focaccia recipe. A pyrex glass casserole dish is perfect for a thicker bread that can be sliced for making sandwhiches. If not preparing overnight, let the mixed dough rise at room temperature for about 1.5 to 2 hours until doubled....

• bread
• side dish

We had fun making this holiday treat. There are recipes that include an artichoke dip recipe but Costco has a pre-made mix we like to use. Ingredients Store bought pizza dough Store bought artichoke dip Melted butter Directions Lay pizza dough out as a rectangle and cut two lines to...

• holiday
• bread
• appetizers

Hoesterey family recipe from Bekah’s Noonie. You’ll want a good candy thermometer to avoid burning the whole batch. Doubling the recipe is NOT recommended. Summary Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 60 minutes Servings: plenty Ingredients 3 cup sugar 1 1/2 cup white corn syrup 3/4 cup water 3 cup...

• holiday
• candy
• dessert
• family recipe

Bekah’s mom made this recipe from barefoot contessa for thanksgiving in 2021. The unique feature is that the mac and cheese sits overnight so the pasta absorbs more of the cheese flavors. Ingredients 8 ounces elbow macaroni or cavatappi 3 cups heavy cream 2 cups grated Gruyere, divided 1 cup...

• pasta
• dinner
• side dish