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Sometimes you want a homemade cheesecake recipe that looks different, especially on special occasions such as birthdays or holidays. That is why this decorated homemade cheesecake recipe is perfect for those occasions! There are also links to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a …

I love coming up with creative table decorations for Thanksgiving.  

If you're looking for eco-friendly Thanksgiving ideas, look no further! These ten tips are a great way to get started with your eco-friendly Thanksgiving celebration! There are links below to products I recommend from companies I have an affiliate relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. …

Disclaimer: I did not receive any compensation for this post. I did receive two loaves of bread to sample. I chose to share this recipe because I truly believed my readers would enjoy trying it. There are links below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if …

Disclaimer: I did not receive any compensation for this post, nor did I receive free product. I chose to share this recipe because I truly believed my readers would enjoy trying it. There are links below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a …

This is the ultimate collection of sous vide recipes! Simply click on the name of the recipe you wish to view - and be sure to check back often to see the newest recipe additions! Beef Sous Vide Recipes Easy Sous Vide Hamburgers Grass Fed Beef Sirloin Tip Roast Sous Vide Recipe Top Round Roast …

Homemade Egg Nog is really easy to make, tastes great and best of all you don't have to fight the holiday crowds or be disappointed when the store you go to is sold out. If you love the rich, creamy taste of classic egg nog, but don’t like the idea of using raw eggs - …

Here is a collection of instant pot recipes from this site.   Instant pots are all the rage these days because they cook food so much faster, are easy to use and easy to clean up when you are done. Be sure to check back often to see what new instant pot recipes I have …

If you're looking for some awesome decorating ideas for an eco-friendly Thanksgiving that doesn't break the budget, look no further! There are links below to products I recommend from companies I have an affiliate relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. Being Thankful Thanksgiving is a …

I love swiss steak but hate using a large glass pan so I decided to see if I could adapt my recipe for cast iron skillet use.   There are also links to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking …

Cooking ham steak in a cast iron skillet is quick, easy and tasty as long as you do it right.  

Disclaimer: I did receive my Instant Pot at a reduced price in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. I also include links to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. This pork tenderloin …

Disclaimer: I received the book mentioned below in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. There are also links to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. Once you learn how to make cherry …

There are many cast iron dutch oven rib recipes out there, but this is one of the best and the easiest as far as I am concerned.  

Everyone eats different foods and different amounts of various foods which is why understanding home food storage guidelines is so important before your family starts to stock up. Knowing how much to store depends on many things including the amount of space you have for food storage, what food storage method you intend to use …

Are you looking for a breakfast menu idea that is easy to make, tasty and perfect for fall?   There are also links to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. Pumpkin Recipes Are Perfect For Fall A …

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Hamburgers are something I have never cared for until I made these easy sous vide hamburgers.   They were juicy and delicious. The crispy crust from finishing them in a cast iron skillet was just right - not too hard, not too soft. I have never tasted a hamburger this good in my life and …

Do you have a natural disaster survival emergency plan for you and your family? We have seen and heard about a lot of natural and man-made disasters recently. Some of them were on the news, while others may have hit a little closer to home. If you haven't already done so, now is a great …

If you live in an area affected by hurricanes or other natural disasters, family survival planning before disaster strikes in important. Keep an eye on the weather forecast, particularly during hurricane season and make sure your entire family knows what is coming, what to expect and what to do to survive. Here are some important …

This DIY fall flower arrangement is sure to wow your guests when they find out you made it yourself! Fall silk flower arrangements are such fun to make because of the rich fall colors of both foliage and leaves that don't occur any other time of the year. Fall flowers are the perfect way to welcome …

Talk about a fragrant, melt-in-your-mouth warm dessert that is too die for and you must be talking about this caramelized peaches with lavender flower recipe. This is a new dessert that I tried a couple of years ago - and I do like in - so much so, I have made it multiple times when …

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This is simply the best lasagna recipe for a cast iron dutch oven.   I chose to bake mine in an oven, but this recipe would work on a BBQ grill or even over an open fire and I have included the information on how to cook it that way below. There are also links …

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This top round roast cast iron skillet recipe was cooked on top of a stove and turned out delicious! It would be an easy recipe to adapt for a BBQ grill, campfire or even a wood burning stove just be sure to keep the temperature low enough that the top round roast cooks low and …

This is the best simple lasagna recipe for those that like starting from scratch!   There are also links to products below that I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. If you click on a link and buy an item from that link, I get a small percentage of the money. Basic …

One of my favorite summer snacks is fried green tomatoes.   Now I know you can buy green tomatoes out of season - but to me the fried green tomatoes don't taste right unless they are made with fresh picked, yellow-green tomatoes that are about to ripen. Best of all, this recipe only calls for …

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Delicious doesn't even come close to describing the way this top round roast sous vide recipe turned out!   The top round roast was tender and juicy. It literally melted in my mouth! Never have I tasted a top round roast this good! Here is my sous vide top round roast recipe. There are also …

Poached pears in a sous vide machine are super simple and they taste great! I chose to use pears I had canned in a light syrup last summer to make this recipe with, but it would work with fresh pears too.

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Are you looking for an elegant brunch dessert that is sure to have the ladies talking for weeks afterwards? Then be sure to check out this recipe for lemon mousse created by Seaspice’s Chef Jill Montinola. Here is the recipe, re-printed with permission. There are also links to products I recommend from companies I have a referral …

This sous vide pork chops recipe is made with spices you might not think about using when it comes to pork - cacao powder, cinnamon, chipotle, cumin and of course garlic. The spices blend beautifully - and what you end up with is a very delicious, uniquely spiced pork chop that will keep everyone guessing …

This beef roast in cast iron dutch oven recipe was made in an enameled cast iron 1.5 quart crockette.   How Much Meat Can You Fit In A 1.5 Quart Crockette? I used a beef roast that was 2.30 pound and simply cut in half. My goal was to see how large of a piece …

Are you looking for the ultimate collection of best ever chicken recipes?   Look no further! Here is my collection of ultimate chicken recipes! Just click on the name of the recipe to go to the recipe you want to see. Be sure to check back often to see what new cast iron dutch oven recipes …

I made this pork roast recipe in a 1.5 quart cast iron crock pot also known as a crockette.   The boneless pork sirloin roast weighed in at 1.66 pounds. I put in the the crockette while it was still frozen, cooked it on medium heat for 7 hours then lowered the heat to low …

This simple strawberry milkshake recipe is a healthy alternative to a morning breakfast that is quick and easy to make!   This milkshake is also an excellent source of energy. Simply substitute the ice cream for yogurt if you want an extra healthy shake recipe. Below is my recipe. There are also links to products …