by Cindy Alldredge | Feb 10, 2023 | Dinner, Lunch, New Years, Party Time, Pizza, Sandwiches, Snacks, Super Bowl, Uncategorized
On a cold winter’s day on our little farm in Dixon, Illinois, I was scrounging for something to make for dinner. I found some frozen bread dough in the freezer and our version of Stromboli was born. It was a major hit. Here is what we like about it: It’s...
by Cindy Alldredge | Jan 25, 2023 | Chicken, Dinner, Uncategorized, Valentine's Day
Chicken Piccata is a dish that makes me happy when I am sad. It’s just the kind of meal that will make your day better. I would totally classify this as a comfort food because it just IS. But it is also quite elegant and would be beautiful served at any special...
by Cindy Alldredge | Jan 18, 2023 | Appetizers, Dinner, Party Time, potatoes, St. Patrick’s Day
Crispy potato slices topped with bacon and cheese…what could be better? These were actually created at Gilligans Bar and Grill in Texas in 1979. Soo…they aren’t exactly Irish but they are made with potatoes, so it works. I have no idea if they have...
by Cindy Alldredge | Jan 14, 2023 | Casserole, Chicken, Crockpot, Dinner, Pasta
There’s nothing better than coming home to cozy comfort food in the crockpot. And this one is wonderful. Just dump everything in the crockpot and you’re good to go! Place 2 chicken breasts in the crockpot and top with the tomato juice and crushed tomatoes....
by Cindy Alldredge | Jan 13, 2023 | Baking, Colleen Mott Approved, Cookies, Dessert, Easter, Party Time
My mom, Colleen Mott, made the best treats ever. We would regularly come home from school to be greeted with something wonderful right out of the oven. Often it was fresh bread or chocolate chip cookies. But sometimes she would surprise us with something different....
by Cindy Alldredge | Jan 7, 2023 | Chicken, Dinner
Neiman Marcus has created all sorts of wonderful gourmet dishes. This is one of them. It is sooo delicious AND easy to throw together. Mix together… …yogurt, bacon, sharp cheddar, mayonnaise, garlic, chives, tabasco, diced nuts and salt & pepper. And...
