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Camping Menu Ideas

Camping Menu Ideas

Summer is a favorite time for our family to go camping in the mountains. Here are a few of our favorite Camping Menu Ideas when cooking in the wild.

Our Favorite Venison Recipes

Our Favorite Venison Recipes

My family likes to hunt deer and elk in the fall, whether in Kansas or Colorado. In fact, we practically lived on venison meat for the first 15 years of our marriage. During that time, I learned how to best prepare the ground burger, steaks, 

Trail Mix Energy Blend

Trail Mix Energy Blend

When I was going to college, I liked to snack on a “trail mix” that I picked up from the cafeteria. It helped energize my mind and body between classes. This Trail Mix Energy Blend is one I made later in life when our family went on camping trips, which always included lots of afternoon hiking. Continue reading Trail Mix Energy Blend

After School Snack Ideas

After School Snack Ideas

With school starting this month, I wanted to share a few favorite After School Snack Ideas that our girls enjoyed when they were young. Simple and easy to prepare, these snacks will satisfy kids of all ages–young and old.

Father’s Day Menu Ideas

Father’s Day Menu Ideas

Father’s Day is the perfect time to thank and honor our dads. Here are a few Father’s Day Menu Ideas to help you plan a family gathering for all the dad’s in your life. 

Breakfast Burritos

Breakfast Burritos

I’ve been making Breakfast Burritos ever since our daughters were young and in 4-H. It was one of our first cooking meeting recipes that we tried! We loved it and we still do.  Continue reading Breakfast Burritos

Savory Southwest Biscuits

Savory Southwest Biscuits

Savory Southwest Biscuits are delicious for dinner or breakfast. They are based on my Country Biscuit recipe, which we also enjoy. The inclusion of cheddar cheese, green chilies, and bits of bacon take these biscuits to a savory new level.

Chewy Granola Bars

Chewy Granola Bars

These Chewy Granola Bars are just right. Flavorful, Firm, Chewy, and they hold together. This bar has it all, plus a peanut butter topping you’re gonna love! We love it. I hope you will too.

Venison Jerky

Venison Jerky

This recipe for Venison Jerky easily compares to what you might buy at specialty shops. It’s very well seasoned and not hard to make. Best used with deer or elk backstrap or loin for easiest cutting. Continue reading Venison Jerky

Chunky Venison Stew

Chunky Venison Stew

My husband likes to hunt deer and elk in the fall. This Chunky Venison Stew is a wonderful way to use some of the processed meat.