Crispy Sesame Chicken

Crispy Sesame Chicken

Crispy Sesame Chicken is one of my favorite dishes to eat at a Chinese restaurant. It’s easy to make at home when you’re craving a little Chinese food. Bite sized pieces of chicken in a sweet and savory sauce that is perfect for a weeknight 

Kansas Sourdough Bread

Kansas Sourdough Bread

I’ve been working on this recipe for awhile now and finally produced a bread that is dense and hearty, as well as incredibly flavorful and satisfying. This Kansas Sourdough Bread could be used for sandwiches or just with butter as a table bread. It’s quite 

German Venison Rouladen

German Venison Rouladen

A few years ago I discovered a new recipe for Oktoberfest and made German Venison Rouladen. It’s fabulously flavorful and possibly my new favorite German food. If you’re not familiar with this recipe, think thin slices of venison rolled up around bacon, onion, and cornichons 

Kielbasa Sauerkraut and Potatoes

Kielbasa Sauerkraut and Potatoes

Kielbasa Sauerkraut and Potatoes is an easy one-dish recipe to make for your family as a weeknight dinner. Flavored with onion, garlic, thyme, and sage, it’s quite satisfying. And did I mention how easy it is to prepare? Make this dinner in under 45 minutes 

State Fair Funnel Cakes

State Fair Funnel Cakes

One of my favorite foods to eat at the Kansas State Fair is funnel cakes. But I don’t always have the chance to attend the fair every year, so this recipe for State Fair Funnel Cakes is a wonderful way to enjoy this sweet fried 

Fried New Garden Potatoes

Fried New Garden Potatoes

There are few things more delicious than Fried New Garden Potatoes cooked in a cast iron skillet until they are crunchy and dark golden brown. Smash them before serving for a trendy way to serve them–which is actually quite practical as it helps them to 

Family Pizza Night

Family Pizza Night

We love pizza at our house, and I make it nearly every week with Friday’s being our usual Family Pizza Night. I only have a handful of recipes, but we love them all.

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, 

Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip

Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip

Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip is a yummy appetizer when you want something a little salty and warm. This dip is perfect with crackers (especially Trisket crackers) or toasted Tangy Sourdough Bread or Rustic Sourdough Baguettes.  

French Chicken Stew (Coq au Vin)

French Chicken Stew (Coq au Vin)

This past fall I finally tried my hand at making French Chicken Stew, otherwise known by some as Coq au Vin. Coq au Vin was first made popular by Julia Child in her cookbook, Mastering the Art of French Cooking.