My Wooden Spoon

Well, I Ain’t No Rachael Ray!
In early June, I had the chance to attend an Oscar Mayer event and learn about their Deli Fresh Meats.  Not only did we get to visit the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, we had to do was create a sandwich using their Deli Fresh Meats.  I’m probably one of the most [...]

I am loving this menu planning! It’s no wonder so many people do it. It really simplifies the whole shopping and cooking process. I’m really bad about just buying whatever I see whether we need it or not but I told myself I was gonna stick to the 2-week menu planner shopping list from [...]

Just another side dish idea.  We try to cook potatoes in a variety of ways and for everything but mashed, we use red potatoes. Basically you throw all this in a bowl, mix and bake. Pretty simple. I chose to use light dressing and no cheese since I’m trying to lose weight but normally we [...]

Menu planning is essential for keeping your pantry stocked and budget in check. I don’t know about you guys but with the kids out for Summer, they are eating EVERYTHING in sight which means I’m spending more on food. I’m terrible at menu planning and prefer to fly by the seat of my [...]

During the summer I like to make quick and easy desserts. I also look for desserts that don’t have to be cooked. I don’t want to heat up my oven any more than I have to. This pie recipe is all of the above. It is very good, but also quick and very [...]

When I set out to make a recipe, it never fails that the store is always missing certain ingredients and this one is no exception. So what does one do when you can’t find the exact ingredients?? You simply  find a close replacement. And then what does one do when there’s stormy weather and all?  [...]

How many of you are looking for a quick-fix meal? Robin Miller is your gal! Have you seen her on Food Network?  She’s fabulous and makes delicious meals that are super easy to make.  You can find Robin Miller cookbooks everywhere or you can visit Embrace Dinner and check out some of her “Keep [...]

June – A Cow’s Favorite Month
Can you imagine cereal without milk, pizza without cheese or chocolate sauce without ice cream? Since 1937, June has been dedicated to celebrating delicious dairy products. The Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board (WMMB) is observing June Dairy Month with a collection of fun dairy facts and
delicious dairy-friendly recipes.  If you want [...]

I’ve always been a bit hesitant about fish, and after making this pasta and expanding my boundaries a bit, I can’t tell you why. This pasta is amazing. It’s pleasing to they eye and the tongue.
Let me tell you why this pasta is so amazing, the basil adds just a hint of mint, the [...]

Hmmmm, I’m not sure how maple and bacon cookies are going to taste but they sure look good! If you make these, please let me know. I would love hear how they turn out for y’all.
Things have been crazy around here but hope to have things back to normal soon! Thanks for bearing with me [...]