Amy

Fudge Brownies

These are the fudgiest, easy to make brownies and are a huge hit with everyone that I have made them for. I often make large size brownies and package them […]

Homemade Vanilla

Making your own vanilla extract is WAY easier than you might think. To make your own vanilla extract, all that you need to get started is 1-2 vanilla beans, some […]

chicken enchiladas

Everyone in our family loves chicken enchiladas! I think of them as Mexican comfort food, ranking right up there on the comfort meter with mac and cheese. I first learned […]

enchilada sauce

Enchiladas are a favorite meal in our home, although they do take a bit of time to make. This sauce speeds up that process as it’s really easy to make. I prefer […]

Chili Verde Ingredients

My good friend Ruthie taught me how to make the most delicious Chile Verde Sauce. I could eat this sauce with a spoon – it’s that delicious! My favorite way to […]

cilantro homesteadingdreams.com

I wanted to share with you a tip I learned about how to store fresh herbs and make them last longer in the refrigerator. We all know how frustrating it is when […]

How to Sew A Button on

At work, I think I’m the only one in the office that knows how to sew. This always amazes me as I’ve been sewing and crafting in one form or […]

roasted potatoes

When it comes to cooking vegetables, I think along the lines of, if in doubt, ROAST IT! These Roasted Potatoes are always a big hit with everyone I have served […]

creamy mac and cheese homesteadingdreams.com

I LOVE cheese, and this Creamy Mac and Cheese has to be one of my very favorites. It’s ultimate comfort food after a long, grumpy day when nothing seemed to […]

Creamy Cheese Sauce homesteadingdreams.com

I LOVE cheese and this creamy cheese sauce is my ultimate go to for cheesy comfort food. It’s the base for the many different mac and cheese variations that I […]