Quick, Easy, and Delicious Dishes
I enjoy cooking healthy, but if it doesn’t taste good, what’s the point? No amount of “It’s good for you” is going to matter to a family staring at a plate of yuck. When it comes to salads, the dressing is often what makes it or breaks it. If it isn’t thick and rich, you …
This honey soy pork roast is so tender and savory. Using a pork tenderloin, you simply simmer slowly in a delicious Asian sauce.
Sweet memories live on in a family favorite treat Tales of the Dinner Belle Food isn’t only a necessity in life; it is also a source of comfort, tradition and just plain enjoyment. I love to cook for people. It is my way of expressing love. My husband complains that I sabotage his attempts at …
A recipe from the past, that is fresh for today My grandmother, Beulah is amazing. At ninety-three she is spry, giggly, and sweet, and is still one of the best cooks I know. As a child, I used to stand on a stepstool and watch as she made spaghetti, pies, casseroles, and soups. And everything …
This time of year is all about fresh food. My garden is starting to produce and I love using all those fresh vegetables. One of the early crops is the snap peas. They are tender and sweet and even though I find myself eating them while I’m standing in the garden, they are also perfect …
I have what my husband calls my “petting zoo”. I have chickens, horses, dogs, and sheep that are all pets. My husband surprised me recently with a new ewe and a lamb. I can’t think of anything that is more a sign of spring than a baby lamb. You may think this is a recipe …
Bread that is easy and sumptuous and definitely something to “buzz” about When it comes to time management I’ve become an expert by default. Raising five children, including two sets of twins (born 20 months apart), I had to use each minute wisely. That is how beer bread came into my life. While a good …
A delicious and tender stew that you’ll look forward to all day long Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Using my slow cooker has always been one of my favorite ways to have a delicious home cooked meal that is ready when you get home at the end of the day. Now that …
A breakfast delight that is ready when you are I’m a planner. I like to know what I have to do and how I’m going to get it done. I make lists and set goals all the time. However, when people find out I have two sets of twins born twenty months apart and they …
A rich and delicious chocolate pie that is guilt worthy Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley Chocolate is something I could eat every day. It’s definitely one of my guilty pleasures, and one of my favorite chocolate desserts is my Chocolate Chess Pie. I love the smooth and rich chocolate flavor. It is …
