Last Sunday, we had a flop in the kitchen. Notice me, using the term “we” loosely.Here’s the scene (in case you care). It’s ten minutes before church starts. I realize I haven’t placed the meat into the oven so we can eat when we get home. It’s a 6 lb pork roast, frozen solid. I… Read More
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ABK Green Smoothie
Want to hear the story behind our little connection with Blendtec?I know you’ve seen the videos :)On the planet. This is the very best blender.Oh my.It’s been five years since I started blogging. Five years and four hundred and sixty seven recipes after I posted Watermelon Salad, I still love sharing recipes and the stories… Read More
Blueberry Light Wheat Pancakes with Maple Butter
Blueberry Light Wheat Pancakes with Maple Butter is the perfect way to enjoy your morning. I made the Maple Butter two ways. Above I followed directions and cooked the syrup. The second time I simply whipped the room temp butter with 1/2 cup of pure maple syrup (below). I lovelovelovebreakfast. I remember talking to my… Read More
Spiced Donut Muffins
Last week I made some muffins for a Christmas breakfast. I estimated that wo-thirds of the attendees would be 16 and under, so I looked for a recipe that would appeal to both young and old eaters. Spiced Donut Muffins? Seemed like a slam dunk. The tops puff up so they are nice and rounded…. Read More
Cinnamon Apple Cider Muffins
My latest muffin obsession: a Pinterest find, Cinnamon Apple Cider Muffins from Mel’s Kitchen Cafe. I’ve made these 4 times in the past week and a half.They’re that good. Fresh, simple, delicious and made with wheat flour, so they qualify as (semi) healthy eating 🙂 Happy Fall Break! Cinnamon Apple Cider Muffins Mel’s Kitchen Cafe… Read More
Orange Pumpkin Bread
Do you consider October/Fall/Halloween to be part of “The Holidays”? I do. Maybe it’s because it’s the start of ImgoingtohunkerdowninmykitchenbakeupastormandeateverythingIbake season? Since we are on a pumpkin kick (this week), I thought I’d dig up this recipe for Orange Pumpkin Bread and post a few new pics. It’s my all time favorite recipe for Pumpkin… Read More
Sour Cream Biscuits
Are you still making biscuits with a mix or (gag) eating biscuits out of a can? STOP IT. Our Sour Cream Biscuits are one of the easiest recipes to experiment with if you are feeling uncertain about trying your hand at baking. Here’s the scoop- these are absolutely melt in your mouth delicious. And simple…. Read More
Team USA Crepes
What’s better (and easier) for brunch than home made crepes? Don’t say cereal. Never made crepes? If you have a blender, they take about 2 minutes to throw together. Hello Olympic crepe brunch party. Ready for 17 days of TV in the summer? USA USA USA. Shoot. Should have thrown some blueberries in there. Team… Read More
Blueberry-Banana Light Wheat Muffins
I love muffins that have a blend of berries and wheat. It’s a challenge to find a fruit muffin made with wheat flour that doesn’t have the texture of a small brick. I decided to try out this recipe when I noticed it had over 500 reviews and 4 1/2 stars (out of 5). The… Read More
Coffee Cake Muffins with Salted Maple Glaze
Today marks thirty years for Grant and me.Hard to believe. The best thing about being married thirty years? Let me think about it. The worst thing? I think I have to say- gift ideas. For a man. For thirty years! Seriously. Ok, now I’m ready. The best thing is still being “in love”. This is… Read More
Ruth’s Mile High Biscuits
Make Ruth’s Mile High Biscuits for your DAD today. You’ll be his new favorite. PrintRuth’s Mile High BiscuitsAuthor Ruth's Diner, SLC Utah Ingredients12 oz flour (about 2 1/2-2 3/4 cups)1 1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon sugar1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder3 oz butter, chilled and cut into small cubes3/4 cup buttermilk, shaken1 egg1/4 cup waterInstructionsPre-heat oven to… Read More
Happy Mother’s Day Brunch Menu 2012
Chicken, Apple and Smoked Gouda Salad (Super Simple) Pasta Caesar Salad This year I switched things up a bit and went with a Mother’s Day brunch menu, instead of dinner; and created Happy Mother’s Day Brunch Menu 2012. Earlier in the week I posted Fresh Blackberry and Lemon Yogurt Muffins, and an Asparagus, Tomato and… Read More
Asparagus, Tomato and Goat Cheese Quiche
Mom would LOVE it if you made Asparagus, Tomato and Goat Cheese Quiche for her on Sunday. Asparagus, Tomato and Goat Cheese Quiche A Bountiful Kitchen print recipe 1 1/2 cups asparagus, washed, tough ends removed, steamed just until bright green 1 cup chopped tomatoes, seeded 1 bunch green onions, green stems only, chopped 3-4… Read More
Fresh Blackberry and Lemon Yogurt Muffins with Warm Vanilla Yogurt Glaze
Grant and I lived in Portland while Grant went to school at Lewis and Clark back in the (should I say it??) 80’s. Gasp! We are old.Last summer, my mom and I took a little trip back to the Oregon Coast. We loved our three years in Portland. We especially loved that in about two… Read More
Karen’s Peanut Butter and Cashew Granola
Karen’s Peanut Butter and Cashew Granola is legendary in our neighborhood. We LOVE it at our house. Sprinkled over granola with some fresh fruit. Love it on any type of Greek yogurt. I know this granola is not particularly healthy, but hey, it’s better than a brownie for breakfast. It takes just a few minutes… Read More
Crunchy Coconut French Toast
Last year Grant and I took a few days and visited one of our favorite spots in the U.S. – Marco Island, Florida. Marco is a beautiful island south of Naples on the Gulf side of Florida. If you visit after Easter, you practically have the beach to yourself on the weekdays. Unbelievably beautiful. Wanna… Read More
Buttermilk Bran Muffins
Do you ever crave bran muffins? I do. I love a good bran muffin, and it’s hard to get one in Btown. Last week, I was on the hunt for one. After trying 4 bakeries or shops that should sell a bran muffin in the morning hours, I gave up and decided to go to… Read More
Honey Cornbread Muffins
I made these as part of a lunch, for some of my favorite 16-18 year old friends in November. Want to see a pic? They’re so cute. Once a month we get to have lunch together either at Kathleen’s, the school or my home. I promised I would post the recipe. You know I’m a… Read More
Erin’s Cali Granola
Last year one of my favorite people in the whole wide world sent me an email and told me I had to make this super delicious homemade granola. I’ve been on a granola and yogurt kick for the past year, and love to top yogurt with granola, so I decided to give this one a… Read More
Cowboy Christmas Breakfast
As a little girl, I looked forward to helping my mother decorate for Christmas each year. My favorite decoration was the nativity. I loved putting all of the figures in place, and finally placing the angel (with the “Gloria” banner across her chest)on top of the manger. The nativity was always set up on the… Read More
Jo and Nick’s Gingerbread Pancakes with Cinnamon Syrup
This recipe for Jo and Nick’s Gingerbread Pancakes with Cinnamon Syrup comes from our dear friends and neighbors Jolene and Nick Cash. I could list pages of times they have had an impact on our family. They’re ordinary people, just like you and me. They’ve taught almost all of my children in church. Jo was… Read More
Buttermilk Scones
One of my long time favorite cookbooks has been the Heritage Salt Lake Jr. League Cookbook. First printed in 1975, it has become a cookbook classic. I know with the age of computers, blogs, online magazines and websites, purchasing cookbooks may seem silly to some. But there is absolutely nothing like holding a good book… Read More
Cutler’s Cinnamon Rolls
Last week at The Fork we had Curt Cutler from Cutler’s Cookies teach us how to make Cutler’s Cinnamon Rolls. He and his lovely assistant Tatyana mixed, rolled, shaped and baked their way into our hearts. I think I’ve sampled enough cinnamon rolls in my lifetime to say this was one of the best I… Read More
3 Ingredient Pumpkin Butter
This 3 Ingredient Pumpkin Butter is so simple to put together and is delicious spread on your favorite bread or roll! This recipe is easy to make with kids the night before serving pancakes or waffles. The recipe for 3 Ingredient Pumpkin Butter was passed on to me from my friend Laurie. Wouldn’t this be… Read More