Cuisine: Comfort

Creamed Corn with Bacon

For the longest, I didn’t really understand why creamed corn was a thing. But then, I opted for the cheesy corn as a side at Jack Stack BBQ in Kansas City & it was so. freaking. delicious. This recipe is my take on cream corn,…

Parmesan, Garlic, & Herb Mashed Potatoes

You guys, parmesan, garlic, & herb mashed potatoes. Yes please. These are so fluffy & flavorful & buttery.. mhmm. This is my go-to recipe for Thanksgiving because they’re simple but have enough fancy flavor (looking at you rosemary) to go with that China you only…

Devils On Horseback

Intimidating name, simple recipe, perfect combination of salty & sweet! Devils on Horseback are simply dates stuffed with goat cheese & almonds, then wrapped in bacon. They’re pretty tasty & a great finger food to take to a get together with friends. To start, slice…

Loaded Sweet Potato Fries

Introducing my loaded sweet potato fries with pulled pork, homemade pico, and cilantro lime crema. Better. Than. Nachos. I threw this together one night when I was craving Park Burger’s “The Works” fries (pro tip: order them with sweet potato fries instead of regular fries)…

Cookie Butter Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

I can’t be the first person to do this, right? Cookie Butter Cinnamon Rolls: Trader Joe’s Cookie Butter rolled up inside of soft dough with cinnamon & brown sugar, baked until golden brown, and topped with cream cheese frosting. It’s even better than it sounds. They start…

Game Day Dip

It’s game day! Which means you’re either hyped up to: 1) root on your favorite team 2) root against your least favorite team or 3) have a great excuse to eat your heart out with friends. This year I fall into group three, so enter:…