Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Bolognese

Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Bolognese

by | Jan 25, 2016 | Recipes

One of the meals I really fell in love with when we were in Italy was beef bolognese over pasta. If you think of the typical spaghetti beef sauce we find here in America, this is its grown-up, way more delicious cousin. So when the hubs got me a KitchenAid mixer for...
Recipe: Easy Autumn Polenta Bake

Recipe: Easy Autumn Polenta Bake

by | Oct 27, 2014 | Recipes

I was telling my mom about this recipe, and she was like polenta-what? It’s an ingredient that isn’t super widely known unless you’re Italian, but is becoming more popular. Polenta is a cornmeal based substitute for pasta, rice or potatoes. It’s got a mild corn flavor, and is much more palatable than grits. This recipe is one of the most fail-proof ways to ease yourself in to using polenta in your cooking. It’s a simple chop-toss-and-bake, but is super tasty. The sausage and apples make it perfect for autumn, too.

Recipe: White Wine Marinara Tortellini

Recipe: White Wine Marinara Tortellini

by | Apr 28, 2014 | Recipes

I know it’s been awhile since I did a recipe post, but the wait was worth it. Because I’m back with a bang – this white wine marinara with sausage over tortellini is tasty. It’s a recipe I learned from my older sister and her boyfriend over...
Recipe: Apple Cider Beef Stew

Recipe: Apple Cider Beef Stew

by | Nov 13, 2013 | Recipes

If you’re looking for more perfect-for-fall recipes, I’ve got one for you right here. I originally found this on a recipe card from Taste of Home magazine, but modified it for the size of my slow cooker (2.5 qt.) and specific veggie preferences (the...
Recipe: BBQ Pulled Pork

Recipe: BBQ Pulled Pork

by | Aug 30, 2013 | Recipes

I’ve already shared super easy slow cooker tacos, and today it’s time for another unbelievably easy dish. What kind of Texan would I be if I didn’t make something BBQ once in awhile? This BBQ pulled pork is quick to throw together and ridiculously...