Breakfast Muffin Cups

These are like mini-omelets in a pan and are very simple to put together. You can finish getting yourself and/or the kids ready for the morning while they are baking in the oven. And, everyone can choose what they want in their mini-omelet since you aren’t standing at the stove making individual orders. Enjoy! Serves: 4-6 2 egg whites 7 whole eggs 7 Tbsp. nonfat milk 1 1/2 slices Morningstar Farm vegetarian bacon 6 slices center cut...

Cranberry Orange Scones

An English tradition that has gradually caught ahold in the US, scones make a wonderful addition to breakfasts, gatherings or any time you want a nice alternative to standard baked goods.

Apple and Banana Pancakes

Homemade Granola

Roasted Pork Chops and Potatoes

4  8-ounce center cut or thick cut pork chops Kosher salt fresh ground, black pepper 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup white wine leaves stripped from 4 sprigs of fresh thyme +3-4 sprigs for bottom of pan 4 bay leaves 4-6 potatoes, cut into 2” pieces 1/2 container sliced, baby bella or cremini mushrooms Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Season both sides of pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat oil in cast iron skillet or...

Cherry Crisp

A simple yet wonderful dessert every guy should learn how to make. You can substitute for the cherry pie filling with apple or peach filling too.

Molasses Wheat Bread

This is on the labor-intensive side, but WELL worth the effort. There is nothing comparable to homemade bread…you and your family will LOVE...

Mint Chocolate Cookies

If you love mint and chocolate together…get ready for your new favorite cookie! The flavor of Andes mint chips (sold at most local grocers) pairs beautifully with chocolate two ways—cocoa powder and chocolate chips. Perfection! Enjoy. 1 stick butter, softened 1 c. brown sugar, firmly packed ½ c. granulated sugar ½ c. vegetable oil 2 large eggs 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 2 c. unbleached, all-purpose flour ½ c. unsweetened cocoa...

Show #005: I Like My Bread Like I Like My Women…

In this episode, Jacinda and Christopher discuss the new Food Network website Food2.com, freezer meals, coupon shopping, the merits of white bread and making baby food.

Asparagus Soup

Our family loves this soup! It’s really easy to make, tastes great, and is very good for you. And, fitting with our theme of “keeping it family-real”, look for Zachary playing Ninja and trying to stay out of the camera shot. Oh, and Ian coughing ...