September 11, 2026

This Foodie Friday feels a little different.

Usually, I’m talking about football, food, family and friends—and this week’s recipe, Buffalo Chicken Dip, is definitely football-food worthy.

But September 11 isn't just another Friday.

Twenty-five years later, we still remember. And I …

Brisket & Jalapeño Cornbread Bites with Chili Beans

Football season is here, which means it’s time to kick off another season of Foodie Friday!

And I figured there was no better way to start than with something that involves brisket, cornbread, jalapeños and a little improvising.

Make Them Ahead, Keep Them in the Freezer, and Grab One When You Need It!

If you've spent any time in Texas in August, you know we're still dealing with some serious heat.

So for our final August Foodie Friday, I thought we'd skip the oven …

A Healthy-ish, Customizable Snack for Back-to-School and Busy Days

Back-to-school season means busy afternoons are here again — homework, sports, activities, football practices, and a whole lot of:

“What can I eat? I’m hungry!”

But honestly, kids aren't the only ones who need a little …

Part 1 of 4

August in Texas means the return of busy schedules.

Summer vacations start winding down, school supplies are being purchased, and families are getting ready for the familiar rhythm of school, homework, activities, sports, and everything else that fills our calendars.

And …

Two Easy Summer Favorites: Homemade Guacamole & Avocado Toast

If you know my husband, John, you know there is a good chance you will find avocados somewhere in our kitchen! 🥑

They are one of his favorite foods, so when I realized National Avocado Day was …

Can you believe we've already reached the final week of our Summer Favorites series?

This month has been about so much more than recipes.

Food is a lot like music to me. One bite, one smell, or one family recipe can instantly take me back to …

Welcome back to our Summer Favorites series!

Last week, we found two delicious ways to use up extra watermelon with fresh Watermelon Salsa and a refreshing Watermelon Slush. This week, we're moving on to the main course...

Fried Chicken!

If you ask my husband, John, …

Last week, we kicked off our Summer Favorites series with one of my all-time favorites—homemade peach ice cream. If you've followed me for very long, you know I'm just a little obsessed with peaches! This year, I was lucky enough to receive some amazing Georgia peaches from a …

Easy No-Churn Peach Ice Cream Recipe | Perfect for Fourth of July Weekend

When I think of summer, one of my favorite memories isn't fireworks or backyard barbecues—it's homemade ice cream.

Growing up, we had one of those old-fashioned ice cream makers with the wooden bucket. …