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How To Season Steak For Grilling

May 30, 2020 / Updated July 1, 2025 / By Wendi Spraker

glistening steak on cutting board with grill marks

Juicy, Tender, Perfect Grilled Steak is the height of delicious dining and can be a skill in your pocket in no time at all! Today I’ll show you how to get perfect flavor, a perfectly cooked steak and the best cuts of meat to take you there! How to Season Steak for Grilling will become your go to article every time!  … [Read more...]

How to Make Vanilla Extract Recipe

May 27, 2020 / Updated July 1, 2025 / By Wendi Spraker

bottle of fresh made vanilla extract and flowers

Ever wonder how to save money on Vanilla Extract? It’s EASY! Just two simple ingredients and you’ll have enough vanilla to last for an entire year at pennies on the dollar too! I’ll show you how to make vanilla extract recipe in no time at all! … [Read more...]

How To Thaw A Steak Fast

May 25, 2020 / Updated July 29, 2020 / By Wendi Spraker

Quart size freezer bag of ribeye steak

Did you ever forget to take the steak out of the freezer and now it’s almost dinner time and you are faced with the frozen pizza or running up the street to go through the drive thru? I’ve done it too. In fact, I did it today. That’s why I’m going to share How to Thaw A Steak Fast with you! No need to miss that glorious steak dinner! … [Read more...]

Easy Carrot Raisin Salad Recipe (like Chick-Fil-A)

May 23, 2020 / By Wendi Spraker

white bowl of carrot raisin salad

Fresh, sweet and just the right choice for an Easter Dinner or any spring and summer meal. You’ll start whipping this up for every gathering and for your own lunches too when you see how easy it is! I’ll show you how today and you’ll think you are at Chick fil a with this Easy Carrot Raisin Salad Recipe (like Chick-Fil-A)! … [Read more...]

Sweet Tea Brined Fried Chicken

May 23, 2020 / Updated November 14, 2023 / By Wendi Spraker

fried chicken thigh on checked napkin

Crispy fried chicken with flavorful crunchy skin and sweet tender meat that will make your  family say, ‘PLEASE MAKE MORE!’” You are looking for a Sweet Tea Brined Fried Chicken recipe that will tinkle your inner southern bell and have you hollering YEE HAW! I’ll show you how!  … [Read more...]

North Carolina Brunswick Stew Recipe

May 22, 2020 / By Wendi Spraker

Brunswick stew in a bowl with crackers

Smoky, meaty, chock full of vegetables and a rich tomato forward zing is what you are looking for in a North Carolina Brunswick Stew Recipe and this one ticks all the boxes. It’s easy to put together and I’ll give you all of the steps to make your own and have your family BEGGING you to make it again! … [Read more...]

How to Make and Can Strawberry Jam

May 8, 2020 / Updated July 1, 2025 / By Wendi Spraker

How to make and can strawberry jam @loavesanddishes.net

Hello sweet readers! As you know, I am SO EXCITED that it is strawberry time!! Let’s make and Can Strawberry Jam! Canning saves you money and more importantly, you will know EXACTLY what is in the food you are eating. Best of all – home canned food tastes better! It's so easy to make sure jell strawberry jam! … [Read more...]

Easy Cheesy White Chicken Enchiladas

May 4, 2020 / Updated July 1, 2025 / By Wendi Spraker

Close up of easy cheesy white chicken enchiladas and cilantro

Rich, hearty, easy cheesy white chicken enchiladas that ANYONE can master and fit everyone's tastes! You'll be rolling out and cranking up the Taco Tuesdays with this EASY and delicious dish! Have your entire family BEGGING for more!  … [Read more...]

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Hi! I'm Wendi and I believe that food made with love and passion has power. It can bring people together AND carry them home. I'll show you how to get amazing flavor from simple dishes. Your family and friends will exclaim, "WOW! Amazing! I NEED this recipe!" Join me and nourish your body and soul.

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