A few years ago (and okay, let's be honest today still) TJ's Everything But The Bagel Seasoning was #AllTheRage. This recipe is deliciously simple and a great addition to a salad, as the fish becomes so flavorful! 

Today there are plenty of brands making this blend, but I'd just caution you when making this dish that while I'm usually a huge cheerleader for salting your food, the salt within the two seasonings used is plenty here.

A few years ago my significant other got REALLY into smoking meats -- we even coined 2019 as "year of the smoker". Of course, it'd be a waste to smoke a <15lbs at once, so we quickly took advantage of the deep freezer and new recipes using these delicious smoked meats he'd lovingly get up to check on in the middle of the night.

​You can only eat so many BBQ pork sandwiches and salads, so we added to ramen, tacos, and these super easy stuffed peppers which can be enjoyed with meat you've smoked at home or purchased pre-cooked from the store.

I grew up in Wyandotte, MI - a city filled with those of Polish heritage. My great grandparents were from Poland and built their home in Wyandotte, which we later called home after their passing. I was part of the Rogalin Dance Troupe which practiced at the local PRCUA - also home to BINGO, tumbling classes, an event space, and a bar as any good midwestern PRCUA hall would.

At the Holidays, pierogi, kielbasa, and chrusciki (Angel Wings) were always on the table. While my Mom's side made homemade kielbasa, we always purchased our pierogi from local markets. When I am back home it's a treat to be able to taste the handmade pierogi (my favorites are potato cheddar, loaded potato, and mushroom). While I wait for that next trip, the freezer section will have to suffice. We've found that Fresh Thyme brand and Mrs. T's are both quite delicious as a main course or side dish!

Eggs are a delicious and nutritious addition to this Crescent Roll Breakfast Bake. It's a great Sunday morning recipe since this dish stores well in the fridge and can be reheated for an easy weekday breakfast.

Plus, it can be customized based on the ingredients you have in your fridge -- the only 2 items you'll "need" are eggs and a package of crescent rolls! 

Tex-mex is a favorite in our household and it's even easier when you use your favorite canned and frozen vegetables! 

While you could use any taco seasoning (or your own blend of spices) we used a sample of a locally-made seasoning we received from our friends at Dash Dinners. 

We thoroughly enjoyed this dish and hope you will too!

I’ve been making this baked oatmeal to keep in the fridge for breakfast for YEARS! Oatmeal is not only filling, it's a nice comfort food for cold mornings in the Midwest. The best part is that this recipe reheats really well in the microwave, so you can cook once and enjoy this for breakfast (or a late-night snack) all week long! I particularly love pouring a little cold milk over the warm oats in my bowl before adding the topping - just like my grandma used to do!

 I'll admit that I make it a little different each time, varying my spices and using whatever fruits I find in the fridge or freezer. Blueberries, blackberries, and strawberries work extremely well fresh or frozen.

Traditional Mexican tostadas consist of a fried corn shell, topped with beans, seasoned meat & other toppings. While these are a delicious option, this recipe uses a corn tortilla, seasoned with olive oil, sea salt, and chili powder and broiled to get a nice crunch!

There are so many ways to enjoy -- simple and topped with canned refried beans, lettuce, cilantro, and tomato; Piled high with black beans, seasoned pork, green onion, and cheese; Or just topped with seasoned ground beef and cheese.