In the Kitchen Archives

Stuffed Manicotti

This delicious and classic Stuffed Manicotti is the perfect “company’s coming” supper. Learn my trick for easily filling the noodles.

Slow Cooker Fajitas

These slow cooker fajitas are delicious, full of flavor, and oh so easy!

European Style Hot Chocolate

European style hot chocolate is so rich and decadent. You can serve this to your guests as a warm, comforting dessert.

Fudge Pudding Cake from Cosmopolitan Cornbread | This simple recipe creates its own chocolate sauce, right in the pan with the cake!

This deliciously rich Fudge Pudding Cake creates its own chocolate sauce right in the pan while it bakes. Think of a warm cobbler, only chocolate. You are going to love this dessert and your family will be asking for it again and again.

Jack o’Lantern Cupcakes

Make these fun and yummy Jack o’Lantern Cupcakes with your kiddos.

Smoked Paprika Roasted Chicken

Smoked Paprika Roasted Chicken is as flavorful as it is beautiful.

Classic Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

I really can not stand insanely sweet frosting on cakes. I want to taste the cake and the ingredients. I don’t want the sugar to be so overpowering that it is all you can taste. This incredibly creamy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting is my favorite for that very reason.

Chunky Bacon & Apple Cheddar Bread

Sometimes you are in the mood for something a little different. This savory Chunky Bacon & Apple Cheddar bread certainly fits that order.

Quick Skillet Tortellini

Some days you just need a super simple meal and it doesn’t get much easier than this “one pot” Quick Skillet Tortellini. It’s just as fast as whipping up a batch of spaghetti, but tastes so much better!

Pumpkin Crisp

Oats and brown sugar make for a wonderful topping on this autumn Pumpkin Crisp.

Slow Cooker Philly Cheese Sandwiches

Sometimes you want a Philly Cheese Steak, but have a crazy busy day ahead. That’s okay, because you can toss the ingredients for these sandwiches in your slow cooker and come back later to a delicious meal.

Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice

Ever find yourself needing “Pumpkin Pie Spice” for a recipe, but don’t have any in your pantry? No problem! Just whip up a batch and use as needed.

How to make Homemade Brotchen from Cosmopolitan Cornbread

Homemade Brotchen & Stories from my Grandpa

There’s nothing like a classic German Brotchen to warm your heart.

Pumpkin Smoothie

I’ve been loving smoothies lately – and you know I just had to go there with this Pumpkin Smoothie for Pumpkin Week!

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Creamer

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Creamer with real pumpkin will infuse your coffee with the flavors of autumn.

How to make Eiskaffee from Cosmopolitan Cornbread

How to Make German Eiskaffee

One of my favorite treats to enjoy when we go out for German food is a heavenly Eiskaffee.

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup from Cosmopolitan Cornbread - classic and comforting

How to Make Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

There’s nothing more comforting that a bowl of Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. It warms you on a cold day, soothes you when you are ill, and is a great big, fluffy blanket wrapping you up in a hug – in a bowl. You can’t beat it.

Spiced Peach Jam

This time of year I love visiting the Farmer’s Markets and getting local fresh produce. I’ll enjoy the summer peaches all year long with this batch of Spiced Peach Jam.