Home Grown Foodie

Homestead Wife, Photographer, Blogger, and Food Lover

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  • Photography

    Hey y’all! I’m now offering my best photos of nature and wildlife on PicFair. Check it out and, if you can, purchase a photo. They can be used in a… Read more ⇢

    Photography
  • Sweet Heat Chili

    *Cook Time: 4 – 6 hours INGREDIENTS 1 lb Ground Beef1 Sweet Onion (Chopped)2 Cloves Garlic (Minced)Sea Salt & Pepper (to taste)28 Oz Tomato Sauce16 Oz Black Beans16 Oz Red… Read more ⇢

    Sweet Heat Chili
  • Beef & Bean Burritos

    INGREDIENTS 1 lb Ground Beef1 tsp Olive Oil (plus 1 tsp for baking dish)1 Sweet Onion (Diced)4 Cloves Garlic (Roughly Chopped)Mild Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)7 oz Can Chipotles in Adobo Sauce32… Read more ⇢

    Beef & Bean Burritos
  • Chicken Burritos in Homemade White Sauce

    Yield: 5 Burritos INGREDIENTS 1.5 lbs Chicken Breasts (Shredded)5 Burrito Tortillas5 TBSP Butter + 2 TBSPLight Olive Oil16 oz Salsa (Divided)1 Cup Sour Cream3 TBSP Flour1 TBSP Cumin1 TBSP CilantroShredded… Read more ⇢

    Chicken Burritos in Homemade White Sauce
  • Tiffany’s Crock Pot Chili

    Fall is just around the corner, which means…chili! INGREDIENTS 1 lb Ground Beef1 Sweet Onion (Chopped)3-4 Jalapenos (Sliced)4 Cloves Garlic (Chopped)1 Pint Pinto Beans1 Qt Tomatoes (Diced)1/2 Pint Tomatoe Sauce… Read more ⇢

    Tiffany’s Crock Pot Chili
  • Chicken with Mushroom Broth

    Seasoned chicken breasts are seared and baked with a creamy mushroom, garlic and butter broth, then served with mashed potatoes for a delicious meal. Ideal for a comforting dinner. Read more ⇢

    Chicken with Mushroom Broth
  • Grande Chicken Enchiladas

    This recipe has been such a hit with so many people over the years, and I hope you enjoy it, too! INGREDIENTS 1 lb Chicken Breast (Shredded)3 Jalapenos (Diced, Seeds… Read more ⇢

    Grande Chicken Enchiladas
  • Mexican Tomato Sauce

    Yield: at least 1 Quart INGREDIENTS 5 lbs Roma Tomatoes (Cored, Roughly Chopped)1 Cup Chicken Broth1/3 Cup Lime Juice4 tsp Chili Powder4 tsp Chipotle Chili Powder2 tsp Sea Salt2 tsp… Read more ⇢

    Mexican Tomato Sauce
  • Cherry Delight

    INGREDIENTS 2 + 1/2 Cups Graham Cracker Crumbs2 TBSP Sugar3/4 Cup Melted Butter16 oz Cream Cheese8 oz Whipped Cream Topping1 Cup Powdered Sugar2 tsp Vanilla21 oz Cherry Pie Filling DIRECTIONS… Read more ⇢

    Cherry Delight
  • Greek Chicken & Pasta

    INGREDIENTS 1 lb Chicken Breast (Pieces)1 lb Penne or Spaghetti1-2 Cups Cherry Tomatoes (Halved)1 Cucumber (Quartered)1-2 Cups Pitted Greek Olives (Halved)Oregano (To Taste)Sea Salt & Pepper (To Taste)Olive OIl SAUCE… Read more ⇢

    Greek Chicken & Pasta
  • High Marks for CJ’s Highmarks

    I had the opportunity to try CJ’s Highmarks in Celina, Ohio yesterday, and it was a real treat. I don’t eat out often, but welcomed the quality time with family… Read more ⇢

  • Bacon BBQ Cheeseburger Casserole

    INGREDIENTS 1 lb Ground Beef1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce3 TBSP Ranch Seasoning4 Cloves Garlic (Minced)1 TBSP Garlic Powder1 TBSP Onion Powder1 tsp Sea Salt1 tsp Black Pepper6 Slices Thick Cut Bacon… Read more ⇢

    Bacon BBQ Cheeseburger Casserole
  • White Cheese Sauce

    INGREDIENTS 3 Cups Whole Milk6 TBSP Ranch Seasoning (Optional)6 TBSP FLour6 Cups Mozzarella Cheese (Shredded)8 TBSP Salted Butter12 oz Cream Cheese DIRECTIONS *I used it in my chicken bacon ranch… Read more ⇢

    White Cheese Sauce
  • Little Life of Mine

    What a blessing it is to awake in this life every day. We have a coop full of happy chickens, one of which may be a bit spoiled. Her name… Read more ⇢

    Little Life of Mine
  • Chicken Noodle Casserole

    INGREDIENTS 1 lb Chicken Breast (Shredded)16 oz Whole Wheat Thin Spaghetti21 oz Cream of Chicken21 oz Cream of Mushroom1/2 Cup WaterSalt & Pepper (To Taste)2 Cups Mozzarella (Shredded)Parsley (Garnish) DIRECTIONS Read more ⇢

    Chicken Noodle Casserole
  • Homegrown Sloppy Joe Sauce

    INGREDIENTS 2 Cloves Garlic (Minced)8 oz Tomato Sauce1/2 Cup Ketchup3 TBSP Brown Sugar2 TBSP Worcestershire Sauce1 tsp Mustard1 tsp Garlic Powder1/2 tsp Onion PowderSalt & Pepper (To Taste) DIRECTIONS Optional:… Read more ⇢

    Homegrown Sloppy Joe Sauce
  • Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Honey BBQ Sauce

    INGREDIENTS 2 Small Chicken Breasts4 Slices Thick Cut BaconHomegrown Honey BBQ SauceOlive OilSea Salt (To Taste)2 TBSP Butter1 Sweet Onion (Sliced)3-4 Baby Bella Mushrooms (Sliced)1 Green Pepper (Sliced)3 Cloves Garlic… Read more ⇢

    Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Honey BBQ Sauce
  • Homegrown Honey BBQ Sauce

    INGREDIENTS 1.5 – 2 Cups Organic Ketchup1/4 Cup Honey Mustard1/8 Cup Honey1 TBSP Worcestershire Sauce1 TBSP Onion Powder1 TBSP Garlic Powder1/8 Cup Brown Sugar (Optional) INGREDIENTS Read more ⇢

    Homegrown Honey BBQ Sauce
  • Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

    INGREDIENTS 1 lb Chicken Breast (Pieces)4 Slices Thick Cut Bacon (Chopped)1 Sweet Onion (Diced)1 Green Pepper (Diced)16 oz Whole Wheat Penne6 TBSP Ranch Seasoning1 TBSP Olive Oil8 oz Cream Cheese2… Read more ⇢

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
  • First Strawberry

    My baby plant has produced its first strawberry. Don’t let the cuteness fool you, though. It packed a delicious punch! Read more ⇢

    First Strawberry
  • Feather Baby

    There’s something therapeutic about holding a chick, especially when she loves being held by you. Nugget has more pretty feathers every day. Read more ⇢

    Feather Baby
  • Growing So Fast!

    Every day I’m so amazed with  this beautiful garden. Just look at those tomatoes, corn and sunflowers! I even got to harvest some peas for shepherds pie tonight, too. We… Read more ⇢

    Growing So Fast!
  • Spicy Breakfast Burritos

    Serving Size: 4 Burritos Remove seeds from jalapenos for less spice if desired. INGREDIENTS 6 Eggs6 Slices Thick Cut Bacon (Chopped)2 Jalapenos (Sliced)2 TBSP Olive Oil (Divided)1 Cup Salsa Verde3-4… Read more ⇢

    Spicy Breakfast Burritos
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

    INGREDIENTS 4 Chicken Thighs (Bone In, Skin On)Sea Salt & Pepper (To Taste)2 Green Bell Peppers1 Medium Sweet Onion (Diced)1 Tomato (Diced)4 Cloves Garlic (Minced)1 Cup Chicken Broth2 TBSP Flour2… Read more ⇢

    Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
  • Heirlooms

    Items that have been passed down through generations, or have significant emotional value (wedding ring, for example), and pictures are most dear to me. Read more ⇢

    Heirlooms
  • Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos

    INGREDIENTS 1 lb Chicken Breast (Pieces)1 TBSP ButterSea Salt & Pepper (To Taste)1 tsp Paprika1 tsp Garlic Powder1 tsp Onion Powder1/2 tsp Chili Powder4 Cloves Garlic (Minced)2 TBSP Raw Honey1… Read more ⇢

    Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos
  • Ground Beef Zucchini Boats

    Zucchini grows so well in our garden and yields such a bountiful harvest that it can be challenging to use these delicious vegetables fast enough. It’s only May, and the… Read more ⇢

    Ground Beef Zucchini Boats
  • BBQ Bacon & Mushroom Ranch Burger Casserole

    INGREDIENTS 1 lb Ground Beef8 Gold Potatoes (Chopped)4 Slices Thick Cut Bacon (Chopped)1 Vidalia Onion (Diced)6 Baby Bella Mushrooms (Sliced & Halved)2 Green Bell Peppers (Diced)4 CLoves Garlic (Minced)2 Tomatoes… Read more ⇢

    BBQ Bacon & Mushroom Ranch Burger Casserole
  • Our Little Vineyard

    Starting a home vineyard is exciting! It’s even more exciting to see our grape vines doing so well. One plant is already producing! Huge shout out to the Arbor Day… Read more ⇢

    Our Little Vineyard
  • Foggy Mornin’

    There’s something beautiful about dense fog in the morning, so soft and quiet. The garden is doing so good this year, and the fog added that extra touch. I am… Read more ⇢

    Foggy Mornin’
  • Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Peppers

    INGREDIENTS 1 lb Chicken Breast (Shredded)4 Thick Slices of Bacon (Chopped)8 oz Cream Cheese1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese4 Green, Red, Yellow or Orange Bell Peppers2 Tomatoes (Diced)Extra Light Olive Oil3… Read more ⇢

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Peppers
  • Buffalo Chicken Pasta

    Craving something spicy? Try this hearty recipe! INGREDIENTS 1 lb Chicken Breast (Shredded)16 oz Elbow Macaroni1 + 1/2 Cups Buffalo Sauce6 Cups Chicken Broth2 Cups WaterSea Salt (to taste)1 tsp… Read more ⇢

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta
  • Saucy Chops

    INGREDIENTS 5 Pork Chops (at least 1 inch thick)1 Cup Chicken Broth4 TBSP Butter (Divided)1TBSP Honey DRY RUB1 TBSP Flour1 TBSP Chipotle Chili Pepper Powder1 TBSP Garlic Powder1 TBSP Onion… Read more ⇢

    Saucy Chops
  • Patty Melt

    INGREDIENTS 1 lb Ground Beef5 TBSP Butter (Divided)1 Small Vidalia Onion (Sliced)2 Cloves Garlic (Minced)1 Cup Baby Bella Mushrooms (Sliced)1-2 Cups Shredded Mozzarella1/4 Cup Beef Broth2 TBSP Worcestershire Sauce4 Slices… Read more ⇢

    Patty Melt
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