The Crafty Cook

Welcome to my attempt to try a food from every country! This is my series “Around the World in 196 Plates” I am stepping out of my...

It’s been a cold week, but it’s been plenty warm in my kitchen! This week I have started two new journeys “Around the World in 196...

I made this casserole in an attempt to clean out our freezer and fridge for Christmas and New Years goodies, and I enjoyed it enough that...

I’m finally back after an unexpectedly long time. Between moving, getting engaged and wedding planning, finishing school and our laptop...

It's been a crazy few weeks, my boyfriend and I just moved in to our new place! Before we moved I cooked us one last dinner in his...

Running short on time, but want something relatively healthy? This turkey stroganoff is short on cook time, and big on flavor. I made...

After a hectic few weeks I am back with another creation! In between working and school my boyfriend and I have been packing our stuff...

In my attempts to eat better and become healthier, I have been making a more conscious effort to eat more fruits and vegetables. This...

My boyfriends' parents are in Vegas, so until we move into our place hopefully later this month, this was our alone week. I have gotten...

Sunday I made a family dinner for most of my family, and wanted something simple yet filling. I love mustard, and wanted to cook a pork...

I have finally started being able to eat again after my oral surgery, even though I am extremely slow. I have been wanting to make a...

Sorry for the delay in posting, this month has been flying by, and with an oral surgery and the passing of my Grandmother I haven't felt...

I love December! I love the festive feeling in the air, the bustle of people looking for that perfect gift, the lights everywhere. Mostly...

One of my newest signature dishes, full of cheese, potatoes and creamy soups, this made a huge splash at our monthly Church potluck and...

Saturday was a lazy day well earned after a hard work week. I wanted something filing but easy to make, and decided to go semi-homemade...

Today I have a two part post as I made my own version of Dr. Pepper barbecue chicken last night with some steamed, buttered corn, and...

The after work rush is always a headache, and not having a meal planned for dinner makes it even worse. I failed on meal planning and...

It's one of my favorite seasons!!! Autumn and Spring are always my favorite seasons and I eagerly await their arrival each year. I also...

One of my favorite dishes at any Mexican restaurant is always the Chile Relleno. A smoky poblano pepper filled with cheese, then...

While I love Hamburger Helper, sometimes it doesn't have enough of a certain ingredient. I love the sloppy joe hamburger helper, but I...