Category Archives: Sweet as Pie

I was skeptical of this recipe from The Pioneer Woman for Quinoa with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella, but since (i) I like Pioneer Woman, (ii) I like tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella, and (iii) the point of cooking club is to … Continue reading →

We were surprised when we both actually liked this recipe for Avocado Chicken Enchiladas.  Neither of us are really avocado fans, so we didn’t have high expectations for this dish.  But, it was yummy!  And without being overly heavy!  I … Continue reading →

We really liked these Grilled Chicken Sliders from The Pioneer Woman.  After slicing the rolls and marinating the chicken, I got distracted by a cute baby and didn’t take any more pictures.  Sorry ’bout that. These were easy to make … Continue reading →

The July Sweet as Pie menu featured this appetizer recipe for Corn Salsa from Trisha Yearwood.  This was a cinch to put together, but although I liked it, Phillip was not a fan (mostly because of the olives).  The recipe … Continue reading →

I had high hopes for these Stuffed Pork Chops, but in the end, they were a dud for us.  Just bland and dry and not even that pretty to look at (which admittedly was probably my fault).  Here’s how they … Continue reading →

So this Blueberry Crumb Cake might be Phillip’s new favorite.  A great way to use fresh or frozen blueberries.  Here’s how it came together: First, I creamed butter, sugar, and cinnamon together and then added an egg and some vanilla.  … Continue reading →

Yum!  These Butterscotch Peanut Butter Bars from Trisha Yearwood were delicious.  Easy to make and perfect for sharing!  I only wish I’d managed to take a picture of them.  Phillip and I both enjoyed them and they were also a … Continue reading →

We love steak at our house.  Phillip usually prefers a filet or a New York strip, but my favorite is a good ribeye.  So when this recipe showed up on the Sweet as Pie menu and coincided with the ribeye … Continue reading →

This Seafood Pasta dish combined two of our favorites and made for a nice weeknight meal.  Here’s how it came together: First, I boiled some rotelle pasta, although any type of pasta would do.  Next, I browned shrimp (for me) … Continue reading →

Another easy summer side dish from Sweet as Pie!  If you already have the grilled fired up, you might as well throw as many elements on it as you can.  These Grilled Potato Bundles were simple to make and basic … Continue reading →