Jamie Cooks It Up – Family Favorite Food and Recipes

Oreo Cookies and Cream Cookies

May 1, 2013

Several weeks ago I went to lunch with a few friends from my high school days. I love getting together with them. I think we always end up laughing more than we actually talk or eat. Which is heavenly, if you ask me. I need a good laugh every now and then, you know. It [...]

12 Fabulous Mexican Recipes

April 29, 2013

Hey there! I’ve got a recipe roundup for you today. Since Cinco Di Mayo is coming up next week I thought I would share 12 of my favorite Mexican Recipes with you. Weather you celebrate this holiday, or not…I hope you find something your family will love! Enjoy! New recipe coming up on Wednesday. Ground Beef [...]

Crispy Won Ton and Chicken Asian Salad

April 26, 2013

I love a good Main Course Salad. I feel so healthy and full of vitamins when I feed one to my family for dinner. I swear I can see their eyes shine brighter and their hair get all glossy with every bite. But maybe that’s just my imagination running wild with me. I heard somewhere [...]

Light and Creamy Toasted Sesame Asian Dressing

April 25, 2013

Oh, this dressing is divine. This dressing is creamy, tangy, sweet and full of Asian flavors. It turns an ordinary salad into “Hot Dang! Salad is my new best friend”… in just a matter of seconds. Pour it over a nice crisp cabbage salad, spoon a little into some warm rice…toss some with roasted broccoli [...]

Easy Toffee Pretzel Bark

April 22, 2013

This might be the easiest candy you will ever make. It’s MUCH easier than Homemade Carmels and more simple than regular English Toffee. No need to stand at the stove and stir and you don’t need a candy thermometer! It’s also made with a very short list of ingredients, most of which I would bet my [...]

Pico De Gallo (Fresh Mexican Salsa)

April 19, 2013

Have you ever made Pico De Gallo (Fresh Mexican Salsa) before? Wow, it can really be fabulous. Fresh tomatoes, peppers, red onions and avocado are mixed together. Chop up some fresh garlic, cilantro and add a splash of lime juice and you will have a bowl full of fresh tasting wonder. You will, truly. Serve [...]

Let It Go, by Chris Williams (Giveaway)

April 17, 2013

I saw this picture yesterday on Facebook and thought it beautifully simple and profound. What Mr. Rogers has to say is plain truth. Amid tragedy, and terrible circumstances there are always good, kind people there to pick up the pieces…lending a helping hand and providing a stable shoulder to cry on. It is amazing to watch, isn’t [...]

Grilled Chicken Taco Marinade

April 15, 2013

A couple of weeks ago I was chatting with my dear friend Katherine. (She has given me many recipes in the past, that I’ve shared with you all. Like this fabulous Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken and this tasty Cinnamon Bear Popcorn. Both a delight! Kind of like Katherine, who is darn delight, herself!) Anyhow, Katherine and [...]

Pretty Baby Shower Ideas

April 12, 2013

Several weeks ago my Sisters and Mom (in law) and I put on a baby shower for our dear cousin. I love to throw a party with these ladies. Actually, if the truth were to be known…I love to do pretty much anything with these gals. I have been blessed beyond measure, with sisters and [...]

Soft, Frosted Lemon Sugar Cookies

April 10, 2013

I love lemons. I love limes. I love oranges. I suppose you could say, I am a girl with a need for a little bit of citrus in her life. Especially when Spring shines her pretty (and sometimes RAINY) face around town, I get to craving everything lemon. These Lemon Cream Cheese Tarts, and these [...]