Mel and Boys Kitchen

7 Up Chicken

October 9, 2019 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 2 Comments

I shared this recipe originally 11 years ago when this blog was brand new! I can't believe it was so long ago! Time flies when you are having fun, and this little blog has been so fun to do (and thank you for your support and love over the years)! This is a fabulous chicken marinade that my whole family LOVES! So, I thought it was time to bring it out of the archives and freshen it up with a

Easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

September 26, 2019 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 1 Comment

Whenever we have people come visit from out of state, I like to serve a classic Southern BBQ dinner to welcome them to Tennessee. My boys think the best part of the menu (the star of the show) is the pulled pork. I do not own a smoker, like our favorite local Southern BBQ restaurant uses for their pulled pork, but this slow cooker method is arguably just as good (or at least darn close).

Wedding Reception Recipes and Ideas

August 22, 2019 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 3 Comments

Well hello again! I have been missing from here for a little while and I have missed you! I hope you had a wonderful summer! Can you believe that summer is over for so many now with kids back in school! Crazy how quick it zipped by this year. I think for me, it was due to this wedding I was working on. Time flies when you are busy! My oldest son Connor and his new bride Makinlee

Cheesy Artichoke Dip with a Kick

July 16, 2019 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 3 Comments

Hello friends! Are you enjoying your summer? I hope so! I have not been posting very much because I am soaking up this time with my boys and getting ready for an open house I am hosting for my sons recent wedding. I am thinking of serving this Cheesy Artichoke Dip with a Kick. It is my knock off of a delicious dip that I picked up at Costco while I was in Utah that I

Cobb Salad for a Crowd

June 19, 2019 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + Leave a Comment

This is hardly a recipe but more of a fun entertaining idea! Last week I invited my neighbors and their kids over for a fun pool party and lunch. I served this Cobb salad along with grilled hot dogs for the kids. I offered the choice of two of my favorite home made dressing… buttermilk ranch, and red wine vinaigrette (recipe below but you could also make this Shallot and Mustard one here). Both

Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies (Panera’s ‘Kitchen Sink’ Cookies)

June 11, 2019 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 9 Comments

Hello sweet friends! How has your summer been so far? Sorry for the little break from posting but we started out our summer with my oldest son getting married! Introducing the newest Mr and Mrs Christensen.. Connor and Makinlee's wedding was SO fun and everything turned out beautifully! And I now have a daughter! She is beautiful inside and out and we love her! But I wanted to repost this

Easy Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls

May 18, 2019 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 4 Comments

Hello sweet friends! Sorry I have been missing for a couple of weeks. My family has had some health issues and trials lately. I think things are looking up--but it has been rough month. It is so hard to see people you love not feeling well--it is not good for my heart! Anyway, I am back with a promised recipes for my gluten free friends.... Easy Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls (from a mix) that are

Creamy Turmeric Soup with Split Peas and Lentils

April 26, 2019 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 6 Comments

It is Friday! Are you happy to have the weekend here? I sure am! This week has been a doozy and I am ready to catch up on some sleep, plant my garden and get flowers in my outdoor pots! We have had the typical spring weather--one minute freezing cold and the next warm and sunny, but Saturday is projected to be nice and I am happy about that! Although Sunday is going to get chilly and rain