I don’t think I have ever posted a craft on this blog. After all, we are all about cooking. It kinda says that in the title; The Freshman Cook. But today I wanted to post a tutorial on this centerpiece.  About 20 years ago, my mother in law turned 75, and my husband and I … Read more

If you are looking for some last minute St. Patrick’s Day Food, Craft and Party Ideas check out these two collages. These are some creative and inspired ideas from cooks, crafters, bakers, and party givers who have linked up to Celebrate It! Blog Link Party! Just click on the links right below the collages and … Read more

This Sausage and Apple Cornbread Bundt Cake w/ a White Gravy Drizzle is definitely a change from the bundt cakes I usually make, but it is a welcome change! This savory bundt cake is bursting with tasty flavors and would be perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a brunch! I made a favorite cornbread recipe, … Read more

It’s time for the Improv Cooking Challenge! This month our 2 ingredients are: Peanut Butter and Jelly! Is there a better combo of flavors? There are so many different ways to go on this one! I decided to make  Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream Sandwiches! It’s already hot here, so these are a delicious, … Read more

I love a fun picnic anytime of year! Do you? They are so fun in the fall, with falling leaves and the crisp autumn air, and I love them in the spring when everything is starting to bloom, and I can’t wait to get outside after a long winter,  and or course they are a … Read more

It seems like school just ended and summer just started, so I don’t know how we can possibly be thinking about “Back to School” lunch ideas, but here I am with a Kielbasa Rice Bowl! My son always loved kielbasa as he was growing up and I love it because it is quick to cook … Read more

  We are beginning to feel a little green here at The Freshman Cook,  and you are invited to Get Your Blarney On with us! Link anything that is St. Patrick’s Day related. It can be old or new, and the more the merrier! The idea is to fill this page with lots of ideas … Read more

If you are familiar with Yummly, you know how handy it can be when it comes to keeping track of recipes you want to make later. If you are not sure what Yummly is, you will be excited to find out that it is a place where you can save recipes, like those from The Freshman … Read more

Just before Easter weekend, I received The Versatile Blogger award from Tandy, author of  the blog  Lavender and Lime. Thank you so much Tandy!   It’s so nice to be a part of such a group! The award works like this: Thank the person who awarded you by linking back to their post Pass the … Read more