Mels kitchen cafe

2023 was a fun year for food and new recipes! I received more traffic to my website this year than ever (other than the pandemic year when everyone was at home baking!), and I’m so grateful for all the comments and reviews left on recipes. I recognize the time it takes to check back and […]

Making the best homemade gravy is so easy with this foolproof recipe. It is perfect for holidays (or any day) when you need the best gravy to go with your meal. | melskitchencafe.com

There’s no reason to fuss over finicky chicken cordon bleu recipes when this shortcut, easy chicken cordon bleu is simple and just as delicious! Quick heads up: I’ll be hopping on Facebook Live today

This best baked macaroni and cheese recipe is the creamiest, cheesiest, homemade mac and cheese ever. No processed cheese! It is so good! | melskitchencafe.com

Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki sauce is becoming one of my go-to meals for the weekend. Try it out and you will see why! Para Español, Haz Click Aqui. This chicken gyros recipe is fresh, delicious,

Let's talk about those corn tortillas for a second. I like adding the chopped corn tortillas while the soup is cooking - they soften and dissolve a little bit in the soup adding a yummy texture, and they thicken the soup slightly. You don't have to add them if you don't want, or you can substitute them with 1/4 to 1/2 cup of masa harina (I haven't tried it with regular cornmeal, but I'm guessing it would work).

These delicious apple cinnamon muffins are so soft and stay moist for days! A one-bowl recipe, they can easily be made with whole grains.

I should learn by now to never, ever, never-ever tell anyone that it’s been forever since I’ve been sick because the minute those words come out of my mouth, I swear to you, I have instantly the worst