Author: jkbrog

  • It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas!

    It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas!

    Bake some cookies!  We don’t need perfection, we need quality time together and that’s what we got.  I have a simple sugar cookie recipe that is delicious and easy to decorate with your little ones!  We made 2 large Christmas tree cookies and many smaller roundish (Haha!) shaped ones too. Classic Sugar Cookie Recipe Ingredients:…

  • I Found A Cookbook Goldmine!

    I Found A Cookbook Goldmine!

    Discover My Vintage Cookbook Collection!  Recently, I stumbled onto what I can only describe as a culinary goldmine! What’s in this cookbook haul? Mostly vintage cookbooks! – Southern Living Annual cookbooks  – Taste of Home collections  – Retro holiday cookbooks  – collector’s editions  – Boxed Recipe cards Each book tells a story, not just through…

  • “Back to School” Weeknight Dinner Recipes

    “Back to School” Weeknight Dinner Recipes

    Back to School means busy weeknights – No time to cook? yes, busy families can still eat healthy and cook at home. Meals under 30 minutes that your kids will like.

  • My Sequel – “The Weakest Link”

    My Sequel – “The Weakest Link”

    https://a.co/d/0ztYtrU Click the link above to see on Amazon! This is book #2 in “The Link” series.  The first book is “The Missing Link.” The Weakest Link continues the story of Regina “Reggie” Memphis and TJ Jenkins.  Reggie, the small town detective who uncovered an international human trafficking network is now planning her wedding to TJ. …

  • One week of groceries for under $80 – Take the challenge

    One week of groceries for under $80 – Take the challenge

    One store, One list. Real food for a week!  I was tired of spending too much on groceries and then bringing home less and less items.  I put AI to the test.  My exact quote to AI was: “I need to know how to cut grocery costs. Where to buy and what to buy.” One…

  • Happy Father’s Day!  Honoring Some Great Fathers!

    Happy Father’s Day! Honoring Some Great Fathers!

    Happy Father’s Day!  Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers.  Honor them! My father, Orvin Nesje, passed away almost 10 years ago (December 2015) after several years of illness.  He chose to stop his dialysis after several months of me begging him not to stop his treatment.  He was tired, sick and ready.  Once he…

  • Exploring Colorado One Bite At A Time: Jennifer Kate’s Kitchen Food Tour

    Exploring Colorado One Bite At A Time: Jennifer Kate’s Kitchen Food Tour

    Join me as Jennifer Kate’s Kitchen heads to Colorado for a flavorful food tour across Denver, Boulder, Estes Park and Breckenridge! I’m thrilled to announce the next adventure for Jennifer Kate’s Kitchen- a flavorful  food tour through the stunning state of Colorado!  From vibrant city eats to cozy mountain bites, we’ll be exploring the local…

  • Easy and Irresistible Chicken Casserole!

    Easy and Irresistible Chicken Casserole!

    Let’s make some easy Irresistible Chicken and Rice Casserole! Chicken and Rice Casserole is a classic dish that has earned its place in many kitchens for its simplicity and comfort.  It’s an easy dish to feed a crowd or save the leftovers for the next day.  You can follow this exactly or substitute vegetables of…

  • What a Weekend, Thankful for the Support!

    So Thankful! I wanted to thank all of those who came to the Tasker’s Barber and Salon 5 year celebration.  It was a great time.  My daughter, Katie, unveiled her new “Danny Kate ”  hair extension brand.  My daughter, Emily, had her creative, artistic hats for sale too.  I had my books and now I…

  • Join me this Saturday at Tasker’s Barber and Salon – 5 Year Anniversary Celebration

    Join me this Saturday at Tasker’s Barber and Salon – 5 Year Anniversary Celebration

    Join me Saturday to celebrate a huge milestone at Tasker’s Barber and Salon!  Tasker’s Barber and Salon is turning 5.  It’s a celebration of hard work, passion and local success. A Family Celebration! This event is especially close to my heart.  My daughter Katie is the owner of Tasker’s and my other daughter, Emily, will…