Oh my, it’s that time of year when an unexpected visitor might just stop by, isn’t it? Last night my daughter asked if her friend could stay for dinner, and I was more than happy to oblige. I’d planned tacos for our family, but I knew her friend doesn’t eat red meat and had Mexican food the night before anyway. I had to think of something else. I’m in the midst of planning a … [Read more...]
Smoked Sausage Potatoes Au Gratin
If you love cheesy potatoes and you love sausage, you will love this dish. What is great about this dish is that it is not the side dish, but the main entree! If your short on time and don't want to spend the extra time it takes to make and bake both the main dish and the side dish, then this is for you. Another great thing about this dish is that you can buy the smoked … [Read more...]
No-Churn Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream
No-churn ice cream is an incredibly simple way to make an ice cream treat without bothering with an ice cream maker. Yes, that is right...you do not need the fuss and clean up of an ice cream maker! It might not be the perfect ice cream, but it is easy, fast and still very delicious. This Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream is a little bit like eating pumpkin pie, only with getting … [Read more...]
Salted Caramel Pears with Homemade Caramel Sauce
Apples are overrated. When you think apples, think pears! Ok, I admit that caramel apples are a favorite in our house this time of year but these Salted Caramel Pears with Homemade Caramel Sauce are quickly giving them a run for their money. Salted caramel is sweet and salty. Whether it is on an apple or a pear, it is just simply delicious! I normally prefer Bartlett … [Read more...]
Valencia Orange Refresher Made Easy
Do you love the Valencia Orange Refresher that you have been able to get at your local upscale coffeehouse? You know the one I am talking about. It turns out that the customers of that upscale coffee chain are "devastated" that they are removing the popular iced drink from the menu. The Valencia Orange Refresher was discontinued this past month and there is an online petition … [Read more...]
Loaded Deviled Eggs Recipe for Easter
It is that time of the year! Eggs, eggs, everywhere. Bring on the eggs! We boil a ton of eggs to make sure that we have enough perfect eggs to dye or decorate for Easter and then we ask ourselves - "what am I going to do with all of these eggs?" Our family favorite is this loaded deviled eggs recipe. If you are hosting an Easter dinner, these deviled eggs are something you … [Read more...]
Easter Petit Fours
The term petit fours is traditionally used to describe the miniature cookies and cakes that accompany an afternoon coffee or tea or that are served after a meal. Petit Four is a French term that means "small oven". In 19th century France, there were no gas ovens. Most food items were baked in a breadmaker's oven that was a huge cabin made out of stone. They would light a … [Read more...]
Pretty in Pink~ Strawberry Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delicious and easy to make strawberry cookies with the delightful addition of chocolate chips. Valentine's Day is around the corner and these Strawberry Chocolate Chip Cookies will add a perfect touch to this sweetheart of a day! These cookies are a cake mix cookie that deliver just the perfect combination of strawberry and chocolate flavor. The recipe is very … [Read more...]
Healthy Living with a Little Help From a “Delightful” Bread
In February of 2014 I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. I was tired, overweight and had out of control diabetes. I knew nothing about the disease, what caused it or how to treat it. After attending nutritional classes and meeting privately with a dietitian, I knew my lifestyle had to change. Number one, I had to change how I ate and what I ate and bring my high blood sugar … [Read more...]
Festive Blueberry Rice Pudding
One of my family's favorite things to eat during the holiday season are all kinds of desserts. Yes, we have a collective sweet tooth and we own it. Although cookies and candy are what first come to mind when you think holiday desserts, there are many other options out there. Plus, variety is the spice of life. One option other than cookies is rice pudding. It is creamy and … [Read more...]
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