Apricot Almond Shortbread Bars + Cookiepalooza Party
‘Tis the season of baking and I did my share last week! One of my favorite recipes I make every year is apricot almond shortbread bars, they’re always a big hit at our Christmas party and my go-to...
View ArticleSouthwest White Bean + Chicken Chili
Last week I had two leftover chicken breasts and wanted to create something new for dinner, so I invented this batch of white bean and chicken chili with the vegetables in my fridge. I knew it would be...
View ArticleMini Chocolate Cakes with Raspberry Drizzle
Greetings all and Happy Valentine’s Day to all of you who celebrate. Today is that holiday dedicated to romance, and the one thing I get excited about today is chocolate. Yes, Valentine’s Day is a day...
View ArticleWhite Chocolate Mint Fudge
I love to make sweet little bites for our Christmas party every year, those tiny little morsels that guests can grab and I don’t have to worry about slicing up portions and serving them formally. One...
View ArticleThanksgiving Menu + Giveaway
Hi all, happy Friday to you! I was on the phone with my sister yesterday planning our Thanksgiving feast and informed that for the first time in our family’s history of feasts, my brother-in-law has...
View ArticleOreo Truffles: Three Ways
Today really isn’t one of those holidays I get terribly excited for. I do like the idea of showing people extra love, but I prefer spontaneous surprises on ordinary days. The kids enjoy Valentine’s Day...
View ArticleBroiled Salmon with Vegetable Quinoa
One of the things I’m so much better at this year is healthy eating. A year ago my habits were really bad, I got lazy grabbing anything that was quick and easy, I ate a lot of processed and fried foods...
View ArticleChopped Salad, Three Ways
Last year I vowed to change the way I eat. 20 pounds had crept up on me and I knew a lot of that came from lazy eating habits. Instead of picking a specific diet I simply decided to eat clean instead....
View ArticleCranberry Pomegranate Martinis
Last weekend I had extended family in town so my sister and I got creative with cocktails – we were in the mood for a citrusy berry vodka martini so with some brief experimentation we came up with...
View ArticleSea Salt Caramel Fudge & Hot Chocolate on a Stick
This time of year like so many I indulge in baking sweet treats. This year my favorite culinary delight is sea salt caramel fudge. I love the divine medley of dense rich chocolate paired with sweet...
View ArticleCauliflower “Fried Rice”
My friends today I’m sharing a recipe I’ve been making over and over and over again because it’s a great meal (or serving) of vegetables and protein and tastes soooo good. Cauliflower I’m discovering...
View ArticleAsian Steak Kabobs
I got a new Weber grill for our patio makeover this week and I couldn’t wait to try it out! This is one of my go-to healthy and tasty recipes for summer: asian steak kabobs! So yummy! Ingredients: 1...
View ArticleFavorite Christmas Cookies
Hello all! This week has been crazy for me and I’m sure for you too! All that last minute rushing around to get ready for Christmas and a party this weekend. Since we’re hosting a few friends at our...
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