When I think of Fall, I think of indulging in rich and flavorful meals, sides, drinks and desserts. Something scrumptious with the essence of pumpkin or ginger, hearty beef stews or bowls full of tummy-warming soups. But as the temperatures drop and the holidays approach, my already busy calendar begins filling up leaving me with …
Cool Veggie and Ranch Pizza Appetizer is a standard recipe in our home. I have been making this tasty crescent roll pizza for years! Why? Because it is delicious, easy, and it is a recipe that needs to be made ahead. You all know that I am all about entertaining and you all know that I …
I am in full swing enjoying summer and the warmer weather. Long days and sunny skies are perfect for hanging with friends and family. The weather is ideally suited for picnics, barbecues, and pool parties! This past month has been filled with multiple parties and gatherings at our home. Entertaining is something I loooove to do. …
When you have a hungry teenage boy in the house, and he is suddenly diagnosed with food allergies, you learn a whole new way of cooking and baking. Especially baking. Or making anything that contains flour. Well let me tell you, these allergy free chocolate chip pancakes are absolutely delicious! My challenge is to make …
I once told my husband that sleep was overrated. I have yet to live that statement down. As busy as I am and as much as I do, I really do like my sleep! Sometimes we need a little help. I’m here today to share bedtime snacks that encourage sleep. Sleep sometimes just does not …
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WhatAGrillWants #CollectiveBias A long time ago, on a lake in Northern California, a group of house boaters were hungry. Looking around them – a dozen adults and twice as many kids – sunbaked and tired from a day …
Mother’s Day is right around the corner. It will be a busy weekend in our home. Four kids home, one with a friend visiting, a BBQ lunch Saturday, Junior Prom, and then a large gathering of friends and family heading to the ballpark on Sunday to watch the Sacramento River Cats. I am very excited …
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PepItUp #CollectiveBias Looking for an easy dinner or an impressive appetizer? This Pepperoni and Pesto Calzone Ring is the perfect recipe for both – it’s just a matter of how you slice it! Springtime is here and that …
It has been a long time since I have posted a recipe! That is because for the last month or so, there has been very little cooking in my world. With a two week trip to Ireland, followed by a week-long, cross-country drive with my daughter – I had zero access to a kitchen! Then …
This meal is not only delicious, it is easy, fast, and healthy! What more is there to ask for? Oh yes, very little clean up! How about everything made in one pan and under 20 minutes? Yes, it is possible… The other night it was just my husband and I home for dinner. A night …
