When creating meals plans each week, I have a few go-to recipes that always satisfy and are easy to throw together. Fish tacos or tacos of any kind usually find their way into the dinner rotation at least every other week.Fish Tacos - Easy Recipe to Zip Up...
Self Care in a CabinWhen was the last time you totally unplugged from the world? No phone, no computer? No TV, No Netflix, etc.? I wasn’t expecting to completely unplug on our vacation but retreating to a mountain cabin can leave you with spotty...
My All-Time Summer Favorite! Let's Make Potato Salad!!! To me, there is nothing like a big bowl of potato salad for a summer party, picnic, or BBQ. Such a simple dish and everyone probably has a family recipe. If you don’t, that’s ok cause you are...
Featuring Rich Strike at 9-2... Last but not least in the trident of horse races, is the Belmont Stakes. While this year is not bringing the possibility of a Triple Crown winner, it is still an exciting day for us racing enthusiasts. Rich Strike,...
Rich Strike won't be featured... The Kentucky Derby, two weeks ago, left many of us picking our jaws up off the floor when Rich Strike won. No one thought the 80-1 longshot would win and this upset will be talked about for years to come. While some...
New Traditions... Sometime around 2015, my husband and I started a new tradition of watching the 3 big horse racing events together. The Kentucky Derby, the Preakness, and the Belmont Stakes. My husband's brain is like a sponge when it comes to remembering...
Once upon a time... Once upon a time, long, long ago in a land far, far away, there lived a Princess and she worked in a beautiful garden on the outskirts of a bustling city. She loved the tranquility of her work in the early morning hours and would tend...
I have owned 3 in my lifetime and I am thrilled with the two I currently have!Food Dehydrators and Why I Love Them! Dehydrators can reduce food waste, save you money, and speed up your cooking. Food dehydrators and why I love them! While there are many...
It’s strawberry season and I just splurged making delicious homemade strawberry jam in my Pampered Chef Deluxe Cooking Blender Homemade Strawberry Jam Ready in 50 minServes 2 - 3 cupsNo, Pampered Chef Deluxe Cooking Blender is not your ordinary...
Sausage Meatloaf Ready in 20 minutesServes 8 people Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup yellow onion, chopped 1 cup celery, chopped 6 cloves garlic, minced 2 large eggs, beaten 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 12 tablespoons ketchup, divided ½ cup fresh...
Italian Bread smells so good fresh out of the oven. Make a compound butter with roasted garlic & enjoy this delicious Italian bread.
Orzo Salad with Scarlet Runner Beans is a terrific way to create a hearty meal and a great source of protein. Try this Orzo Salad with Beans!
Collard greens are a healthy and hearty side dish, and even more delicious when you sauté them in garlic! Collards Ready in 30 minutesServes 6-8 people Ingredients 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil 3 slices bacon Ham hock 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic,...
Pizza is the best way to celebrate Friday night and the end of the work week! Try this Pizza Friday recipe to kick off your weekend right!
Steak, smashed potatoes and arugala salad is a filling meal and a great use of leftovers. This salad is delicious for leftover steak!
Shrimp Etouffee is a favorite Cajun meal that makes great use of fresh or frozen shrimp. Try our shrimp etouffee recipe today.
Shrimp Fra Diavolo has just the right spice to make you want more. Serve this with a nice Sauvignon Blanc, mixed greens salad & some crusty garlic bread. Easy enough for a quick weeknight meal and fancy enough when friends join you for dinner. Your friends will be asking for this Shrimp Fra Diavolo recipe.
Classic Tuna Pasta Salad is just that, a Classic. You should be able to pull this tuna pasta salad recipe together with any pasta you have.
Chicken Antipasto Salad is packed with flavor. With the addition of sliced meats, soft cheeses, and olives and tossed with a flavorful dressing Chicken Antipasto Salad is a favorite in our house.
Greek Tacos are a perfect way to switch things up when your family could live off of tacos and pizza.
This Chili Lime Fajita Chicken Salad is perfect for those nights you are wanting to spice things up. I am always looking for new ways to make salads exciting, and this chili lime fajita salad fits the bill.
Meatless Monday Power Salad Ready in 20 minutes (plus hour to make molasses)Serves 6 people Ingredients 2 cups cooked quinoa (rinse before cooking), cooled ½ bunch of kale, washed, ribs removed, chopped 1 14.5 oz can of garbanzo beans, rinsed & drained 1-2 Oranges...
Basil pesto is an easy make-ahead meal prep sauce that I love. Gather your fresh basil, olive oil, garlic + salt and let’s make basil pesto!
Garlic herb rotisserie chicken is a great weekend dinner that leaves enough leftover chicken for more meals throughout the week.
Garlic herb chicken salad is perfect for leftover rotisserie chicken. Just shred your chicken, mix with mayo and herbs, and enjoy on the go!
This Watermelon Salad is my favorite summer salad. Fresh, sweet watermelon with arugula & feta is refreshing & my Chili Lime Rub adds a zing.
Basil pesto is an easy make-ahead meal prep sauce that I love. Gather your fresh basil, olive oil, garlic + salt and let’s make basil pesto!
Caprese Burgers in the summer kicks burger night up a notch. Fresh summer tomatoes, basil and mozzarella make this a favorite in our home. This is so good with or without the bun. Make these Caprese Burgers on the grill if you can.
Basil pesto is an easy make-ahead meal prep sauce that I love. Gather your fresh basil, olive oil, garlic + salt and let’s make basil pesto!
Honey mustard kale salad with grilled chicken is a great summer dinner for hot nights.
September is the time for soup! As the weather cools off, cut up your veggies and let’s make some September soup!