Tuscan Roma Pizza is featured this week along with my friend Jenny as a guest contributor. Homemade Garlic Sauce and homemade pizza dough come together in a delicious recipe your family is going to love. Don't forget to serve Homemade Pizza Dipping Sauces on the side! If you're a follower of mine on Facebook, then you'll […]
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Long Island Broiled Oysters
Today I'm excited to share with you a few of my favorite bloggers and am very happy to be able to call them friends! We may not have met in person, but we do have relationships through our blogs, foodie parties and of course our Facebook pages.Over the next few weeks, I will be highlighting […]
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Dinner is ready fast with this easy recipe for Chicken Tortilla Soup made with tender shredded chicken and combined with tomatoes, beans and green peppers. Top the soup with tortilla chips, cheddar cheese and sour cream for a very hearty and delicious recipe! Looking for more soup recipes? Check out all my family's favorites in Best […]
Mother's Day Brunch Table Settings
Easy tips for Mother's Day Brunch Table Settings with a mix of old and new plates, glasses and more from two generations. Today I'm going to share with you some photos from our Mother/Daughter Brunch at church last Saturday. Our Pastor's wife, Kelly, asked a few ladies to coordinate the Mother's Day […]
Pancake Pen for Fun Breakfast Messages
Today starts a new category on the BLOG with our Kitchen Tool Spotlight. Whenever I find a new kitchen tool that really works and helps me out I will share it with you. So for our very first Kitchen Tool Spotlight, we have this Pancake Pen. This post contains […]
Cinco de Mayo Menu Ideas
Happy Cinco de Mayo Day! Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, has evolved into a HUGE celebration of Mexican culture and heritage here in the United States. Traditions include parades, mariachi musical performances and street festivals in cities and towns across Mexico and the United States. In Mexico, it's a relatively minor holiday, […]
Our Easter Celebration
I hope you all had a wonderful Easter celebration. We did...with a house full of people, 17 in total and it was wonderful. AND we were finally able to meet our daughter's "fiance." They met down at school in Florida last fall and with my Colonel gone this past year we weren't able to meet […]
Welcome Home Colonel
What a wonderful two weeks we have had here at home... My Colonel is finally home from almost a year long tour of Afghanistan... Our girl with her dad... My mom hugging the Colonel and a few of our neighbors... Gathered around our welcome home sign that we have used THREE times now... Perfect... I'll […]
Psalm 90:14
Scripture Sunday...
Brie Filled Phyllo Cups
You're going to love easy this recipe for Brie Filled Phyllo Cups comes together and your family is going to love how delicious they are! Explore the other Easy Appetizers available that you can prepare for your family and friends. Every now and then you need a recipe that is quick, easy and most importantly impressive. […]
Pasta with Vodka Sauce; minus the vodka
A few weeks ago I set out to make a recipe that I love...Pasta with Vodka Sauce. BUT, I didn't want to include the vodka in the sauce. Yes, I know the alcohol cooks off and you're left with only the flavor of the vodka. But, purchasing vodka is out of the question, for me. […]
Pork Won Tons Appetizer
They weren't very hard to make at all! I was so happy with how these pork won tons came out and my husband loved them. They made for a fun light dinner one night and I've made them as appetizers for company. Check out even more Easy Appetizers you can prepare for your loved ones […]
How to Prevent a Pot from Boiling Over...
This week's tip is an easy one, but one I was always forgetting to do.... The next time you're boiling pasta or potatoes or anything in a pot that usually has a tendency to boil over and make a mess on your stove, just place a wooden spoon directly across the top of the pot. […]
Bacon Wrapped Stuffing Bites
I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving. Have you been enjoying the leftovers? Here's a great idea for when you have leftover stuffing/dressing. Turn the stuffing into delicious Bacon Wrapped Stuffing Bites! Ingredients: Leftover stuffing/dressing Bacon slices Directions: Spoon the leftover stuffing in a muffin tin and place in the freezer until frozen, about […]
Gingerbread Houses
The last two times we hosted Thanksgiving here at our house we did a fun activity with everyone. After the main meal was complete, my Colonel and I pulled out some pre-made gingerbread houses and everyone went about decorating them. They're easy to do...nothing fancy, just use graham crackers, store-bought icing and tons of CANDY. […]
Easy Way to Cut Bar Cookies
I'm about to share a secret weapon for the easy way to cut bar cookies that might surprise you. It's probably already hiding in your kitchen drawer! Get ready for this week's Cooking Tip that will make you wonder why you ever struggled with crumbly edges again. When we're done, make sure you check out […]
M & M Cookies
I hope you all had a nice weekend. The weather was beautiful here; even if it was a little cold. Last week I shared the Blueberry Crunch Cake that I made for our church's outreach meal and today I'm sharing with the M&M Cookies recipe I made. They were delicious and don't worry, I only tasted […]
Favorite Pumpkin Recipes to Celebrate Fall
12 Delicious Favorite Pumpkin Recipes to celebrate the Fall Season! 12 Favorite Pumpkin Recipes If you're like me, you wait all year to enjoy the deliciousness of pumpkin. Why is that? Why can't we have pumpkin pie or pumpkin bread in the summer? Here are 12 favorite pumpkin recipes that I put together that I […]
Fall Printable...
I have a new found love...Printables. What a great and fun way to change the decor in your home. AND I've been having some fun creating my own... Click HERE if you would like to print out the above Fall Printable.
Cleaning Your Kitchen Sponge
This week's tip has to do with your kitchen sponge... We've all been there. You're working in the kitchen and all of a sudden you notice a "smell." You have no clue where it's coming from until after some investigation you realize it's your kitchen sponge. What to do? […]
How to Test if Your Baking Soda is Fresh
We all have a box sitting in our pantry that we reach for when we're getting ready to bake. But how long ago did you purchase that box? Do you even know if the baking soda is still fresh? Baking soda does lose it's effectiveness over time. Here's a simple test to do before […]
Apple Crisp - Easy, Delicious and Perfect for Fall!
Craving a delicious dessert but short on time? This easy apple crisp recipe is the answer! With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can have a warm, comforting treat that's perfect for any occasion. Make sure you serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an […]
Puff Pastry Apple Tart
If baking with pie dough intimidates you, you're going to love how easy this Puff Pastry Apple Tart is that doesn't use traditional pie crust dough. Instead I layer thin apple slices combined with a cinnamon/sugar mixture on top of a single sheet of puff pastry. This puff pastry recipe will defintely impress your family […]
Freezing Peppers
With my Colonel gone this year, I only planted a small garden and I didn't plant any peppers. BUT my neighbor did and he brought over some peppers recently. I didn't have any use for them right away, so I decided to freeze them for the future... Here's how I freeze garden-fresh peppers to […]
Fall Decorating Ideas Perfect for your Home!
Fall Decorating Ideas perfect for your home! I thought we'd spend a little time today talking about Fall Decorating Ideas. Do you ever feel that your Fall decor ideas are the same year after year? Last week I went down to the storage room and pulled out my "orange" totes. I started going […]
Un-Fried Eggplant
I love eggplant. FRIED eggplant. But, the calories and all the grease I really can do without. For years now I have been making eggplant in the oven, not fried but baked, and it comes out AMAZING! Un-Fried Eggplant... This is an EASY recipe and you won't miss standing over a frying pan filled with […]
Labor Day Recipes
Do you have any plans for the Labor Day Weekend? My son has a football game Saturday and then on Sunday we are heading to New York to visit with my brother and family. If you're planning your menu, here are a few recipe ideas for your Labor Day BBQ's and parties... […]
Ham and Cheese Crescent Roll Ups
One of the very first crescent roll recipes shared here on the blog are these ham and cheese crescent roll ups. These sandwiches are an easy lunch, dinner or even appetizer to serve to family and friends. Made with flaky crescent rolls, ham, your favorite cheese and spicy mustard, you are going to love how […]
Roasted Plum Tomatoes
Last week I shared two ways I love to enjoy fresh tomatoes with Tomato Salad and Focaccia. Let me show you how easy it is to enjoy roasted plum tomatoes fresh from the garden this summer. Roasted Plum Tomatoes Ingredients 12 plum tomatoes, cut in half or quartered ¼ cup olive oil 1 tbsp. […]
Homemade Focaccia
Let me show you how easy it is to take garden fresh tomatoes and turn them into an easy homemade focaccia recipe that your family is going to love. You can use either store bought pizza dough or homemade pizza dough. I use my easy recipe for homemade pizza dough. It's very inexpensive to make […]
Quesadillas
What do YOU do with leftover chicken? Does it sit in a plastic container in your refrigerator for a few days and then you toss it? After you see how easy it is to make this recipe, you'll be making EXTRA chicken every time you grill so you can use it for these delicious quesadillas. […]
Zucchini Corn Casserole
Made with fresh zucchini straight from the garden, sweet canned corn, and a blend of melted cheeses, this Zucchini Corn Casserole is the perfect side dish to serve for your next family barbecue! This mouthwatering dish is the perfect way to satisfy your cravings. With its creamy texture and savory flavors, it's sure to become […]
Williams Sonoma Cheese Grater
Today we are starting something new on the BLOG. I love when I find a great kitchen tool that makes life easier for me and today will begin sharing these favorite tools with you... The very first tool I am sharing with you is this AMAZING grater that I purchased at Williams Sonoma a few […]
Cool Whip Frozen Graham Cracker Sandwiches
Cool Whip Frozen Graham Cracker Sandwiches - made with chocolate graham crackers and frozen whipped topping. They're easy desserts for when you're trying to watch what you eat but you still want something sweet! Let me show you how easy these are to make. Updated May 2022: If you are having trouble finding chocolate graham […]
Good Morning from Afghanistan
I hope everyone had a WONDERFUL holiday weekend. Ours was quiet but very nice. My Colonel sent me some photos the other day and I'm sharing them with you today. Out an about in Afghanistan... My Colonel with his interpreter listening to someone give a speech... Standing […]
Bakers Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake
Are you ready for a truly indulgent treat? If so, you’re in for a real treat with this decadent Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake. The base is made from crushed Oreos and butter to create that classic crunchy texture we all know and love. Once your family takes their first bite of this creamy dreamy dessert, it […]
Homemade Queso Dip
A delicious and easy recipe for Homemade Queso Dip. Your family will love this easy appetizer recipe and you'll love knowing there's no fake cheese! That's right, this recipe is made with real cheese and the taste is amazing. And if you really like this recipe, you're going to love my recipe for homemade salsa. Both […]
Saving Buttermilk
Yesterday I shared a recipe for Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits. The only problem is, the recipe calls for only ¾ cup of buttermilk and buttermilk is not cheap. Here's what I did...
Chocolate Smoothie
I found this smoothie recipe floating around on Facebook one day and thought it sounded interesting and healthy. I made it yesterday for breakfast and it was DELICIOUS. There is one surprising ingredient I really was NOT sure of adding, but it worked out perfectly and added more protein, which is always good for me. […]
Tomato Paste
Have you ever had to use Tomato Paste in a recipe? AND the recipe only calls for a tablespoon or two? Here's what to do with the rest of the can... Measure 1 TBS of Tomato Paste and spoon into an ice cube tray and FREEZE. Once frozen, remove and […]
Skinny Taste Chicken Stuffed with Spinach and Ricotta Cheese
Looking for a delicious, lightened-up chicken recipe that doesn’t skimp on flavor? This Skinnytaste-Style Baked Chicken is the perfect combination of crispy, cheesy, and juicy—all while keeping things simple and wholesome. With a golden, crunchy coating and gooey melted cheese on top, this dish is a family favorite that feels indulgent but fits right into […]
Dannon Greek Yogurt Smoothie
I found this great Greek yogurt by Dannon that is really good. It is has an insane amount of protein, while keeping the sugar, carbs and calories pretty low. The other morning for breakfast I pulled out my blender and created an EASY Dannon Greek Yogurt Smoothie. Which just happens to be […]
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