Garlic Parmesan Monkey Bread starts out with frozen dinner rolls and my homemade garlic butter. It's a new twist on monkey bread that your family is going to love! Who doesn't love monkey bread? Monkey bread is easy and delicious. You can make monkey bread sweet or you can make it savory. And let's face it, […]
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Chicken Stuffed with Mozzarella Cheese,Tomato Pesto and Spinach
You can have dinner on the table fast tonight with this easy recipe for Chicken Stuffed with Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Pesto and Spinach. This recipe makes an impressive meal for your family and friends. Do you ever get tired of eating chicken? I have to admit, I do. But I found a recipe and made it for […]
How to Grate Your Own Cheese
This week's Thursday's Tip is How to Grate your own Cheese. We all know that pre-packaged cheese contains additives like potato starch or even cellulose to keep the pieces from clumping, and other additives to keep the whole thing from getting moldy. But why put all that in your delicious recipes when […]
Shredded Chicken made in the Crock Pot
The foolproof way to cook chicken for shredded chicken recipes is to use the crock pot! With just a few simple steps, you can transform chicken into succulent, easily-shredded chicken ready to star in tacos, sandwiches, soups, and so much more. Check out all the other Family Favorite Chicken Recipes you can use with this […]
Three Bean Minestrone Soup Recipe
Three Bean Minestrone Soup has a delicious combination of Italian herbs to create a flavorful broth. The three different beans provide lots of protein that will leave you feeling satisfied. This recipe is soon to become one of your favorite Best Fall Soup Recipes. Three Bean Minestrone Soup is the perfect recipe from the cookbook Prep […]
Menu Plan Monday - Game Day Snacks and Recipes
Which team are you cheering for this weekend? More importantly, what snacks do you plan on making for the BIG GAME? We're taking a break from our regular Menu Plan Monday this week and sharing the perfect snacks and recipes that you can make for your family and friends this coming Sunday. We will be […]
Simmering Potpourri - A Homemade Gift Idea
Transform your home into a winter wonderland with just a few simple ingredients! This easy-to-make simmering potpourri combines dried oranges, cranberries, spices, and pine twigs for a fragrant blend that will instantly evoke the spirit of the season. It will add a touch of warmth and beautiful aroma of the holiday season to your home! […]
Recipe: Balsamic Vinegar Glaze
A few years ago my husband and I were out to dinner in Florida and we had the most delicious salad of fresh greens and fruit with a balsamic vinegar glaze. It was amazing. I couldn't get enough of the delicious balsamic vinegar glaze. A few weeks ago, I ordered a grilled chicken salad and there […]
A Graduation Party
We finally were able to celebrate my son's high school graduation with a graduation party this weekend. We've had a very busy summer and my husband was away training the cadets for the past 6 weeks. The only time we had to have Michael's graduation was this past weekend...three days before he leaves for college. […]
Kolache Cookies
Do you remember the post I shared with you a few weeks ago about the cookies and punch reception we had for our daughter's wedding? It was right after the church ceremony and it was for everyone who came to the church but for some reason or another weren't able to join us for the […]
Storing Strawberries Kitchen Tip
Today I'm sharing with you a great cooking tip for storing strawberries. You come home from the grocery store or farmer's market with strawberries. They look amazing. You've eaten a few, but want to save the rest for a special recipe in a few days. What's the BEST way to store strawberries? Let's find out! […]
Bacon Wrapped Cheese Jalapenos
Bacon Wrapped Cheese Jalapenos are the perfect appetizer for your next party! You're going to love the cream cheese filling, not to mention the bacon wrapped around each jalapeno. Check out even more Easy Appetizers you can prepare for your loved ones and friends! Bacon-Wrapped Cheese Jalapeños are guaranteed to be a hit at your […]
What to Serve for a Bridal Shower Luncheon
Bridal Shower Luncheon Menu consisting of cucumber sandwiches, mason jar pudding desserts and cookies all made by myself and my family for my daughter Olivia's bridal shower. Make sure you check out my special gift to Olivia which was a family recipe album with all her favorite recipes. Bridal Shower Luncheon What do you serve for […]
Wedding Dress Bridal Shower Cupcakes
Bridal Shower Cupcakes in the shape of a Wedding Dress are the perfect alternative to a cake for bridal showers and even birthday parties for little girls. Easy to make and oh so delicious too! Make sure you check out my special gift to Olivia which was a family recipe album with all her favorite […]
Valentine's Day Sweetheart Dessert
If you're looking for an easy Valentine's Day Recipe to make, look no further than this easy-to-make Sweetheart Dessert. This recipe is a simple no-bake dessert that uses packaged pound cake and strawberries layered on a bamboo skewer with a drizzle of melted chocolate. This recipe uses prepackaged pound cake, but you can make […]
Hamburgers with Homemade Mushroom Gravy
Craving a burger with a little something extra? These Hamburgers with Mushroom Gravy are the answer! It's an easy recipe that delivers big on flavor. Plus, it's a great way to get those who "don't like mushrooms" to actually enjoy them! The juicy burgers are cooked in a cast-iron skillet and then smothered in a […]
Thanksgiving Recap 2014
I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving. I meant to get this post up yesterday, but I was quite busy catching up with my other blogging work. Here are a few photos of our Thanksgiving with my family. We were so happy to host and I was so happy that my Colonel was home […]
Homemade Pumpkin Puree
This week's Kitchen Tip is all about pumpkins and how to make your own pumpkin puree. Usually when we're ready to start baking any pumpkin recipe, we reach for a can of pumpkin puree in our pantries. But have you thought to make it yourself? It's easy...all you need is a sugar pumpkin which you […]
Leftovers Done Right: Chili Baked Potatoes
Forget complicated recipes and hours in the kitchen with these Chili Cheese Baked Potatoes, you can have a satisfying meal on the table in minutes using leftovers. It's the perfect way to transform yesterday's dinner into a comforting and flavorful new dish. Check out the full collection of Family Dinner Ideas for even more delicious […]
Visit Bethlehem, PA with Me
Today I want to take you on a little trip with me to Bethlehem, PA. Bethlehem lies in the center of the Lehigh Valley; a 45 minute drive from our house. In June, my husband and I celebrated our 27th wedding anniversary and we spent the day walking around this cute town and had lunch […]
Tuscan Roma Pizza
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Memorial Day 2013
Memorial Day...the start of summer and the BBQ season. But first let's remember why we can celebrate and have fun with our family and friends. Something our family does before we sit down to eat or head out for fun is read The Gettysburg Address. This year we're not doing anything special. My Colonel was […]
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. […]
