Is it Spring Yet? My hands say no as they’re still shaking from another white knuckled drive on the icy roads. My toes say no as they shiver, un-pedicured in my fuzzy socks. My brain says no as it is foggy from being cooped up inside so much. But, when I sank my teeth into these light, fluffy muffins; warm…
Potato Leek Soup
Snow Day = Soup Day!! After some late and early dismissal days from school we finally had our first official snow day! The kids were excited to play in the snow and I was looking forward to making a steaming hot pot of soup! Soup is one of my favorite foods to make and eat, and…
Double Chocolate Pavlova Recipe
Are you ready for some RED-HOT LOVE in the kitchen? I thought so! Well, as you’ll see this recipe brings all that and more! One of the things I LOVE most to do in the kitchen is to conquer. No, I’m not talking Game of Thrones type conquering; I’m talking about dominating your fears in…
Spinach, Mushroom & Pepper Stuffed Shells
These “holiday” stuffed shells are filled with lots of spinach, mushrooms and roasted red peppers…as well as three yummy cheeses! Great to feed your crowd!
Peppermint Bark Pretzels
Salty pretzel rods coated in all the sweet flavors or your favorite peppermint bark candy! Great addition to your holiday cookie tray! Makes a great gift too!
Pumpkin Mousse Trifle with Salted Caramel Whipped Cream
If you were to cross a pumpkin pie with a light fluffy cloud… this is what you’d get! It’s a super easy no-bake dessert that looks great layered in a large glass bowl or spooned into little mason jars. I love the creamy, fluffy texture that is layered with crunchy gingersnap cookies. And…well…salted caramel whipped cream just happens…
Autumn Chopped Salad with Pumpkin Vinaigrette
When everything on your Thanksgiving table is beige and roasted… It’s nice to have a fresh and colorful salad. This one combines pear, cucumber and sweet red pepper tossed with dried cranberries, feta and pumpkin vinaigrette. Toasted pepitas (hulled pumpkin seeds) are sprinkled on the top. If you can find it, a drizzle of toasted pumpkin seed…
Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy
This recipe is life-saver! Ok, it won’t save your life – literally, but it will save you from doing that last minute gravy thing while all your guests are breathing down your neck wondering if dinner is ready yet. Can we eat now? Should we sit down? Is it ready yet? Can we eat now? How…
Herb and Garlic Roasted Olives
The perfect addition to a cheese board, antipasto or crudité platter. So simple to make and you won’t believe they started as a simple can of black olives.
Game Day Apple BBQ Pulled Pork
Time to strategize for your BIG GAME party! Check out the stats on this meal: A $16.00, 9-pound cut of pork shoulder makes enough pulled pork for 25+ sandwiches! 8 hours of hands-free cooking in your slow-cooker makes this pulled pork super easy, tender and juicy! Apple + BBQ sauce are the co-captains of this…