Easy Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya – a quick, easy, healthier, not-so-spicy version of jambalaya. It has so much flavor, you’re going to love it! No Instant Pot? No problem, I provide easy instructions for making on the stovetop! I wasn’t sure how this meal would go over for our family, some like it hot and…
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Greek Quinoa Bowls with Romesco Sauce
Healthy, bright and tasty Greek Quinoa Bowls with layers of fresh and crisp veggies, feta cheese, nutty and protein packed quinoa and a delicious Romesco sauce! What is Romesco Sauce? Glad you asked, it was new to me as well. Originating from Tarragona, Catalonia, this Spanish thick and hearty tomato-based sauce was used by fishermen in…
Instant Pot Whole Chicken
Easy Instant Pot Whole Chicken is incredibly tender, juicy and loaded with flavor! The best part of this “roasted” chicken is it is made in one pot and is done in about an hour! I have come to really love my Instant Pot! I am working on more recipes to that your family will really…
Top 10 Recipes of 2019
I remember thinking when our oldest son was born in 2002 that he’d graduate in 2020! Yikes, we are here! A great way for me to reflect on the year has been doing a little number and stats crunching, I am so grateful for each of YOU, because without you, this blog is not possible. These Top…
Easy Cranberry Spritzer (by the glass or pitcher)
Naturally cranberry red, this Easy Cranberry Spritzer is the ideal holiday drink, for young and old alike! Cranberry simple syrup, a squeeze of lemon, topped with a bubbly lemon-lime soda is delicious and refreshing, add a splash of vodka to make it into a cocktail! Christmas Cranberry Spritzer with Fresh Snow Even more fun —…
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Honey Balsamic Glaze
This recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Honey Balsamic Glaze has a secret to the perfect crispy, roasted leaves. They taste even better, when drizzled with a warm honey balsamic glaze, spiced with red pepper flakes. Better than restaurant style brussels sprouts. I love brussels sprouts, do you love brussels? Did you know it’s brussels…
Gift Guide for College Guys
Next year, I will need this guide! My oldest will be in college, so I thought I would poll my friends with college boys about what to add to a gift guide for college guys! Something tells me some of these items high schoolers would enjoy as well! Maybe even your teens! In fact, check…
Glazed Tarragon Carrots (Instant Pot or Stove Top)
Do you have stories about “why” you love a particular dish? These Glazed Tarragon Carrots have a story! This recipe is so simple, with the fresh, earthy flavor of tarragon, a little butter and sea salt, you will have an incredibly easy, quick and oh-so-tasty side dish. Really I needed to share them, I realized…
Cola and Bourbon Glazed Ham
Cola and Bourbon Glazed Ham is an oven baked ham with just a few easy ingredients for an incredibly flavorful and simple ham glaze! A scrumptious recipe for your special holiday meals! Confession time, I am guilty tossing my ham in a roasting pan and warming it for said period of time, then whipping together…
Oatmeal Rolled Sugar Cookies
A unique and old fashioned Oatmeal Rolled Sugar Cookie; all of the deliciousness of a regular rolled sugar cookie with the addition of oats that lends a delightful chewiness. Frosted or unfrosted, these cookies are so delicious! Thumbs up from my family! Everywhere I look, I see cookies, cookies, cookies! I love it! Today is…
Salted Chocolate Graham Bites
Delicious, salted chocolate graham bites are a super easy, chewy, bar cookie, that when cut into bite size pieces makes oodles for a holiday party, cookie exchange, or just to tuck into lunch boxes for a special holiday surprise. I made these cookies Thanksgiving week, while we were staying in Crested Butte with family. I…
Chocolate Bread Pudding + Video
Okay, first put out of your head that this is a plain ol’ bread pudding, because this Chocolate Bread Pudding is ANYTHING but ordinary! Simple, whole food ingredients, turn bread, chocolate, cream and eggs into a rich, gooey, decadent chocolate delight! Make it for a special breakfast or dessert! A dear friend of mine brought…
