Happy Friday Foodies!
Do you ever have times when you just can’t stop smiling? That has been this past week for me. We had so much fun celebrating our oldest’s graduation from college; we are so proud of him—more about that below!
Today I’ve got a graduation recap, two fabulous new recipes and a refresh that you will love! And several of our favorite easy weeknight meals.
Plus, all of the usual stuff: trending recipes, what readers are saying, Fun Fact, sales and deals, and a little encouragement for the soul!
Use the Table of Contents below to skip to what interests you most.
Trending Favorites
I love discovering what people are making and baking! Here are our top 3 saved recipes from last week!
#1 Best Key Lime Pie
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“This recipe is amazing. Super creamy filling that’s a perfect balance of sweet and tart. The crust recipe is enough to fill my deep dish pie pan so I don’t have to alter it by doing 1 ½ times the recipe or anything which is great, I have to do that with a lot of recipes.” ~ Tiffany
#2 Best Shish Kabob Marinade
This recipe went nuts over Mother’s Day weekend for good reason: it’s really the best marinade for steak and chicken kabobs! Get the whole family involved and have your own shish kabob night! You won’t be disappointed!
# 3 Crumbl Chilled Sugar Cookies
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“FABULOUS!! This will be my new go-to sugar cookie recipe. The cookies are so unbelievably soft that you could even eat them without the frosting (that’s coming from someone who loves frosting!). I love that you can dye the frosting any color to suit the occasion and that these are so quick and easy to make. These cookies were perfection just like her copycat Crumbl chocolate chip cookie recipe! I can’t wait to try out even more recipes and I’m so glad I found this blog on Pinterest!! 🙂” ~Marissa
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#1 Korean Meatballs
Need a quick and delicious mid-week dinner? These Korean meatballs are easy and delicious. You could even make the meatball mixture and freeze the meatballs until ready to bake! Pair them with some steamed rice and broccoli, and shazaam, you have dinner on the table! P.S. They also make a great appetizer!
#2 Easy Chai Concentrate Recipe
Ditch the store-bought chai concentrate or save money and skip the Starbucks line and make your own Chai Concentrate — just a few minutes prep, and you will have this delicious, traditional chai to make your own drinks! Drink recipes included!
# 3 Got Rhubarb? Make Rhubarb Bread!
If you haven’t tried rhubarb yet, this is the year to give it a try! Rhubarb season is from late April through June if you are lucky! Try this moist and delicious Buttermilk Rhubarb Quick Bread with Streusel Topping
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In Real Life…Graduation Recap
As promised, I have many pictures from our time in Montana for our son’s graduation! It was a go-go-go weekend for us staying up way past our bedtime each night! Okay, that means past 8:30, but still – it was a stretch!
The weekend started with an Honors Ceremony — Kieran received an honors medallion for completing required honors college coursework along with his Engineering degree, he and two of his good friends!
Friday was a VERY FULL day! They split the graduation into two ceremonies depending on the schools; of course, his buddies and his girlfriend were in the morning, so we attended that ceremony as well as his in the afternoon.
He graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BS in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Aerospace. He’s accepted a job in Washington state and will start at the end of the summer.
We are so very proud of him, not because of his accomplishments, but because of the amazing man he has become. He is full of integrity, creativity, problem-solving, ethics, courage, kind-heartedness, curiosity, a great sense of humor, involvement, and a hard worker, and we discovered he could sing and entertain a crowd (there may have been karaoke at the grad party 😉 ). Kieran, we are so proud of you, and thank the Lord for allowing us to be your parents! What an honor and privilege.
Enjoy the pictures below!
Weeknight Winners
Because we can all use some ideas for easy weeknight meals! Catch a few of our favorites that I make on repeat!
Easy Air Fryer Halibut Recipe
Try this Air Fryer Halibut Recipe with Lemon Butter for a crisp and flaky fish with tangy golden lemon butter sauce. This recipe is an Air Fryer Halibut Recipe with No Breading made in just 30 minutes.
Harvest Grain and Nut Pancake Recipe
Raise your hand if you love breakfast for dinner, we call it “Binner” in our house and we all get excited when binner is on the menu. These pancakes are hearty and easy! Can be made on a griddle, skillet or Blackstone grill!
Panera Thai Style Chicken Soup Recipe (Tom Kha Soup)
Panera Thai Chicken Soup is a tasty, gluten-free, dairy-free, nutritious soup with authentic flavors. A simple copycat recipe with tender chicken in a spicy-sweet coconut broth, ready in less than an hour.
Healthy Mongolian Beef Recipe
When you need a fast dinner, don’t do “take-out.” This Mongolian Beef made with shaved steak is sure to hit the spot and is healthier, too. It has the right combination of sweet and spicy, with fresh ginger and red pepper flakes. You’re going to love the Mongolian sauce!
Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
A new favorite! 30 minutes is all it takes to make this Chicken Philly Cheesesteak. Sink your teeth into a delicious chicken Philly made with sliced chicken, sautéed onions, bell peppers, and melty cheese for the perfect sandwich.
Fun Fact About Me
I like to be on time! —My husband, not so much! LOL! It’s been a source of several, shall we call them “conversations” in our marriage! 😉
I have learned not to be so strict about being on time, and I believe he’s been more intentional about being on time—meeting in the middle!
What Readers Are Saying about…
Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Rolls (Cinnabon Copycat)
I’m not the best bread maker but these came out legit!
Donna ~ Pinterest
What Caught My Eye | Sales and Deals
We’re back with my favorite finds of the week – check them out plus previous weeks HERE!
Brighten Up Your Space
- I use these EVERY DAY whether for baking or roasting!
- How cute are these pottery sugar and creamer and this pretty pottery mug!
- Aren’t these hand-woven vases so pretty – ON SALE!
- I love this glass hummingbird feeder (on SALE). Check out this post on how to attract hummingbirds and make safe nectar!
Summer Finds for Her
- You may have noticed my outfit from graduation; I decided I’m better with a boho skirt << with pockets (29% off), and feminine blouse (note that it’s a bit more winter white than bright white)!
- I also bought this darling V-Neck Crochet blouse (in a large) at 42% off! and this White Denim Jacket. I bought a large, but I could wear a Medium.
- I wear this striped t-shirt all the time, getting it in different colors (ON SALE).
- I love these wide-leg jumpsuits! I’d wear a T-shirt under this one!
- Look at this CUTE loose waffle knit lounge set, great for chilly summer nights and fall days!
- These Mac Eyeshadows are 25% off!
- This little prayer box would be a great grad gift!
I put a whole lot more in my weekly finds — be sure to check it out!
Fresh Inspiration: Be Still
I sent this short devotional to my husband this morning — It really encouraged me today and I hope it encourages you too! Be sure to read it all and watch the short video that goes along with it.
“This verse Psalm 46:10 is not just about being still.
The Message translation says it best, I think:
“Step out of the traffic! Take a long, loving look at me, your High God, above politics, above everything.” (Psalms 46:10)
It’s about detaching yourself long enough from the madness of every day. Of all stress, worrying, anxiety, work, etc. And take a long, loving look at our loving, kind, holy, and awesome God. Be still long enough to hear His voice and have a conversation.
Be still, He’s got you…now let Him be God. READ MORE
Be still and know that I am God
Psalm 46:10
I am so happy you joined me today, be sure to come back and rate and comment on a post if you try it! Have a beautiful weekend!
Coming soon…Iced Chai Latte, Hot Chai Latte, Mini Cinnamon Rolls
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Debbie
Psalm 46 is my favorite, in fact I have it framed and on the wall in our bedroom, but Psalm 46:1 is my life verse after being attacked as a teen-ager.
Oh my goodness Debbie, I am so very sorry about that experience in your life — but am so grateful for your faith and holding on to that verse! Thank you for trusting me to share!
I am so very sorry about that experience in your life — but am so grateful for your faith and holding on to that verse! Thank you for trusting me to share!