This bakery-style Banana Muffins recipe with chocolate chips has all the goodness of banana bread in a muffin form with crunchy sugar on top! Everyone loves making banana bread with overripe bananas but have you ever tried making banana muffins instead? Our family and friends love this recipe. Muffins have their own little wrappers so […]
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Banana Cupcakes
This Banana Cupcakes recipe is a great way to use up those ripe bananas! They are easy to make with a white boxed cake mix. We always seem to misjudge the number of bananas we will use and end up with some overripe bananas. We love using them to make pancakes, bars, bread, and now […]
How To Make Fried Rice
Here’s how to make fried rice with step-by-step instructions. This easy fried rice recipe can starting point of so many yummy variations. When dining out, I’ll choose fried rice over white rice every time! It’s one of my favorites. But it’s not always practical to order take out so today I’m sharing my recipe for […]
Coconut Rice
Coconut Rice has a rich texture from the coconut milk with a light coconut flavor. Serve with your favorite chicken, beef, or fish recipes. My son asked me to make coconut rice after having it at a restaurant while on vacation. Now that we’ve figured out how to make it this coconut rice recipe is […]
Mac and Cheese Spaghetti Squash
Mac and Cheese Spaghetti Squash is the healthier version of baked macaroni and cheese. It has all of the cheesy goodness with less carbs. One of my favorite ways to eat more vegetables is to use simple substitutes such as cauliflower rice and spaghetti squash. While the veggies may not be an exact replica of […]
Fried Tortillas
Fried tortillas can be turned into salted tortilla chips or sweet cinnamon sugar chips that are perfect for salsas, nachos, or ice cream! You know how the tortilla chips at Mexican restaurants are so delicious because they are freshly made? You can fry tortillas at home and make your own fresh, warm, crispy chips for […]
Cinnamon Sugar Recipe
This basic Cinnamon Sugar recipe makes a simple topping that can be used on everything from toast to doughnuts and pretzels to funnel cake. Cinnamon sugar is a pantry staple and although you can buy it in the store it is so easy to mix up yourself that there is no need to purchase it […]
Low Carb Banana Bread
This Low Carb Banana Bread with chocolate chips lets you enjoy a delicious treat without all of the sugar and carbs that come with traditional banana bread. Not only is this banana bread recipe low carb, but it is also low in sugar (only the natural sugar from the bananas) and is gluten-free! It’s so […]
Cheese Ball Recipe
This yummy Cheese Ball recipe with bacon and pecans is so easy to make. Put on a charcuterie board or serve with a variety of crackers as a party appetizer! My daughter recently pointed out the lack of cheese ball recipes on my website. In fact, I only have one and it is the sweet, […]
Bloomin’ Peach Melba
This Bloomin’ Peach Melba recipe tastes like a peach pie with the sweetness and bright colors of summer fruit. Make it for two or for a dinner party. Last week while I was shopping I spotted the recipe peaches and nectarines in the grocery store. I’m so excited for peach season! If you are a […]
Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips
Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips is a tasty appetizer everyone loves! This fruit salsa recipe is easy to make and perfect for many occasions. I’ve been making sweet salsa for years and have several kinds of fruit salsa recipes on my blog, from pineapple salsa to watermelon salsa. But it all started with this fresh […]
Low Carb Bagels Recipe
This Low Carb Bagels recipe is for chewy, golden brown bagels that are full of flavor that satisfy your cravings! The bagels are also keto and gluten-free. When eating a low carb diet for an extended period of time, you really start missing things like bread, pizza, and bagels. Luckily you can make your own […]
How To Cook Bacon In The Oven
Wondering how to cook bacon in the oven? We’ve got you covered with what temp to cook bacon at, how long to cook bacon in the oven and an easy cleanup tip! Bacon is on the very short list of my family’s absolute favorite things. We usually have store-bought, fully-baked bacon in the fridge and […]
Cowboy Caviar Recipe
Cowboy Caviar is a healthy appetizer that is perfect for parties! Serve as a salsa with tortilla chips or as a flavorful side salad with chicken and fish. I was visiting with the receptionist at our dentist’s office recently while my daughter was getting some work done on her teeth. We were talking about recipes. […]
Ranch Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Don’t throw out the pumpkin seeds. Save them to make Ranch Roasted Pumpkin Seeds. They are so good that they are hard to stop eating! Ranch seasoning is a much-loved classic flavor that shows up on everything from chips and pretzels to chicken and potatoes. So, ranch roasted pumpkin seeds is a must! The tangy, […]
Roasting Pumpkin Seeds
Roasting pumpkin seeds is one of our favorite fall activities! Save the seeds when carving pumpkins to make roasted pumpkin seeds for a delicious snack. Every year my kids want me to buy pumpkins for them to carve and not for the reasons you might think. They are way more interested in roasting pumpkin seeds […]
Grilled Corn On The Cob Peeled
Grilled corn on the cob is a summer staple! It cooks quickly when peeled and grilling it gives the corn a smoky flavor and grill marks. Grilled corn on the cob with charred kernels just screams summer! Just looks at a picture of it and your mouth starts watering remembering how delicious it is. Peeling corn […]
Oven Roasted Foil Wrapped Corn On The Cob
Oven roasted foil wrapped corn on the cob is easy to prepare with very little mealtime clean up! The moist, buttery corn will be a summer staple. One of the most popular ways to make corn on the cob is to wrap the peeled ears of corn in foil and then bake or grill them. […]
Breakfast Skillet
Start the day with a hearty Breakfast Skillet of cheesy scrambled eggs, roasted vegetables, and fried sausage. I’ve gotten into the habit of eating eggs for breakfast most mornings but get tired of eating them the same way. My new favorite way to eat scrambled eggs is to make a breakfast skillet. My breakfast skillets […]
How To Boil Corn On The Cob
Wondering how long to boil corn on the cob? We’ve got you covered with this classic boiled corn on the cob recipe. Serve hot with lots of butter and salt. After trying so many various ways of cooking corn on the cob, I came to the conclusion that my favorite way is boiled corn on the […]
Banana Pancakes Recipe
This healthy banana pancakes recipe is like having dessert for breakfast. Banana pancakes are easy enough to make on a weekday morning and delicious enough to serve for brunch. The recipe is gluten free, dairy free, sugar free and high in protein. A person can only eat so many eggs for breakfast before they start […]
Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash
This Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash recipe is mainly vegetables! It’s healthy, flavorful, filling, and gluten free. I finally got an Instant Pot and it’s been sitting in the box waiting to be opened. I’m not sure why but I was nervous to try it but decided to get over it and make something. […]
Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash
This Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash recipe is low carb comfort food that is easy to make. Your family won’t even miss the pasta! Some days, I’m too busy or too lazy to make lunch for myself and I end up eating a protein bar. Other days, lunch is my favorite meal because I am at […]
Rainbow Veggie Kabobs
These Rainbow Veggie Kabobs have a bright rainbow of colors on a stick and can be served at any occasion from last-minute get-togethers to planned parties. Sponsored by Marzetti® Veggie Dips. Whether or not you are the New Year’s resolution kind of person, most people make a commitment to eat healthier foods after all of the […]
Butternut Squash Soup
Butternut Squash Soup is a delicious way to eat more vegetables. This simple soup is full of flavor and is the perfect dinner on a cold night. Every fall, I look forward to Panera’s Autumn Squash Soup! Since it is only available seasonally, I decided to make a copycat version so that I can enjoy […]
Apple Snicker Salad With Pumpkin Spice
This Apple Snicker Salad With Pumpkin Spice recipe is cool and creamy with crispy apples and chewy Snickers. It is perfect for fall celebrations. We all know and love the classic Apple Snickers Salad recipe with apples, whipped cream, and Snickers. Some of us add pudding, some of us add caramel sauce but no […]
Tropical Fruit Pretzel Salad
This Tropical Fruit Pretzel Salad is cool and creamy with sugared pretzels and fresh fruit. Serve this summer salad at your next cookout! With the endless stream of summer cookouts, it’s time for another summer salad recipe. This Tropical Fruit Pretzel Salad is cool and creamy with crunchy brown sugar pretzels and tropical fruit. It’s […]
10 Audiobooks For Summer
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Audible. The opinions and text are all mine. Summer is the BEST time of the year to live an active lifestyle and develop good habits that can last throughout the entire year. With the beautiful weather, there are so many opportunities to be active […]
Apple Fruit Baskets
Apple Fruit Baskets have a hollowed-out apple as a basket, a licorice handle, and colorful fruit inside. This Easter basket is irresistible! With every holiday that comes around, there is an incredible amount of comfort food, candy, and desserts, which we all love. But parents are on the lookout for ways to keep things a little […]
Holiday Veggie Tray
This Holiday Veggie Tray is a healthy appetizer with fresh, crunchy veggies and cool creamy dip that’s sure to make people happy at your next holiday party or potluck! Sponsored by Marzetti Veggie Dips. You all know how much I love sweets and I’m guessing a lot of you are just like me and love […]
Raspberry Parmesan Chicken Salad
This Raspberry Parmesan Chicken Salad recipe features baby spring mix, chicken, Parmesan, olives, raspberries, and raspberry vinaigrette. This raspberry salad combines flavors and textures that work so well together. I like to top it with raspberry vinaigrette, but you could also use poppy seed dressing or lemon vinaigrette.
Slow Cooker White Chili With Chicken
This Slow Cooker White Chili with Chicken with chicken and white beans is super easy to make in a crockpot and is the perfect family dinner for busy weekdays. Things have once again gotten really busy! When things get busy, family life still goes on. Everyone needs clean clothes, dishes need to be washed and everyone […]