Looking to get some extra presents under your tree? Treat Santa with something besides those boring milk and cookies. My Chocolate and Caramel Pretzels will do the trick. Place them out with a glass of sparkling champaign and he might leave even more gifts. Santa will love with these sweet and salty treats so much [...]
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Santa’s Trail Mix
HO HO HO, Santa is on his way. Crossing the globe in one night to deliver presents to all the girls and boys of the world is exhausting. My “Santa” needs a snack to help keep him on task. This is a perfect sweet and salty mix to set out for Santa. You can serve [...]
Fried Green Beans with Strawberry Dipping Sauce
These crispy bites have been popping up in restaurants over the past couple of years. We had always shrugged them off, but since they are our sister-in-law’s favorite, we decided to give them a try. After just one bite, we fell in love with these deep fried green beans; talk about delicious! And the dipping sauce [...]
Gingerbread Whoopie Pies
The holidays are near and we’ve been in the kitchen baking up tons of comforting cheer. Whoopie pies are still one of the “it” bakery items. Specialty shops are popping up everywhere and we can see why; they’re so easy to make. Skip the line at the bakery and make these pies yourself. You’ll be [...]
Easy Peanut Butter Balls
These loveable bites are simply amazing and oh-so-easy to make. With just a few steps, 5 ingredients and no bake time, you’ll be enjoying a sweet delight in no time. These little loves are perfect for autumn picnics, football parties or wine tasting with the ladies. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups chunky peanut butter 1 cup [...]
Cheese and Herb Crackers
It’s easy to make a simple soup that will impress your guest. Just a few steps and you’re done. Here’s how you can take your soup one step further with a super easy recipe for making homemade crackers. Now, I can’t take credit for this recipe but I will stay they are incredible. No more [...]
Greek Strawberry and Honey Frozen Yogurt
Cool down with this sweet treat all summer long! This simple, few-ingredient treat will have you kicking your Cold Stone addiction to the curb. Trust me, you’ll never know it’s frozen yogurt.
Monster Cookies
Easter has come and gone and I bet you’re left with a lingering Easter candy. Jason and I don’t have kids but we do make each other Easter baskets each year. We have a lot of fun with it and like to get creative. One year Jason bought a purse that I had my eye [...]
Krispy Kale Chips
The hottest thing in the organic and dieting worlds right now are these crispy greens. I was skeptical at first because I really don’t love kale. Jason, on the other hand, enjoys kale, so I thought I would give them a try. Turns out, it’s delicious and they totally satisfy your chip craving with out the [...]
Tastefully Simple Key Lime Tartlets
Holiday potlucks will be popping up before you know it and these amazing treats are the perfect recipe to have in your back pocket. Not only are these bites quick and easy, but they fall into my category of making simple elegant. Other potluck attendees will ohhh and ahhh over these tartlets.
Brown Butter Muffins
One trick to cooking is knowing how to get the most flavor out of your ingredients. For example, it’s common to toast rice, nuts, or seeds in a dry pan before using them in a recipe. Toasting brings out the essential oils and enhances the favor. Butter is another ingredient that has a secondary flavor [...]
Apple Cinnamon Muffins
When I semi-bake, I take a boxed mix and add in my own little tweaks. In this recipe, I am using fresh apples and pumpkin pie spice. What, you’ve never heard of pumpkin pie spice? It’s easy to find in the spice section of your local food market. I love this spice because it saves [...]
Pineapple Guacamole
Why not fix a healthier alternative to the dip? This salsa tastes good and is healthier than those pre-made dips.
Cherry Butter Banana Bread
It doesn’t matter where I go, banana bread is always a huge hit. Sweet and moist, it’s perfect for breakfast, a snack or dessert. This treat will not only curb your sweet tooth cravings, but cherries are full of antioxidants, which are perfect for helping you stay in shape throughout the summer months. Ingredients: 2 [...]
Black Pepper and Parmesan Scones
When most people think of scones, they think of fruit or sweet varieties, such as blueberry or chocolate. Here’s an interesting savory scone recipe for you: Ingredients: 1 box of biscuit mix (I used Jiffy Buttermilk – less than $1 at most stores!) 1 teaspoon coarse black pepper 1/2 cup of milk (I used 2%, but [...]