It's no secret, I am a HUGE chocolate lover, especially the dark stuff. I always have been and unashamedly I always will be. And these Dark Chocolate Energy Clusters are packed with superfoods like unsweetened coconut, crunchy salted roasted pumpkin, sunflower, and chia seeds, and the star of the show, rich and creamy dark chocolate.And dark … [Read more...]
Butterscotch Rice Krispies Treats
If you're looking for a great back-to-school treat that's chocolaty, peanut buttery and super delicious then you're going to love our Butterscotch Rice Krispies Treats. They're perfect for dessert, snack-time, and lunchboxes for kids of all ages.They're also easy to make, rich and sticky with a chocolate peanut butter topping that's out of this … [Read more...]
22 Recipes That Prove Zucchini is the Summer Star of Veggies
Our recent and tasty recipe for sugar-crusted zucchini bread inspired me to create and share this wonderful collection of 22 Recipes That Prove Zucchini is the Summer Star of Veggies. In this roundup, you'll find both sweet and savory recipes that will definitely make your taste buds dance for joy.There's an assortment of zucchini recipes from … [Read more...]
Sugar-Crusted Walnut Zucchini Banana Bread
Zucchini is in season and readily available through September. Hooray for zucchini muffins and zucchini bread, like our Sugar-Crusted Walnut Zucchini Banana Bread, which is nice and moist and sweetened with brown sugar and ripe bananas with lots of walnuts and a generous sprinkling of sugar for a crunchy top.Now this recipe doesn't make a skimpy … [Read more...]
July Happenings
How's July going for you? Well, it's been beyond crazy for us. To start, Kenny and Chelsea's family came to visit us for 8 days. Then as soon as they left we packed up our house for 8 days straight. And then yesterday we got back from an 8 day trip to Washington for our grandson, Aiden's adoption, dedication and to look for a new house. So, it's … [Read more...]
Old-Fashioned Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp
There's something special about strawberry and rhubarb together because when sweet meets tart it's a match made in heaven. And our Old-Fashioned Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp is buttery, fruity and crispy on top, and simply the prettiest little strawberry rhubarb dessert around!Serve it with a scoop of ice cream or fresh sweet whipped cream for the … [Read more...]
Classic Creamy Coleslaw
Summer's in full swing and this family-favorite Classic Creamy Coleslaw is sweet and tangy and a must-make for picnics, potlucks, and backyard BBQs. Our sister-in-law, Mary makes the best coleslaw and has been making it for many years. If you love a good coleslaw then we think you're going to enjoy it as much as our family does. Chelsea, Kenny, and … [Read more...]
Cheesy Mexican Chicken Dinner
If Taco Tuesday is getting a little boring at your house, then try this tasty, slightly spicy Cheesy Mexican Chicken Dinner tonight.This dish has healthy ingredients and goes great with our fresh homemade salsa and a dollop of light sour cream. You can even stuff this cheesy goodness in crunchy taco shells or flour tortillas for some extra … [Read more...]
Ultimate 4th of July Bash Menu Ideas
The 4th of July, also known as Independence Day, is just around the corner. And maybe you need a little inspiration for your party. Well, I'm here to help you celebrate this patriotic holiday in complete style with some festive and delicious Ultimate 4th of July Bash Menu Ideas.Here you'll find some of the tastiest party foods and eye-catching … [Read more...]
June Happenings and Some Exciting News!
Wow, I can't believe 2019 is half over! We made a big decision this past month and have some very exciting news to share with you. We put our house on the market. Yes, we did and it sold in just 6 days and at a great price!! You can see our home renovations in the big reveal, plus we recently added granite counters in the kitchen and the half … [Read more...]
Swirly Red, White, and Blue Cookie Bars
Celebrate the 4th of July with our patriotic Swirly Red, White, and Blue Cookie Bars. They start with a soft and chewy, buttery cookie dough that's topped off with a stunning red, white, and blue design!Oh, they're so good and you can make them ahead of time. Just pop them in the freezer in an airtight container, and thaw them out a few hours … [Read more...]
Lighter Macaroni Salad
This Lighter Macaroni Salad is dreamy, creamy, has lots of healthy vegetables, a touch of sweetness and is insanely good! We're always watching our calories and we love to swap out rich ingredients for lighter ones whenever possible.Well, I'm thrilled to say, this lighted up macaroni salad tastes just like the heavy version and it's so easy to … [Read more...]