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You all know I like to be active. Well... now I like to be active. Two years ago I would have been shoving another cookie in my mouth looking for an excuse to play video games until 4 in the morning. I guess buying a mountain bike changed that. In two years I have become...
Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake with Peanut Butter. Did you have any idea that your crock pot could do that? Yeah, you've got to try this one. Want a classy at home date night for your loved one so you don't have to deal with the stress of going out and forgetting reservations on Valentine's day?...
Our final Soup Kitchen Monday is here! I'm kind of sad about this one, as my inner obsession with soup really made itself known during the last 13 weeks. We're going out with a bang though! The wonderful people over at BigKitchen worked some Christmas magic, and were able to send me a beautiful Le Creuset French...
Happy Thanksgiving!!! Today, I will be snuggled up with two giant pups watching the Thanksgiving day parade and gleefully anticipating the big mans arrival while trying to whip something up for our last minute turkey day plans. The afternoon will be filled with friends and family. I hope those of you who don't have to...
Still struggling with your Thanksgiving menu? Are you a slacker like myself who hasn't even begun to clean the house or grocery shop yet? Waiting til the last minute to have a major panic attack? Well, sit some wine (or a shot of tequila, I don't judge) and take a look at these delicious options from around the web....
The other day I overheard Anne Burrell on Secrets of a Restaurant Chef say that she loves black pepper and pretty much adds it to everything. Besides the many other reasons I'm convinced she and I would be BFF's in the kitchen, that one adds a major bonus point. I'm a freak for black pepper. I don't think any recipe (baking aside) gets...
Boy, are you in for a treat today! I just happen to know that at least three other bloggers with delicate desserts posted today that are also offering the same cookbook I am as a giveaway in their posts today. And everyone's creations look amazing. So before you fire up the grill for your Memorial...
Just in case a savory breakfast is not what you had in mind for Mother's Day, I figured we should sneak this French toast post in as well. And two recipes from the same book in two days? You should all know what that means. A giveaway! Remember when I said I was done with...
Two recipes in two weeks from the same book? Crazy, I know. First, let me start by saying that I am choosing to review this book and was not asked to. They did however send me an unexpected copy the weekend I had my wisdom teeth pulled, like a gift from the Tooth Fairy, so...
Nothing sends your basic cocktail recipes for a spin quite like a Smoked Mezcal Margarita. The refreshing mezcal and triple sec combined with the smoky notes from the grilled pineapple is a fun twist on the traditional margarita that you won't be able to get enough of. If you couldn't tell, we're obsessed with a...
Made with fresh ingredients like jalapeno, mint, fresh cucumber, vodka, dry vermouth, and cucumber juice, this Cucumber Martini recipe is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day. Even the most anti-martini cocktail drinkers will be converted after experiencing this refreshing cocktail. Raise your hand if you love a cool, refreshing beverage on...
This White Wine Sangria is perfect for those who like pumpkin spice but don't want to overdo it. Made with crisp white wine, rye, spices, and fresh fruit, this recipe is a fun twist on the traditional sangria you can enjoy any time of the year! The perfect cocktail doesn't exi-...Let us stop you right...
A simple classic Cream Cheese Coffee Cake recipe made with cream cheese and topped with a cinnamon streusel topping loaded with pecans. Easy and perfect dessert for any time. Who doesn't love cake for breakfast, like this Chocolate Cinnamon Coffee Cake, Lemon Cheesecake Coffee Cake, or Browned Butter Coffee Cake? This Cream Cheese Coffee Cake...
With a hint of olive oil flavor and tangy citrus, this Olive Oil Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion! Light, fruity desserts are always a good idea, like this Lemon Cake Loaf to Caramel Apple Bread. This Olive Oil Cake recipe is the perfect combination of rich flavor from the orange and the...
Say goodbye to boring breakfast recipes and hello to these Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Rolls! These homemade cinnamon rolls are what dreams are made of, with warm chocolate chips, a creamy hazelnut spread, and crunchy pecans. Cinnamon rolls are easily one of the best breakfast options, with their soft dough and ooey gooey icing....
Sip on this Grilled Watermelon Margarita with Smoked Serrano Infused Tequila, a sweet smokey cocktail balancing adult flavors perfect for summer nights. Say hello to the Watermelon Margarita – a fun twist in the classic margarita perfect for sipping on a hot summer day. Margaritas just hit different in the summer, especially when they're made...
Magic Shell is one of the coolest ice cream toppings ever and now you can make it at home with just TWO ingredients! I teamed up with ALDI for their Try and Tell Program for this post, however, the two ingredient magic shell amazingness and opinions expressed in this post are my own. My...
Say goodbye to summer drinks and hello to fall cocktail recipes! This Apple Cider Sangria is loaded with spiced apple cider, vanilla whiskey, brandy, and fresh sliced fruit! We're suckers for a perfect fall cocktail like an Apple Cider Margarita or Pumpkin Silk Martini. Bring on all the fall flavors! This Apple Cider Sangria is...
Get ready to take your taste buds on a tropical vacation with this tantalizing Pineapple Margarita recipe—bringing the perfect blend of tangy sweetness and sassiness to your glass. Margaritas are one of the best cocktail recipes because you can customize them however you want! You can make super fruity margaritas like this Blueberry Margarita or...
Grab a spoon, this Sweet Cream Ice Cream with Roasted Strawberry Jam Swirl is perfect long after picking season has ended!
It's summer time guys and dolls and if you are anything like me, you can't miss out on a great ice cream recipe when the temps rise! So, I went and collected the best of the best around the internet to rally up the must make best homemade ice cream recipes you have to try! ...
Santa is coming and the office cookie swap is staring us down with its hungry sugar crazed eyes. With the lines and parking at the mall looking more and more like the zombie apocalypse is about to break out at any moment, here's to keeping it simple this year and giving a homemade gift instead....
The holidays are all about the little things. The small details that etch memories into your mind and define the moments. It's not the big things -the packages and bows. It's the moments when you and your sisters laugh for hours in a messy kitchen over silly things. The sweet moment between a grandparent and...
Got a pile of apples from the recent family trip to the orchard just waiting to be used up? It's a race to enjoy the crisp fall bounty before pumpkin spice wins out on everything. But me, I like pumpkin in November, at Thanksgiving and am not caving for at least another week or two....
I have gathered some of the most delicious and creatively best ice cream recipes from around the web and put them in one great big bucket list for ya. It's been a crazy hot sort of summer. One where you melt the moment you step outside. But you know what that means! It means that...
Start your morning off right with this delicate and delicious coffee cake. With a cream cheese filling and raspberry swirl, is's the perfect slice for those breakfasts that call for something sweet. Watch out guys, there's a new cook book in town and you need to add it to your collection right away. I...
Sweater season is coming to a close... or at least I am telling myself that. But there are some comforts I am never giving up. And this version of stuffed shells on the skinny let's me have my joy and eat it too. There's something about homemade food. It's just better. Some nights its easier...
Alright, pancake lovers, get ready to flip your world upside down with these delicious Gingerbread Pancakes. Because, let's face it, classic buttermilk pancakes just can't compete with the sass and spice of this holiday-inspired deliciousness. Are you tired of the same old pancake routine? Well, get ready to spice things up with our gingerbread pancakes...
and a The Biscoff Cookie & Spread Cookbook Giveaway! Need a soft delicious cookie to add to the line up that isn't loaded with the same old chocolate chips? These little doodads are the cookies you have been looking for. Double down with butterscotch flavor and knocked out of the park with a little hit...
This homemade Breakfast Pizza is the perfect breakfast for any occasion, whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or trying a new breakfast recipe. With simple ingredients like olive oil, garlic, ricotta, Prosciutto, mozzarella, and eggs, this easy Breakfast Pizza will win over even the pickiest of eaters. We love a good savory breakfast, like this...
With mounds of fresh fruit, red wine, and vanilla brandied cherries, this classic Red Sangria Recipe will transport you to the vibrant streets of Spain! Whether sitting poolside on a hot summer day or spreading some warmth this winter, this sangria recipe will become one of your favorite go-to cocktail recipes! There's something about adding...
It's Dairy Month! And dairy is the one food group that I am all about. Growing up, we didn't keep much fruit juice or soda in the house. Every meal was paired with a tall glass of cold milk. And even as an adult, I love cold milk with pizza and peanut butter and jellies. Smoothies...
These butter burgers are packed with roasted garlic and melted butter and topped with crispy bacon and smoked gouda cheese. It's ok to drool a little... Nothing makes my taste buds as excited as a simple burger right off the charcoal grill with fresh toppings and a soft bun. It's classic easy food that makes...
This Breakfast Sausage Ravioli is a guaranteed hit. For breakfast, for dinner, for brunch. Creamy, savory and worth the calories. Yeah, it is that good. It's an extra special jam packed post today. Why? Because it's cookbook club day! Because Breakfast for Dinner is the best thing ever. Because making pasta by hand makes...
This King Salmon with Peas and Mint recipe will have you firing your grill up rain or shine, snow or sleet. This is the fish you need to be cooking. Can you smell that? On your ride home with the car window cracked, it's there the far off smell of grills firing up. On your...
Who doesn't love Kabobs? Quick, easy, and hand held meat on a stick! Try these Pineapple Beef Kabobs and pretend you're in a tropical paradise! I don't know about you - but I am quitting this winter. I am quitting it so hard, that even as you read this, I am sipping a fruity cocktail...
Peanut Butter and chocolate have a long and varied history together. Try skipping the Reeses this time and try some Peanut Butter Donuts dipped in soft creamy chocolate. Yeah, that. Real life happens. And that means that sometimes the dogs are playing happily in the living room while you clean up and you can hear...
Everybody loves doughnuts. Especially when they are soft and just a little drippy. These Bourbon Bacon Doughnuts are exactly that. Soft, crunchy, and oh so good. Welcome. Did you trade in those glitter leggings for comfy sweat pants yet because it's round two of Doughnut Week and you might as well make your self comfortable....
Ever get a craving for classic brownies? The kind with nuts and creamy frosting like grandma used to make. This is that recipe. Perfect classic brownies with frosting. Today is double awesome! I have teamed up with 19 other bloggers, hosted by Karyn of Dieter's Downfall and Pint Sized Baker, and we are hosting a...
Grilled Corn Chowder, The perfect recipe for a dreary summer day. I had a rant about #sharkweek, a rant about the weather, and a rant about the bookshelf I purchased and finally assembled that I think just doesn't fit in... I am not sure I can return it. Oh noes. But then I finished a...