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Grab a bar, sit down. Lets have a chat about nothing to do with food blogging. Let’s have a big, clear the air, what’s really been on my chest talk. No, Dad. I am not pregnant. Now that I got all of you parents calmed down 😉 Let’s talk about 2014 and my pursuit…
This classic buttermilk waffle recipe is what breakfast dreams are made of. They’re easy to make, fluffier than your favorite teddy bear, and are the perfect wake-up call for even the grouchiest of humans. Looking for the best homemade buttermilk waffles? Classic buttermilk waffles are a staple in breakfast recipes. They’re even better when made…
This Salted Caramel Brownies recipe is the only brownie recipe you will need. Rich, chocolaty, and oozing with delicious gooey caramel. Yeah. They’re that good. These are my go to brownies. Like, the best brownie recipe ever. The only brownie recipe you will need. I have been baking them for two years trying to find…
This Chocolate Whiskey cake is a mature cake, not something for the kiddies. It’s rich and heavy and not too sweet. And you don’t need a lot of it. Some things just aren’t meant to be. Take this cake for instance… I’ve made it three times now. I have the recipe memorized. Why? Is it…
This goat cheese fondue is simple, but delicious. Fondue is fun, interactive, and get’s people playing with their hands. Who doesn’t love gooey warm cheese? Looking for a fun date night appetizer? Or heck, maybe this will be the whole first course before you take things away from the dinner table. This goat cheese fondue…
If you love chocolate chip cookies, this one is for you. A skillet cookie to beat all skillet cookies. The biggest chocolate chip cookie ever (maybe). It’s a single serving if its one cookie right? Dear Santa, it’s been rough this year. I can’t come up with a single idea for anyone. Normally I know…
Dulce de Leche Fluff Brownies; Everyone loves brownies. Now, imagine them topped with marshmallow fluff and swirled dulce de leche. Ready for dessert yet? {Notes from my past self to my future self – some weekends are awesome} Yesterday was one of those rare days where Handsome and I had off and weren’t obligated to…
Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food – Taco Mac and Cheese. This recipe uses simple ingredients like ground beef, spices, cheese, cream, and elbow noodles to create the perfect family dinner that everyone will love. Savory ground beef meets a creamy cheese sauce for a delicious dinner, just like our Cheeseburger Casserole. If…
Handsome and I are headed out for a weekend of adventure in North Carolina. I’ll be meeting his sister, niece, and nephews for the first time. It’s a much needed ‘family’ vacation and I, for one, am really excited. Handsome and I actually do really well in a car together for several hours – and…
Life has been flashing by like pumpkin memes on Pinterest for me. I’ve been racing, riding, slinging comic books, and designing websites like mad. Plus I have this crazy idea to do something other than snap photos of cupcakes with that not-so- fancy camera of mine. What that means for you is that I’ve unleashed…
Let’s talk about that summer that I gained 10 pounds. This summer. And learned looking at the scale wasn’t the most important thing in the world. I’m 5’2″ – 5’3″, 27, and let me tell you, ten pounds is a big deal. A huge deal. I’m not sure I will ever reach a point when ten…
Let’s face it, food bloggers can be a bit pretentious about food. We love to cook, we want to showcase out mad skills, and most of all, we want to share it with out loyal readers on our blogs the next day. But, here’s the thing. My ‘real’ friends could care less about any of…
It’s time to relive your childhood fantasy of ice cream for breakfast! This Cap’n Crunch Chocolate Chip Ice Cream is everything you hoped it would be! I can remember early summer mornings where I would pour a bowl of Cap’n Crunch cereal and wish to myself that it was ice cream instead of milk in…
Let me start by saying this review is totally biased. Two Stones is my favorite place in Newark. Period. Now that that’s off my chest… A few years ago the tiny dive that was always an Irish pub on the corner of Marrow’s Road and Route 4 changed hands and became Two Stones Pub. Knowing…
Vary rarely do I make a recipe exactly as it states. I don’t ever measure (unless I’m baking), I just toss things in, add things, omit things, and pretty much wing it after the title and initial concept are established. I also grind my own meat, 99% of the time. And damned if I have…
Turn heads with these savory grilled venison kabobs with romaine. The perfect venison appetizer or light dinner. Quick Social Media Rant Before we get to the Venison Kabobs I just have to say one thing. It seems like a day can’t go by without one social media network changing things for the better. Every time…
Salad can be pretty boring by itself. I need protein. I need crunch. This Corn-Chip Chicken Salad has both. Enough chicken to make it a real meal, packaged in crunchy corn-chips. Yup. Some days I want to quit. I want to pick my bike up and throw it into the woods and never look…
Tuna Pasta Salad; This is an easy, hearty side dish that will go well with any barbecue. A protein packed pasta salad that eats like a meal. Part of me wishes every weekend could be as action packed as this last one, and part of my knows I will never survive. The computer was shut…
These Peanut Butter Banana Pops are super easy to make, and just the treat you’re looking for. A peanut butter banana pop is everything you love in a fudgesicle but done in a way that makes you feel like you are honoring your healthiest aspirations for eating right. The smooth and creamy texture is divine….
These Peanut Butter Krispy Treats are meant to be shared wherever we all gather, hang out, and gorge ourselves on snacks. I can promise they will be a hit with your fans at home or on the court. I admit it. For as little as I know about football, I know even less about basketball….
Sometimes we need more veggies and to lighten up dinner (at least once a week), but I am pretty attached to tacos… so Taco Salad it is. With the sun creeping up earlier and earlier I find that I naturally get up earlier and earlier. But waking up before the sun – so not my…
Cake Batter Oreo Fudge; because sometimes you need to eat lettuce and cry yourself to sleep night after night. Then there are times when you just need to shove some fat kid food in your face. Right now, I’m trying to find a happy medium. We have decided to start a ‘program’ – you know, wake…
These Chocolate Chip Pancakes are a quick easy way to bring morning smiles. Bring on the butter and syrup! It’s amazing what a little sunlight is good for. There are tiny blue flowers popping up in the weeds that are overrunning my garden. I am taking that as the imminent arrival of spring. If these…
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?…
These little Cannoli Bites are perfect fresh the day of and are a fast and fun alternative to a traditional cannoli. Cannoli Without the Cannoli Cannoli’s are one of those dessert that draws a line in the sand and plants people firmly on one side or the other of the love it hate it boundary….
But I have to admit, even I got caught up in the excitement of the game since Ray Lewis played his last home game, and the Baltimore Ravens have earned themselves a spot in the Super Bowl. (None of this would have happened if my boyfriend wasn’t rooting for them. I will totally cop to…
Need a hearty dip to impress the gang on game day? Try out this slow cooker cheeseburger dip. That’ll stick to your ribs. Talk about an amazing game day appetizer that you need to make right now! This slow cooker cheeseburger dip is a must try! It’s got everything you need for a scoopable gooey…
You know those commercials this time of year jamming jewelry down your throat? Then there’s the reminder that it really is ‘engagement season’ by the random texts and phone calls I have gotten lately from excited friends who are sharing their good news. But you know what sends me over the top? Facebook rubbing my nose in it. Facebook…
It’s full on gift giving season now whether you’re ready or not. Lucky for you, I was brainstorming with a friend of mine and we came up with the idea of a great little stocking just for foodies! If you are looking for some inspiration for your culinary inspired friends, we got you covered! Wine Pump I can’t…
Forget cake mix and make this easy Chocolate Bundt Cake! Chocolate lovers will be obsessed with the layers of chocolatey goodness spread throughout each heavenly slice of cake. Top it all off with a malty chocolate glaze, and this cake will cure all chocolate cravings. Looking for the best chocolate cake recipe? This chocolate bundt…
Gentlemen, I am going to have to ask you to scroll down to the recipe, me and the girls have to have a chat. Or maybe you should stick around and check out these hints to spice up that holiday stocking. Alright ladies, this Diggin’ it Tuesday is for you. If things around you…
There’s been a lot going on for the last few weeks in the world. For my part, and many not so far away from me, a lot of the busyness has been dealing with the aftermath of hurricane Sandy. In my neighborhood, we got lucky. Really lucky. My boyfriend only had to help his grandparents with some…
These Pumpkin Swirl Bars are a perfect fall treat. The thick cake-like pumpkin layer went perfectly with the cream cheese swirled in. And the chocolate chips, just consider them the cherry on top. Whether you are ready for it or not, baking season is here. These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Bars are just the tip…
Kick those cookie dough cravings to the curb with these edible Cookie Dough Bites! They’re easy to make and only require a few simple ingredients. Plus, there’s no baking involved! Looking for easy no-bake cookie dough bites? Forget baked cookies. These delicious little bites are an easy way to curb that sweet tooth without making…
Old fashioned Oatmeal Cake just like grandma used to make. This oatmeal cake recipe is a heavenly creation that combines the rich, caramelized essence of butterscotch with the wholesome goodness of oats. Looking for a delicious oatmeal cake recipe? This simple cake recipe is super easy to make and requires a handful of ingredients you…
This week’s Diggin’ it Tuesday is all about taking 5. So shake off the rest of the work week and drama and enjoy: Lack of cell phone reception. (That’s right no way to check texts, emails or tweets. And I love it.) Mountain biking on cold slippery trails (And being muddy. I’m weird and I…
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich recipe is the perfect combination of juicy chicken, crispy bacon, melty cheese, and zesty ranch. Looking for the best bacon-filled chicken sandwiches? These chicken bacon ranch sandwiches are what sandwich dreams are made of. They’re super easy to make and are a hit at parties! Whether you’re throwing a tailgate…
The Birthday Edition: Since all the food went over so well at my party, I figured this weeks Things I’m Diggin should give you a hint into what I made (sorry for the lack of featured images for each recipe, but I was really busy!): The Killer Cherry-Peach Sangria My Go-to Mayo-free (so no…
There’s never enough time. We’ve all had this feeling. There’s always one more thing that needs to get done, one more chore, a little more work, dinner to be made, wash, rinse, repeat. Things seem to be exponentially speeding up and at times it can all be overwhelming. It feels like the list keeps growing…
Please tell me there are some readers out there who are just as excited for the 2012 Summer Olympics as I am? Normally, I am not one to watch sports on TV. Something about the TV just makes it impossible for me to get into it. If I’m there, in person, then I can get…