One of the best parts of late summer is all the watermelon! I love the light and versatile flavor and textures because they practically scream summer. So, if you find yourself craving some quintessential summer flavors, then look no further! Recipe 01: Watermelon Ice Cream Smooth, light, and refreshing, this easy to make ice cream […]
Lunch
Summer Mac And Cheese Ideas
It’s summer! Time for sprinklers, sun, and parks. It also means that my kids are home for lunch on a more regular basis, which means that I’m officially in charge of three meals a day. Sigh. I love my littles, don’t get me wrong, but coming up something healthy and different for them to eat […]
Fries That Won’t Kill You
The Ranking of Fries I read an article recently that ranked all of the fast food fries on a scale to see which ones were the “best.” It looked at things like texture, crispiness, and flavor. So, of course, I needed to read this article to see which fries I should be eating, and you […]
Chinese Night: Beef And Broccoli
Welcome back! As part of our ongoing series of themed nights, it’s time for Chinese night and the dish of choice is Beef and Broccoli. Why Beef and Broccoli you might ask? The great thing about this dish is that it’s got a good helping of protein and veg. It’s not going to ruin whatever […]
All About Asparagus
Asparagus tends to have a bad rap with some people. It can be mushy, smelly, and unpalatable if it’s cooked wrong. Lucky for you, I’ve got the basics for cooking it and turning it from something wilted and inedible to the star of your side dishes! Things to know: Asparagus comes in different colors. White […]
Spice Blends Every Kitchen Should Have
When it comes to spices, they can either make or break a recipe. Spices too old? Chances are they aren’t going to deliver the power punch you’re looking for and it’s possible it could ruin your meal. So, what’s a cook to do? Walking the spice aisle at the store can often be overwhelming. Let’s […]
Fancy French Toast Recipes!
French toast is a family favorite. My brother has been making it since he was five, and it just became part of the family. We eat it for breakfast and even the occasional dinner! I love baked french toast, brioche french toast, stuffed french toast, you name it. One thing I really appreciate is having […]
Favorite April Fools’ Recipes
April Fools’ Day is one of those holidays that people either love or really dislike. It can be a holiday that is malicious and rude, but it’s also possible for it to be fun and surprising! I prefer not to do pranks because my kids don’t love them, but I don’t mind doing something silly […]
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup That’s As Good As Your Grandma Made
I don’t know what the weather is like where you’re at, but here in the good old UT, we’ve had everything from feet of snow and single digits to tantalizingly warm and rainy days. When the weather decides to be a little indecisive, I find there is no better way to lift my spirits than […]
Spring Cupcake Ideas
I love cake in all its forms. But my favorite? The cupcake. It’s just a perfect portion of cake and sweetness. Plus, it’s hard to feel bad about eating and entire cupcake by yourself, whereas eating an entire cake is generally frowned upon. 😉 With the change in the weather we’ve been experiencing the last […]