Sweet and Savory Recipes to Share and Enjoy
Does broccoli salad get a bad wrap or are you in the know? it’s SO GOOD!!! An amazing combination of creamy crunchy, salty, umami and a little bit sweet. It holds up in the fridge super-well so it’s great for meal planning and leftovers. Frequently Asked Questions What do you eat with broccoli salad? Bacon-wrapped…
View RecipeA fresh fruit salad is so easy to make and a wonderful way to get lots of delicious fruit onto everyone’s plate. I love having blackberries, kiwi, and strawberries in mine but you should use whatever is ripe and delicious at your local market. Mangos, melons and even gooseberries are all great when available. Frequently…
View RecipeCoconut is one of my ALL TIME favorite flavors but so many coconut cream pies have preservatives, artificial coconut extract or sad, soft pie crusts you have to eat around. All of these things have no place in a good recipe so you better bet this pie is amazing with lots of natural coconut flavor,…
View RecipeThese DELICIOUS oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are so easy to make and basically irresistible! They make wonderful presents and store well for a perfect anytime treat. Pro Tips for Making these Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Measure your flour correctly! Adding too much flour to the recipe is the most common mistake. The best, and easiest…
View RecipeWhether you’re wanting to save money, save time, eat better, or all of the above, this super-simple Instant Pot Shredded Chicken recipe is your golden ticket! I lean on this versatile recipe to help make meal prep easier all week long. On Sundays, I’ll throw a few chicken breasts in my trusty InstantPot, and before…
View RecipeWhether it’s high spring or you’re just craving bright and fresh sunny flavors, this creamy asparagus soup delivers big time! Although I finish this soup with a splash of cream, the lion’s share of the creaminess comes from the simmered-until-tender asparagus and a secret ingredient: English peas! The peas also bring a gentle sweetness…
View RecipeWhipped cream is one of my favorite things to eat! It tastes so light, refreshing and perfectly sweet you would thinks it’s as healthy as a glass of skim milk, if only… This easy to make recipe uses only three ingredients, takes less than 3 minutes to make, and can be flavored in so many…
View RecipeLemon bars are one of the EASIEST desserts to make but oh so delicious. I love the soft lemon filling paired with a crisp shortbread crust and the flavor is beyond; so bright and zingy with all the lemon flavor from the juice and zest, they’re simply irresistible! Frequently Asked Questions Do I need to…
View RecipeCowboy cookies are packed with everything delicious: toasted pecans, oats, chocolate chips, and shredded coconut. You’ll love the big bold flavor and play of textures in this easy to make cookie. Frequently Asked Questions What can I add to cowboy cookies? Roasted peanuts Toffee chips flaked sea salt Candy covered chocolates Do I need to…
View RecipeLemon curd is one of my very most favorite things to eat! Sweet lemon sunshine one a spoon; it’s amazing on and in everything and if you haven’t had the homemade stuff you’re missing out! Frequently Asked Questions What is lemon curd made of? Sugar Lemon juice and zest Egg yolks Butter What do you…
View RecipeBoy does potato salad get a bad wrap. That bland mushy stuff you can get from most markets and delis had no place on your plate! This traditional homemade version is just like what grandma used to maybe but just a bit better 🙂 Frequently Asked Questions Do you cut potatoes before boiling for homemade…
View RecipeI love pasta salad but so many store-bought and deli varieties have NO TASTE!! My version is loaded with flavor and lots of fresh ingredients from sweet cherry tomatoes to briny kalamata olives and of course some crunchy cucumbers. Frequently Asked Questions What goes with italian pasta salad? Pasta salad is great for picnics, barbecues,…
View RecipeWhen a chocolate craving hits there are few things better than these soft ultra-chocolatey brownie cookies! I like to make a batch of the dough off then bake half and freeze the rest for later so I can have on demand cookies when the need arrises. It’s the cookie version of money in the bank!…
View RecipeChocolate, toasted marshmallows and a cinnamon cookie make for a very delicious dessert! For those of you who haven’t tried making them, cookie cups are super easy and SO versatile! Use any filling imaginable for a panoply of flavors! Apple pie, butterscotch, salted caramel even lemon curd! How Do You Make Cookie Cups? To make…
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