If you are following me on Instagram, you will notice that a few days a week I have oatmeal bowls. I really enjoy oatmeal. In fact I enjoy it so much, my husband affectionately refers to me as “Oatsy” every time I have a bowl. He’s corny like that. Lucky for him, I think it’s…
Quick Shrimp Ceviche
While ceviche sounds super fancy, it’s simply a way of cooking seafood with citrus juice and serving it salsa style. The reason this is quick shrimp ceviche is that we cut the part out where it has to marinate for several hours to essentially cook the shrimp. The shrimp go in already cooked and the…
Reindeer Food Snack Mix
Christmas crack, trash, or in this case Reindeer Food Snack Mix. Whatever you call it, it’s addictive and delicious! There are all kinds of variations to this recipe, but it’s very easy and impressive. I bring this to parties and it doesn’t take long for it to completely disappear. Reindeer Food Snack Mix Chances are…
Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
If you haven’t baked with browned butter yet… read on. Yes this recipe takes some prep, but the nutty, sweet and salty delicious flavor of these Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies is entirely worth it. Especially at the holidays. Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies The browned butter is chilled after you make it. This makes…
Cheesy Spinach Dip Wonton Cups
Who doesn’t love a cute little package? These Cheesy Spinach Dip Wonton Cups are exactly that. Packed with the spinach dip flavor you love, but with fewer calories. They are also easily portable. No worries about rolling that dip across the front of your party dress. Party appetizers should always be one bite treats that won’t leave you looking like a toddler at dinner. Oh, is that just me? Trust me when I say, that unless I am in the company of those who know me best, I’ll avoid the dips if I have to stand up and eat.
Holiday Gift Ideas for Foodies
Welcome to my Holiday Gift Ideas for Foodies Guide! If you have someone in your life who loves to cook, you might be asking what to get them. The things on my holiday gift list are often things like dishes, blenders and new cookie sheets. What might sound boring to others really brings me joy….
Not Your Mama’s Green Bean Casserole
Just as the title says, this is Not Your Mama’s Green Bean Casserole. There is no canned cream of mushroom soup. There is however an easy and flavorful sauce made with fresh mushrooms, nonfat Greek Yogurt and Parmesan cheese. You’ll want to use this base in all of your casserole like recipes from here on…
Crumble Topped Sweet Potato Casserole
Growing up my Aunt always made a sweet potato casserole like this. It’s the first recipe to make me love sweet potatoes. Sure the 2 cups of sugar in the original recipe definitely helps a kid love sweet potatoes, but that crumble topping is money. My Crumble Topped Sweet Potato Casserole recipe keeps the pecan…
Roasted Root Vegetable Stuffing
Stuffing! For some of us, it’s the main event. This Roasted Root Vegetable Stuffing is everything you love about stuffing with the added bonus of sweet roasted vegetables. Not only do the roasted vegetables make the dish pretty; they also add another layer of texture and flavor. This is a healthy stuffing recipe that will…
Pumpkin Coffee Cake with Brown Sugar Swirl
Tis’ the season for pumpkin and lots of unexpected guests! Coffee cake is the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch or an afternoon coffee date. This Pumpkin Coffee Cake with Brown Sugar Swirl is filled with nutritious pumpkin (the perfect way to use it up after Thanksgiving). Banana lends plenty of moisture and sweetness. Making coffee…
