While I’m on the subject of comfort foods, a BLT is right up there. I love a BLT anytime of year, but I love it even more during the summer months. Especially, when you pick the tomato and lettuce fresh … Read More...
Mini Pepper Nachos with Corn, Black Beans and Avocado
Here is a healthy nacho for those of you that can keep up your resolution and need something to munch on at the football parties. I’m thinking this will be my alternative to the chips and dips this year for … Read More...
Steak and Cheese Stuffed Pretzel Bites
Are you watching football this weekend? My team is out of it already, but that won’t stop me from watching football. Since I started writing these posts, I was told that we need to try some of the new recipes … Read More...
Buffalo Chicken Bites
If you have already started to eat healthy, but would like to cheat a little, then these buffalo chicken bites are for you. You can settle your craving, while behaving with one of these bites. These would be great appetizers … Read More...
Cheesy Potato Fries
It’s football Sunday and time to eat the last of those greasy, not so good for you food. I’m starting my resolution to eat healthier on Monday, I want to extend the holiday through this weekend. I’ll save this recipe … Read More...
Chocolate Cupcake for Two
This could be a dangerous recipe to have, but I love the idea of only making two cupcakes at one time. This is perfect for those chocolate cravings and you don’t want to have more cupcakes around than you should … Read More...
Chipotle Turkey Roll-Up
Need a new snack idea for the weekend or still trying to plan your Superbowl party, here is a new dish sure to please. This is quick and easy and will travel well if you want to take it to … Read More...
Apple Cake with whole apples and Cinnamon
This may be a dessert, but I can see myself eating it for breakfast too. Yup, I will eat pie for breakfast too. Thank goodness we don’t eat a lot of desserts. This would be a great dish to bring … Read More...
Easy Cocktail Beef Empanadas
Here is another snack item for your football games. You could also make these as appetizers for a party, maybe even make them for lunch for the family with a side salad. Or a snack for a group of teenagers … Read More...
50 Healthy Recipes for the New Year
It’s the new year and more than half of the people have made a resolution to eat healthier and exercise. I will try to do more of both, but didn’t make it my resolution. Why? Because I always fail. I … Read More...
Bacon and Cheddar Bites
Here is a great dish for a potluck or a side dish with your chili and soup. This would also be great for brunch or a football party and of course New Year’s Eve party.
Warm or cold, this will … Read More...
10 Quick Appetizer Recipes For Your New Year’s Party
Whether you are planning your own celebration for ringing in the new year, or have been invited to be a part of one, you will most likely be supplying some type of food for snacking. If you are a bit … Read More...
Homemade Soothing Sage Tea For Cold and Flu Season
The cold and flu season seems to start earlier and earlier every year. This year was no exception. In fact, I got a flu shot this year. I haven’t had one in 15 years and then I find out it … Read More...
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Merry Christmas to all and Happy Holidays to those that don’t celebrate Christmas.
May you have a day filled with happiness and a full belly!
Grinch Kabobs For a Christmas Holiday Snack
Tomorrow is Christmas Eve. I have a lot to do today and tomorrow morning! I’m blaming the weather! It is the first time in a very long time that we will have 50 degrees and a green Christmas. I am … Read More...
Classic Fudge with a dairy-free option
Fudge even the lactose intolerant can enjoy. There is nothing worse, than having to say no to a child or adult at the sweets table. The recipe uses almond milk, butter alternative and cocoa powder. I’m not sure you would … Read More...
Christmas Tree Herbal Tea
Did you know you could use your Christmas tree as an herbal drink or a disinfectant? Apparently, if you get a pine or cedar tree you can. We don’t have a real tree, but we do have a wreath made … Read More...
Christmas Candy Cane Brownie Trifle
I love trifles! They are easy to make and yet so elegant looking. You can make them in a big clear bowl for everyone to help themselves to or create individual servings as pictured. A quick dessert that can also … Read More...
Bloomin’ Baked Potato
Since I don’t like onions, I’m not a fan of the bloomin’ onion, but I’m willing to try this baked potato. I might make this with a side salad or a big bowl of soup or chili. Great item to … Read More...
Last Minute Edible Chocolate Gifts
I don’t know about you, but I always seem to forget someone or get a gift unexpectedly and feel guilty. These two gifts can solve your problem. Seems everyone enjoys chocolate dipped pretzels and you can’t go wrong with s’mores. … Read More...