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Looking for a healthy, low carb breakfast casserole? Don’t miss this Hatch Chile Egg Bake. It’s an easy breakfast casserole recipe that comes together quickly and feeds a crowd! A few weeks ago we went out with a group of friends – about 12 couples. I was surprised to learn that Justin and I were one of two couples who… Read More
Looking to loose a few before it’s time to pull on the swimsuit? Check out these delicious spring salad recipes! It seems like every winter a few extra pounds creep on…It’s a combination of all the cozy home-style meals that I like to cook in the winter months and the lack of walks I get in with Jersey. I’ve started… Read More
Don’t miss out on this hearty Instant Pot eight can taco soup. This off-the-shelf, family friendly recipe can be made in less than 10 minutes – it is perfect for busy nights! In the past two weeks, I have been jolted out of bed in the middle of the night by an earthquake three times…I realize that may not be… Read More
Celebrate the holidays with this amazing eggnog bread recipe and printable North Pole Baking Co. gift tag. ?
Looking for a fun new cookie recipe or just a way to use up all that Halloween candy? Don’t miss this candy bar cookie recipe. I could have easily titled this post Confessions of a Spontaneous Seasonal Shopper. You see, if there’s a new seasonal item on shelves, I HAVE TO TRY IT. I fall for trying every new flavor… Read More
Looking for a delicious bit of fall? Make this delicious pumpkin butterscotch cake recipe. Let’s begin this post with total transparency. This pumpkin butterscotch cake recipe was actually born out of a pumpkin chocolate chip bread recipe gone wrong…I started the recipe while making two meals (one for me and one for a family down the street) and in the… Read More
If you’re looking for the perfect taste of fall, you absolutely must try this Apple Pumpkin Muffins Recipe. These delightful bites are topped with a sweet streusel topping that will knock your socks off! The other day I attended a fun back-to-school brunch hosted by a friend in my neighborhood. Her house was filled with moms celebrating the end of a long,… Read More
Calling all coconut lovers! You don’t want to miss this amazing Coconut Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe. I am a freak. A freak for coconut. I will literally eat anything that includes coconut as an ingredient. Anything. To that end, I’ve been adding coconut to just about every recipe I try. I just can’t help myself! Some of the recipes… Read More
If you love a loaded baked potato, you’re not going to want to miss this fun picnic ready Loaded Red Potato Salad Recipe. All photos by Catcher in the Rye Photography. A couple of weeks ago I attended the cutest little backyard bbq you ever did see. It was in fact, a Barbie-Q. While I opted out of dressing up… Read More
Gift a loaf of something delicious to a neighbor or friend with one of two bread loaf printable gift tags. This post contains affiliate links. Banana bread is one of the very first baked goods I learned to make well. Through the years, I’ve tried dozens and dozens of recipes, but like everyone else I have my very favorite. I… Read More
If you’re hosting a luau or even a simple neighborhood bbq, these Pineapple Teriyaki Kielbasa Bites are an absolute must. This summer I am pretending I live in the tropics, rather than Utah. It’s all of the fun, without any of the humidity or the frizzy hair. It all started with a “trip” to Florida on my flamingo-themed summer front… Read More
Looking for a bite of melt-in-your-mouth delicious? This salted caramel chocolate chip cookie recipe is the perfect solution. Years ago, I lived in a neighborhood that had a weekly summer get together called “Cookies on the Lawn.” Each Sunday evening, one family in the neighborhood would play host (setting up folding tables and providing a simple drink), while attending families… Read More
Summertime is meant for entertaining. If you want a spread that will truly delight, make up a batch of these pesto tortellini skewer appetizers for your guests. They’re the perfect bite of delicious. I titled today’s post as a “pesto tortellini skewer appetizers recipe.” Technically it could probably pass as a recipe, but if I am being totally honest I am… Read More
Looking for the perfect summer party sweet? Whip up this easy creamy cherry cheesecake dip. It’s perfect for potlucks and settles right in on a buffet. Right around this time of year I start making ALL THE CHERRY THINGS. I am not sure if it’s plentiful access to cherries at the farmer’s market, childhood memories of eating cherries from Grandma’s tree… Read More
Browsing the web for delicious dinner ideas for Easter Sunday? Don’t miss this round-up of 12 tremendous Easter Dinner ideas! Easter is right around the corner and I am doing a little meal planning. Typically I whip up a big Easter brunch, but this year I will be on my own in the morning. My family is coming over in… Read More
Looking for St. Patrick’s Day dinner ideas? Here are 12 recipes to help get your “holiday” meal planning started. I love to put together a special meal for holidays. Last year for St. Patrick’s Day I made this delicious corned beef and cabbage dish in the Instant Pot, along with some Irish soda bread for Jay’s mom. It was so easy… Read More
Looking for a quick snack or a light lunch? These healthy, quick-create, Cucumber Salmon Bites are the perfect low-carb answer. I’ve been making small adjustments to my lifestyle over the last two months to develop healthier habits. Generally speaking the changes have been fairly small, but the results significant. By paying more attention to my diet (using the Weight Watchers program), I’ve… Read More
Looking for a quick snack or a light lunch? These healthy, quick-create, Apple Tuna Salad Bites are the perfect answer. I’ve been working really hard this year to change some of my unhealthy eating habits. Yes. I want to loose weight, but even more importantly, I want to be healthy… I’ve always enjoyed food, but over the last ten years… Read More
Make this smooth, creamy Instant Pot Lobster Bisque and your guests will think you’ve spent hours in the kitchen. Really? This lobster bisque recipe takes less than an hour from start to finish. This post contains affiliate links. I whipped up a rich, decadent Lobster Bisque and Mini Cheesecakes in my Instant Pot last week. Gasp! I know…You’re a little… Read More
UPDATE: Not interested in all of the rolling and cutting? I’ve updated my site with an even SIMPLER soft, chewy gingerbread recipe. It only takes about 30 min. from start to finish! My Mom loves Christmas. She doesn’t love Christmas like other moms. She REALLY LOVES CHRISTMAS. Like, at one point we regularly had four trees spread throughout the house. Not… Read More
I am going to be honest. The extent of my Halloween breakfast planning in the past has been Count Chocula and Boo Berry cereal on the table… This year I am determined to do breakfast right on Halloween and I’ve been collecting ideas. Today I am going to share 10 amazing Halloween breakfast ideas. Help me narrow it down here!… Read More
Don’t miss this amazing DIY T-Rex birthday cake tutorial. The step-by-step instructions will make this complex looking cake well within reach! Editors Note: This t-rex birthday cake tutorial was prepared and submitted by Megan. She participated in Season 12 of the So You Think You’re Crafty challenge. It’s a whole lot longer than my quick crafts and easy recipes, but… Read More
I love bananas and nearly always pick up a bunch while at the store, but I don’t always get around to eating them…and so they brown. They brown and brown and when they are about 10 seconds away from attracting pesky little fruit flies I mash them up and make banana bread. This go round I made my fall banana… Read More
Hello lovers! It’s time to celebrate your favorite gal pals with a fun Galentine’s Day Brunch! We’re sharing some fun brunch ideas + a $200 giveaway so that you can host a party of your own. The other day my friend Jen and I decided to throw together a quick little Galentine’s Day brunch for a few friends. When our friend… Read More
These soft, chewy gingerbread cookies, created in partnership withMcCormick®, have all the flavor of a traditional molasses recipe without all of the hassle. One of my favorite holiday traditions is making gingerbread, specifically gingerbread men, for decorating. In fact, my Easy Gingerbread Cookie recipe is easily the most popular on my site this time of year. One of the reasons my recipe… Read More
Whether you’re of Danish heritage or not, you’ll love Risalamande (Ris a La Mande). This traditional Christmas Eve dish made out of rice pudding mixed with whipped cream, chopped almonds and topped with a cherry sauce is brought to you by World Market. Last year I found myself on my own for the holidays for the first time in over… Read More
Looking for a spooktacular dish to serve this Halloween? Look no further than this wicked good Halloween Caprese Pasta Salad. Photos by Catcher in the Rye Photography. This post contains affiliate links. Halloween is one of my all-time favorite holidays. It’s just sooo much fun to celebrate. Each year, I love to host a fantastically freaky meal to mark the… Read More
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or just enjoy a little Irish cooking with this Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe. This post contains affiliate links. I had my boyfriends parents over for dinner the other day. I. KNOW. So obviously I decided to show off by cooking a recipe I’d never made before…I. KNOW. Who does that?! The margin of… Read More
Make this Instant Pot Mini Cheesecake with Oreo Crust to share with your sweetheart or to treat the family. Either way this easy-to-make dessert is simple delicious. Homemade cheesecake always seems a bit daunting to me…There are so many things that can go wrong with this light fluffy dessert, I rarely make it. However, as a self-proclaimed Instant Pot Hero,… Read More
This make ahead overnight sausage and egg breakfast casserole is perfect for busy weekday mornings or feeding a brunch crowd. Breakfast food is my favorite. Breakfast with the girls? Even better. Ever since my best friend Leslie Knope declared Galentine’s Day a legit holiday, I’ve dreamed of celebrating my lady friends with a fun, festive brunch. “What’s Galentine’s Day? Oh,… Read More
What better follow-up to our New Year’s Eve party ideas than a post featuring our favorite party-worthy New Year’s Eve appetizers? We’ve rounded up some of the most scrumptious and celebratory appetizers for ringing in the new year. . . 12 Party-Worthy New Year’s Eve Appetizers . Blue Cheese guacamole stuffed mushrooms with buffalo sauce from Half Baked Harvest …. Read More
Happy March Everyone!!! It’s Gina from Kleinworth & Co again. I’m so excited for spring & all that comes with it- including St. Patrick’s Day!! I thought I would share with you a fun little dessert that is perfect for your St. Patty’s Day celebrations. These Leprechaun Dessert Shooters are kid friendly & incredibly simple. They also make a big… Read More
I am participating in a holiday sweet treat round up with over 50 other bloggers, sharing their favorite holiday recipes. Be sure to scroll all the way through this post to view all the amazing recipes that have been shared…This is one you will not want to miss!!! There are some things that just “sing” Christmas to me…snow, mittens, peppermint… Read More
Next Thursday is Halloween, and what better way to start a day full of Halloween parades, parties and trick-or-treating than with a spooktacular breakfast? Here are 12 fun Halloween breakfast ideas for kids. (I’m pretty sure grownups will love them too!) If you missed last year’s Halloween breakfast ideas, head over and check them out. My favorite is the recipe… Read More
Mini bread loaves make the best homemade gifts! Wrap your favorite recipe up in this sweet mini loaf bread packaging. This post may contain affiliate links. There are few things I like to bake more than little mini loaves of bread. I am partial to banana bread, though this Easy Pumpkin Apple Bread is a great option in the fall. Lately… Read More
Last month I shared a recipe from our annual Halloween dinner. I actually whipped up this fried potato wedges recipe (otherwise known as fried ogre fingers) then, but didn’t get a chance to share it. Turns out it’s a bit of a kid favorite around here, so it looks like I have another opportunity… Fried Potato Wedges Recipe Ingredients: large potatoes… Read More
I grew up with a tradition of walking plates of goodies to our many neighbors. The plates where overflowing with all kinds of holiday treats, from crinkle cookies to fudge. That was my favorite neighbor gift to give because it meant there would be delicious leftovers at home. Whether you prefer to give crafts or cookies, these 15 holiday neighbor… Read More
The scent of this amazing Instant Pot Bacon Honey Mustard Chicken will have your family rushing to the dinner table. Mmm. There are some dishes that smell so good while cooking every single member of the family comes in to the kitchen to inquire when it will be ready. This Instant Pot Bacon Honey Mustard Chicken is one of those… Read More
When I think slow cooker, I think comfort food. What says comfort food more than cheese? Monday I topped my chili with cheese, Steph’s amazing chicken tacos were topped with cheese. Today’s the day that it’s ALL about cheese…Slow Cooker Nacho Cheese. Now normally, I am not a huge fan of processed cheese, but this recipe is quite nice…down right… Read More