Celebrate Every Day
You guuuys! It’s 2018!!! I realize that’s not news to most of you, but I have had the hardest time adjusting and moving into the new year. I’ve been slow to get back to work and just this morning, I caught myself writing 2017. Again! I am going to blame my inability to recognize the new year on the fact that… 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
Dazzle your family and friends alike with quick and easy three ingredient pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. Fall baking has never been so easy. I love fall baking, particularly when it involves pumpkin anything. I’ve made pumpkin mini donuts, pumpkin bread and a few weeks ago, I rounded up some of my favorite pumpkin-flavored breakfast recipes. It should be no surprise… Read More
Create a dramatic dessert presentation for guests this fall with this decadent Chocolate Butterscotch Lush recipe, created in partnership with Cost Plus World Market. I absolutely love this time of year. The weather cools off, the leaves crisp up, guests pop in and out, and Christmas baking begins in earnest. From the pumpkin spice that appears in early September to… Read More
Start your day of right with one of these 12+ perfect pumpkin spice breakfast recipes. From overnight oats to fluffy waffles, you can’t go wrong with a single one. With Labor Day in the rear view mirror, I am headed full speed ahead for fall. I kicked things off by making these super yummy pumpkin donuts over the weekend and… 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
Nothing says “school” like a No. 2 pencil. Celebrate the new school year with one of these perfect pencil treats. Man. It’s hard to believe that school is right around the corner. I am not ready for summer to end. Since Jay’s girls are older, getting ready for school to start this year is entirely different than what I am… Read More
Looking to step up your banana bread game? Check out this Coconut Chocolate Chip Banana Bread recipe. It’s perfect for busy weekday mornings or as a treat before bed. It doesn’t matter how many bananas I purchase at the store. I always seem to have one or two that sit on the counter just begging to be turned into banana… Read More
Looking for a filling pasta dish that wont weigh you down? Don’t miss this Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad recipe created in partnership with Barilla. Jay’s youngest daughter recently made the high school soccer team (we shared her DIY #QuadGoals soccer t-shirt a few weeks ago). She’s something of a rockstar and we’re rather proud of her. With all of the… Read More
Summer is in full swing and the sun is shining. Beat the heat with one of these 25 perfect popsicle recipes. This post contains affiliate links. Each year about this time, summer heat hits a high. We spend a few days up over 100 degrees and melt…One way to beat the heat is to enjoy a frozen treat. My favorite… Read More
Whether you’re enjoying dinner in the backyard or packing a picnic, these awesome barbecue recipes are perfect for summer grillin’ and chillin’ with family and friends. Cooking in the kitchen during the summer holds very little appeal. It’s simply to hot to turn on the oven…During the hottest part of the summer, I often turn to my Instant Pot or the… Read More
Looking for a delicious breakfast that will serve a crowd? Try this hearty, flavorful Bacon Potato Leek Breakfast Bake. I love finding a simple one-dish recipe that will satisfy the entire breakfast table. This flavorful, multi-layer breakfast bake does the trick! I first made the dish back in March for brunch and it’s made an appearance on our dining room table several… Read More
Looking for a great pulled pork recipe that will knock the socks off your hungry crew? I’ve teamed up with Smithfield to bring you a delicious recipe for Barbecue Pork Sliders with Carolina BBQ Sauce. I have a confession. I like to defy the odds…or at least the critics. I work and still like to get a great home-cooked meal on… Read More
This savory Strawberry Basil Bruschetta recipe is a quick fix for last-minute summer gatherings, or elaborate events. This post contains affiliate links. A couple of weeks ago, we received an invitation to participate in an “Amazing Race” style scavenger hunt with other couples from our neighborhood. Deciding to participate was a no brainer. I love the Amazing Race and I… Read More
There are few things more enjoyable than a light summer salad recipe. Here are 12 summer salad recipes to get you started! I have been doing some serious planning in the backyard. In a few short weeks it will go from dirt to what I hope is an “oasis” I can retreat to. I am building in lots of space… Read More
There are few treats I love more than a Reeses Peanut Butter Cup. Chocolate peanut buttery goodness is so so yum! These Reeses Peanut Butter Bars take that delicious one step further. I bought a few too many Reeses Peanut Butter Eggs during the Easter season. It’s not that I wouldn’t enjoy having them around, it’s that I would! I… Read More
This Bunny Bait Marshmallow Popcorn is the perfect sweet treat to make for or with your kids in the spring. The holidays are such a great excuse for yummy treats aren’t they? The other day I was craving Rice Krispie treats, but I didn’t have any cereal in the house so I whipped up a big ole batch of delicious marshmallow… 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