We love Italian food in our house and lasagna is one of our favorites. Today, I decided to roll up my lasagna noodles into individual serving sized lasagna roll ups. Rolling the lasagna noodles makes the ingredients stay together nicely. These roll ups are not only easy to serve, but provide a fun twist on …

This slow cooker pork roast with applesauce and vegetables is a very easy recipe that tastes just amazing. The pork has a sweet rosemary mustard sauce that compliments the applesauce beautifully for a wonderful fall meal. Ahh…the wonders of crock pot recipes. No other kitchen appliance can make a dinner with hardly any preparation at …

This butterscotch bars recipe is perfect for fall. It combines the sweet flavor of butterscotch with the comforting taste of apple pie. The bars have a crumb crust that is topped with an apple pie filling. They are finished with a butterscotch drizzle. Keep reading to learn how to make the butterscotch bar recipe. Some of …

This ground turkey chili has three different types of beans and a boatload of flavor. This is the latest addition to my collection of crock pot recipes. In our house, a great-tasting chili is the ultimate winter comfort food. When the temps are cold and the weather is harsh, there is nothing quite like a …

These banana pumpkin pie spice waffles have a rich flavor with a hint of pumpkin pie spice. Making them for breakfast is the perfect way to enjoy a cool fall morning. This pumpkin recipe is also a 30-minute meal, which makes choosing it to make for breakfast or brunch even better. Keep reading to learn …

This recipe for roux shows how to do a white roux, step by step. It also gives suggestions for making a blonde, brown and Creole roux, as well. A basic roux starts with butter and fat of some sort. The traditional recipe is 1:1, but it depends on how thick you like your finished sauce …

This teriyaki chicken with vegetables is an Asian inspired dish that I love to make at home. It’s one of my favorite 30 minute meals! This tasty dish is one of my favorite one pot meals. Other than the rice, everything comes together in one pan to give great layers of flavor to the recipe. …

If you’re looking for a tasty smoothie for breakfast, try making this gluten-free muesli banana smoothie. One of my favorite things about smoothies is that you can let your imagination go wild with them. Today, the special ingredient is muesli! You can also whip up in a smoothie in just a couple of minutes. This …

This recipe for honey mustard pecan chicken is full of flavor. It’s also baked in the oven so the fat content is lower than if you had prepared it on the stove top. The dish is so easy to make. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner when you don’t want to spend too much time …

Looking for a delicious and easy appetizer to make for a party? Your guests will love these saucy Asian meatballs! They make a great party foods because they can easily be served on a tooth pick and eaten while standing. One of the best things about these meatballs is that they are ready in less then …

These vegan banana muffins have no dairy or eggs and are made with coconut oil and crunchy walnuts. They are tasty and make a lovely quick breakfast. Even though they are designed for a vegan diet, my meat-eating husband loves them too. Your family won’t miss the dairy or eggs at all. The coconut oil …

These mini strawberry shortcakes are individual sized portions of this classic summer dessert. Flaky buttermilk biscuits are layered with fresh summer strawberries and a home made strawberry syrup that oozes over the layers and the whipped cream topping. One of the joys of growing up for me was my mother’s strawberry shortcake. She used Bisquick …

This basil garlic chicken is rich and easy to make. It’s pretty enough for company but comes together quickly for any weeknight meal. I am always trying new recipes that feature chicken. We eat it several times a week and get tired of the same recipes, even if we love them the first time I …

This lemon pudding bundt cake recipe is made from scratch and has a light, bright taste.  The pudding gives the taste an extra richness and the light lemon glaze is sweet but not overly so. Summer is the time when I love to make desserts with lemonade or lemons. They are so plentiful and fresh and …

This beef, broccoli and couscous stir fry is a great way to use up left over steak or roast beef. It is a tasty 30 minute meal that will make you think you are at your favorite Chinese restaurant. It is rare for me to make steak or roast beef without having some left over …

I love chicken Parmesan, but the normal version is usually fried in lots of oil and has a load of extra cheese and tomato sauce. My oven baked Parmesan chicken is lighter in all respects, but still has a delicate and really delicious flavor. I love the flavor of chicken and Parmesan cheese in a recipe. …

Looking for a rich and delicious way to start off your day that is ready in a flash? Try this tropical white chocolate smoothie recipe.  It tastes like a tropical milkshake and has peanut butter for protein, so you won’t feel hungry mid morning. This white chocolate tropical smoothie is just perfect to have before …

Lemons aren’t just for cooking. In addition to recipes, you can also try using lemons in other spaces in your home including the kitchen to the bathroom. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade, or so goes the saying. But think again! Get out the citrus and see how you can put them to great …

These baked chicken paprika drumsticks have a smoky taste that is sure to delight your family. The recipe is a Whole30 recipe and fits into the Paleo diet, as well. Red pepper flakes and smoked Spanish paprika give the dish lots of flavor without it being too spicy. Best of all, it is super easy …

These no-bake peanut butter balls make a great snack or light dessert. Honey, coconut, and dark chocolate chips add a nice bite of sweetness and crunch to this delightful treat.  If you are looking for a post-workout snack that is healthy and tastes amazing, try these homemade peanut butter coconut balls. They are super easy …

This recipe for baked pineapple rings could not be easier to make. But don’t let the ease of the recipe fool you. The pineapple ends up moist and delicious and with a great brown sugar taste that can’t be beat. Fresh pineapple is a wonderful side dish all year round, but really comes alive in …

These white chocolate brownies are made with peanut butter chips to give a nice change from the traditional look of a brownie. They have a lighter appearance, and the taste is a bit lighter, too. Swapping out the type of chocolate used also gives this sweet treat a new name – a blonde brownie, also …

This Asian sesame seed dressing is perfect for a salad dressing and also makes a nice marinade for any protein. The dressing could not be easier to prepare. Everything is made in a Mason jar, and the dressing is ready in a flash. The highlights of the flavors are fresh garlic and ginger, and both …

These phyllo cup appetizers are easy to make and will be a big hit at any BBQ gathering. Tender pulled pork and a tangy BBQ sauce add just the right amount of kick to these little bites. They are quick to make and versatile. You can fill them up with all sorts of tasty fillings …

This easy Oreo cheesecake recipe has an Oreo cookie crust and a no-bake cheesecake filling. Forget the water bath and hours of preparation – this dessert is much quicker than a baked cheesecake! This delicious cheesecake recipe is also known as Oreo pie and it’s the ultimate cookies and cream dessert. Best of all, it’s …

This clean eating barbecue sauce has a spicy and smoky flavor that is perfect on so many cuts of meat. This easy recipe fits into a Paleo, gluten-free, Whole30 and sugar-free diet!   I bought some beautiful spare ribs the other day but noticed every single jar of barbecue sauce that I had in my pantry …