Homemade popsicles are one of the joys of summer. These amazing pina colada popsicles have a hint of coconut rum and a lot of flavor. They are a delicious cold treat that is creamy, with just a hint of sweetness. They have small bits of pineapple for some extra texture, and are infused with coconut rum …
This coconut crusted French toast makes breakfast special! For you busy cooks – this is one of my most cherished 30 minute meals. For weeks, when my husband and I go out for breakfast on Sunday morning, I have been saying that I should make French toast at home. And I am so glad I …
Are you looking for the ultimate chocolate and peanut butter dessert? These Reese’s peanut butter cup brownies are the answer. The rich, fudgy brownies are topped with a thick layer of frosting, drizzled with melted chocolate, and decorated with pieces of Reese’s peanut butter cups. The combination of the chocolate brownie and the peanut butter …
These easy lemon bars are a great choice when you need a dessert recipe with bright, bold flavors. In addition to the lemon filling in these bars, there’s a the lemon glaze adds an extra boost of citrus flavor with a sweet finish. These easy lemon dessert bars deliver the right balance of sweet and …
This fig crumble is both tart and sweet with a crunchy oat topping. Serve it with some whipped cream or ice cream for a delightful summer dessert. One of the true beauties of this rich dessert is that the figs that I used were very ripe. This made for a wonderful syrup like filling that …
This one pot balsamic chicken recipe is one of my favorite 30 minute meals. Tender and juicy chicken is flavored with a tasty balsamic sauce that brings the vegetable to life. And even better, this delicious chicken recipe is a one pan meal, as well! We are all busy and most of us don’t have …
This chocolate hazelnut fruit dip is a healthier version of the traditional cream cheese dip. This easy appetizer still has tons of flavor and is so quick to make. I love the combination of chocolate and hazelnuts in this creamy and delicious dip. It gives a luscious dessert taste but still fits into a health …
This Patron pineapple cocktail is like an upgraded margarita with a tropical twist to it. If you are looking for some new drinks with Patron, be sure to add this one to your list of cocktails to try. The fruity tequila drink combines the sweetness of pineapple with Patron silver and Patrón Citrónge orange for …
This spicy shrimp and tomato pasta is my latest addition to my collection of shrimp recipes. It will tempt even the most ardent Italian foodie. Shrimp is one of my favorite seafoods. I love how quick and easy it is to prepare and adding spices to it bumps up the heat but still tastes great. The …
One of the big pleasures of the summer is all of the BBQ cooking that is done. It is the idea way to socialize with friends when the temps are high and the feeling is casual. And nothing is better on the grill than perfect spare ribs. Foodies know that great spare ribs normally take …
For today’s recipe, I will be showing you how to make salmon in parchment paper. You won’t believe the flavor that comes from such an easy process. The culinary word for this type of cooking is “fish en papillote.” It comes from a French word meaning paper and cooks any type of fish beautifully, even …
This decadent chicken tetrazzini has a wine and garlic sauce. It is a rich and creamy dinner that the whole family will love. I’m in the mood for something hearty and rich tonight, and I happen to have a cooked chicken that needs to be used up. This chicken tetrazzini with a decadent and creamy …
This blueberry cobbler is full of the flavor of plump, tangy blueberries and the delicious buttery streusel topping adds just the right amount of decadence without being too heavy for a summer dessert table. Summer time is one of my favorite times of the year to make fruit desserts. The fruit is so plentiful and …
When you are looking for an easy weekend breakfast, you can’t top these banana nut muffins with a streusel topping. They are BIG, delicious and full of flavor. The topping is fairly light, so the heartiness of the banana and nuts comes through without being too sweet. I love using ripe bananas in muffins to …
Normally, it’s chicken or beef that lands on the grill, but today I decided to add to my shrimp recipes with these grilled cilantro lime shrimp kebabs. These kebabs are so easy to make and they taste just amazing. Not only are they tasty, but they are also gluten-free, Paleo and Whole30 compliant. Using fresh …
This easy bacon wrapped asparagus recipe makes a great party starter and is also a great side dish for any regular meal. If you are having a party, recipes for easy appetizers are something that you will want to have on hand as go-to recipes. I love healthy side dishes that still have a taste …
Crusty artisan breads make great tasting sandwiches and are the are a perfect pairing with comforting soups! Every time I go to Panera, I come home with a loaf of one of their amazing breads. However you don’t need to go to the bakery to enjoy one of these delicious artisan breads. The list of …
It’s time to toss the deep fryer. These oven baked onion rings have all the flavor of the deep fried version of this recipe, but are much more healthy since they are oven baked. One of my favorite restaurant side dishes is onion rings. I love the crispiness of the outside and the hot and …
Why choose one flavor of dessert when you can have them all in one cookie bar? These kitchen sink bars use a variety of mix-ins you probably already have in your pantry to create a deliciously sweet treat. The bars have a chewy texture with crunchy bits throughout, thanks to a mix of ingredients like …
This light seafood chowder is filled with the flavors of white fish, succulent seafood and healthy vegetables for a summer time soup that reminds me of days on the coast of Maine. Most New England seafood chowder recipes are full of cream and butter which makes for anything but a light dish. As I usually …
Don’t you just love this time of the year? Our neighborhood just smells like summer with all the BBQs that keep getting fired up every day. And not to be outdone, our BBQ will get a good workout tonight with these lemonade grilled chicken legs. They are wonderful as a main course and are also …
This creamy broccoli salad is the perfect side dish to serve along with BBQ recipes. It’s not only very easy to make, but it’s healthy too. Broccoli and bacon are a match made in heaven when it comes to salads. There are so many ways to make them fit into your eating plan no matter …
If you follow a Paleo diet and like Asian foods, this Paleo Mongolian Beef recipe is the perfect choice. It has thin strips of beef and carrots in a tasty sauce that’s better than take-out food. The sauce has a bit of spice from the red pepper flakes but the raw honey cuts the spice …
Summer is almost here and nothing says summer quite like a big glass of lemonade. However, lemonade is not just for drinking as these recipes using lemonade will show. Lemonade adds a nice touch of citrus to many types of recipes. It pairs well with everything from desserts to main dishes. Celebrate your summer in …
This recipe for banana nut breakfast bars gives you the homemade taste of banana muffins but in a tasty bar recipe instead. If you are looking for a quick, on the go breakfast recipe that you can grab on a busy week morning, this recipe is perfect. If you have ripe bananas in my fruit …
There’s nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of chicken and dumplings with Bisquick. This one-pot meal is simple to prepare and perfect for feeding a hungry family. This soup is made with chicken, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. The dumplings cook on top of the simmering broth, soaking up all its flavor. Whether you’re cooking …