This delicious caramel apple martini uses Granny Smith apples, chopped nuts and a delicious blend of alcohol for one amazing cocktail. Caramel apples are a fun thing to do in the fall but you don’t need to wait for the cold weather to enjoy the taste of them. Today we’ll be getting the memory of those …

These apple cheesecake bars have a three-layered mixture that features a crumb crust, a creamy cheesecake layer topped with cinnamon apples, and a streusel crumble. If you like cheesecake recipes with a twist, you will want to try this recipe. The taste is amazing and, like most bar recipes, these cheesecake apple bars are super …

Looking for a warm and comforting meal to make one night this week? Try this creamy garlic mushroom chicken recipe. The recipe ticks all the boxes for easy comfort food and tastes delicious, too.  There are so many wholesome ingredients that go in this creamy garlic mushroom chicken dish. It calls for penne pasta, boneless …

The comforting feeling of a big bowl of soup is something that few other recipes can deliver. This vegan butternut squash soup recipe is a remake of my non-vegan version of this soup. My husband and daughter love soups, so I am always on the lookout for a new soup recipe. Since we also all …

These toasted pecans are coated with maple sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg and cooked on the stovetop until they take on a delightful flavor. They are an easy appetizer that comes together very quickly.  They’re a great snack to bring to a party because they are dairy-free, Paleo, gluten-free, vegan!   Pecans are one of those nuts …

This apple pecan stuffed pork chops recipe is homey comfort food at its best! The recipe is one of my 30 minute meals (actually 5 minutes over but those 5 minutes are worth it!) For this autumn recipe, I’ve stuffed boneless pork chops with an apple and pecan stuffing. I know how well these natural …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 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 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 …

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 rises …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …