Chicken Chili with a Kick
We have had so many rainy days this summer some days I feel like making some comfort foods, like chili. I added chicken to my recipe instead of beef to lighten it up a bit. We like spicy chili at our house. I have some
Category Archives: Recipes
Berry & Spinach Smoothie
I’ve always loved making smoothies. Now, my granddaughter Katie is all about making her own smoothies. We’re all thrilled because they are so good for her. Katie especially likes how when you add green spinach it will virtually disappear. She can’t see it or taste
Broccoli & Pork Stir Fry
I am a huge fan of stir-fries. They are easy to prepare and this dish is loaded with fresh broccoli, which we love. Stir fry is a Chinese cooking technique using a small amount of hot oil in a wok to quickly cook meats and
55 Sizzling Summer Sides
Are you tired of preparing the same sides for you summer barbecues? I am always looking for something different. Even thought some family members prefer that I make the same sides the same way every time.I asked some of my blogging friends to share their
Balsamic Infused Strawberry Recipe
Nothing better than freshly picked strawberries in the spring. These Balsamic Infused Strawberries are a healthy way to satisfy your hunger after an outdoor activity. Each day I try to make a conscious effort to live a more balanced life. Balanced to me is… doing
Cantaloupe Salsa
Now that warm weather is here in Ohio, we like to eat lighter foods. The cantaloupe are very good and on sale this time of the year. In June we a have a cantaloupe variety called Honeyrock that are available for a limited time, usually
Spinach & Blue Cheese Hamburger
It’s early May, have you had your first hamburger off the grill? We start grilling out as soon as the weather warms up. We love our old fashioned charcoal grill. We even have a portable one to take on camping trips and even on vacation.
Oven Roasted Potatoes with Garlic
April is such a busy month for me, I haven’t been posting as many recipes these past few weeks, I’ve been getting outside as much as I can. Hurrah for spring! The weather in Ohio has been up and down, and a bit rainy. It has
Mandarin Orange Cake
My family loves when I make Mandarin Orange Cake. I don’t use boxed cake very often, but I decided to make an exception because this is a recipe that someone gave me many years ago and it calls for a yellow cake mix. I want
Spicy Shrimp Rangoon
I agreed to be a part of the Healthy Solutions Spice Blends™ 2015 Blogger Recipe Challenge because they make their blends using only the highest quality spices with no fillers or preservatives, no MSG, and are low in carbohydrates. Most blends are made with no salt
Strawberry Crunch Salad
We eat salads all the time so I like to look for different ways to make them and found this recipe and changed it up a little bit. It turned out amazing. It included strawberries and since they will be in season soon I figured this would
Easy Chicken & Dumplings
I love making and eating chicken broth. For one thing it’s easy to make, it’s good for me, and very economical. I always like to make a large batch and freeze it, that way anytime a recipe calls for broth I’ll have it. You don’t need a
Sweet Italian Sausage in the Slow Cooker & Quinoa
Today I want to share with you one of my new favorite sides quinoa. Gluten free and richer in nutrients then rice,or potatoes. Quinoa is pronounced (/ˈkiːnwɑː/, is actually a pseudocereal, that’s a word used to describe edible seeds or fruits that can double as
Walnut & Cherry Spinach Salad
Walnut & Cherry Spinach Salad is the perfect spring salad. As spring approaches I am already thinking about my garden and fresh vegetables. Spinach is one of the first crops of spring so I decided to share a simple spinach salad. You can substitute any
Pork Lo Mein
I am a big fan of Chinese food and pasta of any kind. That makes Lo Mein a perfect food for me. I had never cooked Chinese noodles at home. I thought they were great, a little chewier than regular pasta.e ven my husband who
Garlic and Soy Grilled Loin Chops
For the new year are you looking for healthy recipes like I am? I think pork loin is a great alternative to chicken. I don’t like to over season my meat. I enjoy these flavors so I paired them all together to make a
Honey Hot Wings
The Super Bowl is over, thank goodness. I confess I am not a fan of football. I do enjoy making snacks for my husband who loves to watch most sports. It is estimated that 1.25 billion wings are eaten on Super Bowl Sunday. Yikes, that
Heart Krispie Treats
It’s almost Valentine’s Day. I decided I would whip up some cute heart shaped rice krispie treats with my grand daughter. I wanted to make them pink. I added food coloring to regular white mini marshmallows. My grand kids are picky they would never try the strawberry
Mini Bagel Pizzas
Are you looking for an easy no fuss food for your next get together? I made these Mini Bagel Pizzas for the grand kids. They loved making them as much as eating them. If you are making them for a party you can have them
Pull Apart Sweet Bread in the Slow Cooker
If you have not tried Pull Apart Sweet Bread in the Slow Cooker you must make them at least once. They are so easy to make and amazing tasting. They should taste great, they have plenty of sugar and butter on them. I would call
Loaded Potato Skins
Have you ever made Loaded Potato Skins? I had never made or eaten them. I know that seems hard to believe. I figured it can’t be that difficult to make. I bought a couple nice size Idaho baking potatoes. You can top them with anything
12 Game Day Snacks
There are lots of big games being played. Are you looking for some game day snacks? I’m not a big sports fan but I do love making and eating the snacks. I found 12 recipes that I think look delicious from some of the best
Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
I’m back! So sorry to have been absent lately. I came down with the flu on Christmas eve and haven’t been well since. Today I am happy to say I am feeling great and ready to get this New Year started. I have so many
Skillet Corn Bread
I have to say finding a good cornbread recipe is harder than it sounds. I finally decided to make this recipe I found here. I read the comments on recipes because usually it will include some really important tips and improvements. I read them and decide on how I want
Cheesy Brussels Sprout Dip
Happy 2015 to everyone! I have been busy behind the scenes on my blog. A friend of mine is doing some much needed maintenance. You shouldn’t even notice any changes. I have also been busy educating myself with my new camera. It’s a Canon RebelT5.
Creamy Raspberry Crunch Pie
Creamy Raspberry Crunch Pie Whew, I thought I would never get this creamy raspberry crunch pie recipe posted! The holidays have been keeping me busy. There was a sale on raspberries this past week and I thought a raspberry pie would make a nice dessert
