Create your own digital family cookbook that you can edit and update all you want using Google Slides! Download the free template below. Over the years, I've collected many cookbooks. There are a couple I go back to over and over for the basics (I'm looking … [Read more...]
The Best of 2019: Reader Favorites
Every December, I look back and see what my most popular posts and recipes were for the year. I especially enjoy watching the numbers around holidays. I like to see what recipes other families are making for their own celebrations. This year for my "best of" post, I'm going to … [Read more...]
Crockpot Express Apple Crisp
Skip the oven and make Crockpot Express Apple Crisp instead. The apples are perfectly cooked, creating a delicious sauce that's covered up with a buttery oat topping. Every August, my Pinterest feed starts filling up with people's dreams of fall. Apples and pumpkins, red and … [Read more...]
The Best of 2018
2018 has come to a close and it's time for my annual look back at the most popular posts of the year. One thing is obvious-I got a new Crockpot Express pressure cooker last year and it has definitely left its mark on the blog! Top 3 posts My actual Top 3 posts don't change very … [Read more...]
Easy Preztel Bones
This easy Halloween treat is the perfect combination of salty and sweet! Make a batch of Easy Pretzel Bones for your Halloween party or even a Puppy-themed birthday party. When I was making Turkey Leg Treats (which turned out adorably, by the way,) it occurred to me that I … [Read more...]
Celebrating Six Years
You know how you're really good about keeping up with the baby book for the first baby, but by the time the third one rolls around, you can't even find the baby book, let alone update it? Yeah, that's how I feel about blogging anniversaries now. :) It's actually been a week since … [Read more...]
What I did This Summer
Do you remember what it was like on the first day of school every year? Everyone arrived early with their new clothes on, carrying brand new backpacks stuffed full of school supplies. The bell would ring, and classrooms filled up with eager new students placing their clean … [Read more...]
My Five Year Anniversary
Five years ago, I pushed "publish" on my first blog post and wandered into the unknown. I was not one of those people who researched things, deciding on branding and had a marketing plan in place before "launching" my product. I didn't even read blogs, except for one, and she was … [Read more...]
Top 10 Posts of 2016
I can't believe it's already time to write another one of these "best of" posts! The years are going by more quickly, I think. :) Every year I wonder what I should share in these highlights. My personal favorites? The top ten posts of all time? Just recipes? Favorites in each … [Read more...]
4 Year Anniversary
I feel like a bad parent. A bad blog "parent," I guess. :) You know how you see the dramatic, over-the-top birthday parties complete with smash cakes, photo booths, build-your-own ice cream sundae bars and elaborate stages with live performers? When I reached day 365 and my blog … [Read more...]
Red, White and Blue Jello Dessert
Layered Jello Dessert (or is it considered a jello salad?) is a time-honored family favorite. It's light and refreshing and the addition of fresh fruit makes it even more special for summer holidays! I've been waiting almost a year to share this post with you! Jamie brought … [Read more...]
Creamy Confetti Rice
A perfect side dish or just fantastic filling for burritos, this Creamy Confetti Rice is stick-to-your-ribs delicious! I have been wanting to make this recipe since before Christmas, and I finally worked it into our family menu last week. Jared's work Christmas party was a … [Read more...]
