Perfect for a bake sale, Valentine's Day party, tea party or "just because," these Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs are quick and easy to make! I made these easy Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs last week for a bake sale. My oldest son, Bryce, is going to go to summer camp … [Read more...]
Thin Mint Brownies
Yes, you read that correctly. THIN MINT brownies. And no, I did not get in a time machine and travel back to Girl Scout Cookie season. Nor did I hoard Thin Mints for the last several months in my garage. (Like that would even be possible with my husband living here.) Actually, … [Read more...]
Chicken Fajita Pitas
I bought a large bag of sweet peppers (orange, red and yellow) a couple of weeks ago for my husband to snack on. He had several, but the peppers were starting to go bad before we were going to finish the bag. So I decided to make Chicken Fajita Pitas (you know, like the ones they … [Read more...]
Strawberry Fluff Angel Food Cake
Tonight for dinner we hosted a couple of young guys that are interning for our church this summer. I knew I wanted an easy dessert that I could just toss together on a busy day. I remembered seeing something similar to this Strawberry Fluff Angel Food Cake on (where … [Read more...]
Carne Asada with Grilled Pineapple Salsa Recipe
This recipe for Carne Asada is so easy and when it's paired with refreshing Grilled Pineapple Salsa and baked tortilla chips, you have a perfect summer grilling meal. I'm not a big read meat eater, but I make an exception for Carne Asada, especially when it's topped with … [Read more...]
Honey Lime Shrimp: Vol. 2, Day 75
It's actually been a little while since I pinned something that looked delicious and then made it for dinner the same week! This Honey Lime Shrimp was so easy to throw together on a busy weeknight and it's even low calorie. Yay! I just tossed all the marinade ingredients … [Read more...]
Crab and Avocado Grilled Cheese
Crab and Avocado Grilled Cheese A few days ago I was gleefully going on a pinning spree when I came across this beauty on FoodieCrush. Crab and avocado grilled cheese? Um, yes, please! Now, I have tried the combination of crab and avocado before thanks to Pinterest, but … [Read more...]
Pretzel Dogs: Easy Summer Dishes
These pretzel dogs are a combination of the two best baseball game treats: soft pretzels and hot dogs. Bring on the mustard! Nothing says "summer" more than hot dogs. My boys could live on them, but they are really only something I crave when it's hot outside and the days are … [Read more...]
Orange Julius Three Ways
Have you ever had an Orange Julius? It's a creamy, smooth, refreshing drink that just screams "summer" to me. It brings to mind trips to the mall and the very rare occasion when we were allowed to get a treat from the food court. I still remember the "grown up" feeling I … [Read more...]
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
While on a pinning frenzy a few days ago, I came across some delicious looking peanut butter cups and I decided it was time to finally make some of my own. I don't know who decided to marry chocolate and peanut butter, but it's a match made in Heaven. I especially like … [Read more...]
Easy Nutella Pastries
I'm almost embarrassed to call this a recipe, it's so simple! I was inspired by Gimme Some Oven but I didn't have any puff pastry on hand, so I made the "junior" version of these Easy Nutella Pastries instead. A light, buttery crust and that smooth hazelnut spread join together … [Read more...]
Frosted Sugar Cookies
Every week when I go grocery shopping, my self-control is tested. Many times. But the biggest temptation to walk past is the bakery display of those soft frosted sugar cookies. You know the ones I mean? I just love the chewy cookie with all that decadent frosting on … [Read more...]