Oreo Fluff is an easy, five ingredient dessert that's perfect for summer-no baking needed! This. Is. Heavenly. As in, they surely serve it for dessert in Heaven. Our family's favorite frosting is Cool Whip and vanilla pudding (which is what makes the … [Read more...]
4th of July Waffles
Celebrate Independence Day (or any summer day) with these red, white and blue 4th of July Waffles! They're stuffed with fresh blueberries and strawberries for a delicious summer treat. I love to make holidays special by doing something different with our meals. We have Reindeer … [Read more...]
Summer Fruits with Creamy Lime Dressing
Feed a crowd with this simple summer fruit salad with creamy lime dressing. Tangy and sweet, it pairs perfectly with all kinds of summer fruits! I pin at least one thing a week from Pillsbury. I signed up to get their daily recipes via email a while ago, and I … [Read more...]
Crockpot Express Baked Beans
Packed with flavor, these hearty Crockpot Express Baked Beans can also be made in the slow cooker or in the oven. They are the perfect summer BBQ side dish! Let me head you off at the pass before you send me an email. I know they aren't technically baked beans because they are … [Read more...]
Lemon Shake Ups
Make this refreshing state fair treat right at home! Lemon Shake Ups are the perfect drink for spring and summer. We are smack dab in the middle of lemon season and Spring is in the air. OK, maybe not everywhere, but at least here in SoCal we are. The birds have been singing … [Read more...]
Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken
Grilled pineapple teriyaki chicken can be made with just a few pantry staples. It's quick, delicious and perfect for the grill! Thanks to Foster Farms for sponsoring this post. Ah, southern California living-it's not summer anymore, but it's still HOT. It's the kind of heat … [Read more...]
Homemade Zucchini Relish
Packed full of flavor, this homemade zucchini relish is a great way to use up all the fresh zucchini hanging around the kitchen! Growing up, I could always find two things in the refrigerator: jars of homemade strawberry jam and this Homemade Zucchini Relish. I think my mom … [Read more...]
Star Sliders: 4th of July recipe
Add a patriotic touch to the table this Independence Day with these festive Star Sliders! Sliders are always crowd-pleasers, but this Fourth of July go one step further with Star Sliders! Give your sliders festive buns that are shaped like stars and if you’re really motivated, … [Read more...]
Pineapple Pie
Tart and creamy, this refreshing Pineapple Pie is a perfect summer dessert! One of my favorite things to do is flip through old church cookbooks looking for hidden gems. Yes, many of the recipes are a bit of a vintage nightmare (Velveeta Fudge?!? Seriously?) but often I will … [Read more...]
Patriotic Pretzel Bites
Add a festive touch to your summer table with these Patriotic Pretzel Bites. Every bite is a combination of sweet and salty! In one month, we will be celebrating our nation's birthday, and the table will be covered with red, white and blue treats of all kinds. While I'm not a … [Read more...]
OREO Brownie Trifle
Be the hero of your next family gathering with this delicious OREO Brownie Trifle! Fudgy brownies, creamy pudding and Oreo cookies layer beautifully and they taste even better! We were invited to some friends' house for dinner and I volunteered to bring dessert. I like dessert. … [Read more...]
Pizzadillas: easy hotel room meal
Save money on vacation by enjoying meals cooked in your hotel room. Pizzadillas are easy to make and stuffed with kid-friendly flavors. Read how we managed to make a Disney vacation a little more affordable thanks to Extended Stay America and in-room kitchens!Most of the … [Read more...]