The classic banana split flavors of strawberry, banana and pineapple take center stage in this easy no bake dessert. Banana Split Icebox Cake is perfect for summer BBQ's and picnics!Do I really need to say anything to convince you to try this Banana Split Icebox Cake? I … [Read more...]
How we Saved Over $300 on a Southern California Vacation!
Thanks to Extended Stay America for hosting our family for a mini vacation in southern California! While they made it possible for us to stay, they didn't tell me what to say. :) All opinions are my own.This summer we didn't take a long family vacation. Instead, we scheduled … [Read more...]
Roasted White Peaches with Honeycomb and Vanilla Ice Cream
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Breyers. All opinions are 100% mine. Roasted White Peaches with Honeycomb and Vanilla Ice Cream. How's THAT for a recipe title, huh? Don't let the term "honeycomb" scare you off. It's not really that waxy hexagon shaped thing … [Read more...]
Strawberry Creamsicle Pie
Creamy, cold and refreshing, this Strawberry Creamsicle Pie is my favorite summertime treat in pie form! This weekend, Jared's parents came down to visit us and the other "SoCal Burkies" for Father's Day. We had four straight days full of family, fun, and FOOD, including this … [Read more...]
Sparkling Watermelon Slushie
What's better than a slushie? A SPARKLING Watermelon Slushie that won't mess up your clean eating lifestyle because it's simply perfect. I'll admit it. My life pretty much revolves around food. I think about it when I wake up in the morning, I spend my days preparing it for the … [Read more...]
Dinosaur Day Food and Activities
Plan for a fun day this summer with these easy Dinosaur Day food ideas and activities you can do right at home. Sometimes simple adventures are the very best kind. This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. The opinions and text are all … [Read more...]
Healthy Pineapple Whip
Bring vacation home with you when you make this easy and healthy pineapple whip! It's clean eating, whole foods at their summery best! This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The a2 Milk Company™. All opinions are 100% mine. Vacation means FOOD and lots of it. It … [Read more...]
Easy Ice Cream Cake
My brother had a birthday last week, and I had been wanting to make this ice cream cake ever since I saw a short Facebook video of the Pioneer Woman making one. It looked so easy and had me craving ice cream immediately. So I volunteered to bring the cake. However, our … [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...]
BBQ Pulled Pork Bratwurst
Try something different for your next BBQ and make BBQ pulled pork bratwurst instead of a boring hot dog! The crunchy slaw pulls it all together! “This post was sponsored by Honeysuckle White turkey brand as part of an In-Home Party Activation for Influence Central. I received … [Read more...]
Rainbow Slush Punch
This Rainbow Slush Punch is perfect for St. Patrick's Day parties or any cheery spring-themed occasion!Aaaaahhh, top o' the mornin' to you! St. Patrick's Day is around the corner and that means my Pinterest feed is full of chocolate and mint desserts, rainbows and gold coins. … [Read more...]
Stars and Stripes Sundae
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Breyers. All opinions are 100% mine. I will never use store-bought strawberry sauce again. It's amazing to me how simple ingredients come together to make something delicious. This easy "Stars and Stripes Sundae" is made with … [Read more...]