I have a confession. My go-to snack is cheese. I don’t mean nice homemade snacks that have cheese in them – melted on toast or served with sliced apple. I just mean I grab a bag of slice provolone from the fridge and eat a slice or two. Of course, I also love sandwiches for […]
We make this homemade pizza dough recipe EVERY WEEK. It is the most flavorful pizza crust and pizza – but doesn’t take hours to make! The crust itself is a light yeasty crust that gets really soft. It doesn’t require any extra time to rise – and I can make it all easily in under […]
When I was a newlywed five years ago (!) I was struggling with easy, fast dinner recipes. I work full time and I run out of ideas (and energy) to make a meal 7 days a week. I posted a quick “please give me your favorite recipes!” post on Facebook, and on that wonderful day, […]
Last night I decided on a whim to make my first video of myself in the kitchen for you :). I was making stuffed peppers, and was talking like I was on a cooking show to myself. So, I decided to share all my thoughts with you :). It’s super-basic – with no cuts or […]
I didn’t name these the “World’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookies”. They just have that name – because they are! These are a family recipe on my husband’s side, and they are one of those recipes that stops you from looking for any other cookie recipe. This is it. Who needs something better than “world’s best”?:) […]
This week I have been busy crazy. If it weren’t for the huge pan of Mexican Casserole in my fridge, we might have starved this week! The recipe has multiple variations, and can be made for two – or for ten – people. I love to make this with leftover shredded chicken – but can […]
A Simple Trader Joe’s Meal Plan and Grocery List for Two – Under $50! Looking for a simple Trader Joe’s Meal Plan for under $50? I created a simple Trader Joe’s meal plan for two that my husband and I use all the time! Just download the spreadsheet at the bottom of the post – […]
Raise your hand if you never have the right ingredients on hand. Yep, me too! Cream of Chicken Soup and Cream of Mushroom soup are just those kinds of ingredients that are hard to keep on hand. So, instead, make your own homemade substitute for Cream of Chicken Soup! Personally, I never buy cream soups […]
Here is the scenario: It is late. You are tired. And your husband needs dessert. A chocolate dessert. What do you do? Anyone been there? *Raises Hand* I have been in this predicament too many times. And – some days it is me that just wants a gooey chocolate fix right now. Without driving through […]
This is a one-pan meal I make weekly – and is one of those basics I told you about. I love how the recipe is so flexible and involves almost no prep time. I throw this in the pan, bake it for an hour and voila! Dinner is served! This serves two people, but can […]