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It's been awhile since I made a batch of muffins with a new recipe. I've been sticking with my usual banana muffin recipe, but my kids asked me for chocolate ones. I looked through all the recipes that I had pinned and found one that used Greek yogurt. Which was perfect, since I had a… Continue reading Greek Yogurt Chocolate Banana Muffins
My Instant Pot has not seen much action lately, so I figured I would break it out and try a new recipe. I'm so glad I did. I loved this recipe for Honey Garlic Chicken. My kids were iffy on it and complained throughout dinner. They ended up eating it all, but didn't take up… Continue reading Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken
I was in the mood to do some baking, but didn't want a labor intensive recipe. I had 2 apples that needed to be used up and was looking for a cake recipe to make. Of course, a simple search on Pinterest and I found this recipe for French Apple Cake. It's simple and easy… Continue reading French Apple Cake
We're big fans for brussels sprouts and I'm always looking for ways to change up enjoying them. I usually shred them and saute and finish with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and shaved Parmesan. We do enjoy them roasted as well, but I wasn't in the mood to turn my oven to roast them ...… Continue reading Smashed Air Fryer Brussels
There's nothing more decadent dip to go with a crisp apple. I had some extra large Pink Lady apples that needed to be eaten, so I looked through my refrigerator and pantry to see what I could make. I found a recipe for a dip that only need five ingredients and I had everything -… Continue reading Cinnamon Brown Sugar Dip
It's been a while since I made a batch of granola. I picked up a bag of hemp hearts the other day at Costco - I read they're really a great source of protein and are packed full of healthy fats. I have never had them before, but figured it would be a good addition… Continue reading Hemp Heart Granola
I'm working on cleaning out my fridge and freezer as I prepare for another round of e2M. One year ago, I decide to take control of my health and start an 8-week rapid transformation program. It was a great start to 2021 and I find myself at another place that I need to recommit to… Continue reading Cranberry Orange Bread
I shared this recipe when I first started this blog ... over 10 years ago .. and it's one of the recipes that I make a couple times every year. This is the cookie recipe that I my mom and grandmother made when I was kid. We would make several batches at Christmas - one… Continue reading Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies
I bought a pack of portobello mushroom caps and wanted to make stuffed mushrooms. I've tried a variety of recipes, but I think this one may be my favorite. It's simple, easy to make and so filling. Portobello mushrooms are meaty and are a great replacement for meat in some recipes. These mushrooms are filled… Continue reading Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
I've tried a bunch of different recipes for pumpkin bread and I have to say this one is the BEST! It's such a simple recipe and you probably have all the ingredients in your kitchen right now. This bread is packed full of pumpkin flavor, dense and moist and is not too sweet. I'll definitely… Continue reading The Best Pumpkin Bread
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