I have been seeing these Watermelon Cake posts all over Pinterest. I saw them an instantly wondered if they would turn out as awesome as suggested online. I had a strange feeling that the whipped cream wouldn’t adhere to the watermelon because of the fruit’s moisture. But, they were so darn cute and too well […]
This recipe for Sugar Snap Pea Easy Summer Slaw was inspired by my Mom and a recent trip she took to Idaho. Aside from her adventures in the mountains and white water rafting, she and my Dad had dinner at a little restaurant called The Redd and she came back raving about the salad. Yes, […]
Finally, at long last, I created my idea homemade pizza crust. I had three goals when I set out on my pizza making journey months ago. 1 – It needed to be crispy on the outside with a crackly “crunch” factor 2 – A light and chewy interior was paramount 3 – It had to […]
My drop dead, all time favorite dessert of life is Tiramisu. Coffee, chocolate, and creamy layers of mousse. It’s an Italian classic and the final dish in our Italian Dinner Party Series. This No Bake Tiramisu is a light way to cap off a meal of Caesar Salad and Rolled Pizza Lasagna. Join me in […]
Lasagna is a perfect crowd-pleaser for entertaining, but today, we’re taking it one step further. Add pizza toppings to the equation, and instead of layering the noodles, roll them up. Hellooooo, pizza lasagna! That’s what we’re doing today in my kitchen as a part of the Italian Dinner Party Series. Let’s jump in the kitchen […]
It’s the famous family Caesar Salad recipe! This is the go-to for family parties, birthdays and any general cause for celebration on Ryan’s side of the family. Then again, no need for a special occasion as we’ve been known to do this salad in the summer time along with grilled chicken for an easy weeknight […]
*This post for Chicken Skillet Bake is sponsored by the Lodge Cast Iron and includes a GIVEAWAY for you to score your very own Lodge skillet (details further down the page). However, all opinions expressed are 100% legit and my very own and I don’t endorse stuff I don’t love. You asked for an easy weeknight […]
As temperatures approach 100F here in the Valley of the Sun, I pull out the favorite family recipes that don’t require me to heat up the house. When I’ve got leftover chicken, I make chicken salad sandwiches. My particular rendition includes apples, nuts, and whole grain mustard. Want to join me in the kitchen as I […]
*This post for Grilled Berry Skillet Pie is sponsored by the BakerStone Pizza Oven Box. Additionally, the skillets were provided by Lodge Cast Iron. However, all opinions expressed are 100% legit and my very own and I don’t endorse stuff I don’t love. Third round of our Grills Only recipe series is the all important […]
Next up in the grillin’ theme of the week are these Grilled Potato Kabobs. They’re a light and healthy grilled side dish option and out of the every day for your next backyard bonanza. We all know burgers and fries are the classic match, but instead of going the fry route, I took red potatoes, […]
It’s time for backyard barbeque’n and this recipe for Grilled Pineapple Hawaiian Burgers is a part of a video series: “Grills Only”. I know, I’m corny and cheeky…but, I promise you’ll love this lineup of grilled dishes which includes a main dish, side dish and dessert. Stay tuned for the full menu recap and party […]
My friend Shana from Brilliant Sky Bakery asked me a few weeks ago when I was going to do a Passover recipe. My response, “I don’t know any Passover recipes.” So, guess who got herself volunteered to come make Chocolate Covered Toffee Matzah in my kitchen? Ask and ye shall receive. Shana is an expert […]
