Tag: summer

Slow-Roasted Hawaiin BBQ Pulled Pork

Slow-Roasted Hawaiin BBQ Pulled Pork

It feels like it’s about time for something different on the menu – do you agree? How about adding some fresh pineapple and a few classic Asian condiments to your traditional BBQ pork recipe?

Turkey & Cheese Melts ((It’s what’s for dinner))

Turkey & Cheese Melts ((It’s what’s for dinner))

Sounds simple right? Turkey & Cheese melted on something. Oh but trust me, they are a pleasure – both to eat & to make. Busy summer nights are tricky for sit down family dinners. If it isn’t because of game time at the ball field, …

Lemon & Herb Hummus ((homemade — starting with dried garbanzos))

Lemon & Herb Hummus ((homemade — starting with dried garbanzos))

It is time for some healthy, homemade snack options. In other words, I will be wearing a swimsuit at the lake in a few short weeks and I don’t feel swimsuit ready. Haha…sniff.

Spicy Salsa ((really spicy))

Spicy Salsa ((really spicy))

I LOVE chips and salsa! It is one of my top 3 favorite foods ((next to almond cake with warm buttercream icing and fried chicken with homemade ranch))! I also love making my own salsa. It is so easy and so obviously superior to store …

Spicy & Sweet: Sriracha, Brown Sugar & Garlic Wings

Spicy & Sweet: Sriracha, Brown Sugar & Garlic Wings

Whew, summer has started in our household!! VBS, hours of swimming, Monopoly marathons ((Oh, I warned them of the Monopoly pitfalls — but so far they are having a grand time. I am holding my breath)), reading races and general free-spirited shenanigans.

True Confessions :: School’s  Out For Summer

True Confessions :: School’s Out For Summer

I have to admit something about myself and I am sure ((at least I hope)) it will come as a surprise to you. Shoot, it surprised me and I have known myself for a long time.

When all else fails…make PLAY DOUGH!!

When all else fails…make PLAY DOUGH!!

Some days are diamonds…some days, well… some days call for making play dough! Today was actually a great day – the kiddos were pleasantly kind to each other and were very cooperative in getting their schoolwork done. Even with a nice pace to our day …

Giant Triple Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies

Giant Triple Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies

This cookie recipe is one of my all-time favorites. It makes a perfectly giant, fudgy, gooey, bakery-style cookie. I have found that chocolate chocolate chip cookies can be a little “flat” tasting – but my version of this recipe ((found on Pinterest)) has been proven to …

My Favorite Homemade Taco Seasoning Blend ((Tip of the Week))

My Favorite Homemade Taco Seasoning Blend ((Tip of the Week))

I think it has been about a two years since I purchased my last 69¢ packet of taco seasoning. 

Mustard Dressed Radish & Cilantro Slaw

Mustard Dressed Radish & Cilantro Slaw

On this week’s menu, I made one of my busy night “go-to slow cooker recipes”: Curry Beef and Butternut Squash!! It is a meal that ((surprisingly)) pleases everyone & is so easy to make. Somehow, I managed to find a few spare seconds in the …

Rainbow Chard & Sweet Cherry Pepper Croquettes ((Your tastebuds won’t believe this is super healthy))

Rainbow Chard & Sweet Cherry Pepper Croquettes ((Your tastebuds won’t believe this is super healthy))

Before I even start to tell you about this recipe, I want to thank you for at least clicking on this post. I mean really – rainbow chard is not an ingredient that makes your mouth water at the sound of its name! (haha) And, …

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough NomNoms!!

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough NomNoms!!

Yay for NomNoms!! They are back and just in time for those busy school mornings. A dream come true – a treat that pleases the whole herd and leaves me feeling guilt-free. These yummy bites of goodness will change your mornings, I am sure.