Last Sunday, I was searching for the perfect coffee cake recipe for brunch.  Since many people are conscious

Mini Twice Baked Potatoes with Cheddar and Scallions are the perfect little bites for parties, Game Day, or ev

After a weekend of indulging, I like to start Monday off with a clean slate.  Fresh Vegetables in a Spicy Mar

Cheese Tortellini in Garlic-Basil Sauce is an easy, delicious recipe.  Starting with prepared tortellini, a s

Mediterranean Chopped Salad is one of those amazing recipes that is full of delicious flavors and ingredients

The first time I had Spicy Chicken in Peanut Sauce was many years ago in Minneapolis at my friend Jessi's hous

I have always been a huge fan of my sister Monica's Puerto Rican Rice.  Recently, I decided to upgrade it to

My recipe for Cheesy Buffalo Wing Dip originally came from my sister Meredith, although it is my sister Monica

Black Bean Salsa is one of the very first recipes I made when I started off on my culinary adventures.  It ev

Imagine a taco salad that is easier to eat and tastes better, too.  That's what you get with Dorito Salad. 

Looking for a sweet and tangy summer drink that will quench your thirst and make you smile?  This Pink Grapef

As much as I enjoy making lasagna, I love eating it even more.  I love chewy noodles, tons of cheese, and a h

As I wrap up my Bento Box week (the grand finale is tomorrow when I present the filled Bento Box), I would lik

Whenever I order a Bento Box at a Japanese restaurant, it always comes with salad in one of the compartments.Â

Every Bento Box needs a starch, and I thought Vegetable Fried Rice with brown rice and egg would be a nice com

I am delighted to announce that my posts this week will all be part of a single theme - Build a Bento Box.  B

Chicken Roll Ups stuffed with Goat Cheese and Herbs is one of those recipes that is so easy, you'll make it al

I have been trying to increase the protein in my diet lately, and if you can eat dairy, Greek yogurt packs a l

Avocados are one of my most favorite foods, and probably the only Super Food that I really love and want to ea

This recipe for Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups developed out of a love for Vegetable Pizza.  However, I needed a

I have made more beef stew in the past few months than you can shake a stick at.  I've tried all sorts of dif

Sandwiches are, hands down, my favorite food group.  Nothing is tastier or more satisfying to me than meat, c

Melting Moments Cookies are tiny crisps of sweet, buttery shortbread.  They are excellent as a dessert or enj

Recipe yields 1 cup vinaigrette; using 2 T. or more for the salad and store the rest covered in the refrigerat

Rotini Pasta Salad with Broccoli Florets and Bell Peppers is the ideal summer side dish.  It's perfect for pa

I ate some really fantastic granola last week - the Bear Naked Banana Nut Granola which was both sweet and nut

This recipe for a Healthy Strawberry-Banana Smoothie was developed by my dear friend Stephanie (the photos are

Chicken Piccata is one of those dishes that I really love.  Chicken with a light, crispy crust soaked in a le

This recipe yields 2 Kringle.

Scotch Toffee Bars have a salty-sweet flavor combination that almost compels you to eat one after another afte

Sloppy Joe Sandwiches have a long-standing tradition in my family and an honored place at the dining table eac

Crispy Kale Chips are a fantastic idea.  Whoever came up with them was a Veritable Vegetable Genius.  Someti

Before I launch into one of my favorite recipes of all time, I will provide a list of reasons why you should 1

I have a love/hate relationship with breakfast.  I know I need to eat it (aka "The Most Important Meal of the

Instead of opening a jar of regular peanuts at your next party, try this recipe for Cinnamon Spiced Pecans. 

I know what you're thinking.  Beets? Yes, friends.  All I am saying... is give beets a chance. Beet Salad wi