Typically I'm a big hot mess but I do have my moments. Like the moment I came up with these. They look irresis

After a few failed experiments I found this perfect recipe for teriyaki sauce on Recipe Zaar.

I'd like to introduce "The Fixer." This pizza is the first in a series I'd like to call "The 400 Calorie Fix."

Adapted from Chocolate-Cherry Bombs on JELLO.COM

These fun and easy sandwich cookies take the best flavors of spring and combine them. They can be enjoyed righ

My husband speaks Spanish.  Fluently.  Did you know that? Probably not since I never talk about it.  He lea

This is one of those recipes that I know by heart because I've made it so much. I know guacamole is nothing ne

This is, hands down, one of my favorite things that my mom makes. Along with these grilled shrimp and scallop

I am a lone wife on this particular Saturday evening. So what did I decide to do!?  I did what any other woma

So I'm trying this new thing.  It's called breakfast. You've heard of it, right? I thought so.  Everyone has

I have started writing this post 3 times now. It's unusual for me to be lacking in words but tonight I am.  T

Have you ever wondered how it is we came about some of the ingredients we have today? Like stiff egg whites, f

Remember when I said I wasn't going to "potty talk" anymore? I lied. I write about real life here and lately m

Adapted from Wilton's Basic Doughnut Recipe

There is always a first for everything, right!? Last week I had a couple firsts.  Some fun.  Some not so fun

Sometimes I feel like I'm living someone else's life and any day now they'll come to my door to take it back.

From the kitchen of Budget Gourmet Mom

Every first weekend of the month I get the house all to myself. To say it's something I look forward to is the

Comfort food at it's best.  And with so little effort. My kinda dinner. This is also what I like to call a "c

Now this is what I call a salad. Ever since I can remember my aunt has made these huge, bigger than your head

I. Am. Tired. In fact, I am so tired that keeping up with the blog this week has almost been a chore.  I love

You will not believe how fast this is to make! Mr is a protein for breakfast kinda guy.  I've discovered, sin

Vegetables.  As promised. Look at these little lovelies! I'm one of those people who enjoys eating vegetables

Sometimes I think I have really good ideas. Today's Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe is a good idea

The original recipe for cake mix cookies is from a neighbor.

Adapted from PheMOMenon.com

Cupcake recipe adapted from Cooking Light. Frosting recipe from Betty Crocker's Bridal Edition Cookbook.

Adapted from my red velvet cake batter bark

I did a bad bad thing. Do I feel guilty about it? Not in the slightest. Mr. just got back from a trip to Hawai

I am a breakfast kinda gal. Breakfast for lunch.  Breakfast for dinner.  Breakfast for...well, breakfast.  

Who says being a stay at home mom isn't glamorous!? Say hello to Glamomorous Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Too much

Adapted from Better Homes and Gardens: Cookies For Kids

It's good to have friends.  Well duh. Of course it's good to have friends. Shocking, I know.  I'm sure you a

Dear the powers that be at Trader Joe's, You don't know me but I am obsessed with your products. I live in Uta

Today just happens to be Dr. Seuss' birthday. The man who filled our imaginations with stories about a mischi

The cutest thing happened the other day. And it wasn't these bars...although these are incredibly cute.  And