When I think of appetizers I rarely think of sweet...however, this Funfetti Cake Batter  Dip has me rethinkin

Refreshing Smoothie Bowl A good friend introduced me to these refreshingly wonderful smoothie bowls.  I had o

A few weeks ago I got the chance to catch up with a dear friend of mine I hadn't seen in a few years.   In th

Quick, delicious, versatile and easy.

This fruit dessert is about as simple as they come.  (The minimalist wannabe in me loves it. 😀)  With fre

Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies What is it about a man and a cookie anyway?  Somehow, a delicious chocolate c

I enjoy a good salad, but these days with three young kids it seems like putting together a nice salad is low

Light and fluffy batter. Delicious cookie! What more can I say?

Strawberry Mango Salsa One of my favorite things about summer here in Iowa is all of the fresh produce.  We s

The strawberries here in Iowa are really wonderful right now.   Large, juicy and sweet.   Every stop at the

We had a lot of rhubarb desserts when I was growing up.  Mostly because my dad also had lots of rhubarb desse

This past Saturday was the first time that I have made chocolate covered strawberries, and I must say that I w

It's officially summer break in our neck of the woods, here's hoping my children will sleep in past 6am 😬.

The month of May sure has been flying by.  It seems to be one of the busiest months of the year with holidays

School is nearly out (in 4.5 days but who is counting? 😉), which means...Summer!    As a parent I think I

Happy Mother's Day to all of the wonderful, amazing Mom's out there!  Today is a day to celebrate the joy and

This Overnight Stuffed French Toast Casserole is sure to be a favorite!   Sweetened cream cheese, between lay

A light, sweet buttery sponge cake. Delicious with toppings like berries and cremes.

My sister Mandi is the master of the layered taco dip.  When she brings it to a family gathering it is gobble

I am a complete peanut butter and chocolate addict.  I love the two together.  Do you know those chocolate c

When I was younger I remember my grandma making this Artichoke Chicken Salad for a nice late afternoon lunch.Â

I recently brought home a brown bag full of granola that I purchased from a bakery.  It was amazing!  It was

I'm always on the look out for a simple and healthy meal to serve to my family.    My children have the tend

  It still feels like winter here in Iowa.  This week, we got a few super days of sunshine and warmer da

I am a lover of pasta, it's true.   When the country is on a big 'keto' craze and cutting out carbs, I'm over

Recently, I went to a fun and inspiring cooking class.  The topic for the evening was brunch.  There are so

I know how important it is to give my kids a healthy protein packed breakfast, but there just doesn't seem to

Delicious make-ahead dessert, especially nice for holidays where there kitchen is a busy place.

It's been a slow and chilly start to spring here in Iowa.   About this time of year I usually put away my cro

A delicious Easter activity to tell the story of the resurrection of Jesus. Perfect interactive activity for b

Easy and delicious. Makes a big batch!

I love fresh avocados, and I am always looking for a reason to use them in my meals.  Other benefits of avoca

Last year for Easter my mom made a batch of these adorable chocolate dipped strawberries that looked like carr

Quick and delicious make ahead ice cream dessert. Almost everyone loves a good sundae. This is it!

I've got warmer weather on my mind...sunshine, green grass, fresh fruit and all things outdoors.    This Str

Delicious, nutritious classic dish in which you'll definitely need another helping.