There is something about a good Fruit Cabbage Salad. This spring and summer salad recipe meets all the crunch needs with pecans, crisp apples, and cabbage, while the raisins and bananas mixed with the sweet tangy dressing packs in the flavor! It reminds me of a classic Waldorf salad. Fruit ...
Toasted Almond Pecan Peanut Butter Granola
I've made different variations of this Toasted Almond Pecan Peanut Butter Granola so many times. Use a different nut butter or nuts and you've created another flavorful granola. One of my healthy habits and old standbys for a quick and easy, protein-rich breakfast that I can eat on the go or ...
Strawberry Gorgonzola Green Salad
Today I'm sharing one of my favorite salads! This Strawberry Gorgonzola Green Salad with its homemade vinaigrette really makes this salad pop with flavor! It's extra healthy with its spinach and satisfying with cashews and cheese! The crunch and flavor make getting your greens so much easier! Baked ...
Brie and Corn Salsa Bites Easy Appetizer
So many new appetizer recipes on TCL lately! These Brie and Corn Salsa Bites are the ultimate easy party food! If you're having a gathering and need something that's quick, delicious and only uses a few ingredients, then these little finger food cracker bites are it! You could serve these up with ...
Red Cabbage Kielbasa White Bean Soup
This time of year is all about soup! I like a chunky hearty soup and this Red Cabbage Kielbasa White Bean Soup is all that and more! The star of this soup is the Aunt Nellie's Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage. The flavors along with all the other vegetables, beans and kielbasa pack a delicious flavor ...
White Chocolate Peppermint Bites
I am on a mission to share as many simple homemade gift ideas for easy holiday giving! These White Chocolate Peppermint Bites are another SUPER easy treat for gifts from the kitchen. White Chocolate Peppermint Bites Just like my White Chocolate Nutty Fruit Bites and my Dark Chocolate Fruit ...
Cheesy German Potato Soup
I now have a new favorite potato soup. This Cheesy German Potato Soup using 2 different kinds of cheese, tender potatoes and topped with crumbled bacon will also become yours too! I've made a few potato soups and shared them on Today's Creative Life. I'm no rookie when it comes to making and ...
Hot Chocolate Peppermint Melts
This is the time of year that hot cocoa really shines! These Hot Chocolate Peppermint Melts will really give your drink a kick! Peppermint and chocolate go so well together, why not stir in some creamy peppermint? It's a much easier way to make Peppermint Hot Chocolate. Hot Chocolate ...
Scandinavian Mocha Mix Gift Tags
Homemade gifts from the kitchen are always fun to make and receive! These Free Printable Scandinavian Mocha Mix Gift Tags go with the Easy to Make Mocha Mix I'm sharing over at Skip to My Lou. Go grab the recipe to make a batch! If you're visiting to grab your free printable gift tag to go along ...
Payday Peanut Squares
Payday Candy Bars have been one of my favorite treats since I was a child. These Easy to Make Payday Peanut Squares reminded me of them, so that's what I named them! No bake sweet treats that involve peanuts or peanut butter are always my favorite. These also remind me a little of my homemade peanut ...
Carrot Banana Walnut Muffins
These delicious Carrot Banana Walnut Muffins are great for breakfast and so easy to make with my secret ingredient. Whip up a batch for weekends or for the kids to grab on their way to school. This post is sponsored by Safeway! Carrot Banana Walnut Muffins Recipe There's a secret about these ...
Buttermilk Banana Bread with Chocolate Chunks
Just another great banana bread recipe with a few tweaks! This time I created a Buttermilk Banana Bread with Chocolate Chunks. I was inspired by the banana bread recipe from Simply Recipes and then added buttermilk and chocolate chunks. Everything is better with chocolate! Buttermilk Banana ...
Spanish Sangria Recipe for a Crowd
We just got home from a 23-day vacation in Europe (more on that later)! While in Spain, we drank a lot of Sangria, so I was always comparing each Spanish Sangria Recipe, since every restaurant was a little different. This fruity red wine punch is plentiful and never complicated, so I figured I could ...
Fried Sausage Stuffed Olives
Fried Sausage Stuffed Olives for everyone! I had never heard of such a thing, but this delicious appetizer finger food sounds right up my alley! I love a good olive appetizer! It's an Italian recipe that is quite popular I guess! Who knew? I can't wait to try this recipe and many more authentic ...
Peanut Butter Brownies with Fudge Frosting
Peanut Butter Brownies with Fudge Frosting are the perfect chewy brownies for chocolate peanut butter lovers! If one of your favorite flavor combinations is peanut butter and chocolate, then these Peanut Butter Brownies with Fudge Frosting will have you doing cartwheels! You can call them ...
Grapefruit Spritzer Summer Cocktail Recipe
This Grapefruit Spritzer will become your favorite summertime cocktail, making it perfect for my Celebrate Summer Series. I love Grapefruit Cocktails! I've listed a few more Grapefruit Summer Cocktails at the bottom of this post. Shauna is sharing the most beautiful summer drink with us! I ...
Pomegranate Cocktail with Tequila
On a hot summer day, this Pomegranate Cocktail with Orange Bitters, Tequila, and Grenadine is the perfect summer cocktail. The tangy taste of pomegranate juice mixed with the orange bitters and sweetened up with grenadine screams summer... add a couple lemon slices, then topped with a mint leaf or ...
Breakfast Strata Recipe with Rye Bread and Sausage
This Breakfast Strata recipe is a healthy breakfast idea, packed full of flavor and perfect for a weekend breakfast. It's a baked egg casserole with a base of rye bread, along with pork sausage, spinach, Swiss cheese, and red onion. Savory breakfast ideas like this and my Sausage Cheese ...
Mediterranean Bean Salad Recipe
Summer means more healthy side dish salads! This Mediterranean Bean Salad or this Mexican Bean Salad will be perfect for potlucks, a BBQ side dish or your main meal for a light lunch or supper. Packed full of healthy ingredients makes this summer salad tasty and delicious! It would also go perfectly ...
Strawberry Pie Slab Recipe
It's the season for Fresh Strawberry Pie! A few years ago, I remember searching "How to Make Strawberry Pie" and I was stunned by how easy the recipe is. How could the best strawberry pie with jello be this easy? This time, I've decided to make it a slab pie, throw in a few blueberries, and use a ...
Mango Chicken Salad with Cashews
Some salads like this Mango Chicken Salad with Cashews are salads I could eat every single day! Clean eating, healthy and delicious! This salad, like my Shrimp Avocado Salad, are easy to throw together with a few shortcuts if needed, making it a great last minute dinner idea. And if you're just here ...
Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze
I cannot get enough of these Roasted Brussel Sprouts! Topped with a special balsamic glaze, then a sprinkle of parmesan cheese gives this recipe that extra burst of flavor. I seem to be roasting a lot of veggies lately. I love creating different flavor combos that make eating vegetables easier. ...
Honey Roasted Carrots with Garlic
Eating your veggies just got more delicious! This Honey Roasted Carrots recipe will become your new favorite with a mixture of savory and sweet! All natural ingredients for a delicious side dish that's perfect for everyday or holiday dinners. Side dishes don't have to be complicated. Keep it ...
Sausage Gravy and Biscuits
Sausage Gravy and Biscuits is a southern specialty! This easy gravy recipe is made with pork sausage and drippings along with milk and flour, making up a thick creamy gravy to serve over fresh biscuits. Every now and then, a weekend calls for Homemade Country Style Sausage Gravy and ...
