This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ChooseMazola #CollectiveBias September is National Cholesterol Awareness Month. And for a baker like me, I can’t think of a better way to help raise awareness than whipping up a recipe for delicious Low Fat Blueberry Muffins. I’ve loaded…
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Pork Tenderloin with Apples + Video
This recipe for Pork Tenderloin with Apples is the perfect way to welcome in fall. A delicious one-pan dish that is quick and easy to make, yet bursting with flavor thanks to the addition of crisp autumn apples and delectable caramelized onions. Pork tenderloin has long been a go-to main course in our house. It…
Zucchini Mac and Cheese
This zucchini mac and cheese recipe has something for everyone! Mac and cheese, the ultimate comfort food, combines with good-for-you zucchini for a delicious, satisfying meal that both kids and adults alike will love. If your kids are anything like mine, they would happily eat nothing but mac and cheese. It’s by far the most…
Sprinkles Strawberry Cupcakes + Video
With this Sprinkles Strawberry Cupcakes recipe, you can enjoy the famous bakery’s delectable strawberry cupcakes in the comfort of your own home! This post was originally published April 2nd, 2012. When Sprinkles Cupcakes opened in La Jolla (a mere 15 minute drive from my house) a year and a half ago, I was elated. And yes,…
Cilantro Lime Baked Fish
This recipe for Cilantro Lime Baked Fish is healthy, delicious and so easy to make. Just the thing for busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table fast. This is a no-fuss, super tasty meal that is easily customizable. I happen to absolutely love the flavor combination of cilantro and lime, and…
Easy Sage Brown Butter Pasta
To welcome the new year, I am setting aside some time to take stock of my pantry, and even more important, my grocery budget. The holidays are expensive, so for me January is all about getting back on track with meal planning and seeking out ways to cook up inexpensive meals that are still super…
Copycat Swig Sugar Cookies
I have a year-round passion for cookie baking. But when December 1st rolls around, cookie baking really kicks into high gear in my kitchen. Christmas is pretty much synonymous with cookies in our family, and we will happily bake our way through the entire holiday season. While we dedicate much of our baking time to…
Holiday Chicken Ranch Stuffed Rolls- With Video
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RotelHoliday #CollectiveBias Holiday Chicken Ranch Stuffed Rolls are a delicious and family-friendly appetizer. Great for serving all year around, these tasty treats are even better when shaped into a festive Christmas Tree. The holiday season is in full…
Butternut Squash Kale Stuffed Shells
Butternut Squash Kale Stuffed Shells is a wonderfully rich and creamy dish that is full of fall flavors. Stuffed shells are a favorite in my house. Especially during the fall and winter months, when I’ve been known to make them on a weekly basis. While I typically make them with spinach and marinara sauce, lately…
Instant Pot Pasta- Five Cheese Ziti
Instant Pot Ziti is a rich and flavorful Instant Pot pasta recipe that is ready in no time at all thanks to the “magic” of the Instant Pot! This easy one-pot meal is made with the unforgettable flavors of five kinds of cheese. If you can believe it, this Instant Pot pasta recipe the first…
Favorite Products of 2018- Expo West Recap
After hitting a few new product conventions this year, I have compiled a list of my favorite new products of 2018, so far! Every year I attend at least to conventions that feature new products in the food industry. I love getting a first look at brands and all of their new ideas and items!…
Hot Chocolate Spoons- Holiday Game Day Party
Thank you Goliath Games for sponsoring this post. Pick up your favorite game today to enjoy the holiday season and beyond! These Hot Chocolate Spoons are perfect for your next party. Simply serve with some hot milk and your guests can mix their own hot chocolate! I have clearly passed on my love for the…
Butternut Squash Ravioli- Homemade and Delicious
Get your friends together this year for a delicious glass of wine and a Butternut Squash Ravioli making party! It’s so fun and everyone leaves with some! This post has been sponsored by Sonoma-Cutrer and Honest Cooking however all opinions are 100% my own. Every year I host a food making party of some sort….
Easy Chicken Pot Pie
This post is sponsored by Progresso Soup however all opinions are my own. After a long day of working, nothing sounds better than a homemade dinner. With our secret ingredient, this Easy Chicken Pot Pie will be made in no time! Being a mom of three, there are a few things that I always stock up…
Great Wolf Lodge
Want a fun and exciting weekend? Book a night or two at Great Wolf Lodge for an adventurous weekend swimming, going on waterslides, and so much more! A few weeks ago, my family and I were invited to spend the day at Great Wolf Lodge. Since its opening a few years back, this place has…
Peanut Butter Carmel Corn Trail Mix
Combine your two favorite snacks into this fun caramel corn trail mix! Make it your new movie night speciality to share with loved ones while you watch the soon to be released Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie. Friday Family Movie Nights are something that my kids look forward to every week. It’s the one…
Sprinkle Sugar Cookies- The Lemonade Stand Cookbook
These Sprinkle Sugar Cookies from The Lemonade Stand Cookbook by Kathy Strahs are not only easy for kids to make, but fun and delicious! This summer has been a whirlwind of activities. Early on this Spring, my cheap financially responsible Swiss (to put it in perspective) husband made the executive decision that we remain local this…
Kalua Pork Sliders
Celebrate Hawaiian Foods week with these delicious Kalua Pork Sliders. Just like the ones you find in Hawaii, these Kalua Pork Sliders are tender, juicy and delectably smoky. And when you serve it up “sliders style” with cabbage, grilled pineapple and of course, on a King’s Hawaiian Bread Bun it is the perfect meal to…
Coffee Cake Blueberry Muffins
Start your morning off right with a good old cup of coffee and a couple warm Coffee Cake Blueberry Muffins. Fresh cinnamon berry muffins ready in 30 minutes. This past weekend we spent camping in a walnut grove along the Merced River. It was absolutely amazing and so relaxing despite sleeping in a tent and…
Lemon Garlic Seared Salmon
A simple yet delicious meal, this restaurant quality Lemon Garlic Seared Salmon will be perfect for impromptu dinner parties or last minute meals. Pair it with a nice cold glass of Cavit Pinot Grigio and your night will be perfect! Did you know that Friday May 26th is National Pinot Grigio Day? This is one…