Thank you Brawny® Tear-A-Square® for sponsoring this post. Think of all the ways you can Put a Square There! Strawberry Mint Jam is the perfect way to enjoy the flavor of summer all year long! Here in Southern California, strawberry season is in full swing. And we sure are enjoying the beautiful bounty….
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No Bake Key Lime Pie
This No Bake Key Lime Pie recipe is the perfect summer dessert that is cold, fresh, and doesn’t require an oven! I’m convinced that some foods are made to solve problems. I am also convinced that this No Bake Key Lime Pie is one of those problem-solving foods. Why? Well… No Bake Key Lime Pie…
Asparagus Risotto + Video
This post has been sponsored by RiceSelect, however all opinions are 100% my own. This Asparagus Risotto is made with the finest ingredients that results in a creamy, hearty deliciousness. It is perfect for a simple yet elegant dinner party or a weeknight meal! Risotto always seemed to be one of those meals that you…
Guinness Cheddar Risotto
Looking for a unique dish to serve at your upcoming St. Patrick’s Day celebration? Then this recipe for Guinness Cheddar Risotto is for you! Rich and creamy risotto gets a huge boost of flavor with the addition of rich and nutty Irish cheddar. And the malty and roasty characters of everyone’s favorite Irish beer, Guinness,…
Instant Pot Spanish Rice
This recipe for Instant Pot Spanish Rice is just the thing to spice up your Taco Tuesdays or any easy meal! The Instant Pot is my latest kitchen crush. It gives me all the “set it and forget it” convenience that I get from the slow cooker, without having to prep 4-6 hours in advance….
Old Fashioned Pecan Fudge- Easy Holiday Recipe
Old Fashioned Pecan Fudge is a winner of a recipe. Decadent, creamy fudge with marshmallows and pecans… it doesn’t get much better than this! You know the recipes that transport you straight back to your childhood as soon as you begin to get out the ingredients? This is definitely one of those recipes for me….
Apple Buttermilk Custard Pie
Apple Buttermilk Custard Pie is impressive enough for your holiday table, yet so quick and simple to make. In fact, it comes together so easily that you can bake one whenever the mood strikes. No special occasion necessary! There is just something special about apple pie. The glorious scent that fills the house while it’s…
Chicken and Fettuccine with Artichokes
Thanks to Foster Farms for sponsoring this post. Choosing chicken should be easy and fun. Meet DORI™ from Foster Farms, a bitmoji-style character accessible via an on-package QR code who provides instant savings, new chicken recipes, simplified labeling terms and more! A quick and easy meal, this chicken and fettuccine with artichokes dish is full…
Pineapple Upside Down Sheet Pancakes
Pineapple Upside Down Sheet Pan Pancakes are quite the mouthful, but a glorious brown sugar pineapple sweetened mouthful. The best part about this recipe is that you make one large batch and bake it! Have you ever gotten up on a Sunday morning with grand visions of a beautiful family breakfast, only to be regretting…
Halloween Party On A Budget
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #dothe99 #99obsessed #CollectiveBias Just because you are on a budget, doesn’t mean you can’t host an epic Halloween party! With the 99 Cents Only Store, you can find just about everything you need to have a spooktacular event!…
Homemade Skillet Granola
A delicious recipe of Homemade Skillet Granola from The Camp & Cabin Cookbook. This recipe is perfect for breakfast, snaking, and even dessert! My friend Laura from Family Spice released her new cookbook early this summer and it is the PERFECT outdoor cooking book. Not only is the book visually appealing (think coffee table decor),…
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…
Salted Dark Chocolate Chunk Brownies- Plus a GIVEAWAY!
These Salted Dark Chocolate Brownies from Giada’s new book, Giada’s Italy are rich, decadent, and perfect with a glass of milk or even a glass of bold red wine. Clarkson Potter is partnering with me for this fun giveaway! I was recently sent a copy of Giada’s new book, Giada’s Italy. Since then, I have…
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!…
Cheddar Chive Waffle Sandwiches
After you bite into one of these mouthwatering Cheddar Chive Waffle Sandwiches, you’ll never look at waffles the same again! This post has been sponsored by Krusteaz, however all opinions are 100% my own. If it were up to me, breakfast foods would be served twice a day: in the morning during breakfast and in the evening…
Homemade Nutella-with Delicious EverCrisp Apple Slices
Thank you EverCrisp® Apples for sponsoring this post. All opinions are mine alone. You’ll love this Homemade Nutella recipe with no artificial flavorings or additives! Just add the ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. It wasn’t until the last few years when I started visiting different farms that I realized…
Polar Bear Claws- See’s Candies Copycat
Polar Bear Claws are a dreamy combination of caramel and peanuts coated with white chocolate. A See’s Candies copycat recipe! Raise your hand if you’re a fan of See’s Candies! (My hand is definitely raised right now.) Fun fact: See’s Candies was founded almost 100 years ago. That’s a long time to be around, so…
Ombre Gingerbread Christmas Trees
These beautiful Gingerbread Ombre Christmas Trees make a wonderful sweet treat this holiday season. Ombre is a trend that doesn’t seem to have lost its appeal. And why should it? The lovely gradual blending of colors is appealing to the eye, and the application possibilities of ombre seem endless. Ombre hair, ombre pillows, ombre clothing, ombre…
Eggnog Frappé- with New Torani Frappé Mix
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyToraniFrappe #CollectiveBias With the new Torani Frappé Mix, you can make your own Eggnog Frappé in the comfort of your own home! I have talked about it a million times, I am the type of person that is inspired…
Cranberry Orange Roulade- The best winter flavors
This Cranberry Orange Roulade packs all of the delicious winter flavors in one blissful bite. Make it for a dessert for the perfect ending to a holiday meal. When the cold months roll around, I begin to crave the wonderful winter-y fruits. This Cranberry Orange Roulade is all of my favorite flavors rolled into one…