Breaded & Unbreaded Buffalo Cauliflower

Breaded & Unbreaded Buffalo Cauliflower

Posted by on February 29, 2016

It seems we’re all trying to eat a little lighter – myself included. Does cauliflower taste like chicken? Nope … and it probably never will. But in my humble opinion, our Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce make this cauliflower even BETTER than regular buffalo chicken wings. That’s why this post from back in August is one of my read more »

Caramel "Apple" Cheese Ball

Caramel “Apple” Cheese Ball by NellieBellie

Posted by on September 10, 2015

NellieBellie’s oh-so-delicious and super cute Caramel “Apple” Cheese Ball is the latest recipe they’ve created using Tastefully Simple products. Check out all the goodness on their blog – from recipes to DIY. But first, check out this delicious creation. “Ain’t nobody got time for this!” I put that sentence in quotes because I surely didn’t read more »

Breaded Buffalo Cauliflower

Buffalo Cauliflower: 2 Ways

Posted by on August 19, 2015

I see all of these recipes for buffalo cauliflower floating around Pinterest claiming to be an amazing substitute for fattening buffalo wings. My first thought: “Oh … REALLY? Nope.” I can buy cauliflower as a replacement for mashed potatoes. In fact, I quite enjoy mashed cauliflower! But using it in place of MEAT? Nope … read more »

Savory Strawberry Poppers

Savory Strawberry Poppers

Posted by on May 5, 2015

I love super-simple, delicious recipes. This one you can make in a snap and bring to all of your spring get-togethers. Hint: it would make a pretty and delightful treat for Mother’s Day! Tastefully Simple’s Chipotle Seasoning gives this sweet classic a spicy twist. It will be ready in just minutes, and your kiddos can even read more »

Honey Teriyaki Spring Rolls

Honey Teriyaki Spring Rolls

Posted by on February 19, 2015

I love spring rolls – they’re just so light and fresh-tasting! They’re great for appetizers or even as a main dish. They travel well, so they’re great for lunch at work! Even though it looks like they take lots of ingredients and seem tough to make, they’re really not! I’ll go through a simple how read more »

Turkey Cucumber Roll Ups

Turkey Cucumber Roll Ups

Posted by on February 5, 2015

Truth: I grew up on carbs. Lots and lots of carbs – my grandma made donuts fried in lard, there were breads and buns and waffles (oh my), white rice, white potatoes and white almond bark candy. Not to mention corn syrup, corn flakes and canned creamed corn. Yum. I was in love with my read more »

Coleslaw in Wonton Wrappers

Coleslaw in Wonton Wrappers

Posted by on July 31, 2014

If ever you are looking for a delicious and attractive appetizer … think wonton wrappers. Seriously. They. Are. Awesome. I have made everything from crab rangoon to mini lasagna to broccoli slaw in them, and everything I have tried has tasted fabulous and looked adorable … yay! Wonton wrappers are readily available and often located read more »

Crispy Baked Asparagus

Crispy Baked Asparagus

Posted by on June 17, 2014

For me, asparagus is not only a sign that warmer weather is on its way, it’s also a memory. My grandpa knew where to find wild asparagus – which he jokingly called “asper-grass” – and if we visited during the spring he would take us along on his treks through the wilds of the western Minnesota prairie. read more »

Spicy Cheese Bites

Spicy Cheese Bites

Posted by on January 30, 2014

Remember way back in December when I talked about getting together with friends for a fondue night? Well if you don’t, I’ll recap just a bit. We don’t do dessert fondue or cheese. Instead, we each bring our favorite meats and veggies, heat oil in our fondue pots and deep fry our way through dinner read more »

Italian Crescent Wreath

Italian Crescent Wreath

Posted by on December 9, 2010

I admire people who are cute. I really do. Cute people do cute things, and their cuteness lightens everything about them. I think cute people get away with more. Take my friend Vicki … she’s petite and adorable with long blond hair. I worked with her for many years, and she used to routinely do read more »