Mama Mia Lasagna Cups

Mama Mia Lasagna Cups

Posted by on September 24, 2013

Last night my husband was working late so dinner was up to me and the kids. Because fall is arriving here in Minnesota, we were looking for something a bit heartier .. and Tastefully Simple’s Mama Mia Lasagna Cups sounded amazing! While I got things started, my kids decided to venture outside. Before I knew it, I read more »

Grilled Peach and Pound Cake Kabobs

Grilled Peach and Pound Cake Kabobs

Posted by on August 20, 2013

Food on a stick? There’s just something fantastic about it.  Campfire marshmallows and hot dogs. Crazy deep-fried creations at the state fair. Even fancy hors d’oeuvres often come with those cute little cocktail picks. From whimsical to sophisticated, finger foods tend to break us out of our routines – and that brings a little more read more »

Italian Pasta Salad

Italian Pasta Salad

Posted by on July 24, 2013

It’s the perfect time of year for enjoying warm sunshine – and turning off the stove. On those hot summer days, the last thing you want to do is heat up your kitchen. That makes cold pasta salads the perfect side dish (or for my family, the perfect meal)! I love Italian pasta salads, which read more »

Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Quiche

Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Quiche

Posted by on April 2, 2013

You know the old saying: April showers bring May flowers.  But the busiest wedding months are almost in bloom, too – making this the perfect time to enjoy a different kind of shower. Celebrating the bride-to-be? Or a new baby? Or just feel like getting together with your girlfriends? Make this easy yet elegant quiche for brunch! read more »

Honey Teriyaki Salmon

Honey Teriyaki Salmon

Posted by on March 5, 2013

You never forget your first love.  Now don’t get be wrong. I’m smitten by many of the new products making their debut in our Spring-Summer Catalog – from our luscious Lemonberry™ Cake to that gorgeous Raspberry Jalapeño Sauce. But Honey Teriyaki Sauce. You handsome devil. It’s SO good to see you again. This month marks read more »

Lightened Almond Pound Cake Trifle

Lightened Almond Pound Cake Trifle

Posted by on January 10, 2013

A goal has a plan, a wish has a genie. Turns out my New Year’s resolutions usually require a genie. But this year, I’m gonna fracture that fairytale and lose those 10 pounds. For reals. Because I have a plan, and it starts with pound cake. No, really! It does. The Lightened Almond Pound Cake read more »

Absolutely Almond Thumbprint Cookies

Absolutely Almond Thumbprint Cookies

Posted by on December 18, 2012

I’m not big into Christmas baking, but I do love sweets. And it seems like this time of year I always need treats for last-minute guests or a cookie exchange or a potluck or something, so I better make something. Luckily, these cookies are super easy to make, and the little dollop of fruit spread read more »

Chocolate Almond Pound Cake Cookies

Chocolate Almond Pound Cake Cookies

Posted by on November 29, 2012

‘Tis the season to get in touch with your inner Home-Ecky Becky and bake! This is a persona I rarely visit – I love to cook, but baking is not my strength. So imagine my surprise when I was able to successfully make these fabulous, chocolate-dipped almond cookies! Wow (if I do say so myself)! read more »

Make Ahead Cheesy Bacon Potatoes Au Gratin

Make Ahead Cheesy Bacon Potatoes Au Gratin

Posted by on November 16, 2012

Ah, Thanksgiving … how do I love thee? Let me count the ways: There is not gift-giving pressure, you don’t need a costume or a date, there are no secrets to keep, no mythical creatures to embody and no political connotations. Thanksgiving is all about family and food – two of my favorite things! It’s read more »

Apple Bayou Pork Chops

Apple Bayou Pork Chops

Posted by on September 28, 2012

It’s the changing of the seasons here in Minnesota … sweartshirts are coming out of storage boxes, crops are being harvested and apple trees are loaded with fruit. A few years ago, my husband planted two apple trees in our backyard. Year 1: nothing. Year 2: an apple (yes … AN apple). It’s been a read more »