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 »

Perfect Pepperoni Pizzas

Perfect Pepperoni Pizzas

Posted by on September 4, 2012

There’s one food at my house that always gets thumbs up – PIZZA! It’s super easy to make, and as my husband says, “It tastes good on my tongue.” And the advantages don’t stop there – you can use almost anything as topping, you can serve a simple side like carrots and ranch, and if read more »

Buckeye Truffles

Buckeye Truffles

Posted by on June 7, 2012

Tastefully Simple consultants and HQ team members are gearing up for the biggest party of the summer! We are heading off to Columbus, Ohio for Party Palooza 2012. I can’t wait to share in the excitement and energy! One consultant was so inspired, in fact, that she decided to come up with a tasty treat read more »

Easy to Eat Taco Burgers

Easy to Eat Taco Burgers

Posted by on April 24, 2012

I love tacos. But I don’t love cleaning up, and unfortunately I have some messy eaters at my house (true confessions: I am one of said messy eaters). Bam – grill the meat in patties, use slices of cheese and tomatoes instead of shreds, and wrap it all in a tortilla. Even my family should read more »

Bayou Bourbon Salmon

Bayou Bourbon Salmon

Posted by on March 21, 2012

‘Tis the season for fish. And cheap fish sandwiches are certainly available in abundance. But as cheap as they are, are they really worth it? Fish is so easy to make at home. Really – marinate, then cook. No flipping, no frying, no fussing. Bake some potatoes, microwave some veggies, and that’s it – a read more »

Absolutely Almond Trifle

Absolutely Almond Trifle

Posted by on June 7, 2011

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 »

Corned Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

Corned Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

Posted by on March 10, 2011

I love corned beef and cabbage … but only when someone else cooks it! My Irish friends say, “Oh that! ‘Tis nothing to make it!” But my corned beef never quite turns out as tender and tasty as I’d like. Plus, making it does seem like a project to me. I suppose it’s because “my read more »