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Greek Chicken Souvlaki Salad

August 16, 2018 50 Comments »

I love serving my family simple chicken recipes. This Greek chicken souvlaki recipe is exactly that! It's light and healthy but so flavorful, especially atop this Mediterranean salad! I am not a fashionista. My daily uniform consists of jeans and tee shirts. I swap the shirts for fleece in the winter and I swap the jeans for shorts in the summer. Simple. I like it that way. I don't own many dresses or skirts, they make me uncomfortable. My 9-year-old daughter hasn't fallen far from the tree. Although her idea of comfort differs slightly from me. Her daily uniform is leggings and a tee-shirt. Us girls know what we like. I've tried to convince her to give jeans a chance, but she finds them too constricting. I guess that's how I feel about skirts or anything that … Continue reading →

Greek Dressing

August 14, 2018 Leave a Comment »

Greek dressing is a jack of all trades! This is the only dressing you need! Greek Dressing Does It All I am a huge sucker for a really good salad. I eat greens almost every day and when I go out to eat, 9 times out of 10, I order a salad. There is something about greens and vegetables that are so satisfying to me and I want to try as many combinations as possible! A salad, however, is only as good as it's dressing. You could make a … Continue reading →

Denver Omelet Breakfast Sandwich

August 10, 2018 1 Comment »

The classic Denver omelet makes short work out of breakfast when it is tucked inside a breakfast sandwich! This is a simple solution for busy mornings! I'm proud to have partnered with Ohio Poultry to bring you this recipe. Denver Omelet On The Go We start school in 3 weeks!!!! Do I sound just a little excited? I am....just a little. Don't get me wrong, I love having my kids home for summer break. I enjoy having them near me, hearing … Continue reading →

Shrimp and Peach Salsa

August 9, 2018 4 Comments »

This shrimp and peach salsa is an explosion of flavor in every bite! Freshes peaches and spiced shrimp are the key ingredients that will keep everyone dipping in for more! This #TrendingInTheKitchen post was sponsored by Pompeian Olive Oil. This Peach Salsa Is The Best I have been making several trips to the grocery store each week just for peaches. I don't know what it is but right now I am finding the biggest, sweetest peaches. We've … Continue reading →

Rose Sparkling Wine Float

August 8, 2018 Leave a Comment »

This rose sparkling wine float is a cocktail and dessert all in one! This bubbly creation is a little sweet and a little creamy; it's sparkly yet sophisticated! My friends used to give me a hard time because I knew nothing about wine. They were (are) quite the wine drinkers and could discuss brands, varieties, flavors, tannins, etc. I would sip on my craft beer and watch and listen. A few years ago I attended a wine/food pairing … Continue reading →

Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cake

August 3, 2018 2 Comments »

This salted caramel chocolate chip cake is impressive and wholly delicious! This is the cake you serve when you need to impress. Warning, this is cake is not for the faint at heart! Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cake This came is a bit of a misnomer. By the title, you would think it is a chocolate chip cake, but it is not. It is an amazing three-layered vanilla cake coated in the most sinfully creamy, sweet, salted caramel frosting loaded … Continue reading →

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

August 2, 2018 10 Comments »

Quinoa tabbouleh salad is a twist on the classic Middle Eastern dish. Fresh, healthy ingredients make this a side dish you can feel good about serving to your family and friends! I'm proud to have partnered with Bob's Red Mill to bring you this post. Quinoa Tabbouleh: A little Change From The Norm I love my mom's cooking, she is an excellent cook. Mom is an old school cook that rarely uses recipes; everything she makes comes from her … Continue reading →

Lemon Frosted Zucchini Cake

July 31, 2018 1 Comment »

Zucchini cake bakes up and tender and soft then gets topped with a tart lemon buttercream. This is the perfect cake when you need something simple, fresh but show-stopping. Zucchini Cake with Fresh Zucchini My son and I have been waging a silent war over vegetables. I want him to eat more while is trying to avoid eating them all together. So far, I think he is winning. You see during the school year, he knows he is expected to pack fruits … Continue reading →

Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Fig Sauce

July 27, 2018 24 Comments »

oven roasted pork tenderloin fig sauce being served

Simple oven roasted pork tenderloin with the loveliest balsamic fig sauce you've ever tasted! This easy recipe is great for entertaining but can be served any night of the week! I'm proud to have partnered with Ohio Pork to bring you this post. I grew up in a household where dried figs were treated as though they came directly from the gods. My mom would swoon every time she ate one. I never shared her enthusiasm. To me, they always … Continue reading →

Low Country Shrimp Boil

July 26, 2018 51 Comments »

A shrimp boil is the best way to entertain! Shrimp, corn, sausage, and potatoes are slowly boiled together with spices then served with butter and cocktail sauce! This is a fun meal to serve family and friends! Low Country Shrimp Boil Each summer I think back to when my family went to the "low country" for vacation. The low country being South Carolina. Apparently all of Ohio vacations there. so we felt right at home. I think us … Continue reading →

Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Balls

July 24, 2018 3 Comments »

Two classic ingredients come together in these easy to make and easy to eat protein balls! These are the perfect bite-sized snacks when you are on the go! I'm proud to have partnered with Kroger to bring you this post. Protein Balls Keep You Happy My kids eat more in the summer months than they do at any other time of the year. My kitchen fridge cannot stay cool because someone is always opening the door to grab a snack. Sometimes … Continue reading →

Caprese Rice Cake Recipe

July 23, 2018 Leave a Comment »

This Caprese rice cake recipe is the perfect snack! Pesto, colorful tomatoes and mozzarella make a perfect foodie pick me up! Rice Cake Recipe Snack I am a genuine snacker. It is my favorite way to eat! But when I talk about snacking, I'm not necessarily talking about snacking on artichoke dip (although I do love that) or pretzel bites (although I love those too), I'm talking about the mini meals I have throughout the day. My snacks … Continue reading →

Blackberry Vodka Gimlet

July 20, 2018 Leave a Comment »

This is my favorite vodka gimlet! This cocktail is fruity and slightly sweet, it is all good all the time! Blackberry Vodka Gimlet There is a running battle in our family at the moment, it is the battle of the berries. I buy containers upon containers of berries for my family. Each week I buy raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, and blueberries. I would prefer that the berries last all week, but the reality is I'm lucky if they last … Continue reading →

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