Soft and tender blueberry cupcakes are made with plump and fresh blueberries that are baked into a white cake. The brown sugar frosting compliments both the berries and the vanilla baked into each little cake. Blueberry Cupcakes Are Sweet Little Gems One of the first books I ever read to my first born was Blueberries For Sal. This kids book was originally published in 1948 and every bit of looks that old. But the story is simple and sweet. … Continue reading →
Don't stress out over your graduation party. This simple way to dress up ice cream cakes will help you get dessert to your guests quickly! Thank you I Love Ice Cream Cakes for sponsoring this post. Make I Love Ice Cream Cakes the centerpiece of your gathering and find an ice cream cake in a grocery store near you! Ice Cream Cakes Are Easy! Graduations are huge milestones and it doesn't matter if we are talking about a kindergarten … Continue reading →
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is the perfect side for any BBQ! This tangy pasta salad is simple to make, tangy, and delicious! Dill Pickle Pasta Salad Is So Tangy! I believe the all of us fall into two camps; those of us who love vinegar and those of us who are indifferent to vinegar. I definitely fall into the LOVE vinegar camp. This is why I'm drawn to Buffalo sauce, vinaigrettes, mustards and all condiments that are vinegar based. In fact, I … Continue reading →
Mango Raspberry Prosecco Float; dessert or cocktail? Who cares what you call it, as long as you call it delicious! Prosecco Float, Yes Please! We all know those people who use the same adjective to describe everything. You know, the friend who says everything is "amazing" or in my case, a son who says everything is "lit". Lit-what does that even mean? Anyway, you all know what I am talking about. I had a college roommate … Continue reading →
Grilled tilapia is perfect for a fast fresh dinner! Tender white fish is lightly seasoned, grilled and served with a simple basil aioli! Grilled Tilapia Is A Favorite! I have friends whose husbands love to fish. That is a whole world I do not understand. I personally have never fished and frankly, I do not have the desire to fish. Often the husbands will show off pictures of all their catches and first, I'm thinking, ewe. Then I think … Continue reading →
This easy taco salad recipe is loaded with color and flavor. Perfectly cooked and seasoned steak partners with sweet, grilled pineapple, grilled avocados, and veggies for a deluxe taco salad! I'm proud to have partnered with the Ohio Beef Council to bring you this recipe. An Easy Taco Salad Recipe Everyone loves taco night. My kids love it because it feels like fast food but without having to leave the house. I love it because tacos are … Continue reading →
Soft and juicy turkey burgers are grilled to perfection then they are topped with a simple and delicious homemade guacamole! A Fun Kind of Turkey Burger I love the word "Fiesta". It's one of the few words that can truly evoke a feeling that matches its meaning. Do you want to know what I think of I hear that word? I think of bright colors, parties, sombreros, castanets, and margaritas. Is there a more festive drink than a margarita? I … Continue reading →
BBQ Chicken is made with a slightly sweet, slightly spicy cherry chipotle BBQ sauce! This is a fabulous way to enjoy grilled chicken! I love this time of year. The summer is a clean slate, but we have our favorite activities and our "must do" list. We go to the pool at least 3 days/nights a week. We always find time for the butterfly show at the conservatory. Trips to the zoo, the museum and the aquarium (great for especially hot days). … Continue reading →
Nothing is quite as refreshing this minty, cool agua fresca recipe! Each sip of this drink is minty, tart and sweet! Refreshing Agua Fresca Recipe My kids love to have lemonade stands. While I admire their enterprising ambitions, I pretty much hate letting my kids sell things to our neighbors. I suppose I take it all too personally. I feel like I am asking my neighbors for money through my kids. If my kids were selling something good, … Continue reading →
This spinach quiche is so easy but tastes absolutely gourmet! Fontina cheese and caramelized onion make the perfect pair in this dish. This quiche is perfect for any meal! A Spinach Quiche Is So Simple There are two days a year where I want to be treated like a princess. Those days are my birthday and mother's day. Is it too much to ask to be a princess two days out of 365? No, it isn't. On both days, I long for long … Continue reading →
This queso Blanco dip is the only cheese dip you'll ever need! This dip is melty, creamy, and cheesy, with just the right about of spice! I am proud to have partnered with the American Dairy Association Mideast to bring you this recipe. Queso Blanco To Celebrate I don't know much about the origin of St. Patrick's Day or Cinco de Mayo but I love celebrating both holidays. Both holidays have two very important things in common; … Continue reading →
Zucchini cookies that are soft and tender will be all the rage this spring! These cake-like cookies have fresh zucchini, lemons and a secret ingredient that makes them extra special! I am proud to have partnered with Pompeian Olive Oil to bring you this #TrendingInTheKitchen recipe. Zucchini Cookies With A Surprise I love these zucchini cookies. I was so excited to have my family taste this recipe, I was especially pleased with the flavor … Continue reading →
This pizza dip recipe is a must when you are entertaining friends and family! This easy appetizer has all the flavors of a supreme pizza with the crust or the delivery charge! This Pizza Dip Recipe Is Always A Hit All five of us in the lulu household have very different ideas of what should be on a pizza. One of us likes lots of meat, one of us likes a lot of spice, one of us likes veggies, one of us likes pizza without cheese and one of us … Continue reading →