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This and That

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we are sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to s…

Creamy White Beans with Spinach

Whenever I need a super simple meal, I turn to this Creamy White Bean and Spinach recipe. It only takes 20 minutes to make from start to finish and the flavors are incredible! This white bean skillet is made with basic ingredients that I always have in…

The 5 Best Muffin Tins of 2024

You guys already know how much I LOVE  baking muffins! I make everything from healthy banana muffins to decadent double chocolate muffins, and even savory egg muffins. My whole family loves them for a quick breakfast side or snack, and I rely on o…

Breakfast Tacos

Tacos are one of our favorite recipes to make for dinner. Ground beef, veggie, fish, turkey, steak…just to name a few. We also LOVE eating tacos for BREAKFAST! Breakfast Tacos are the BEST! They are easy to make, super satisfying, full of flavor,…

This and That

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we are sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to s…

Pizza Sliders

Pizza is a forever favorite food, but have you tried Pizza Sliders? They are a fun twist on classic pizza and always a crowd pleaser. You have to try them. These Hawaiian roll pizza sliders are filled with pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, peppe…

The 5 Best Stock Pots for Soup of 2024

When it comes to homemade soup, the possibilities are ENDLESS. Cozy soups like my Potato Soup and White Bean Soup are great for chilly days and nights. If you’ve got a bunch of veggies on hand, Homemade Vegetable Soup, Ribollita, or Lentil Soup w…

Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup

We make soup for dinner all of the time, especially during the cold winter months. A few favorites include: Minestrone Soup, White Bean Soup, Zuppa Toscana, Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup, and this Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup. This soup has it all&#823…

Ham and Bean Soup

Whenever we have leftover baked ham from a holiday or a special family dinner, we like to make Split Pea Soup, Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup, or this Ham and Bean Soup. This Ham and Bean Soup is a classic and SO easy! It’s made with juicy, tender ha…

This and That

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we are sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to s…

Goulash

When you are craving comfort food, what do you turn to? A few favorites at our house include chicken pot pie, chicken noodle soup, grilled cheese, mac and cheese, and baked ziti. This American Goulash is also a popular comfort food dish. It is made wit…

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and today I am sharing some fun gift ideas for the day of LOVE! There are ideas for women, men, kids, and even some fun entertaining and home items that will make the holiday extra festive and speci…

Zuppa Toscana

The Olive Garden restaurant made Zuppa Toscana (Tuscan soup) extremely popular. It is a creamy soup made with Italian sausage, bacon, tender potatoes, garlic, and kale. It is rich, hearty, and flavorful. No wonder it is so popular. Well, good news, you…

This and That

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we are sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to s…

Orange Arugula Salad

I love making salads that are satisfying and filled with delicious and nutritious ingredients. It is always fun to play around with different flavors, ingredients, and dressings. This Orange Arugula Salad is definitely a favorite. It is fresh, hearty, …

Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes

This easy baked Pork Tenderloin with potatoes is one of our staple meals for busy weeknights or easy entertaining. It is simple and comes out perfect every single time! The marinade is easy to whisk together and gives the lean pork lots of flavor. Mari…

The 6 Best Pantry Storage Containers of 2024

Is one of your goals to get organized for the new year? A GREAT place to start is in your pantry. I find that having an organized pantry helps me speed through cooking and baking and helps me save money because I can see what I already have on hand. I …

This and That

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we are sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to s…

Honey Mustard Salmon with Citrus Salsa

If you are looking for an easy and healthy meal, I have a the perfect recipe for you! Honey Mustard Salmon with Citrus Salsa. I know it sounds a little gourmet, but this recipe is SO easy! It only takes about 20 minutes to make. You can’t beat th…

Chickpea Soup

Soup season is my favorite season because I LOVE a good bowl of soup. A few of my favorites include: black bean soup, potato leek soup, curry lentil soup, white bean soup, and carrot ginger soup. I also love this Chickpea Soup recipe. It is easy to mak…

This and That

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we are sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to s…

Our Favorite Recipes from 2023

I shared the Top 10 Recipes of 2023 (it’s GOOD list) and now we are sharing our personal favorite recipes from the year. The boys, Josh, and I all picked five recipes that we loved this year. It was fun to look back and pick o…

Top 10 Recipes of 2023

2023 was a VERY delicious year! Today, I am sharing the top 10 recipes that we made and shared in 2023 on our blog, based on page visits. These are new recipes from 2023. I look forward to this post all year long because I love seeing what recipes…

This and That

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we are sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to s…

Ginger Molasses Rolo Cookies

I love Rolo candies. If you haven’t had Rolos, let me introduce you. They are rich chocolate caramel candies wrapped in a shiny foil wrapper. I love using them to make my chocolate Rolo cookies, they are a classic. I also use them to make Rolo pr…

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