Author name: Maria Lichty

Puff Pastry Apple Tart

Apple pie is a classic dessert. I even love a good apple galette. But whenever I need an EASY apple dessert, I like to make this Puff Pastry Apple Tart. It is made with store-bought puff pastry but looks like a gorgeous dessert from a French bakery! Yo…

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…

Pumpkin Oatmeal Cream Pies

Oatmeal cream pies are nostalgic. When I was in grade school, I used to love finding a Little Debbie oatmeal cream pie in my lunch box. Now, I like to make my own treats from scratch. I created a banana oatmeal cream pie recipe for my cookie cookbook, …

Creamy Orzo

Creamy Orzo is a comforting one-pot dish that takes less than 30 minutes to make. It can be served as a side dish or main dish. It is super satisfying and always hits the spot. I love cooking with orzo, which is a type of pasta that resembles large gra…

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…

Coconut Lime Chicken

Are you looking for an EASY, delicious dinner that the entire family will love? If you answered yes, you have to try this Coconut Lime Chicken recipe. It takes less than 30 minutes to make and is full of flavor! It’s the perfect weeknight dinner….

Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce

I have always loved cottage cheese, even before it was trendy. I love eating it with fruit for a healthy snack or using it to make whipped cottage cheese to eat with veggies and crackers. I also love using it to make homemade ranch dip and PASTA SAUCE!…

Pretzel Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies

I LOVE cookies, they are my FAVORITE dessert. I love the classics like peanut butter cookies, sugar cookies, oatmeal cookies, and of course chocolate chip cookies. I also love creating new cookie recipes. My brown butter salted caramel snickerdoodles a…

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…

Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed peppers always make a satisfying and delicious meal. There are several versions of stuffed bell peppers out there, but we are keeping things classic here! You can’t go wrong with a classic. Sweet bell peppers are stuffed with a savory mix…

Roasted Cauliflower Chickpea Wraps

I love roasted cauliflower and chickpeas together. My roasted cauliflower chickpea tacos are a blog favorite and this roasted cauliflower chickpea salad is so flavorful. I also love making these Roasted Cauliflower Chickpea Wraps. The wraps have bold f…

Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins

I am still trying to use up the garden zucchini, but I am also in the mood for fall, so I made Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins to merge my two favorite seasons together. Plus, I’ve already made a million chocolate zucchini bread loaves and lemon zucchin…

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…

Soy Ginger Meatballs

These Soy Ginger Meatballs are a delicious twist on traditional meatballs. The Asian-inspired meatballs are a flavorful and aromatic dish with a delicious balance of savory soy sauce, zesty ginger, garlic, and lime. The meatballs are tender and juicy, …

Chocolate Chia Pudding

Chia pudding is one of my favorite meal prep recipes to keep in the fridge for easy breakfasts or snacks. Not only is it delicious, but it’s packed with nutrients like fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and protein. When I am in the mood for a something…

Sweet and Salty Puppy Chow

Puppy Chow, also known as Muddy Buddies, is a delicious and addictive snack that’s made with Chex cereal coated in a mixture of chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar. I have been making puppy chow since I was a kid. It is a classic treat, …

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…

Crispy Chicken Croissant Sandwich

You can’t go wrong with a GOOD chicken sandwich. I am talking about a fried chicken sandwich, grilled chicken sandwich, classic chicken salad sandwich, and this Crispy Chicken Croissant Sandwich. All are WINNERS, but every time I make this crispy…

Steak Pasta Salad

I love making pasta salads, especially during the summer months. A few favorite pasta salad recipes include: Italian pasta salad, easy orzo salad, caprese pasta salad, and BLT pasta salad. Grilled steak is also perfect for summertime. Everyone loves st…

No Bake Almond Joy Bars

I love an easy no bake treat! A few favorites include: No Bake Cookies, No Bake Monster Cookie Bars, Peanut Butter Protein Balls, and No Bake Peanut Butter Bars. These No Bake Almond Joy Bars are a delicious treat combining chocolate, coconut, and almo…

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…

Cottage Cheese Creamy Pesto Pasta

Whenever I need an EASY weeknight dinner, I like to make this Creamy Pesto Pasta. It only takes 20 minutes to make and you only need 3 key ingredients. One of the ingredients is a SECRET ingredient…cottage cheese! Cottage cheese pesto pasta is a …

Peach Brie Flatbread

My Pear Brie Flatbread is very popular and one of my favorite appetizers to make during the fall months. I decided to make a summer version and I am so glad I did. This Peach Brie Flatbread is so delicious and features the best summer flavors! This fla…

Brown Butter Peach Baked Oatmeal

Baked oatmeal is one of my all-time favorite breakfasts. I have several favorite recipes; classic baked oatmeal, blueberry, apple cinnamon, carrot cake, peanut butter banana, and more! When peaches are in season, I love ma…

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