Chicken Minestrone Soup A hearty soup loaded with fresh vegetables, herbs, pasta, chunks of chicken in a rich broth. I know I’ve been saying for a while now how I’m just itching for spring. But in reality, it’s still winter here in Minnesota. And since I”m all too familiar with our winters and the…
Carrot Cake Bars A moist cake-like bar with carrots& dark chocolate chips- topped with a buttery-sweet cream cheese frosting! Hello, sweet friends! Today I’m sharing one of my favorite early spring dessert recipes. Of course, here in Minnesota, it is still VERY much winter with temperatures falling to -5 this morning along with a few…
Have I mentioned that breakfast is my favorite meal of the day? It is. And my second favorite is brunch. Because then you get to mix breakfast foods with lunch foods and folks it doesn’t get any better than that. Michael and try to have brunch (just the two of us) every Sunday. It’s our…
Bacon Cheddar Puffs! Light and fluffy puffs filled with crispy bacon and creamy white cheddar. Are you ready for some football? Okay, so Superbowl Sunday isn’t for a couple of weeks. But I’m ready for it NOW! Not that I’m a huge football fan. Cause I’m not. I can barely stay awake during one in…
Blueberry Banana Bread A hearty quick bread filled with bananas, blueberries& oatmeal, and topped with sliced almonds! Hello, sweet friends! Okay, so I’ve never been a fan of Mondays. Don’t get me wrong. I don’t blame the day, just the timing of where it falls in the week. Like at the beginning. Right after Sunday.…
5 Ways to Warm & Cozy Up your Home for Winter I’m joining some very talented bloggers for a DIY challenge to share inspiration for warming up your home for winter! Hello sweet friends! I’m super excited today to be joining a group of talented bloggers for another DIY Challenge hosted by my sweet friend, Terrie…
Christmas Sweet Treat Gift Ideas + Free Printables! I’m sharing two of my favorite and (easiest) Homemade gift ideas+free printables and tips on wrapping those sweet treats for all your loved ones! Hello, sweet friends!! Can you believe there is only one week left until Christmas? I don’t know about you all, but I’m not…
English Toffee & More Homemade Gift Ideas! Share how much you love them with special sweet treats from your kitchen and your heart! Is anyone else tired just thinking about all there is left to do before Christmas? LOL! I’m only half-joking here, sweet friends! It truly can get a bit busy (and overwhelming) this…
Cranberry-Sauerkraut Meatballs Homemade meatballs slow-cooked in a tangy-sweet & spicy sauce make the perfect appetizer for the holidays! Hello, sweet friends! Let me start this post by saying that I am NOT a fan of sauerkraut. Now that I’ve admitted that little tidbit let me also say that when I first ate these absolutely incredible…
Spiced Pumpkin & Caramel Trifle Layers of creamy pumpkin mousse, crushed gingersnap cookies, fresh cream & caramel. When it comes to the holidays I’m all about tradition. Like the fact that we ALWAYS serve a big ole’ turkey and lots of mashed potatoes and gravy. And of course pumpkin pie. Except for this year. Because…