Chocolate Cupcakes with Raspberry Buttercream Frosting A moist decadent chocolate cupcake topped with frosting made with fresh raspberry puree! Hello, sweet friends! **NOTE: This post was originally published on January 29, 2020. I have recently re-tested this recipe and have updated the recipe to reflect a few changes, as well as, update the photos. I…
Chocolate Cupcakes with Raspberry Buttercream Frosting
Homemade Meatballs and Gravy
Homemade Meatballs and Gravy a quick and easy homemade entree perfect for Sunday dinner! Hello, friends! Over the years, I’ve eaten my share of meatballs. Growing up, my dad’s family was Norwegian. So many a Sunday lunch at one of his aunt’s homes consisted of meatballs filled with spices like nutmeg, ginger, and allspice, and…
DIY Floral Valentine’s Day Wreath!
DIY Floral Valentine’s Day Wreath! Hello, Friends! Can I share a secret? Okay good. So…originally my plan was NOT to make anything this year for Valentine’s Day. I know. I know. I’m a blogger so I’m supposed to make something for every holiday right? Right. But I wasn’t going to. Truth be told, up until…
Shoe Racks Aren’t Just For Shoes Anymore!
Shoe Racks Aren’t Just For Shoes Anymore! Hello, friends! One of the things I was SUPER excited about when we moved into our rental house last year, was the fact that it has a pantry. It’s nothing fancy, and definitely not as big as my dream pantry. But it’s WAY more than what we had…
The Little Vintage Dining Table that Could!
The Little Vintage Dining Table that Could! When we moved into our rental home last August, our moving van was filled to overflowing. Pillows, blankets, baskets, pots, and pans. And boxes and boxes of Christmas decor. But there was one piece that was definitely missing as we unloaded all of our belongings on move-in day.…
Chocolate Chip Muffins
Chocolate Chip Muffins light-fluffy-SUPER moist double chocolatey muffins! Hello, friends! Have I mentioned that I’m married to a chocolate fanatic? No? Well, I am. Yes, that’s right. Michael is obsessed with all things chocolate. Chocolate cake, donuts, cherries. He’s really not picky. His favorite though, is dark chocolate. But frankly, he’d eat a piece of…
7 Ways to Overcome the Winter Blues!
7 Ways to Overcome the Winter Blues! Hello, friends! Winter has definitely arrived here in Minnesota. This morning we awoke to 45 miles an hour wind gusts, more snow, and temperatures down in the low 20’s! Although I’ve lived in this area for most of my life, and LOVE the seasonal changes. I have to…
Orange-Spice Rolls
Orange-Spice Rolls Citrus season is in full swing and I’m taking full advantage! These fluffy rolls are not only filled with bits of orange zest, and warm spices like cardamom and cinnamon but topped with a sweet orange-infused frosting too! Hello, friends! I hope you all enjoyed the merriest of Christmas’ and a safe and…
Homemade Vegetable Beef Soup
Homemade Vegetable Beef Soup Got leftovers? this hearty and healthy soup recipe is a great way to use those holiday leftovers & warm you up from the inside out too! Hello, friends! We are spending time this week with family, but I wanted to pop in and share a quick and delicious recipe with you…
Scandinavian Inspired Christmas Home Tour
Scandinavian Inspired Christmas Home Tour grab your favorite warm beverage and join us for a Christmas home tour inspired by Scandinavian design! Hello, friends! Last week we received such a wonderful response from you all on our grandkid’s playroom all decked out for Christmas. And yes, we have definitely been enjoying the fun and festive…