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Pasta Primavera

Pasta Primavera

In Italian, primavera (pree-muh-VEHR-uh) means spring style; with foods, it refers to fresh vegetables. A favorite pasta dish of mine, because i am a veggie lover!!! But, do not not fear.. this recipe is super adaptable. Grilled or rotisserie chicken, or shrimp can simply be added to make it even more dynamite. Don’t…

let’s taco ’bout being two & Charlotte’s fiesta party

let’s taco ’bout being two & Charlotte’s fiesta party

let’s taco ’bout being two & Charlotte’s fiesta party! Our Charli girl turned two on March 25th. Quarantine was in place all across the United States and a week prior to her birthday, Washington state officially went into lockdown. We celebrated with all of her…

Grandma Martha’s Rice Krispy Treats

Grandma Martha’s Rice Krispy Treats

My first experience in the kitchen growing up that I can actually rememeber was making these treats with my great grandma. It wasn’t chocolate chip cookies or no bake chocolate cookies but these peanut butter rice krispies. Don’t mistake me.. these are so tasty but…

Strawberry Mint Shortbread Cookies

Strawberry Mint Shortbread Cookies

This is a soft shortbread cookie that isn’t overly sweet with a light cream cheese buttercream, fresh strawberries and mint to cut some of the sweetness. The strawberries can easily be switched to another fruit you may have on hand, like blueberries or raspberries and…

Chopped Salad Pizza

Chopped Salad Pizza

Often I will thumb through Pinterest when I need some fresh inspiration. I came across this recipe and wanted to try it IMMEDIATELY. I used my tried and true pizza crust recipe that can be made so fast if you are in a hurry or…

Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry Shortcake is a favorite among so many people. We all have different approaches in how it should be done.Biscuit vs. Shortcake vs. Angel Food Cakewith or without whipped cream, ice-cream, or saturated in milk. This is another recipe on strawberry shortcake but IT.IS.GOOD! Of the many…

Loaded Sweet Potato

Loaded Sweet Potato

Sweet potatoes and yam’s are a staple at our house. One of my favorite ways to prepare it is to roast it and then STUFF it. There are endless flavor options to choose from, but I always have these ingredients on hand for the most…

Southwest Mango Quinoa Salad

Southwest Mango Quinoa Salad

Quinoa Quinoa.. Either loved or disliked by many. This dish is so easy and flavorful. With the sweet juicy mango and lots of crunchy vegetables to balance some texture, I’m sure the haters won’t hate (at least as much 😉 ) I often get so tired…

Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta

Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta

Panna Cotta is an Italian custard that is smooth and can be as simple as this vanilla one or flavored with espresso, chocolate, or more! The options are endless. But GOODNESS!! This is an absolute favorite when it comes to desserts that I want to…

Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

What I like about this easy vinaigrette is its versatility. It pairs perfectly with a salad that contains citrus or a crisp apple to even the simplest savory garden salad around. You can make this ahead of time or on the spot. See at the very…