Pasta with White Beans and Prosciutto

Pasta with White Beans and Prosciutto

Pasta with White Beans and Prosciutto was one of those meals where as soon as I saw the recipe, I knew that I had to make it and that we would enjoy it.  I don’t buy prosciutto very often and I don’t know why.  It’s such a great flavor added to so many meals.  It’s … Read more

Mac and Cheese with Peas

Mac and Cheese with Peas

I didn’t grow up on baked mac & cheese, I grew up on The Blue Box and I loved it.  I really didn’t know any differently until college and a friend brought over a baked Mac and Cheese with Peas.  Heavenly, I tell you. With that being said, I actually still prefer stove top mac … Read more

Oreo Chocolate Cake

Oreo chocolate cake

I’ve been lusting after this Oreo chocolate cake for quite a while.  I do love Oreo cookies and chocolate cake, and the frosting is just there to hold it all together.  😉  Oreo cake is a decadent, almost over-the-top cake.  Moist, chocolaty, full of flavor, and bursting with Oreo goodness. I modified the original recipe: … Read more

Chocolate Cupcakes with Cookie Dough Buttercream

Chocolate Cupcakes with Cookie Dough Buttercream

Chocolate Cupcakes with Cookie Dough Buttercream it’s a wonderful birthday treat when you have just basic ingredients.The journey to this decision was met with much strife.  Choosing cupcakes/buttercream is hard.  (First World Problem…I know.) I knew from the beginning that I was going to make chocolate cupcakes but I had a difficult time making up my … Read more

Fire Roasted Salsa [Restaurant style]

Fire Roasted Salsa

Salsa is something that I always try to have on hand as it’s a perfect snack.  During the winter months, I always buy a pre-made, jarred version from the grocery store since I don’t can anything in the summer (I know that I should). I really prefer a restaurant style salsa versus a thick and … Read more

Rice Krispie Treats Recipe [PINK for Valentine’s Day]

Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Who doesn’t love Rice Krispie Treats?  I mean, really? They are sweet, gooey, and crispy and they bring you right back to childhood.  Guilty pleasure all the way, and Pink Rice Krispie Treats Recipe, especially for Valentine’s Day! These basically came about because I have marshmallow fluff staring at me and Rice Krispie’s leftover from the … Read more

Blue Cheese Pasta [with Tomatoes]

Blue Cheese Pasta

Pasta is for sure my one number kitchen weakness.  I would eat it every single night of the week.  I’m sure I’ve said this before so I won’t go on and on about my love for pasta, just know that there is great love for it in my kitchen. And here is Blue Cheese Pasta 🙂 … Read more

Old fashioned Soft and Buttery Yeast Rolls

Old fashioned Soft and Buttery Yeast Rolls

These Old fashioned soft and buttery yeast rolls were by far one of the best parts of our Thanksgiving dinner.  I know, I know…bread?  But yes, bread!!  Everyone really loved these rolls: slightly crisp shell, soft and fluffy bread with the perfect sweet and salty flavor. They truly were perfect and I know we’ll be … Read more

No Bake Boston Creme Pie Strata

No Bake Boston Creme Pie Strata

I’m not one to go looking for no-bake desserts but sometimes they just fall into your lap and you can’t help yourself.  I came across this No Bake Boston Creme Pie Strata on Pinterest and as soon as I read the recipe I realized that it wasn’t your average no-bake dessert.  There are definitely some more involved … Read more

Pasta with Ricotta, Lemon, and Spinach

Pasta with Ricotta, Lemon, and Spinach

Sometimes meals happen because you are craving an ingredient, sometimes they happen because it’s what’s on your meal plan, other times they are born out of necessity.  This Pasta with Ricotta, Lemon, and Spinach was one of those times.  I needed to make lunch and I just didn’t want a sandwich and we also didn’t have any leftovers. … Read more