I can't remember if I've mentioned this before, but my hubby is a bit of a picky eater, so cooking is a little bit of challenge. Of course his pickiness is complicated by the fact that I am trying (and sort of succeeding) to lose weight. I recently bought a new Weight Watchers cookbook and its been … [Read more...]
Strawberry Shortcake Trifle
Recently my sister sent me a picture of a dessert she had made for Sunday dinner. It looked so good, that I demanded more pics and the recipe so that I could share it with my readers! Now that its summer time, I'm eating TONS of fresh berries! They are hard to beat when it comes to summery foods... … [Read more...]
Maple Bacon Trifle #whatsyourtopping
So I've had an idea for a delicious recipe in my head for a while. There is something so homey to me about the idea of combining maple and bacon. Probably because I'm from the north. This combination of flavors with just a hint of smokiness from the bacon almost tastes like … [Read more...]
32 Peanut Butter and Chocolate Recipes!
In my foodie world, there are few things that are more comforting and familiar than the delicious combo of peanut butter and chocolate. Since I've re-kick-started my diet, I'm trying hard not to give into cravings. And as I write this there is a great, big, scary storm outside with the potential for … [Read more...]
Summery Lemonade Recipes
Despite the current weather (What the hecketh Texas???), it's almost summer time! And I've got sweet summery treats on my mind :) There are few things to me that scream SUMMER more than a lemonade pie or pink lemonade cupcake! A little tart and a whole lot of sweet... a little like me? *wink* I've … [Read more...]
Avocado and Pistachio Protein Shake Recipe
I've been playing around with protein shake recipes lately. I've had a bit of a love/hate relationship with the shaklee protein shake mix... I love the results, but kinda hate the texture. I've finally found a recipe that takes care of my textural issues! Woot Woot! Introducing my new favorite … [Read more...]
27 Strawberry Recipes
There are few things in the world I love more than fresh strawberries. I have fantastic memories of family strawberry picking, stuffing myself full while still trying to fill a basket. One for the basket 2 for me ;) Well its spring now, and I've got strawberry fever! I've put together a round up of … [Read more...]
Simply Sweet: Low Calorie Strawberry Dessert and a Picnic with Myself
Some times I crave something simple, sweet and easy. This Simply Sweet Strawberry Dessert is kinds of hard to beat. At 120 calories its diet friendly too! Now I can't exactly call this a recipe, since I didn't do anything but layer the already made ingredients, but who cares when it … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter, Chocolate and Caramel Dessert Dip
I gave ya'll a little teaser on monday about the delicious dessert dip I made for Game Day. Well let me tell you... its better than crazy delicious! I'm addicted! This peanut butter, chocolate and caramel dessert dip is good on practically anything! On Saturday evening I tested it out on celery, on … [Read more...]
Keeping Game Day Simple #MealsTogether
You might not know this about me, but I am a BIG Football fan. Some of my favorite childhood memories were watching football with my Dad after church on Sundays. Of course these sunday afternoon games required snacks, but nothing is better than the food for the BIG GAME. Since I now live in Texas, I … [Read more...]
Sesame Chicken with Roasted Broccoli #frozenfavorites
Remember that time that I made a New Years Resolution to live a healthier lifestyle? Its been tough. I have this bad habit of forgetting to eat and then I suddenly feel like I am starving! Next thing I know I am eating everything in sight! So I decided that I need to stock my freezer with some quick … [Read more...]
Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
Winter weather and Holidays call for some good-old-fashioned comfort food! And what better comfort food than Chicken and Dumplings! I was inspired by an episode of Diners, Drive ins and Dives that I recently watched with my hubby. I wish I could tell you what restaurant and what city Guy Fieri was … [Read more...]
