Memorial Day is only a few days away and you know what that means… summer has officially begun! First and foremost, we must remember those who have served and died for our country. They paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Against the backdrop of barbecues and boating, it’s important to remember what Memorial Day [Read more >>]
Raise your hand if you like beets! Am I the only one raising my hand right now? Come on guys! In honor of Earth Day, I thought it might be fun to put a vegetable twist on an older recipe. I know, I know… it’s not technically Earth Day anymore, but every day should be Earth Day, right?? I [Read more >>]
Summer is not over yet, summer is not over yet…repeat after me. This cheesecake is holding onto the thought and feel of summer, with all the ease that you desire with summer recipes. It would be absolutely perfect to bring to a Labor Day party. Have you tried any of the no-bake cheesecake recipes made [Read more >>]
My stepmom, Esta, and I made this torte. Fact is, it’s pretty much a no-bake cheesekcake or cream pie (or whatever you wanna call it) with fresh Colorado peaches. I’m talkin about the juice-running-down-your-chin-n-forearm-when-you-bite-in, kind o’ peaches. You want to hear how yummy this is?! We brought this wonderful creation over to my grandparents house. My dad and grandparents [Read more >>]
Things I’m digging right now: Living my life like Julia Robert’s in “Eat, Pray, Love”. I’m totally down with gaining 10 lbs in Italy and exploring the world, you know? Weather warm enough to walk around in sandals. Bring on the heat! I promise I’ll never complain about being hot again, ever. Reminiscing with my bestie [Read more >>]
No oven required and perfect for the upcoming summer months… I think we’re still getting spring and summer in Minnesota. I mean… they were here last year. And the year before that. So they’re bound to show up eventually, right? I wasn’t sure whether to call these 1- sticky, gooey, yummy cheesecake pops or 2- lemon-raspberry cheesecake pops. I went with [Read more >>]
Easter is sneaking up on us. In fact, we’re T-minus 4 days. Hence these simple, yet adorable ideas. So let’s get down to business! 4 recipes, 4 days! Easter Bonnet Cookies 1 package (16 oz) Vanilla CANDIQUIK® Candy Coating 24 Round Shortbread Cookies 12 Large Marshmallows, frozen Decorative Icing and Sprinkles Oil-based or Powdered Food Colorings (optional) [Read more >>]
Some things are just too good to be true. Like when your family pranks you by buying you a fake lottery ticket that you just won “$10,000+” with. That’s just mean. Or when…you watch chic flicks and wonder why the man in your life, your husband, future boyfriend, etc - can’t be like that. Or have you [Read more >>]
I’m going to warn you. Let your guard down for a minute. Say goodbye to any willpower you may possess. And do not be afraid of the sugar. Do not be afraid of the sugar. Repeat this an additional seven times. Go ahead and put away the measuring cups. And it gets even better [Read more >>]
Good Morning World. It’s Monday. Definitely Monday, and the feeling of coming down from the weekend high and a weekday “hangover” (not a literal hangover) are in full play. Back to reality and the real world: it does exist. This weekend was one of those where there were simply not enough hours in each day.
However you celebrate the history of the United States - whether it be with fireworks, parades, barbecues, parties, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, games, speeches and ceremonies, etc… ENJOY IT. And wow, it’s (almost) July! That means a lot of things to me. Most importantly: The weather better be awesome this month. We only have a [Read more >>]
