We are finally into the month of March and Easter will soon be here. I'm one of those type's of people who likes to get her holiday shopping done and this year...I'm making it easy on myself for friend & family members who don't live nearby. One of my favorite places to shop for gourmet foodie … [Read more...] about Gourmet Gift Baskets – Easter Gift Giving
Food and Recipes
Easy-to-Make Granola Truffles Recipe
For the past 3-4 months I've been really working on changing my dietary needs into something a little bit more healthier. I'm now approaching the BIG 5-0 and it's time to get serious about weight loss. One of the things I've been enjoying the past few weeks in some good old fashioned granola … [Read more...] about Easy-to-Make Granola Truffles Recipe
Carrington Farms Flax Burger Recipe
Tired of the standard cheeseburger? Looking for something just a little bit different? If so, check out this recipe from Carrington Farms. Carrington Farms Flax Burger Recipe 1 pound thawed ground beef, lean ground turkey or bison, veal or your favorite meat 2 Tbs finely chopped onion 1 … [Read more...] about Carrington Farms Flax Burger Recipe
Guilt-Free Halo Top Creamery Ice Cream
I have been trying to eat healthier and exercise, but when the weekend rolls around, I’m ready to let loose and enjoy myself a little. Whether it’s movie night with the family or having the girls over for appetizers and wine, there’s always the quest to enjoy something sweet. I love dessert and I … [Read more...] about Guilt-Free Halo Top Creamery Ice Cream
200 Best Sheet Pan Meals Cookbook
Getting dinner, or any meal for that matter...to the table can be a challenge on most days, but when the work days are long & everyone in the household is busy, it can seem like an impossibility. That is, unless you have the 200 Best Sheet Pan Meals Cookbook by author Camilla Salisbury. By … [Read more...] about 200 Best Sheet Pan Meals Cookbook
Easy Weeknight Dinner: Chicken Sausage and Seasoned Rice Recipe
For the past few weeks I've been sharing with all of you some delicious recipes using the all natural al fresco products. I love these products for many reasons but the two biggest are: 1. all natural and contain less fat 2. they're easy-to-prepare. During the weeknights I'm too busy to spend 2-3 … [Read more...] about Easy Weeknight Dinner: Chicken Sausage and Seasoned Rice Recipe
Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving
I've been doing home preserving or some form of home canning for the past 25+ years. I love to get into my kitchen and make up a few batches of homemade jam, jellies, conserves, chutney, soft spreads and more. These little treasures are always welcomed at my table, especially during the winter … [Read more...] about Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving
4-Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
I've been making grilled cheese sandwiches for the kids for over 40 years. When the kids were little, I just used 2 slices of white bread and slapped a piece of white American cheese in the center. Sauteed the sandwich until the cheese had melted and usually the kids enjoyed a bowl of tomato soup … [Read more...] about 4-Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe