I have a confession to make. I am a chocolate milkshake addict! Seriously, Every week I whine and complain until I get my chocolate milkshake fix! It is my one fast food indulgence that I allow myself to enjoy. Recently I was asked to do a taste test comparison between two fast food restaurant … [Read more...] about Sonic Real Ice Cream Chocolate Shake vs McDonald’s McCafe Chocolate Shake
Food and Recipes
Fresh and Easy Cucumber Salad Recipe
I love summer and all of the fresh veggies that we can handle. I love cucumbers and have wonderful memories of a cucumber salad that a friend of my mothers used to make when I was a child. It was amazing. My mom also made a cucumber salad that I grew up eating and still enjoy today. I want to share … [Read more...] about Fresh and Easy Cucumber Salad Recipe
Cheddar Ice Cream Recipe
Did you all know that July was National Ice Cream month? I knew that and every year I celebrate it because I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE homemade ice cream! Do you have a favorite flavor of ice cream? Tell us! Today's recipe and photo is courtesy of the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain and Chef Audrey … [Read more...] about Cheddar Ice Cream Recipe
Delicious Food from Simply 7 Snacks
If you know me, you know I like my snacks. Anytime of day you may catch me snacking on yogurt and fruit, an apple with sunflower seed butter, crackers and hummus, chocolate, or chips and guac or salsa. I especially love snacks that combine my love of snacking goodness with my desire to eat better … [Read more...] about Delicious Food from Simply 7 Snacks
Red Velvet Cookie Sandwiches Recipe
I love red velvet cake and cupcakes but never have tried a red velvet cookie sandwich, have you? This delicious looking recipe is courtesy of Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain. National Ice Cream Month may be wrapping up, but the summer season isn’t over yet. Audrey Enriquez, pastry chef at … [Read more...] about Red Velvet Cookie Sandwiches Recipe
Bella’s Biscotti Authentic Italian Cookies
When I was 17 years old I had the pleasure of spending 21 days in Italy with my family. That was my real first experience with Italian cuisine since I was raised mainly on Mexican food. From that time on, I was in-love with everything that had to do with Italian food! Many times I have search for … [Read more...] about Bella’s Biscotti Authentic Italian Cookies
Fast and Easy Grilled Chicken Recipe
I love to grill meats and one of my favorite meats to grill is chicken. Chicken thighs, to be exact. They are my favorite. When the boneless, skinless thighs are on sale, I make sure to grab several packs because they grill up super fast and end up moist and tasty. They are easy to add to salads for … [Read more...] about Fast and Easy Grilled Chicken Recipe
Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe
Who loves ice cream? Who loves homemade ice cream? C'mon now, raise your hand!!! Okay, I admit...we LOVE ice cream here in our home but we really love to make it ourselves. We grow several different kinds of fruits here on our property so making homemade ice cream and frozen yogurts is something we … [Read more...] about Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe