I know, I know….it’s been far too long since I put something up on the blog. I really don’t have a great excuse, but can I make it up to you by giving some chocolate? Doesn’t chocolate always make everything better? And this is no ordinary chocolate pudding either. The addition of Nutella […]
[Continue reading...]Gluten Free Coconut Walnut Banana Bread
January 28, 2014 Leave a Comment
I was perusing some of my fellow foodie blogs recently, and within a week, two of them posted about one of my favorite quick breads: banana bread. However, they didn’t just stop with your plain ole’ banana walnut loaf. They had to go and add coconut, one of my all time favorite foods. I […]
[Continue reading...]Italian Sausage, Noodle and Spinach Soup
January 13, 2014 2 Comments
Last week, the “real feel” in the Midwest was -40 degrees F. I had a few appointments so I was forced to leave my house and within minutes my hands felt like I had been outside skiing for an entire day. It was FREEZING! And, while the temperatures have warmed up to a balmy […]
[Continue reading...]Power Bites
January 1, 2014 Leave a Comment
Ok, I never thought I would say this, but I’m actually kind of getting sick of dessert. You know it’s bad when you ask your kids what they would like for a snack and the only thing they can come up with is “a treat” or “chocolate.” It’s definitely time to wind down off this […]
[Continue reading...]My Dry Skin Saviors
December 6, 2013 Leave a Comment
Every year, about this time, I need to start adding skin care products to my usual regimen that cater to dry skin. Midwestern winters certainly don’t help, leaving my skin and hair in need of extra attention. I thought I’d compile a list of a few of my […]
[Continue reading...]Sweet Potato Casserole
November 27, 2013 Leave a Comment
Let’s talk Thanksgiving sides, shall we? I like to keep my sides traditional (with the occasional slight update) for the Thanksgiving meal because there is something nostalgic about well loved dishes that bring back memories of time with family and friends. However, I’ve always felt like that old fashioned marshmallow topped sweet potato casserole needed […]
[Continue reading...]One Ingredient Wonders
November 19, 2013 1 Comment
Recently, a friend suggested I start posting more about my secret obsession (not so secret anymore!) with natural skin and body care. The more I read about the harmful chemicals and preservatives we put in our skincare, the more I obsess about finding natural alternatives. The good news is that often you don’t have to […]
[Continue reading...]Fall Cornbread Panzanella Salad
November 11, 2013 Leave a Comment
I’m hosting Thanksgiving at my house this year, and I don’t know about you, but I think it’s fun to add a more unique side to the mix of traditional fare usually served at a Thanksgiving feast. I threw together this salad recently and all I could think while I was eating it is that […]
[Continue reading...]Root Vegetable Soup
November 3, 2013 Leave a Comment
I’ve been wanting to share this soup recipe with you all since I started this blog. But, seeing as we were entering the summer months at the time, it just didn’t seem appropriate. I made this soup a few weeks ago for a friend and now seemed like the perfect time to finally share the […]
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