When we got back from a trip recently, I came home to some overripe bananas. These were a little riper than I like, but I really try not to waste food, so it was time to make my sweet banana muffins. I have made many quick banana muffins through the years, and this recipe for Sweet Banana Muffins is my favorite. I tend to rework recipes until they are to… Continue Reading
Easy Meatloaf
This easy meatloaf recipe is perfect for dinner any night of the week. We tend to enjoy this in the cooler seasons and serve it with mashed potatoes. It’s really delicious and flavorful! Meatloaf is a great dish for Sunday supper too! Once you mix the ingredients, it just cooks for about an hour and is ready to serve. Hello Friends! I hope that the new year is treating you… Continue Reading
Simplify Your Life with These Finance and Declutter Tips
Simplify Your Life by spending less and managing less. A new year brings a clean slate and it is the perfect time to reflect and make an effort to simplify your life. Be sure to see our winter self-care tips for some self-care inspiration. Hello Friends! It is already mid-January and time for another installment of the Simplify Your Life series. You may recall that my word of the… Continue Reading
Taco Soup Recipe
This easy Taco Soup recipe is a wonderful lunch or weeknight meal idea. Made with all the flavors of a delicious taco, the result is a hearty, flavorful warming soup. This delicious taco soup does not take long to make and it goes wonderfully with warm tortillas or this homemade cornbread. Hello Friends! Are you loving the new year? Today’s recipe is a wonderful hot savory soup idea or lunch… Continue Reading
Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies
These tasty Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies are perfect for a holiday dessert or as an offering for a holiday cookie exchange! Made easily in minutes, and a perfect winter dessert idea. If you love the pairing of Cranberry and Chocolate, be sure to check out our winter Crispy Cranberry Cookie recipe which incorporates the flavors into a perfect Christmas cookie. Hi Friends! It’s been such fun having our holiday… Continue Reading
Best Hot Chocolate Recipe
This Hot Chocolate Recipe is just the warm drink to savor the winter moments. This Hot Chocolate recipe is also great for holiday parties and gatherings. We love hot drinks and this easy hot chocolate recipe is one of our favorites. It has a cinnamon flavor and is perfect for warming up on cold days and nights. Hello Friends! How is your week going? We are enjoying the cool… Continue Reading
Cozy Gift Ideas
It’s time to get cozy and warm-up! I just love gathering near a fire and relaxing and today I am sharing some of my favorite cozy gift ideas. This post contains affiliate links that help support this blog. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Hello Friends! Are you loving thee cooler days? Do you just love to be cozy like me? Honestly, the sense of… Continue Reading
Easy Apple Crisp
This easy apple crisp recipe is perfect for any season. It is also super inexpensive to make and is pure apple goodness. I like to serve it with ice cream, but it is great on its own too! This is the perfect dish to bring to any holiday party. Hello Friends! I hope you are having a wonderful week! We have been decorating and preparing for the holidays. With the… Continue Reading
Baked Sweet Potatoes
These easy baked sweet potatoes are perfect for a side dish for a holiday meal! Made easily in the oven, these do not have added sugar, offering a more savory potato dish that is flavorful and easy! This recipe is also great to make my Sweet Potatoe Soup. Both are great ways to incorporate the flavors of the season into your menu. How was your weekend Friends? We enjoyed a… Continue Reading
Pumpkin Pecan Cookies
These Pumpkin Pecan cookies are just what I needed this weekend. I was so excited we actually got a taste of fall weather! This pumpkin cookie recipe is perfect to celebrate the season! This recipe is perfect for a fun fall dessert idea and they smell delicious when they are baking in the oven. Much like our Pumpkin Spice Cake, these cookies offer a nice taste of pumpkin spice. It… Continue Reading
Welcome Fall Bucket List
Hello Friends! Fall is finally here! Even though it is still pretty warm here, there is just something about the cool breezes and all the things fall that are coming soon that make me giddy. I have truly been taking time to savor moments throughout the week and if you are looking for some fun ways to embrace fall, I am sharing some of my favorites with you. These… Continue Reading
Candied Popcorn Recipe
It’s time to welcome fall! I’m sharing a simple Candied Popcorn Recipe that is great for any season. You can dress it up for any occasion and it is fun, festive and easy to make. It’s always fun to welcome a new season. Now that fall is here, it is time to enjoy all things pumpkin and full of fall color! Hello Friends! Happy first week of fall! I can… Continue Reading
Easy Pumpkin Muffins
These easy pumpkin muffins are perfect for a fun fall dessert or snack any day! Made easily in minutes, these tasty bundles of fall are ready in about 30 minutes. You may also love our delicious Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes or Pumpkin Mug cake recipes. Hello Friends! I am so excited to share a fun recipe with you today. We have been enjoying football games and birthdays with the family… Continue Reading
Homemade Cereal Bars
It has been really busy at my day job with school starting. There is always so much to do and I have come home with limited energy. I did, however, make these Homemade Cereal Bars the other day for snacks. What I love about this Homemade Cereal Bar Recipe is that it makes for a snack that is very packable for lunches, snacks, and on the go nourishment. You can… Continue Reading
Easy Penne Pasta Salad
This Easy Macaroni Salad recipe is a favorite of mine for barbeques and summer gatherings. Cold penne pasta salad is a wonderful, refreshing dish when you want something to go with your picnic or lunch menu that you can make ahead of time.I love to serve my pasta salad with Italian dressing or simple balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Hello Friends! If you are like me, you have been out enjoying… Continue Reading
Spinach Feta Cheese Quiche Recipe
This Spinach Feta Cheese Quiche Recipe is a perfect brunch or lunch recipe for the season. Made with eggs, fresh spinach and two kinds of cheese, it makes a great meal idea. The spinach quiche with feta adds a flavorful flair to the eggs, making it a delicious dish for brunch or even as a dinner – perfectly tasty any time of day. You only need a few ingredients… Continue Reading
Planning For Simplicity
Planning for Simplicity is part of the Simplify Your Life series. Using a planner can help change habits and perspectives to simplify areas of your life. Here are a few steps to help you plan for simplicity. We tend to overindulge ourselves with consumables and excess, and In order to truly simplify, we have to change our mindset and habits. I find that using a planner helps… Continue Reading
Finding Time To Organize
Finding time to organize can be a challenge for many people. In this busy and noisy world it is easy to feel overwhelmed and too frazzled to organize. Having structure and organization actually has been found to reduce stress and anxiety. There are a few tips that I wanted to share to help find time to organize. Finding Time To Organize Make Organizing a Priority If you want to get organized, you… Continue Reading
Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake
This light and easy Pineapple Upside Down cake is delicious and colorful. A perfect summer dessert for a barbecue or luau party. This recipe reminds me of the luau parties my parents hosted when I was a kid. Tiki lights or not, this retro dessert recipe, is a great one to serve any time of year. You can use fresh or canned pineapple. Hello Friends! Ever since my trip… Continue Reading
DIY Jewelry Box Gift Idea
This quick DIY Jewelry Box Gift Idea is perfect for celebrating spring! This post contains affiliate links. See full policy here. Hello Friends! I hope you are enjoying spring as much as I am! There is just something about the flowers blooming and beautiful sun-soaked days that makes me absolutely giddy! We have had a couple of days lately that have reminded us that summer is not too far. Today… Continue Reading
