Cocoa Banana Rollers

This is a favorite treat at our house. It’s also a great way to use up the last of your cocoa or shredded coconut. The recipe is very simple.  Just slice, roll, and dip! Although my babies are out of preschool (still not sure how they grow so fast), these would be a fun, make-your-own snack for […]

Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup

My good friend, Katie shared the original recipe with me.  I added a few things and this has turned into a much-loved family favorite dinner.  My husband went from being a “Please NEVER feed me soup for dinner!” kinda guy to a “Hey, do you think you could make that chicken tortilla soup for dinner […]

Brownie Accessories

I’m a brownie junkie.  I can eat ’em raw, cooked, frozen, …whatever.  They’re my favorite.   This brownie habit just got worse when I found the recipe for the best fudgy brownies I’ve ever tasted.  Sometimes I even frost them with Martha’s super shiny frosting.   So, this afternoon, I checked out all-things brownie on […]

Well, Butter My Crumpet!

Crumpets are just like English muffins.  However, if the only English muffin you’ve tried has been the bagged brand from the grocery store, you have NO IDEA what you’re missing.  These are tender, chewy, buttery, and bubbly goodness. Toasted, buttered, and topped with some fruity jam – I’m in heaven!  You must sit down to […]

Raw Strawberry Mango Avocado Salad

This sweet, summery salad is juicy and so flavorful – just delicious on top of some baby spinach. My good friend tried an intriguing diet this summer.  She saw the documentary, “Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead” about a man on a mission to lose a considerable amount of weight to reverse his obesity-related symptoms. He […]

Easier Way to Seed an Avocado

The avocado seed can be such a pain to remove.  Then, once it’s out, I feel bad for just throwing it away.  I recently found an easy seed removal technique AND a way to preserve it – even how to use it in my decor as a house plant.   For the longest time, I’ve […]