Okay, so maybe that title is a bit dramatic, but I’ve been perfecting this for a while now and I truly believe that it is just the bee’s knees. I love it, I think that my toddler loves it even more than me, and my (sometimes hard to please) hubby also thinks it is great. WIN for MOMMY! How did …
Guacamole In A Pinch (aka 5 Minute Guac)
This seriously took me 5 minutes to make. Literally…5 minutes! If you are reading my blog, you are probably a *real* foodie, too; meaning, you likely strive to eliminate processed foods, GMOs, and other unsavory “foods” from your diet. Well, then this recipe might come as a bit of a surprise to you. Let me explain… Yes, I, too, LOVE …
Broccoli, Cheese, & Bacon Donuts
Yes, you did read the title correctly. I’d like to introduce to you broccoli, cheese, and bacon…donuts. Hey, why not!?? Donuts are fun…especially mini-donuts. Don’t have a mini-donut pan!?? Oh my, you are reeeealllly missing out. Please, pick one up. They are quite affordable and you can make some super creations in them. You can (and really, really should) get …
2nd Birthday *REAL* Food Cake
In the weeks leading to my toddler’s recent 2nd birthday, I ‘pinned’ several options while trying to decide on the ‘right’ birthday cake. I knew that this was something I wouldn’t tackle on my own and I wanted to use a tried-and-true recipe. I shared a few options on my Facebook page; in fact, I shared 3 top contenders. A …
Seriously? Just Eat The Damn Cookie! & a homemade icing sugar recipe
Ooooooo, do I have a treat for YOU today! Well, perhaps I do. Let me first ask… Do you like cookies? Haha…who am I kidding!? Between the toddler, hubs, and I, we actually go through a lot of cookies in our home. There are plenty of *real* food cookies that I have learned to make that not only give me …
Secret Ingredient Creamy Tomato Pasta (DF, w/ GF option)
I am stoked! My first guest post over at one of my favorite bloggers is now LIVE! I am honored and humbled to be guest posting for the lovely Kristin over at Live Simply. Over the past few months, I feel fortunate that I’ve had the opportunity to get to know a small group of bloggers (including Kristin) and that …
Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken Recipe
I don’t think that I could be more excited about today’s post. Eeeek! One of my bestest blogging buddies (who quickly became someone I am proud to call a friend) has dropped by to share  a *real* food recipe with all of you. Kristin, from Live Simply, never disappoints in her recipes (trust me…I’ve made several). If you are looking …
Apple Tart (Grain, Nut, & Dairy Free)
Fall is officially here! I don’t know about you, but my absolute favorite time of the year is the fall! The crisp air, leaves turning colors, comfy sweaters, and yummy pumpkin spice latte’s! I can’t get enough. Another perfect fall food is apples. My husband and I currently reside in southern Illinois and one thing I love about this place is …
Soaked Oats, Nuts, & Pumpkin Breakfast Bars
Welcome to day 5 of the 31 Days of Homemade Halloween series in which I am grateful to be participating. If you don’t subscribe to my newsletter or follow me on Facebook, you might have missed this news. I am working together with five other UhMaaaZing bloggers to bring you a new post each day that will help get …
Soaked Oatmeal Cookie Muffin Recipe (& new baking cups AND a giveaway)
Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. Oooooo, what a treat I have for YOU today. Three treats, to be exact… A recipe, a product review, AND a giveaway!!! I’ve been on a mission to create a rich, yet soft, delicious muffin and I finally got it! …after several fails. I don’t mind sharing my fails. Hey, …