Butterscotch Walnut Cookies

The holidays are the perfect time for some homemade baked goods! But I have good news: you don’t have to be an expert in the kitchen to whip up some seasonal sweets. I have a butterscotch walnut cookie recipe that you’re sure to love – and that will taste more homemade and complex than itContinue reading “Butterscotch Walnut Cookies”

Halloween Sweet & Salty Snack Mix

We are so close to Halloween! Although I personally am not a fan of anything too spooky or frightening, I do love the excitement that comes with dressing up, eating lots of candy, and celebrating fall. I particularly like this season this year, now that my little one is just over two and can engageContinue reading “Halloween Sweet & Salty Snack Mix”

Lazy-Lady Veggie Soup

I’ve said it before: I am not a seasonal food person. I think if you like food, you should be able to eat it whenever you want, so that means chili in summer or hot cocoa in spring. However, some things are just the right amount of cozy for certain times of year. Think ChristmasContinue reading “Lazy-Lady Veggie Soup”

4-Ingredient M&M Cookies

I have always liked the M&M cookies in the grocery store. You know, the ones that come in a plastic container and are made by the bakery and deli at the grocery store in your local neighborhood store? They have M&Ms or some attempt at M&Ms – some chocolate coated candy baked into them. AndContinue reading “4-Ingredient M&M Cookies”

Crock Pot Bacon Green Beans

When I was little, I hated green beans. And when I say I hated them – I mean, y’all, I would count them out so I only ate as many green beans as my mom said I had to. Oh, three bites so I could leave the table? The three shortest beans, it was then!Continue reading “Crock Pot Bacon Green Beans”

Easy (& Healthy) Yogurt Parfaits

If you have been following me on social media, you likely know that I am working on my personal wellness. (If you don’t follow me yet, shameless plug here: check out my Facebook, Pinterest, or Instagram today!) I’ve been fairly open about my difficulties with the subject of personal wellness and health. A lot ofContinue reading “Easy (& Healthy) Yogurt Parfaits”

Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

I love pasta salad! To be fair, I love carbs, so it might just be that I love pasta… but I do like veggies a lot too, and I really enjoy pasta salad dishes in the summertime. They’re the perfect compliment to a grilled hamburger or a BBQ sandwich!  If you’ve been around for aContinue reading “Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad”

Cheesy Bacon Ranch Dip

If you are tired of being asked to bring napkins or ice to weekend cookouts or family holidays, I have the perfect solution for you! My cheesy bacon ranch dip and a fresh veggie tray are the absolute perfect way to impress without needing too many ingredients or too many kitchen skills! This recipe justContinue reading “Cheesy Bacon Ranch Dip”

Strawberry Poke Cake

I was feeling adventurous this most recent Mother’s Day, and I tried making a Strawberry Poke Cake. This recipe is SO easy and SO delicious! It’s perfect for a hot day because it’s really refreshing and light!  Here’s what you’ll need: 1 box of white cake mix & all listed ingredients  1 regular sized tubContinue reading “Strawberry Poke Cake”

Simple Chicken Casserole

This recipe has come to you on the blog because it’s been requested recently. I shared a picture on my Facebook and Instagram accounts, and several of y’all reached out or commented to ask for the details. I recently made this for my boyfriend, and he said – and I quote – “hey, this isContinue reading “Simple Chicken Casserole”