THE PERFECT PASTA SALAD

This perfect Pasta Salad is my favorite summer side dish, but it is also delicious all year. It’s so easy to make, and it’s always a success at potlucks, barbecues, and parties. It also makes an excellent workday lunch. Pasta Salad was one of the first dishes I learnt to make. I guess the major … Read more

Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach

Shrimp and cheese—it’s a classic combination everyone can agree on. And when you combine that hearty duo with some cozy penne pasta and tangy spinach, the only thing left to do is dig in! Waving my hands and feet for this Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta and Spinach! This is the best pasta dish I have … Read more

My aunts used to whip this up

My aunts used to whip this up, and I thought it was gone for good. But guess what? Found it, and it’s even yummier.   There’s nothing quite like a refreshing treat to bring a little joy to your day, and our Strawberry Dole Whip is just the ticket. Inspired by the famous Dole Whip … Read more

Peanut Butter Cookies

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract INSTRUCTIONS:   CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE 

Boston Cream Pie Poke Cake

So why is Boston Cream Pie  called ‘pie’ when it’s really a cake? Well, it dates back to a time when pies and cakes were baked in the same kind of pan and the words were used interchangeably. Our version certainly can’t claim that kind of history, but whatever you want to call it, you … Read more

LEMON CREAM CHEESE BREAD

The loaf cake might just be the unsung hero of the baking world. They’re delightfully unfussy and are somehow appropriate to serve at any time a day. Cake for breakfast? Sign me up! This Lemon Cream Cheese Bread is a deliciously dense loaf cake with a swirl of rich cream cheese through the middle. Yes, … Read more

This chicken salad is delicious

This chicken salad is delicious! The best I have ever eaten in my entire life. A delicious croissant with chicken salad… It’s hard to wait for dinner when you know what’s in your lunchbox! Ingredients List: 3 to 4 cups of cooked chicken, cut into pieces. 1 cup of seedless red grapes, halved. 1/2 cup … Read more

Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls

Chocolate Rice Krispie Balls are easy to make and take just a handful of ingredients. I’ll take you through the simple process, step by step, as you read further. Kids can get in on the fun of making chocolate peanut butter balls with Rice Krispies too. I know my own kids love to help roll … Read more

Meatball Casserole

One Pan Meatball Casserole is one of those dump it and forget it family favorites that everyone loves. It makes a great freezer meal and I’ve adapted it for the slow cooker and instant pot Ingredients pound of ground beef 2 cloves garlic finely chopped 1/3 cup bread crumbs 1 egg 2 tablespoons of chopped … Read more

Cabbage Roll Casserole

Made with simple ingredients, this cabbage casserole is so easy to toss together and can be made ahead of time (on the weekend!). The family and the cook will love this simple and comforting dish! Ingredients 2 lbs ground beef 1 white onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 (24 oz) jars marinara sauce 1 … Read more