Recipes

Foodie Friday + 4th of July = this simple and delicious summer salad recipe by local mama and foodie extraordinaire Jessica from See Salt. Ingredients: cold watermelon oranges prepped and sliced red onion thinly sliced arugula creamy goat cheese olive oil balsamic or red wine vinegar sea salt Directions: Cut watermelon...

Let's face it, at this point in our lives, we all probably know someone who is a gluten free eater.  As more and more people choose to eliminate gluten from their diet as a way to heal the gut,...

When it comes to Easter brunch, deviled eggs have always been and continue to be a family-favorite. The secret to their timelessness? Their versatility! The flavor possibilities are endless! I have included three of my favorite deviled egg recipes...

Good morning. It's no secret that we LOVE our coffee! Today's recipe marries the idea of a nice long “cold” brew that is deliciously smooth and bold with the vietnamese style of using sweetened condensed milk for that perfect...

Now that the holidays are upon us, and if you are anything like me, I am always looking for fun and thoughtful homemade gifts that we can give to teachers, friends, family, and all the hosts of the beautiful...

      No, this post isn't about pie. (Though pie sounds so amazing right now! Yum!) I love all things simple when it comes to cooking/baking. With these 100 degree temperatures in Arizona I hate turning my oven on if I...

It is the PERFECT time of year to enjoy a nice cup of hot cocoa... and it to make it a little more festive, why not add some peppermint?!  The peppermint makes a superb addition to hot cocoa... a...

The Fourth of July is right around the corner and it’s time to celebrate the good ol’ USA! Check out these simple and fun patriotic treats that both you and your preschooler will enjoy making—and eating! 1. Red, White, and...

Happy Friday guys! So we are bringing you another fun Disney themed kids snack (Psst did you see our HIGH FLYING Planes Carrot Snack?!) This is a simple and fun Frozen Olaf character treat. We are giving you a...

My Aunt Thelma was the world's best baker. Seriously. My cousins and I would go over to her little condo each year and play with her dogs while she mixed the dough for the greatest cookies you've ever tasted....

Butter chicken is a modern Indian dish that has fast become a globally beloved dish. After one bite of the generously spiced, savory tomato-cream sauce and the tender chicken that it's cooked in, it's not hard to see why...

It's nearly Independence Day and we've got a tasty grilled meal for you! Read on for a marinade that will take your chicken to the next level! This recipe makes tender, juicy and flavorful chicken. Throw it on the...

The Instant Pot  is one of the most popular cooking tools used in a kitchen. As a working mom, it has been my saving grace on more occasions than I can count. Not only does it live up to it's...

As the hot, hot, HOT Phoenix summer trudges on, we all can use some inspiration in the kitchen… especially when we’re busy with our wonderful kiddos or we don’t feel like standing over a hot stove.  Here are a...

This is a sponsored post. We had the opportunity to review product for this post. Our opinions are our own and this post is an honest one.  Handmade Sushi in just 6 steps.  Here's how + YOUR CHANCE TO WIN...

Have you opened your fridge, and thought "I have nothing for dinner"? When it’s 100 degrees out and we are busy trying to juggle work, summer camp and fun activities, it is hard for us to spend a lot of...

Can you believe that fall is here?! I mean, let's be honest, I'm writing this with rain falling down and a current temperature of 72. That's some serious "fall" for Phoenix given the last 4 months! I cannot wait....

Okay, so we’ve handed out our Halloween candy, jumped on the #pumpkinspiceeverything train, feasted on turkey and all the accompanying carbs… that means we are officially in the throes of the holiday season. Things are about to get real....

This spaghetti dish is going to be a hit! So stay in this Valentine's Day and enjoy this easy and delicious dinner!   Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 6 cloves garlic, minced or grated 2 teaspoons dried oregano 2 teaspoons dried basil 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper...

Love this fun spin on the classic ice cream float recipe. This recipe has apple cider and ginger ale added to vanilla ice cream for a truly delicious treat. INGREDIENTS vanilla ice cream apple cider ginger ale DIRECTIONS Scoop three scoops of vanilla ice cream into a...

Have you ever blended your morning juice or smoothie only to find it’s turned brown on you before you’ve had a chance to finish? SANS is here to help!   SANS is an innovative solution to preserving smoothies, shakes, juices and...

Over the summer I started making these smoothies when I noticed my son started eating everything but his veggies. I want to make sure he eats well, and I while I will always offer veggies with meals, I also...

A delicious breakfast casserole with a blend of rustic bread, eggs, italian sausage, gouda cheese, escarole greens, and wild mushrooms... to serve up for any (special) occasion.  Just perfect for the winter! INGREDIENTS 8 ounces of ground spicy italian sausage 4 cups of...

Summer time cooking in Phoenix is tricky.  It's hot, like really hot, and the idea of even turning on the oven literally makes me want to just eat cold cereal until September. Lately, I have gotten really into cooking...

Every year when fall rolls around, most people look forward to Starbucks PSL. Me? I immediately crave a pumpkin cream cheese muffin... the PCCM! But at 420 calories and nearly $3 bucks a piece, I had to find an...