Chicken Meatballs warmed in a homemade sweet-and-sour sauce studded with fresh bell peppers, served over a brown rice-quinoa blend for a perfect, quick, and easy fall dinner as the kids head back to school.
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Monday, September 14, 2026
Sweet and Sour Chicken Meatballs #FallFlavors
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Strawberry Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookies #SundayFunday
These delicious cookies couldn't get much easier. So flavorful and beautiful with minimal ingredients and hands-on time.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Veggie Wraps and the Weekly Menu
Friday, August 14, 2026
Grilled Zucchini Carbonara and the Weekly Menu #FarmersMarketWeek
We celebrated National Sneak Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor's Porch Day earlier this week. I was, in fact, gifted Zucchini from my neighbor. If you aren't that lucky, pick some up next time you are at your local Farmers Market because you are going to want to make this delicious Grilled Zucchini Carbonara.....
Today is the final day of Farmers Market Week......
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Carlota de Limón #SundayFunday
What to do when the theme for your Sunday Funday Blogging group is Cakes around the World, and temps are at record highs while air quality is at record lows? You make an Icebox cake from Mexico that is quick, easy, delicious, and requires absolutely no baking!!
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
2 Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream #IceCreamSocial
Ok, you caught me.....I lied. This Ice Cream is supposed to be only 2 ingredients, but I had to add a little milk to get the consistency I wanted. So I guess this is actually 3-ingredient ice cream, unless your bananas are a little riper and creamier than mine.
Sunday, May 31, 2026
Grilled Carrots #SundayFunday
Grilling carrots is a wonderful way to bring out their sweetness while still leaving them tender-crisp.
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Ground Pork Fried Rice and the Weekly Menu
This colorful, delicious, semi-homemade dinner comes together quickly, starting with ground pork. It is flavorful, tasty, and nutritious. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, but you can also use precooked rice from those microwaveable cups or pouches with great results. If you have leftover or fresh veggies, feel free to add them to this stir-fry. A package of frozen stir-fry vegetables makes this meal quick and easy.
Friday, March 27, 2026
Pineapple Pistachio Cake #SpringSweetsWeek
This delicious cake starts with a boxed cake mix and is finished with instant pudding and frozen whipped topping. I served it up for my brother's birthday, which we celebrated on St. Patrick's Day.
Monday, March 23, 2026
Napoleon #SpringSweetsWeek
This easy-to-make, semi-homemade, elegant-looking dessert takes just a few minutes of hands-on time with delicious, stunning results.
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Protein Packed Noodles #SundayFunday
Perfect for a Meatless Monday or Lenten Friday Meal, this noodle bowl gets a double punch of protein from peanut butter and silken tofu.
Friday, February 27, 2026
Sausage and Plum Traybake and a Book Review #LitHappens
Evidently, what we call a Sheet Pan Dinner, here in the States, is called a Traybake in England. A popular traybake in England includes sausage and plums. I have no idea if this dinner resembles what you would get if you were visiting the UK, but it was well enjoyed here.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
C is for Chicken
It's definitely Chili weather here in Michigan, and we have been enjoying a lot of it. This version is made with lean white-meat chicken breast and white beans, flavored with green chiles and cumin. It is scrumptious.
Friday, January 30, 2026
Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs and the Weekly Menu
I enjoy cooking and spending time in the kitchen, but somedays I just want something easy like these oven-baked BBQ chicken thighs that take only moments of hands-on time and deliver a delicious dinner with little effort.
Friday, January 16, 2026
Hot Honey Pecans, A Book Review and The Weekly Menu #CooktheBooks
Just 2 simple ingredients, 5 minutes of time, and 1 wonderful, healthy snack. These Hot Honey Pecans are great by themselves, a wonderful addition to trail mix, or a delicious topping on salads.
Sunday, December 28, 2025
The 3rd Day of Christmas and a Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe for #SundayFunday
On the third day of Christmas, I am sharing an easy, make-ahead jalapeno popper dip that is perfect for bringing to that NYE party. All the flavors that you love in a popper in dip form for scooping onto crackers.
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Pumpkin Gnocchi #SundayFunday
This colorful gnocchi takes only minutes to make. They are delicious as a main vegetarian dish in a garlic butter sauce or as a side to whatever protein you are serving.
Sunday, October 5, 2025
Leftover Kabob Fajitas #SundayFunday
This delicious meal starts with leftover kabobs. You can use chicken, beef, or a combination of both. Slice up the leftover meat and vegetables, place in a crockpot with a package of fajita seasoning and some water, and enjoy your day. When you are ready to eat, heat up some tortillas, and dinner is served.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Yogurt Bowls with Strawberry Swirl
I made a Strawberry Puree with some strawberries that were no longer beautiful but still perfectly ripe and delicious. This puree works well in smoothies or stirred into yogurt for a quick breakfast treat.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
P is for Pasta with Preserved Lemons
Looking for a quick, delicious, and easy meal? I've got you covered with this pasta in a simple sauce made with only 5 ingredients, ready in the time it takes to boil your pasta.















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