This easy-to-make, semi-homemade, elegant-looking dessert takes just a few minutes of hands-on time with delicious, stunning results.
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Monday, March 23, 2026
Napoleon #SpringSweetsWeek
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 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.
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.
Sunday, July 20, 2025
Brownie Pizza #SundayFunday
Life doesn't get much easier than this Brownie Pizza. Boxed mix, topped with canned frosting and sprinkled with fresh fruit. Simple, Beautiful, and always a hit whenever it is served.
The Sunday Funday Bloggers are celebrating Junk Food today.....
Friday, July 11, 2025
Venison and Green Bean StirFry and the Weekly Menu
Venison steaks, thinly sliced and quickly marinated in Asian flavors, before being stir-fried with fresh Green Beans. A quick and easy weeknight meal.
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Macaroni Ranch Salad #SundayFunday
This quick, easy pasta salad is made in less than 20 minutes with whatever ingredients you have available. I am sure this is one of the reasons this Southern-American dish became a classic.
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Honey Mustard Chicken Strips #SundayFunday
This quick and easy chicken dish uses strips for a short cooking time before glazing with a delicious mixture of honey and dried mustard.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Nutella Stuffed Crescent Rolls #SpringSweetsWeek
Looking for a quick and easy pastry for your Easter or Mother's Day Brunch? Look no further than these no muss, no fuss stuffed Crescent Rolls, requiring only 2 ingredients and 15 minutes.
Sunday, February 23, 2025
VORP #SundayFunday
What the heck is VORP you ask? Well, we have all heard of GORP the synonym for Trail Mix, VORP is my version using leftover Valentine's Day Candy as one of the key ingredients.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Hamburger Hotdish and a Book Review #LitHappens
This quick and easy casserole was a favorite when I was young. I forgot all about it until I was reading The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride in which this dish was served up for dinner one evening.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
B is for Beans with a Bonus Book Review
This is a simple, delicious salad. A perfect side dish for the cold winter months when fresh produce is not at it's peak. On the off-chance there are leftovers you can add a can of tuna and enjoy it for lunch the following day.
Sunday, December 1, 2024
Impossible Lemon Pie and a Book Review #SundayFunday
This lemon custard pie takes only a few ingredients and minutes to make before putting it into the oven. It is creamy, satisfying and delicious.
Monday, October 28, 2024
Quick and Easy Charred String Beans
This quick and easy side dish is perfect to serve with whatever you have on your holiday table. I used a mixture of green and yellow beans for color but you can use all green beans if you like.
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
V is for Vietnamese
This delicious chicken stirfry is flavored with lemongrass and fish sauce, flavors distinctive to Vietnamese dishes.





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