Stacked Caprese Salad is so beautiful and so simple to make – it’s the perfect salad for any occasion! I love Caprese everything! Oh my. I love it so much! Heirloom tomatoes with fresh mozzarella and just the right amount of fresh basil and olive oil completely makes my heart melt. I’m sure I …
Chocolate Chip Biscotti is a delicious spin off the classic Italian Cookie! A really good Biscotti cookie is pretty hard to pass up… especially when served along side your favorite warm beverage! Italians figured out a really good thing when they invented these little babies. But, I’ve just gotta say that adding in the mini …
Spring has sprung, and Easter is just days away! We were delighted to see some fun ways to feed out sugar cravings and enjoy some of Spring’s pretty colors in the link up. We especially loved the ideas out there for candy barks. Check out these five delicious recipes! Super Saturday #90 and Candy Bark …
I love making crafts that go along with books! I feel like it’s such a fun way to extend the book and to get quality time with my preschooler at home. We’ve been reading Five Green and Speckled Frogs this last week and singing the speckled frogs preschool song every day so we decided to …
Coconut Apricot Chia Seed Pudding is simple to make, healthy, and SO delicious! Promise. You’ll love this one! I used the Truvia Brown Sugar Baking Blend in this recipe- it tastes just like normal brown sugar but with less calories… a win-win in my book!! I am so glad it’s spring… it just makes my heart so …
Banana Pudding in a Jar is a fun spring time dessert! It’s easy to transport and always a crowd pleaser. You’re going to laugh when I say this but my first recollection of banana pudding was at the buffet restaurant Golden Corral, as a little girl I fell totally in love with it! Honestly, …
Easy Green Bean Casserole is just that~ EASY! Yes, siree. Delicious and easy to make equals perfect for your Easter dinner! Holiday dinners are all about the comfort foods, right?! This recipe can be made ahead just like Monday’s Lion House Potato Casserole and then they can be baked off together about 45 minutes before …
Thanks for participating in the Best Recipes and DIY Projects Party last week! We’re thrilled to share some of our favorite links from last week’s link party with you. With Easter fast approaching, we were delighted to find some quick and easy ideas for decorating. Maybe this weekend, we’ll try making a bunny banner just …
Our Shortbread Cookies Recipe are a classic European Cookie that goes perfectly with hot chocolate, coffee, or tea. We love how simple these short bread cookies are to make with only four ingredients. Why we love Shortbread Cookies Recipe My Gram loved Shortbread Cookies. She always had a tin of the Dansk Butter Cookies around …
Easy Breakfast Casserole a delicious way to feed a large crowd breakfast! It’s quick and easy to make and ready in a jiffy. We got this yummy recipe from our friend Carol- she’s a pro at it and can whip it up in no time at all! It’s perfect when you have a crowd to …
Thanks for participating in the Best Recipes and DIY Projects Party last week! We’re thrilled to share some of our favorite links from last week’s link party with you. We’ve come down with a bad case of Spring fever, and now we can’t stop thinking about things that bloom and grow. Our green thumbs are …
Hello, everyone at Cooking with Ruthie! It’s Amanda from High Heels to Hot Wheels. Thanks for having me back. As I write this, I have just rounded out a full day of working mommy-hood! Complete with implementing new HR controls at work among all my usual/unusual daily tasks as the Curator of M&Z Chaos, picking …
Carrot Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting will make you famous where ever you take it. It’s SO Delicious! This carrot cake is everything you LOVE about carrot cake- moist, dense, and decadent. I love raisins so I add them in, if you’d rather have walnuts instead of raisins then replace them with equal amounts. …
Truvia Lemon Orange Tea to keep you warm on those chilly spring nights! I honestly wouldn’t survive the winter months without my evening cup of tea. It’s totally my “thing”. I look forward to snuggling up and enjoying my evening cup of tea ALL day long 🙂 With all of that said I am sure …
Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Choffy Syrup- a healthier pancake with a little bit of chocolate and a tasty syrup makes for a pretty fabulous breakfast or brunch! I love this pancake base, it doesn’t use any oil but instead greek yogurt for moisture AND I can promise you that no one will ever guess! They …
Lion House Potato Casserole is a cheesy, creamy, and with that little bit of crunch with from the topping it makes this recipe the perfect side dish for any occasion! We love this dish at family gatherings, it’s tradition for most holidays~ especially at Christmas and Easter time. I’m positive you’re family will love this …
Thanks for participating in the Best Recipes and DIY Projects Party last week! We’re thrilled to share some of our favorite links from last week’s link party with you. With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, we couldn’t pass up the links that featured edible green. Try these green treats and eats to celebrate …
I’m so excited to have Dru from Polka Dot Poplars here with us today! Her Easy Bunny Pattern is so adorable!! You’re going to love it… There’s just a week until the first day of Spring can you believe it? Here where I live it’s felt like Spring most of the winter. We’ve been spoiled. …
Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats are a simple and festive way to celebrate St. Patties Day! These are the easiest little treats to make EVER!! All you need is a microwave and 3 ingredients and you’re ready to make a festive St. Patricks Day creation in just a few minutes 🙂 I’m a huge fan of …
Lemon Coconut Muffins are just what your spring time brunch needs- they’re moist and flaky at the same time! Yummmm. I’m so happy Spring has officially sprung! I love all the seasons but Spring is my fave… I love to see all the beautiful daffodils, tulips, and iris bloom one right after the other. I …
Are you asking yourself “what in the world is that?” Spanakopita is a Greek appetizer that’s packed with two kinds of cheese and spinach! YUM. Spanakopita is just fun to say- don’t you think? It’s a savory pie that’s eaten warm from the oven or room temperature. It’s the perfect appetizer for your St. Patricks …
Beef Bourguignon is a classic French dish that has been adored for years and years! It’s comfort food at it’s finest but don’t worry it’s simple enough to successfully make in your own kitchen! When I first made this dish in Culinary School I was intrigued, reading over the recipe I thought it was sure …
Thanks for participating in the Best Recipes and DIY Projects Party last week! We’re thrilled to share some of our favorite links from last week’s link party with you. Super Saturday #86 and St. Patricks Day Features Pot of Gold Playdough from Krystal’s Kitsch Luck Quote from Creating Really Awesome Free Things Pot of Gold …
PB&J Muffins are a fun weekend breakfast for the kids! Some of my fondest memories from childhood include a good PB&J sandwich! I loved them SO much… actually I still love them so much 🙂 PB&J Muffins are a spin off that classic sandwich combination, just a little more sophisticated in muffin form. …