Lemon Bars Recipe
Friday July 31, 2009
These Lemon Bars have that sweet-tart flavor and citrusy punch that just sings in your mouth. Ideal for picnics, parties or just a summertime dessert, these ... Read More
Tomato Salsa
Friday July 31, 2009
If you knew it was this easy to make your own Tomato Salsa, wouldn't you do it all the time? Yeah, that's what I thought. Fresh ... Read More
Crockpot Meatloaf
Thursday July 30, 2009
Summertime is a great time to pull out the slow cooker. I know it sounds odd, but you want to get out and do things around ... Read More
Mexican Phyllo Cups
Thursday July 30, 2009
These bite-sized Mexican Phyllo Cups make the perfect appetizer or school lunch box recipe for kids. Creamy and cheesy, these Mexican phyllo cups can be made ... Read More
Easy Summer Desserts
Wednesday July 29, 2009
Summer is the time for enjoying simple, refreshing easy desserts, like homemade strawberry ice cream, blueberry pie and peach dump cake. These desserts don't require a ... Read More
Zucchini Bread with Walnuts
Wednesday July 29, 2009
There is no better use for extra zucchini in my book than zucchini bread, and this Zucchini Bread with Walnuts is one of my favorites. Like ... Read More
Zucchini Salad Recipe
Tuesday July 28, 2009
You don't have to do too much with fresh, seasonal vegetables to make them taste great. This Zucchini Salad Recipe is a perfect example of that. ... Read More
Pretzel Kisses
Tuesday July 28, 2009
I adore the combination of sweet and salty together. These Pretzel Kisses give me my fix, and they're a cinch to make, too. If you like ... Read More
Oven Fried Zucchini Recipe
Monday July 27, 2009
This Oven Fried Zucchini Recipe has to be my absolute favorite way to enjoy summer's most abundant squash. Crispy, with just a hint of cheesiness, this ... Read More
Mango Smoothies
Monday July 27, 2009
You don't have to be on an island to enjoy the taste of the tropics. These Mango Smoothies are refreshing and sweet, the perfect breakfast, snack, ... Read More
Are You Missing out on Great Recipes Like These Chocolate Brownies?
Sunday July 26, 2009
I just sent my newsletter subscribers my ultimate brownie recipe collection on Saturday. These Chocolate Brownies made the list because they have that wonderful balance of ... Read More
Italian Pasta Salad
Sunday July 26, 2009
Everybody needs a few "go to" picnic recipes. This Italian Pasta Salad is one of my mine. It's easy to make, I can prepare it in ... Read More
Layer Bars Recipe
Saturday July 25, 2009
If you are a fan of chocolate and peanut butter together (and what self-respecting chocolate-lover isn't?), you will adore these Chocolate Peanut Butter Layer Bars. Similar ... Read More
Mexican Chicken Salad Recipe
Friday July 24, 2009
Whoa, who was the genius who came up with this recipe? Oh, that would be me. Gosh, I am good. No, really. This Mexican Chicken Salad ... Read More
Fried Corn
Friday July 24, 2009
Is there a better way to taste summer than Fried Corn? Those sweet niblets get sauteed with pancetta (or bacon), onions and red and green peppers ... Read More
Zucchini Recipes
Thursday July 23, 2009
Zucchini season is upon us, and that means the green squash is plentiful and cheap (especially if you grow it yourself)! These Zucchini Recipes include my ... Read More
French Bread Barbecue Chicken Pizza
Thursday July 23, 2009
The thing I like best about this French Bread Pizza is that it's so simple to make, and I know the kids love it. Okay, that ... Read More
Banana Cake Recipe
Wednesday July 22, 2009
Any time is a good time for banana cake, in my book. And this Banana Cake Recipe is one of the best. It has the kind ... Read More
Cherry Vanilla Fruit Smoothies
Wednesday July 22, 2009
Who knew three ingredients dropped into a blender and whirred could taste so good? Honestly, fruit smoothies are my go-to breakfast for my breakfast-resistant kids, because ... Read More
Got Fresh Beets? Make Chocolate Beet Cake
Tuesday July 21, 2009
It sounds like a joke. A bad one, until you've tried it. But trust me, this Chocolate Beet Cake Recipe is quite tasty. Think of it ... Read More
Carrot Raisin Salad Recipe
Tuesday July 21, 2009
This is a classic Carrot Salad Recipe with shredded carrots, pineapple and raisins in a sweet mayonnaise and honey dressing. I like to make this carrot ... Read More
Tortellini Salad Recipe
Monday July 20, 2009
Sometimes I browse through the salad dressing aisle in the supermarket and wonder what life would be like if we only had blue cheese, Italian, thousand ... Read More
Grilled Shrimp with Bacon
Monday July 20, 2009
Succulent shrimp is grilled then topped with crisp bacon in this tasty Grilled Shrimp with Bacon Recipe. It's a play on the popular grilled shrimp wrapped ... Read More
Red Potato Salad Recipe
Sunday July 19, 2009
This Red Potato Salad Recipe has a punch of flavors not typically found in potato salads. Hot sauce adds zing to this potato salad recipe. Cucumbers ... Read More
Lemon Cod Fish Recipe
Sunday July 19, 2009
I don't get what the big deal is about feeding kids fish. I mean, there are millions of people around the world whose diets center around ... Read More
Peach Smoothie Recipe
Saturday July 18, 2009
Peach season is almost here, and that means loads of juicy, fresh peaches for picking, eating, canning and baking. When we've had our fill of fresh ... Read More
Scrambled Eggs in a Cup
Saturday July 18, 2009
This scrambled eggs recipe looks fancy, but it's really quite easy to make. Egg roll wrappers are baked in a muffin tin, then filled with scrambled ... Read More
Zucchini Salad
Friday July 17, 2009
Sometimes the simplest ingredients make the tastiest recipes. Such is the case with this refreshing Zucchini Salad. Just zucchini, red onion, lemon juice, olive oil and ... Read More
Homemade Chocolate Soy Nut Butter Recipe
Friday July 17, 2009
I was talking to one of the swim team mom's the other day. She said her pre-teen son is so active, she's having a hard time ... Read More
Harry Potter Cupcakes
Friday July 17, 2009
Harry Potter fever is sweeping the nation again with the release of the latest installment, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. If the kids are ... Read More
Ultimate Chocolate Brownies
Thursday July 16, 2009
What makes the Ultimate Chocolate Brownies? For me, it's about texture. I want a brownie to be chewy, slightly fudgy and slightly cakey on the inside, ... Read More
Grilled Peaches
Thursday July 16, 2009
Grilling goes beyond meat and vegetables. These Grilled Peaches make a marvelous dessert in the summer, not to mention an excellent way to enjoy fresh peaches ... Read More
Grilled Chicken Breasts
Thursday July 16, 2009
By this point in the summer, you've done burgers and hot dogs on the grill to death. Switch it up a bit with these tasty Grilled ... Read More
Zucchini Bread Recipe
Wednesday July 15, 2009
If you think Zucchini Bread is really just a spice cake disguised as a bread, you're right. No, zucchini bread isn't any healthier than any other ... Read More
Macaroni Recipes of All Kinds
Wednesday July 15, 2009
Is there a kid alive (or adult, for that matter) who doesn't like macaroni and cheese? I think not. This baked macaroni and cheese with spinach ... Read More
Sweet and Saucy Turkey Meatloaf Recipe
Wednesday July 15, 2009
I love meatloaf. There, I said it. I know it's not fancy or exciting. But when made well, meatloaf can be a beautiful thing. And let ... Read More
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Tuesday July 14, 2009
When I want to make Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies that will keep for several days, this is the recipe I turn to. The secret is sweetened ... Read More
Another Healthy Smoothie Recipe from the Smoothie Queen!
Tuesday July 14, 2009
I must say this Green Smoothie Recipe was ingenious. I had some leftover kale from the farmer's market and couldn't decide what to do with it. ... Read More
Recipes for Picky Eaters
Tuesday July 14, 2009
So your kids won't eat anything but chicken nuggets and mac and cheese. Don't give up. It is possible for even the pickiest eaters to consume ... Read More
How to Make a Strawberry Milkshake
Monday July 13, 2009
Strawberry season is winding down in my neck of the woods, so I've been making the most of the fresh local strawberries I've been able to ... Read More
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Please!
Monday July 13, 2009
There's a reason the Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a classic. It's the same reason kids love it. It's darned good. When it's made right, of course. ... Read More
Lemon Bars
Sunday July 12, 2009
These lemon bars are the perfect combination of sweet and tart in a lovely little bar cookie. I like to make these lemon bars in the ... Read More
French Bread Chicken Pesto Pizza Recipe
Sunday July 12, 2009
When I told the kids I was making Chicken Pesto Pizza the other night, their response was, shall we say, less than enthusiastic. So I did ... Read More
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Saturday July 11, 2009
This chocolate chip cookie recipe has a secret ingredient: cream cheese. It makes these chocolate chip cookies soft and chewy. I like dark chocolate chips, but ... Read More
Peanut Butter French Toast
Saturday July 11, 2009
There is nothing like a decadent breakfast to make you feel like it is truly the weekend. This Peanut Butter French Toast Recipe definitely qualifies as ... Read More
Blueberry Cobbler
Friday July 10, 2009
Blueberry-picking is one of my favorite summertime activities with the kids. Probably because it gets them away from the pool, the iPod and all the other ... Read More
Zucchini Pancakes
Friday July 10, 2009
The thing about making zucchini pancakes is you have to get all the water out of the zucchini before cooking the pancakes. Otherwise, the zucchini pancakes ... Read More
Best Broccoli Ever!
Thursday July 9, 2009
When Adam Roberts of the Amateur Gourmet posted his rendition of Ina Garten's Roasted Broccoli, he called his post The Best Broccoli of Your Life. I'm ... Read More
Peach Pie Recipe
Thursday July 9, 2009
Okay, I have to apologize. I really needed to get a picture of this peach pie before I served it, but the kids were clamoring for ... Read More
The Lemonade Stand Is Alive and Well!
Wednesday July 8, 2009
Amid a sea of i-Pods and i-Phones and DSes and other gadgets and gizmos to capture our kids' attention, there are a few old-fashioned summertime activities ... Read More
Mustard Potato Salad
Wednesday July 8, 2009
Planning a summer picnic or backyard BBQ? This Mustard Potato Salad Recipe deserves a place at the table. The perfect partner for everything from fried chicken ... Read More
Zucchini Lasagna Recipe
Wednesday July 8, 2009
Got zucchini? Turn that bumper crop into this savory zucchini lasagna. It's lighter than most lasagna recipes and a great way to get some extra veggies ... Read More
Chicken French Bread Pizza
Tuesday July 7, 2009
Chicken French Bread Pizza is a great way to use up leftover rotisserie chicken. And you don't have to spend a lot of time preparing this ... Read More
Pretzel Salad Recipe
Tuesday July 7, 2009
This strawberry pretzel salad is popular at all kinds of parties and potlucks. Cool and refreshing, it makes a lovely dessert or sweet side dish for ... Read More
Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Monday July 6, 2009
If you like a soft, tender chocolate chip cookie, this chocolate chip cookie recipe is going to become one of your favorites. The secret is dark ... Read More
Zucchini Corn Chowder
Monday July 6, 2009
By now, summer gardens are teeming with zucchini and peppers. Put summer's bounty to good use in this savory corn chowder recipe. Red bell pepper lends ... Read More
Marinated Flank Steak Recipe
Sunday July 5, 2009
This Marinated Flank Steak Recipe turns a tough, lean cut of meat into a tender, succulent dinner you'll want to make over and over again. You ... Read More
Add Fun to Your Summer with This Ice Cream Maker
Sunday July 5, 2009
The Cuisinart ICE-20 Ice Cream Maker is a perfect kitchen tool for teaching kids to cook. Easy to operate, this ice cream maker offers kids hours ... Read More
Fabulous 4th of July Recipes
Saturday July 4, 2009
Celebrate with these fabulous 4th of July Recipes, including juicy pizza burgers, crispy buttermilk fried chicken and savory sides like red potato salad and sweet strawberry ... Read More
Fruit Dip
Saturday July 4, 2009
This Fruit Dip makes a refreshing appetizer or dessert for a 4th of July picnic -- or any summer party, really. It has just three ingredients ... Read More
Grilled Chicken Breasts
Friday July 3, 2009
Why not switch it up a bit this 4th of July with these amazing grilled chicken breasts instead of burgers? A soy sauce, honey and lime ... Read More
Blueberry Crumb Pie
Friday July 3, 2009
This blueberry pie recipe has an oatmeal crumb topping that provides just the right amount of crunch when paired with the fresh blueberry filling. You can ... Read More
Apple Pie
Thursday July 2, 2009
What could be a more American dessert for your 4th of July BBQ than apple pie? This apple pie recipe has a wonderful buttery crust that ... Read More
Cabbage Salad Recipe
Thursday July 2, 2009
I like crisp, refreshing side dishes for my 4th of July picnics and barbecues. This cabbage salad recipe is just that. Colorful and crunchy, this cabbage ... Read More
BBQ Chicken Recipe
Wednesday July 1, 2009
No grill? No problem. You can still have a fantastic 4th of July barbecue with some of my favorite recipes, including this super easy, guaranteed-not-to-burn BBQ ... Read More
Strawberry Smoothie Recipe
Wednesday July 1, 2009
Strawberry smoothies are one of my favorite breakfasts for kids, especially in the summer. They're satisfying and healthy (at least this strawberry smoothie recipe is), and ... Read More
S'mores Bars
Wednesday July 1, 2009
Want all the flavor of s'mores in an easy, take-along bar? These Rocky Road Bars are just what you need. Graham cracker crumbs and miniature marshmallows ... Read More