There are many recipes floating around for this ultra-easy, fool-proof cake, and I think I tried them all! Many use an entire can of pumpkin, but in my trials I found that while this produced a moist cake, it was too dense to be considered heavenly. And recipes that called for less […]
Recipes
20-Minute Skillet-Roasted Smoky Brussels Sprouts
Smoky sweet Brussels Sprouts in just 20-minutes! Roasting sprouts tones down bitterness and brings out natural sweetness, but it can be a time killer, so instead I use a skillet-fry method to deliver the same result in half the time. A splash of balsamic vinegar and a touch of brown […]
Apple Pie Oatmeal
Put away the packets! One of my favorite breakfast foods growing up was a bowl of oatmeal prepared from instant packets of apples and cinnamon oatmeal. Funny how our palates change, and our fond recollections are not what we once thought. I recently grabbed such a packet to eat on […]
Holiday Doodles
Shhh…there’s no need to tell anyone these have just 1/3 of the usual sugar! With the light scent of nutmeg and a crown of sugar and cinnamon, this is one seriously delicious cookie. My only suggestion – once they are made, keep them out of sight. Otherwise, you may find […]
Healthy Weeknight Chicken and Dumplings
When one thinks of Chicken and Dumplings, “healthy” and “quick” do not often come to mind. This recipe changes that! Fresh vegetables, fluffy homemade rosemary scented dumplings (enhanced with a touch of cornmeal), and a creamy full flavor give this stew-like soup Southern style, while using canned broth and cooked […]
Free Form Apple Pie
Packed with sweet slices of apples, and less than 1 teaspoon of added sugar per piece, this apple “pie” is extra sweet to to make—just lay down the crust, top it, and go! I guarantee your guests will ooh and aah. It’s up to you whether or not to tell them […]
Anytime Tomato Salad
Simple, delicious, healthy, and made in minutes! You can never have enough of these type of salads in your recipe repertoire – especially in summer! This salad is one of my favorites when tomatoes are at their peak. Quick, easy, and wonderfully versatile, it pairs perfectly with a sandwich or a burger, or grilled chicken, steak […]
Raspberry Lemonade
While most raspberry lemonades tempt you with the lovely red hue of raspberries—but offer little raspberry taste—in this lemonade, the sweet taste of raspberries shine. The only thing you’ll find lacking here is the customary 10 teaspoons, or more, of added sugars per serving. For a twist, use sparkling water […]
Chicago-Style Hot Dogs
I have to admit, in my house, when it comes to “burgers or dogs?”, we usually opt for burgers. That said, a good hot dog can really hit the spot. And for me, a good hot dog is all about the toppings. This last weekend I proved my point when […]
Totally Terrific Turkey Burgers
Ever wonder why turkey burgers taste so great when you order them out, but are dry when you cook them at home? Restaurants often use a combination of dark and light meat to keep their burgers juicy. The good news is you get a tasty burger. The bad news? They […]