I'm adding more reusable items to my kitchen, so from freezing food to storing food in the fridge or pantry, I'll ditch the plastic bags. To build a more eco-friendly home, I'm switching to Lekue silicone food storage bags because they're leak-proof, easy to clean, and oh, so chic! This post is ...
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Homemade Halloween Treats
Spooky homemade Halloween treats, so easy your kids can make them. Cute and tasty, these creepy food recipes are just the thing to celebrate this fun holiday. It's fall! That means holiday-season is officially here. Treats the whole family can make together Fall means family, ...
Tailgating Kabobs For Game Day
It's football season so I'm bringing you 15 Tasty Tailgating Kabobs to make on game day! I know that burgers and hot dogs are the go-to for your pre-game cookout, but if you're feeling adventurous I have some recipes for you! Those of you who have been following the blog for a while know that I ...
Make a Fall Leaf Garland Out of Felt
As crafting goes, this is my style! This darling Fall leaf garland featured on A Beautiful Mess is so easy, and kid-friendly. I featured this fall craft project on Fox and Friends, on their Fall Festival, live! My versions are below! These darling garlands can go on a mantle, in the ...
Pumpkin Cream Pie That is Silky and Perfectly Spiced
I don't love your standard pumpkin pie. I'm one of those. But, this custard-filled pumpkin cream pie is my perfect fall dessert! I think pumpkin pie is a little too flan-like for me. I love cream pies though, and pumpkin treats. This recipe is a rich pumpkin pudding in my favorite pie ...
Butternut Squash and Kale with Brown Rice and Pomegranates
Honey, garlic, and seasoned salt make this kale and butternut squash salad extra flavorful. I toasted the brown rice to give this warm salad a nutty flavor and added burst of fresh pomegranate arils. The ultimate fall side dish has arrived! This butternut squash and kale recipe can be ...
Pesto & Pepper Beef Kabobs On The Grill (Steak Kebabs)
Whether you call them steak kebabs or kabobs, beef kabobs on the grill are classic with colorful bell peppers, and extra flavorful drizzled with pesto. Serve with a side of Parmesan pasta for a quick and complete meal. This quick dinner cuts out marinating time, swapping it for a flavorful ...
Easy Salmon Dinner Recipes
Easy salmon dinner recipes you should have on hand. From air fryer to sheet pan recipes, to healthy and indulgent, these recipes are sure to please your dinner crowd. Never wonder what to make with that beautiful salmon filet you bought at the store! I have collected these dinner recipes ...
Classic Porcupine Meatballs with Rice
These classic porcupine meatballs have the delicious tomato sauce and green pepper tastes from my childhood. I made this nostalgic dinner amazing by swapping the processed canned soup for juicy, diced tomatoes and pantry-staple seasonings for an updated version. My meatballs with rice cooked ...
Profiteroles Recipe: Cream Puffs with Ice Cream Filling & Hot Fudge
Make a light and airy profiteroles recipe and fill the pastry with ice cream. Profiteroles are a fancy way of saying "the best cream puffs you've ever tasted!" I used vanilla ice cream instead of the classic pastry-cream filling for a summer dessert everyone will love. When I think of one of my ...
Mini Ice Cream Pops – No Mold Needed
Mini ice cream pops are as easy as can be. If you can scoop ice cream, you can make these treats. Add sprinkles and you have a playful summer dessert for a crowd. Ice cream pops that I don't have to put in a special mold? I'm in! These little bites are also totally customizable. Use ...
Vegetable Spring Rolls with Sweet and Sour Mint Sauce
Veggie Spring Rolls get dipped in sweet and sour mint sauce for a perfect combo. Beautiful green vegetables never tasted so good as when nestled in lovely translucent spring roll wrappers! What I have found, is vegetable spring rolls make it way more fun to eat salad! I can eat it with my ...
15 Mind Blowing Fruit Salsa Recipes
A fruit salsa recipe for every season! Fruit takes center stage on a dip that is usually reserved for the lone tomato! These salsas are the unsung hero of summer sides. I love salsa, but it seems tomatoes are always hogging all the salsa glory. Quite frankly, I'm tired of it. It's high ...
Fattoush Salad Recipe with Lemon Chicken, Dates, and Almonds
Grilled pita salad and tangy kebabs make the perfect summer meal from the grill. It's my take on the Middle Eastern bread salad, called Fattoush, with pops of cumin, sweet dates, and lemony sumac. Give me bread and you'll make me happy. That's the quote I like to live by (I made it up by the ...
A Collection Of The Best Summer Pasta Salad Recipes
A delicious classic or cold pasta salad is a quintessential BBQ and picnic side dish. Here is an amazing collection of summer pasta salad recipes that will keep you happy all season. Side dishes for a BBQ There is more than one great side dish for summer. If your prepping for a BBQ or just ...
15 Fourth of July Food Favorites
I've got a whole lot of 4th of July food ideas right here in one place! Find a recipe and make your BBQ, picnic or cookout celebration the best. From firecracker hotdogs to red, white, and blue pina coladas, they are delish. To get a little star-spangled inspiration, I put together a list of ...
The Ultimate Lemon Curd Recipe
This is really the best lemon curd recipe - it's easy, tart, thick and buttery. Much better than store-bought, and this smooth and creamy lemon curd keeps in the fridge for weeks. Thick and tangy lemon curd is perfect as a cake filling, in a pastry shell to make a lemon tart, as a spread for ...
The Best Red, White And Blue Patriotic Desserts
The 4th of July, Memorial Day, and Labor Day holidays all beg for delicious red, white and blue desserts. These easy patriotic desserts-for-entertaining will be the most delightful thing on the table, or picnic blanket! Easy Patriotic Desserts Fresh berries in ruby red and blue, are stars ...
How To Grill Pork Tenderloin: Topped with Goat Cheese, Rosemary, and Honey
Get the recipe for how to cook pork tenderloin on the grill! It's juicy, fast, and delicious served with goat cheese, rosemary and honey. I'm telling you, it's the easiest way to grill pork tenderloin and you'll love the simple spice rub. After making this recipe I think you'll agree with me: ...
Veggie Dinner Recipes for Weeknights
My collection of veggie dinner recipes for weeknights makes delicious use of the season's gorgeous foods. These dinner ideas make your Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday dinner a little more exciting! These simple and healthy veggie dinners are easy to make, and the entire family will love them. ...