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No Bake Monster Cookie Bars

I LOVE Monster Cookies. They are are one of my all-time favorite cookies! They have all of my favorite things: peanut butter, oats, chocolate chips, and M&M’s. They are such a fun cookie. I have turned my favorite cookie into Monster Cookie B…

Couscous Salad

Whenever I need a quick and EASY salad, I often make this Couscous Salad. It only takes 20 minutes to make and is always a crowd pleaser. If you haven’t made couscous before, you are going to love it! It’s a pasta made with semolina wheat f…

Strawberry Shortcake

This strawberry shortcake recipe is the ultimate summer dessert! Fresh strawberries and airy whipped cream fill flaky, tender homemade biscuits. At this time of year, strawberries are at their best. They’re insanely juicy and bursting with sweet …

Antipasto Platter

Let’s make an antipasto platter! This Italian appetizer spread is one of my favorite things to serve when I’m hosting family and friends. Everyone (kids included!) loves trying the different snacks and bites on the board—cheeses, veggies, o…

Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Bars

Peanut butter, banana, and chocolate…basically the BEST combo EVER! Do you agree? If you answered yes, you HAVE to make these Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Bars. I love these bars because they are: The bars are similar to baked oatmeal, but they h…

White Bean Cucumber Salad

My classic cucumber salad is one of my favorite simple summer salads, but when I am wanting a cucumber salad that is a little more satisfying I love making this White Bean Cucumber Salad. The salad only takes about 10 minutes to make. Combine white bea…

Marinated Mozzarella Balls

These marinated mozzarella balls are quickly becoming a family favorite snack. I love them because they’re the perfect last-minute appetizer for gatherings—flavorful, elegant, and SO easy to throw together. Jack and Ollie love them…well&#82…

White Bean Salad

a Mediterranean white bean salad in a large white bowl.This simple White Bean Salad is the ultimate summer salad! It’s quick and easy to make but doesn’t skimp on flavor thanks to a mix of refreshing Mediterranean vegetables, fresh herbs, creamy cannellini beans, and lemon vinaigrette. Craving more fresh summer salads? Check out my Watermelon Salad with Mint and Feta, Broccoli Salad, Macaroni Salad,…

Steak Sandwich

A steak sandwich may sound fancy, but I promise this steak sandwich recipe is easy to make at home and BETTER than any sandwich you can get at a restaurant. Tender, juicy pieces of steak with melty provolone cheese, peppers, onions, the most amazing ch…

Aperol Spritz

An Aperol spritz is one of my favorite summer cocktails. This Italian drink is made with three parts Prosecco, two parts Aperol, and one part club soba and garnished with an orange slice. It’s bittersweet, bubbly, and oh-so-refreshing. If you&#82…

Strawberry Baked Oatmeal

I love making baked oatmeal for breakfast. I have several favorite recipes; classic baked oatmeal, blueberry, apple cinnamon, peach, carrot cake, peanut butter banana, and more! During the spring and summer months, when strawberries are in season, I lo…

Marinated Gigante Beans

This marinated gigante beans recipe is an easy, delicious kitchen staple. A flavorful blend of olive oil, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, lemon zest, and parsley coats the big, creamy white beans. They’re rich, tangy, and intensely savory. Try them o…

Shrimp Orzo Salad

This Shrimp Orzo Salad is the perfect dish for spring and summer. Orzo pasta is topped with succulent shrimp, arugula, crunchy cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and herbs. All of the ingredients get tossed in a fresh lemon dressing that really makes this …

Classic Strawberry Jam, 3 Ways (Old Fashioned, Regular Pectin, and Low-Sugar Pectin)

Homemade strawberry jam is perfect in its simplicity, bright and sweet and bursting with strawberry flavor, no matter if you water-bath process it for shelf stable storage, refrigerate or freeze it, or eat it straight out of the jar with a spoon. This post is jam-packed (pun intended) with all the info you need to […]

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Crispy Tofu & Eggplant Lettuce Wraps

Tofu and eggplant just teamed up to create one EPIC appetizer, friends! These lettuce wraps feature SUPER flavorful crispy tofu and caramelized eggplant with fresh, crunchy veggies, vibrant herbs, and a savory-sweet sesame dipping sauce. If you’re thin…

20 Pasta Salad Recipes to Make All Summer Long

Are you looking for the BEST pasta salad recipe to take to your next BBQ, party, picnic, or potluck? Well, you’ve come to the right place because I am sharing our favorite pasta salad recipes! Pasta salad is always a great side dish to burgers, g…

Whipped Feta

Feta cheese is delicious, I love adding it to my salads, eggs, vegetables, and more. It is such a good cheese. I always have it in my fridge. But have you tried Whipped Feta? It is the BEST. Whipping feta in a food processor or blender, takes the chees…

Best Broccoli Salad

This broccoli salad recipe is one of my favorite side dishes. It’s my lighter spin on classic Midwest broccoli salad, and though you won’t find any cheese or bacon here, it’s every bit as delicious. A creamy, tangy dressing coats cris…

No Mayo Potato Salad

Classic potato salad is a potluck favorite and a tradition for summer barbecues and picnics. But if you don’t care for potato salad that is made with mayonnaise, you have to make this No Mayo Potato Salad. It is SO fresh and screams summer! This …

Simple Quinoa Black Bean Salad

Whether you’re a party person, a meal prepper, or a picnic lover, we’ve got a salad that can do it ALL! This fresh, crunchy Southwest-inspired quinoa salad features corn, black beans, cilantro, tons of veggies, and a zippy lime vinaigrette. BIG TIME de…

Chopped Kale & Broccoli Salad with Peanut Dressing

My Classic Broccoli Salad and Simple Kale Salad are salad staples. I make them all of the time and they are always crowd pleasers. I also love this Chopped Kale & Broccoli Salad with Peanut Dressing. This Asian-inspired salad is fresh, colorful, an…

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