Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad I loved my mother’s salads growing up. She was from Finland so there were two that she made over and over that are very Scandinavian. This Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad and a Finnish Cucumber Salad called Kurkkusalaatti. I make the latter every summer a few times but also really enjoy this…
No Churn Rhubarb Ice Cream Recipe
No Churn Rhubarb Ice Cream Recipe One of our favorites around here is rhubarb. We have a huge rhubarb patch for our little garden!! We have packed in a lot into our tiny space. It is so easy to grow and harvest and it comes back every year rain or shine! So I decided to…
What is a Pomelo and How to Eat One?
What is a Pomelo and How to Eat One? If you haven’t tried the glorious pomelo, it’s time to give it a chance. Pomelos are an incredibly under-appreciated member of the citrus family. They look like larger grapefruits, but they certainly are their own creation and worth a try. Learning What is a Pomelo and How…
Wheat Berry Salad with Cranberries, Pecans and Goat Cheese
Wheat Berry Salad with Cranberries, Pecans and Goat Cheese Disclosure: I was compensated for this post. All opinions and experiences are my own. Wheat is used in many forms and I loved working with the little wheat berry for this recipe. Wheat Berry Salad with Cranberries, Pecans and Goat Cheese is not only super healthy…
Mascarpone Key Lime Mini Pies
Mascarpone Key Lime Mini Pies I am reviewing a cookbook today called Seriously Good Freezer Meals by Karrie Truman. There are 150 easy recipes to choose from that save you time, money and sanity as the front cover says!! I decided to make these Mascarpone Key Lime Mini Pies from this cookbook. Well actually Amber…
Patatas Bravas
Patatas Bravas Disclosure: I was compensated for this post. All opinions and experiences are my own. Cooking with Little Potato Company’s Creamer potatoes is always so easy. That is why we use them all the time! I have been on a tapas kick lately and so enjoying these Patatas Bravas. I love how simple they…
Old-Fashioned Hawaiian Dream Bars
Old-Fashioned Hawaiian Dream Bars I love making dream bars and have made many for the site. They are easy to make, great to share for a crowd and always a hit. These Old-Fashioned Hawaiian Dream Bars are perfect for anytime of the year. Bringing a bit of the tropics into your day will brighten things…
Homemade Pop Tarts
Homemade Pop Tarts Pop Tarts were something that I was not really allowed to have as a kid. Kind of dessert for breakfast but then doesn’t that intrigue you more as a kid? Amber made these very pretty and easy Homemade Pop Tarts as a fun project. They are made with easy store bought pie…
How to Grow Your Own Herbs
How to Grow Your Own Herbs If you want to take your cooking to the next level, fresh herbs are the right choice. There are so many fresh herbs that can be used to zip up your food. Whether it is cilantro for a salad, mint in a beautiful pesto or a muddling of fresh…
Marinated Roasted Red Peppers
Marinated Roasted Red Peppers We are going to start on the Mediterranean diet here and I am excited to try some new dishes. These Marinated Roasted Red Peppers are perfect for a tapas dish, or an appetizer or as a side! They are so easy to make using a jar of roasted red peppers. They…
Chocolate Coconut Protein Balls
Chocolate Coconut Protein Balls I loved making our Energy Balls and my family and Amber’s friends loved eating them so I decided to make Chocolate Coconut Protein Balls as well. These are a fantastic snack too! The Energy Balls are a very popular recipe on our site right now. These would be great in a…
18 Easy Cold Party Appetizers
18 Easy Cold Party Appetizers Want some great ideas for cold party appetizers? A lot of these types of appetizers are make-ahead, place on a platter and then refrigerate before serving. I love this idea as you are then freed up to enjoy your company so that is why I am bringing you 18 Easy Cold…