I have to admit I have not always been the biggest fan of peas. I never totally disliked them, but they were not always my favorite. Now the fireman, he won't even touch any kind of peas. This is totally a "make when he is at the station" kind of thing. But hang in here with me! I do remember as a … [Read more...]
Half a Cake For a Half Birthday!
If you follow me on Instagram you saw last week when I posted about this Half a Cake. Don't worry, my husband didn't just eat the other half and I decided to post it anyway, this was done on purpose! So last year, leading up to her half birthday, my oldest daughter brought up a few times that … [Read more...]
Carrot Salad
I love a dish that I can prepare ahead of time so it is all ready to take out for lunch for the next few days. This carrot salad makes a great side or you can just eat it all by itself! In a small bowl add the olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, mustard, salt, and sugar and whisk it … [Read more...]
Patriotic Breakfast Ideas
I hope everyone is having a great 4th of July weekend! Today we had a busy afternoon as our church was doing something different today. Instead of a morning service we just had an evening service followed with food and fireworks! It was a late night getting home but I thought it would be fun to … [Read more...]
Layered 4th of July Flag Cake
4th of July is just around the corner so I thought I would post my favorite 4th of July Flag Cake! This is definitely a fun cake we see this time of year in magazines or blogs, and there are so many different versions of it. I was trying to remember but I think I have been making this … [Read more...]
Blueberry Spinach Smoothie
I hope everyone had a great Father's Day weekend celebrating the dads in your life! Fourth of July is almost here so I wanted to share one of my other favorite smoothie recipes. This one happens to be blue, or close enough, so all you have to do is stick a red or patriotic straw in it and you are … [Read more...]
Chicken Taco Dip
Happy Monday! I have made this dip a couple of times now and it did not disappoint! This Chicken Taco Dip will be great to bring to your next summer BBQ or pool party. Serve it with some tortilla chips for the perfect yummy appetizer! To start cook up your chicken. You can boil it, or I will … [Read more...]
Homemade Patriotic Popsicles
Yesterday I had fun decorating my house in red, white, and blue. I usually bring it out on Memorial Day weekend and it stays out until almost Labor Day. This way it takes me through all 3 summer patriotic holidays! Now that the heat is here my kids love having summer popsicles. This time of year … [Read more...]
Orange, Peach, Mango Smoothie
So it has officially arrived. Today is supposed to be our first over 100 degree day of the year. I know lucky me right??? Yesterday was high of 99 and it just felt hot. Even our walk last night just wasn't as nice as our evenings have previously been. Looks like we are in it for the long haul. … [Read more...]
Zucchini, Onions, and Feta
I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother's Day!! Today I thought I would share one of our favorite side dishes. I seriously could eat this all the time! As summer approaches, and all you lucky people who have gardens start getting a bunch of zucchini, this recipe of Zucchini, Onions, and Feta will … [Read more...]
Why I Love Apple Cider Vinegar
Sounds like a strange thing to love, right? Well it is true, I love Apple Cider Vinegar! Not so much the taste, even though I have learned to tolerate it and even kind of like it a little, but I love all the health benefits that goes with it! Now I am no doctor, and most of what I have … [Read more...]
Fire Station Corned Beef Tacos or CBTs
My husband had been talking about these tacos for several years now. I was so excited when I finally got to try them a few weeks ago and learn how to make them! These Corned Beef Tacos, or (CBTs) as they like to call them, are a big hit at several of the fire stations in his department. Turns our … [Read more...]