My family was in town last weekend and we had a lot of fun. We did the park (x2), shot some pool, and celebrated my dad’s birthday. I was excited to celebrate his birthday for many reasons. First of all, he’s recovering from his 5th surgery in 2 years and had a shoulder replacement in February. He’s ... Read More about Pineapple Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Portobello Mushrooms Stuffed with Sausage, Spinach, and Cheese + Weekly Menu
I think Lily is the dog with 9 lives. We have thought no less than 3 times now that Lily’s days were numbered. We’re on a bit of an emotional roller coaster. Girlfriend will be turning the big NINE on Friday and we’re just glad she’s feeling better and with us for the time being. As I told Mark ... Read More about Portobello Mushrooms Stuffed with Sausage, Spinach, and Cheese + Weekly Menu
Family Friday (vol. 68): Girl Power and Furbabies
I can't believe it's been nearly a month since my last Family Friday post. I was going to post pictures from our trip to Cancun, but I thought maybe that was just plain'ol mean. But if you're interested, there's LOTS on Instagram. And a few here too... I recently listened to the TED Talk ... Read More about Family Friday (vol. 68): Girl Power and Furbabies
Italian Bolognese Sauce {Slow Cooker}
Last Thursday before we left for the weekend away in Cincinnati I was photographing the Mexican Chicken Salad recipe (so popular, wow!) I posted on Sunday. And because the weather was actually cooperating and it was in daylight hours, I was on the front porch to photograph. There’s nothing like ... Read More about Italian Bolognese Sauce {Slow Cooker}
Mexican Chicken Salad + Weekly Menu
In case you’re not as addicted to Instagram as I am and didn’t see my Instastories and updates, my best friend of THIRTY YEARS got married this weekend. The wedding was in Cincinnati and it. Was. Incredible. It was a whole weekend of wedding festivities – rehearsal and rehearsal dinner Thursday ... Read More about Mexican Chicken Salad + Weekly Menu
Beef Stroganoff – Hamburger Helper Style {but better!}
I know that complaining about the brutality of returning from vacation will be met with little sympathy, but can I just say how tragic it actually was? My darling husband had told his parents (the ones who cared for our children and sick dog all week) there was a house key buried under our steps, so ... Read More about Beef Stroganoff – Hamburger Helper Style {but better!}
It’s Here! The Easy Heart Healthy Cookbook for Slow Cookers: 130 Prep-and-Go Low-Sodium Recipes
It's hard to think back to 2012 when my first cookbooking opportunity came to be. To fast forward 6 years and to be announcing my 3rd cookbook? It's bananas. Pinch me. The Easy Heart Healthy Cookbook for Slow Cookers: 130 Prep-and-Go Low-Sodium Recipes is HERE! You can pre-order on Amazon. It'll ... Read More about It’s Here! The Easy Heart Healthy Cookbook for Slow Cookers: 130 Prep-and-Go Low-Sodium Recipes
One Pot Spinach and Pesto Chicken Pasta
I’m alive…and on vacation! I nearly had a post completed as we arrived way too early for our flight, but I haven’t touched my computer since we arrived on Saturday. Until now, obviously. I’ve also vowed not to do any work, but that isn’t going quite as well. I should’ve deleted my work email access ... Read More about One Pot Spinach and Pesto Chicken Pasta