I am pretty excited about this recipe for a few reasons. First, these grain-free and low-carb cookies taste DELICIOUS and the dough is PERFECT for rolling and cutting into cute shapes! The second reason I am excited is because I haven’t posted a new recipe in almost a month and I have missed y’all so…
Southern Squash Casserole
Nothing says Southern than Squash Casserole! This recipe is simple but delicious! This recipe is filled with fresh squash from the farmers market and fresh raw cheddar cheese, yum! It even has a crunchy topping! Bring this to your next family gathering and you will be asked to bring this dish again and again!
25 MUST HAVE Labor Day Recipes
One of my favorite foods is BBQ! To me, this is pulled pork with BBQ sauce. To some the term “BBQ” means anything you throw on the grill. Whatever you call it, I love the opportunity to grill meat. I usually have my husband do it so it gives me a break from cooking!…
Butternut Squash or Pumpkin Gelato (or Ice Cream)
Summer is slowly coming to the end but here in Louisiana, we still have a few more months of scorching heat which means a few more months of ice cream! Since our farmer’s market is filled with butternut squash, I could think of no better way than to use this yummy vegetable than in a…
Grain-Free Baking 101: All about Grain-Free Flours
I may not be Martha Stewart or Betty Crocker, but I know a few things about baking and cooking. I have been playing in the kitchen for almost 25 years and loving every minute of it…well, at least until it’s time to wash the dishes – I am a 25 year fan of the “I…
Creamy Spinach
Creamy spinach and my secret ingredient… Spaghetti Squash! This side dish is so good and the texture of the spaghetti squash really adds to this recipe! Spaghetti squash is such a versatile food and EASY to prepare in the Slow Cooker!
Chocolate Zucchini Muffins (Cupcakes)
Is this a side dish? A cupcake? Or a muffin?? Well maybe it’s all 3?! 🙂 Looking for a way to get more vegetables in your child’s diet? Well, here is your solution! Moist chocolate muffins with a little secret we won’t dare mention to the kiddos! These muffins are easy to make and you…
Drunken Cajun Chicken with Gravy
I have been meaning to post this recipe for a while. It’s simple but so delicious and the name is very appropriate! 🙂 My Drunken Cajun Chicken is this Georgia girl’s tribute to Louisiana! The skin is crispy and full of flavor and the meat is juicy. It even makes it’s own gravy. This is…
Crispy Bacon, Egg & Cheese Waffles
Some of my recipes come out of desire, like my new Brownie Ice Cream Cake, and some come from necessity. These waffles were definitely the latter. A few mornings ago I only had 2 eggs, a little cheese and a little ham and 2 hungry kids and 2 adults to feed. My solution: Ham, Egg and…
Brownie Ice Cream Cake
Cold. Brownies. Chocolate. Crunchy. Sweet. Ice Cream. The perfect cake on a HOT Summer’s Day! This also is the PERFECT Birthday cake for kids and the kid at heart!
16 Steps to Achieving Your Optimal Health and Personal Weight Loss Goals.
After years of being in the health and fitness industry, and also struggling with my weight, I have had time to reflect upon common issues that I and my clients have struggled with when it comes to weight loss and goal setting. I have personally walked through each and every one of these “Steps”. Try…
REAL Deal Monterey Chicken
This recipe is REAL simple and REAL good! On a REAL busy night you can have a REAL meal. Your family will REALly thank you! 🙂
Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Fingers
Chicken meets bacon… perhaps one of the best flavor combinations EVER! I have become the queen of quick meals and this one is at the top of my list. About the only way I will eat chicken breast is covered in mayo or wrapped in bacon and these fingers are perfect for the little fingers…
Baked Zucchini Home Fries
Looking for a delicious and easy way to prepare your fresh zucchini that everyone will love?? Well look no farther! Not only are these home fries delicious but they are SO easy to make! They are the perfect side item on a busy summer day!
Bacon & Veggie Frittata
What a great way to incorporate some veggies at breakfast time! Feel free to use whatever vegetable you have on hand. I used frozen over fresh green beans because frozen vegetables tend to cook in a fraction of the time compared to fresh. You could also use breakfast sausage, ham or any type of ground…
Italian Cream Cake
This cake is full of charm as well as pecans, coconut and LOTS of flavor, without any of the grains! Bring this classic cake to any special occasion and be prepared to leave with no leftovers!
Almost No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake with “Pretzel” Crust
How can you go wrong with blueberries and cheesecake?? You can’t! This delicious cheesecake is filled with blueberries and rich cream cheese for the perfect Summertime dessert! The sweet and salty “pretzel” crust is the perfect accompaniment! The “Almost” No-Bake is because you only have to bake the crust to this cheesecake comes together really quickly!
Georgia Peachy Iced Tea
Refreshing and full of flavor. A cold glass of Peach Tea is perfect for these hot and humid Summer days. A delicious peach tea that actually contains peaches and is really easy to make!
Chocolate Cheesecake Fudge
Chocolaty. Creamy. Nutty. Fudgy. Perfection! Is it cheesecake or is it fudge?? Either way, I know you are going to love it! Enjoy this sweet treat without all of the sugar but with all of the flavor.
Light & Fluffy Lemon-Poppy Seed Pancakes
Lemon, poppy seeds and blueberries… what a wonderful combination! These pancakes are SO good that no one will ever guess that they are grain-free! These pancakes are light and fluffy, just the way pancakes should be!