Easy Gingerbread Cookies. GF, LC, DF
Merry Christmas and happy holidays! Wow, I cannot believe 2018 is almost over.
The kids are growing like weeds as you can see! I can’t believe they’ll be 3, 6 and 8 in just a few short months!
I want to thank you for your support over the last 7 years. I truly appreciate your kind words and you sharing my recipes and post with others. 🙂
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One of my favorite foods… Guacamole! I have determined that folks don’t like it because they haven’t had the real thing. Homemade Guacamole is SO easy to make and 10-millions times better than the stuff you buy at the store! I’m not kidding about this.
All you need is 3 simple ingredients (and a few more if you want the deluxe style which is my personal favorite)!
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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”. These…
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!
Blueberry Delight
You can call this recipe a “Blueberry Delight,” “Blueberry Bliss,” “Blueberry Yum-Yum,” or “Blueberry Dream,” but just be sure you put making this recipe on your to-do list soon! If you love blueberries, you are going to LOVE this Dessert! With it’s sweet and salty crust and creamy, cream cheese filling covered with a fresh blueberry…
Cajun Chicken Spaghetti
What better way to use leftover chicken than in this recipe! Absolutely one of my new favorites and a flavorful twist on a classic recipe! The traditional version calls for “non-foods” such as cream of mushroom soup, processed cheese and conventional pasta which we all know is NO good for you! Try this recipe for all…
Italian Chicken Salad
The perfect meal on a hot summer day! Revamp your boring chicken salad with a few secret ingredients that everyone will love.
Jalapeno-Cheddar “Corn” Bread
The is the BEST Cornbread EVER but without the corn! 🙂 That’s right, this Jalapeno-Cheddar “Corn” Bread is minus the corn but with all the flavor and texture of the Southern classic! This recipe will be PERFECT for those who are still holding on to their beloved traditional cornbread.