Putting together a cheese board appetizer is easier than you think. Follow these practical steps and tips to create a simple holiday cheese board that will please every guest. This post mentions items I picked up at my local Dominion store as part of holiday entertaining. All opinions are my own. Ready-made platters save the … Read more

Some weeks it’s hard to narrow down just seven recipes when so many tempting dishes are waiting to be discovered. This week I dove into a sea of coconut recipes and found an irresistible collection of sweet and savory ideas that deserve a spot on your menu. Coconut appears in so many forms — flaked, … Read more

If we are what we eat, I am awfully sweet! Hello peeps! I recently shared a banana cake and couldn’t wait to write about the layered cake I built from it. Life got busy and blogging slowed down a bit, so my goal of posting a new recipe each week slipped. I’ll make up for … Read more

+ Poseidon Restaurant and a Hilton Head Vacation (Part 2) ~ Caprese Grilled Fish is a super-simple yet incredibly delicious meal that’s perfect with summer’s best tomatoes and basil! Just the kind of fresh fish recipe you’ll find on the menu at Poseidon restaurant in Hilton Head, South Carolina – or the type of recipe … Read more

On my Salt Lake City breakfast tour I’m focusing mostly on newer spots, but a few favorites that feel fresh to the valley still make the list. One of those is Beaumont. I picked up a breakfast burrito there recently and knew it deserved a mention. I love Beaumont for two main reasons: convenience and … Read more

This one-pan enchilada skillet is an easy, 30-minute meal that’s naturally gluten-free and can be made dairy-free if you prefer. It’s perfect topped with avocado slices and fresh cilantro. I’d long admired one-skillet taco and enchilada recipes circulating online and finally gave one a try—why not, since I love Tex‑Mex? This recipe is a great … Read more

If you want something comforting, flavorful and still healthy, try this take on classic Shepherd’s Pie. It delivers the same warmth you remember from home-cooked versions but is Whole30, Paleo, dairy-free and gluten-free. This version includes extra vegetables—mushrooms and zucchini—for added texture and nutrition. What Is Shepherd’s Pie Shepherd’s Pie is a savory casserole traditionally … Read more

Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bars combine a rich, creamy vanilla cheesecake with silky homemade salted caramel. This sweet-and-salty dessert is simple to make but impressive to serve. If you love salted caramel, these cheesecake bars are a must-try: creamy, tender, and swirled with decadent caramel. These Cheesecake Bars Are… Swirled throughout with homemade salted caramel Rich, … Read more

A Recipe Blogger’s PSA Hello everyone! I absolutely love creating video recipes. Juggling this passion alongside a full-time job and time with family and friends has nearly taken over my free hours, but honestly, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. People often say that if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day … Read more

My daughter and I both adore this Strawberry Mango Smoothie. Packed with ripe strawberries and sweet mango, it’s a bright, refreshing way to start the day. Lately I’ve been enjoying mangoes a lot, and they pair beautifully with strawberries—this smoothie quickly became a favorite. Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe Making smoothies at home is simple, fast, … Read more