Cinco de Mayo, which literally means May 5th in Spanish, commemorates the victory of the Mexican army against French forces during the Battle of Puebla on this day in 1862. The significance of the defeat of French forces at Puebla is that it gave Mexican forces a significant morale boost since the French army was […]
Recipe
The Best Baked Macaroni and Cheese EVER!
There are a lot of southern and classic baked mac & cheese recipes out there. And, we’ve tried a ton of them over the years. We always come back to my Mama’s recipe because none of them are as good. The addition of eggs, evaporated milk, eggs, butter, and mustard powder in its recipe gives […]
Copycat Chick-Fil-A Chicken Sandwich and Dipping Sauce Recipes
At $3.79 each, taking a family out for one of these sandwiches can wreck your weekly budget. Not wanting to give up enjoying these delicious sandwiches I set out to find out how to make them at home. Thanks to the recipe below and stocking up on boneless chicken breasts when they are on sale […]
2 Weight Watchers Smartpoints Healthy Berry Probiotic Kefir Popsicles Recipe
Healthy Berry Probiotic Kefir Popsicles Looking for a great dessert or special treat? These make-ahead popsicles will disappear quickly. Learn how to make these healthy Kefir popsicles today. We all know eating ice cream all the time isn’t the smartest option when it comes to being conscious about our food choices. If you happen […]
Paula’s Easy Peanut Butter Powder Cookies Recipe
Paula’s Easy Peanut Butter Powder Cookies These are my favorite peanut butter cookies! I love to stir in some dried cranberries for a festive touch and burst of tangy flavor. You’ll enjoy making this peanut butter powder recipe as it is simple and makes the perfect traditional peanut butter cookie that is super soft and full […]
Quick and Easy Meal – One Skillet Sausage and Rice Recipe
Get your taste buds ready, it’s Tasty Tuesday! One Skillet Sausage and Rice We love one-pan meals, especially well-balanced ones, and this sausage and rice dish delivers. It’s perfect for a busy weeknight and reheats well for lunch the next day. You’ll have dinner on the table in no time with this quick and easy […]
Enjoy S’mores Anytime With Chocolate Marshmallow Swirl Flavored Coffee & This Easy Graham Cracker Recipe
What Do You Need When You Mix Friendly’s Chocolate Marshmallow Swirl Flavored Coffee & Homemade Graham Crackers? S’more Coffee In Your Cup, Of Course!!! Breakfast or dessert? We say this coffee is good for either. When the sweet chocolatey flavors mingled with a hint of marshmallow cream and the nutty roasted coffee hit your tongue, […]
Coconut Quinoa Porridge with Camu Chia Berry Compote Recipe
Coconut Quinoa Porridge with Camu Chia Berry Compote (dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free) The addition of a compote infused with Camu Camu to the porridge makes this a filling breakfast that will last well until lunch. Adding some diced goldenberries would add a nice vitamin boost, too. Coconut Quinoa Porridge Ingredients 1 cup gluten-free oats 1/2 cup quinoa […]
No Mess Outback Steakhouse’s Aussie Cheese Fries Recipe
Outback Steakhouse’s Aussie Cheese Fries One of our most favorite appetizers to get is the Aussie Cheese Fries at Outback Steakhouse. Aussie cheese fries are seasoned fries that are loaded with cheese. They are so good! I found an awesome copycat recipe and have adapted it to meet my needs: 1 bag of Ore-Ida “Simply” Olive […]
Matcha Cake Recipe made with Green Tea Powder is 13 SmartPoints Per Slice
One Organic Matcha Cake Use this recipe to make a cake that is subtly sweet and flavored with green tea. You’ll be enchanted by this matcha dessert’s wonderfully yummy texture and taste. Saved up all week for a delicious treat? At 13 SmartPoints per slice, this cake makes a delicious option when you want to treat yourself to something special. Ingredients: 1 […]
This Delicious Chocolate Smoothie Recipe made with Raw Cacao and Maca is only 8 SmartPoints!
Chocolate Smoothie Cacao and Maca are perfect for smoothies. This is an intense chocolate smoothie that’s thick and creamy without added fat and sugar. You can customize it for the perfect healthy meal or snack. This smoothie will keep you feeling fuller and more energized throughout your day. This delicious smoothie is only 8 – 9 SmartPoints. […]
Homemade Shanklish Recipe – Add This Syrian Blue Cheese To Eggs For Just 3 SmartPoints!
Shanklish Shanklish, also known as shinklish, shankleesh, skunk leesh, sorke, or sürke, is a Lebanese and Syrian bleu cheese made from cow or sheep’s milk. Change up your morning eggs! This cheese adds a lot of flavor and is only 3 SmartPoints per ounce! My great-grandparents immigrated from Syria to the United States and brought their recipe with them. […]
Yummy Raspberry and Banana Nut Mini Muffin Recipes + Pan Review
Perfect for holidays, parties, and any occasion or non-occasion these recipes are foundations that can be built upon with countless variations. Switch up fruits, fats, flours – the possibilities are endless. If time and waistline permitted, I could wake up every morning to the smell of fresh muffins baking in the oven, especially these yummy muffins! […]
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe + Baking Sheet Review
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Perfect for dessert or a snack and filled with tasty oats and chocolate! I dare you to try to keep your hands out of the cookie jar when you kick up your chocolate chip cookies a notch with the addition of nutty tasting oats. Easy to make and delicious, these Oatmeal […]
Homemade Pasta Recipe and Bellemain Large Drying Rack Review
Looking for a classic Italian dinner? Would you like to enjoy a delightful homemade pasta meal? You Can Do It! It is very easy to make your own fresh pasta at home, even without a pasta machine. Try your hand at homemade pasta with this easy-to-work-with dough. Ingredients: 2 Cups All-Purpose Flour 1/4 teaspoon Salt Additional […]
Food Color Chart plus 2 Great Recipes for White Frosting
How many drops to get the color you want? Check out this Food Network chart. It tells you how many drops of each color (red blue, yellow, and green) you need to color 1 cup homemade or 1 container store bought frosting. White Frosting Recipe from Food Network Ingredients: 2 large egg whites 6 tablespoons sugar […]
Delicious Strawberry Pretzel Salad Squares Original and Weight Watchers Recipe
Strawberry Pretzel Salad Squares Take JELL-O to another level with this easy to make and hard to resist recipe. A crushed pretzel crust is topped with layers of fluffy cream cheese and strawberry-laced strawberry gelatin in this chilled dessert classic. Looking for a great dessert for Valentines? Want something easy for an upcoming party? Need to bring […]
Check out this Easy Homemade Apple Crisp Recipe
This is my go-to recipe for leftover apples and peaches! Yes, this recipe works great with peaches, too. This easy baked apple crisp is a delicious sweet dish to make for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Birthdays, Anniversaries, any day of the week that ends with “y”, holiday parties, as a weeknight dessert, etc. Celebrate […]
Leite’s Culinaria Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Leite’s Culinaria Cinnamon Rolls Recipe As you may know, I am a huge fan of Leite’s Culinaria and often go to their site for ideas and recipes. When I discovered this recipe several years ago, I shared it with you. It makes the most delicious cinnamon rolls I’ve ever had! With all the snow we’ve […]
Awesome List of Common Recipe Ingredient Substitutions
Common Ingredient Substitutions that will save you from your kitchen woes! We’ve all been there, you start getting the necessary ingredients for a recipe out and discover that you ran out of (insert ingredient here). Rather than change your menu or make a desperate rush to the store, I’ve learned that I can make […]
Homemade English Muffins Recipe
Homemade English Muffins Homemade English muffins are fun to make, delicious, and cost just pennies each. With this recipe you can make your own tall-rising English muffins filled with nooks and crannies, perfect for butter and homemade jam. No need to add this breakfast item to your grocery list — make your own instead! This homemade English […]
Super Bowl LII Tangy Meatloaf, Asian Banh Mi, and Greek Turkey Burger Recipes
Tangy Meatloaf, Asian Banh Mi, and Greek Turkey Burgers With game day just a few short weeks away, it’s time to find the perfect burger to serve. February 4th and the halftime show with Justin Timberlake will be here before you know it! When I got a new burger press several years ago I needed […]
The Trawler Restaurant’s Famous Crab Dip + Recipe Makeover 🥣 Lite version is only 1 SmartPoint per serving!
The Trawler Restaurant in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, first opened in 1967, one year after I was born and just four years before I moved to Charleston, as an oyster bar. As their business increased, rooms were added on to the original structure until the restaurant had an impressive 15 rooms. It was in the mid-1970’s that I first remember my […]
Candied Fruit & Nut Cookies Recipe
Candied Fruit & Nut Cookies Recipe Filled with chopped fruits and nuts, these no-fuss drop cookies are full of nutty and fruity goodness. They’re always a hit at holiday time. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup sugar 1 large egg 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon […]
Family Baking: Italian Anise and Sugar Cookies + No-Bake Cheesecake Recipes
I have been blessed to be surrounded by a large family. I’ve always had the luxury of knowing that I was loved and had someone in my corner. Over the years I’ve lost some of the […]
