Food Bites & Articles
Flavorful Labor Day Recipes
Where has summer gone? Wasn't Memorial Day just yesterday? I've blinked, fall is around the corner, and it's time to say goodbye to summer at my Labor Day cookout. These flavorful Labor Day recipes will have my guests asking for...
21 Zucchini Dinner Recipes
Make zucchini the star of the meal with these tasty zucchini dinner recipes. We love cooking with our garden zucchini during the summer, but so many zucchini recipes are side dishes. These dinner recipes feature zucchini in the most delicious...
14 Dinners Made in a Flash
Summers are relaxing, right? Well if you're shuffling kids to camp, heading to and from sports activities, or shuttling kids back to school, you may not agree with that statement. Life gets hectic, and on those days, dinners made in...
Brownie Lovers Need These 7 Recipes
A gooey brownie and a glass of milk can turn a bad day around. But you know what will really put a smile on someone's face? A jazzed-up brownie. Think rocky road, s'mores, raspberry, strawberry, frosted, or dipped in more chocolate...
No-Bake Desserts for Summer Entertaining
Lately, it's been hard for me to catch up with friends because life is busy. But this weekend we all seem to be free, so I've decided to have everyone over. We can catch up about what's going on in...
15 Budget-Friendly Cookout Recipes
There's no denying that everything is more expensive these days. Grocery bills have gone up which isn't ideal if hosting a barbecue. But there are some tips and tricks that can help save a few dollars. Using store coupons, buying...
20 Last-Minute Summer Dessert Recipes
Whether you forgot you need to bring something to a barbecue or decide to have an impromptu dinner party, having last-minute summer dessert recipes handy is a must. The key to these types of recipes is easy. Easy to prepare...
Fresh Peach Recipes That Are Just Peachy
Juicy peaches are pure perfection in the summer. Near my house, there is a truck that has the best peaches. After biting into one, make sure to have napkins handy. I picked up a box this weekend and I can't...
15 Summery Chicken Dinners
Chicken is versatile and always a family-pleaser and recipes can be tailored for whatever season you're in. In the summer, chicken can be grilled, baked, incorporated into salads, and lightened up with fresh ingredients. Here are 15 summery chicken dinners...
August Farmer’s Market Finds
We love going to the farmer’s market during the summer. The fruits and vegetables are some of our absolute favorites. At your local August farmer’s market, you’ll find zucchini, watermelon, tomatoes, peaches, corn, mango, avocado, and other favorite in-season produce....
16 Summer Taco Recipes
Fresh and full of flavor, these summer taco recipes are a delicious weeknight meal. From street tacos to grilled veggie tacos to shrimp tacos, these easy taco recipes are versatile and great for the whole family. Top these tacos with...
Peanut Butter Treats for PB Lovers
What can you do with a jar of peanut butter besides make a sandwich? How about whipping up a peanut butter treat! Don't get me wrong... I love a PB&J sandwich. But, when my sweet tooth wins, I want to...
23 Deep-Fried Foods
If you’re looking for healthy foods, back away slowly. This deep-fried roundup is full of drool-worthy, buttery, not-at-all good for you foods! We’re talking about fried mac and cheese balls, deep-fried cookie dough, coated jalapeño bites and so many more...
Delicious Summer Appetizers
In hot weather, delicious summer appetizers are wonderful. What makes them so special? They're light, fresh, and versatile for summer parties. Put a few on a wooden board, and you have a beautiful summer appetizer platter. If you need to...
10 No-Bake Desserts
Know how to satisfy a sweet craving and not heat the kitchen? No-bake desserts! It may be hot outside, but these recipes will keep your kitchen cool. Want an added bonus? They look fancy, but they're easy to make. Even...
Tasty Sides for Burgers
Not sure about you but sometimes we crave a simple cheeseburger. Grilled, topped with a slice of melty American cheese, and placed on a toasted bun, yum! What makes a basic burger dinner unique are the side dishes. Beer battered...
25 Seasonal Summer Recipes
Summer is all about warm afternoons, longer days, and tons of garden-fresh goodies. From appetizers to mains and sides to desserts, these 25 seasonal summer recipes make the most of fresh summer produce. Requiring minimal preparation, they capture the flavors...
Blueberry Desserts Are Perfect for Summer
Throughout the summer, I love to use fresh fruit when baking. Right now, I'm on a blueberry kick. I just can't get enough of the juicy and sweet blueberries from my local market. Tonight I'm going to whip something up...
Light and Fresh Summer Dinner Ideas
When thinking of summer dinner recipes, most of the time grilling comes to mind. But what if you don't have a grill? You can still enjoy delicious summer dinners, and no grill is required. If you're searching for a summer...
Recipes Kids Can Help Make
Come summer, keeping kids entertained is a full-time job. Kids can't wait for school to get out for summer. Parents, on the other hand, may wish the school year lasted a bit longer. Want to know an easy way to...