Tired of the same old shrimp scampi? Then change things up and try this Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi with a secret ingredient for a velvety smooth sauce.   Shrimp scampi is a classic dish that’s on almost every Italian restaurant menu. While the Italian version of this recipe starred crawfish, when shrimp was introduced to it the recipe spread like wildfire! And there’s no reason for it not to. It cooks up quickly, tastes delicious, and has very few ingredients. This version has a secret ingredient to make the sauce creamy and delicious.   How do you clean shrimp?   The ..read more

Waffled Carrot Latkes are here to revolutionize your holiday spread with a crispy, flavorful spin that will leave everyone impressed.   Once up a time, many many years ago, I hosted a holiday dinner for Mom and my stepdad. Since my stepdad is Jewish, I tried to remain as kosher as possible. Granted, it wasn’t kosher beef, but I’m sure a kosher rib roast would have cost way more than the one I purchased.   I can’t even remember what else was served up with the tasty roast, but I do remember my stepdad, A, making some delicious latkes. How in the world had I not ever had or made the ..read more

Indulge in a burst of tangy sweetness with every bite of our Moist Meyer Lemon Loaf.  Perfect for a summer picnic or an afternoon treat. This post is sponsored in conjunction with #SpringSweetsWeek. I received product samples from sponsor companies to help in the creation of the week’s recipes. All opinions are mine.   Nothing says spring desserts than bright and fresh citrus recipes. That includes Meyer lemon desserts. I have a few on the blog. All stemming from this #SpringSweetsWeek. Before then, I had only heard of them but never found them at my local grocery store. I’m thril ..read more

Craving something sweet but tired of the same old options? These Fig Preserve Shortbread Bars are a twist on a classic treat that will satisfy your sugar craving. This post is sponsored in conjunction with #SpringSweetsWeek. I received product samples from sponsor companies to help in the creation of the week’s recipes. All opinions are mine.   The only figs I’ve eaten are dried or in those cookies.  You know which ones I’m talking about, right?  So, when I got my hands on some fresh figs for Spring Sweets Week, I was thrilled!  I had such great plans of making something ..read more

Upgrade your brunch game with a delicious twist on a traditional French dish with this Blood Orange Crêpe Suzette.  It’s a burst of tangy sweetness in every bite! This post is sponsored in conjunction with #SpringSweetsWeek. I received product samples from sponsor companies to help in the creation of the week’s recipes. All opinions are mine.   Crêpes are so delicious. Their delicate flavor and versatility makes them a fun and tasty dish. I’m going to tell you that crêpes aren’t as hard to make as you think. You don’t need a crêpe pan or that little wooden paddle thing. I speak fr ..read more

Looking for the perfect summer dessert? Look no further! This Strawberry Icebox Cheesecake is light, creamy and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor.   I know most of you readers are experiencing cooler weather that’s typical of this time of year in North America.  And you’re probably thinking, “Why on Earth are you making a strawberry icebox cheesecake!?  Bake a cheesecake and warm the house up a bit!”  I’m with you, but it’s Florida strawberry season!   Did you know that Florida strawberry season starts in December?   Yup!  Their season runs from Decemb ..read more

Shake things up with this flavorful One-Pot Tuna Noodle Casserole. Perfect for lunch or dinner, and sure to become a family favorite!   When I was growing up, we never had tuna noodle casserole. I didn’t even know such a thing existed until I was in my early teens. I stumbled on a recipe for tuna casserole and thought it sounded delicious! So, I decided to make it for dinner one night. Yes, that’s what we did in our house. Us kids were expected to make the menu and cook.   I made the tuna casserole, and I thought it tasted delicious! How in the world could we have gone this long ..read more

Unleash your inner chef with this simple yet impressive recipe for Fondant Potatoes. It’s the perfect side dish for your date night dinner.   I’ve had my eye on making fondant potatoes for a while now. But, like most, I thought they were difficult to make and required more effort than I was ready to put into it. I’m here to tell you, they are super simple to make! And they are so worth it! The crispy outside and tender inside all wrapped in buttery herb goodness. You’ll wonder why you didn’t make these potatoes before.   What are fondant potatoes?   Fondant potatoes are nothi ..read more

Get ready for a flavor explosion with Chicken Pot Pie French Bread Pizza.  It’s the ultimate comfort food mashup. Trust us, one bite and you’ll be hooked.   It’s NATIONAL PIZZA MONTH!! I don’t know about you, but I could probably eat pizza once a week and never get tired of it. And it doesn’t even have to be a different type of pizza. Like I could eat the same supreme pizza from my favorite pizza place every week. It’s so good!   I think I had this recipe the works around the time of a pie event. Don’t quote me on that one. It does make sense though. A pot pie pizza pie? I kn ..read more

Looking for a hearty and tasty dinner option? Try this delicious Ham & Veggie Noodle Casserole! Your taste buds will thank you.   Short on time but craving a comforting casserole? We’ve all been there! You’ve had a hectic day, and now a growling stomach with little time to spare. Picture this: tender bites of leftover ham, delicious vegetables, and noodles all nestled in a creamy tomato sauce all baked to cheesy golden-brown perfection. Are you drooling yet? Because I am! Get ready to say goodbye to long hours in the kitchen and hello to more time for yourself.   How do you pr ..read more