Jump to Recipe One of my kids’ favorite cookies to scarf down are Peanut Butter Love Cups, I just made them not too long ago for a karaoke party at my house and decided I wanted to share them with you here so you can all enjoy them as well! They go quickly, let me tell you, so you might want to double the recipe if everyone is having two or more! Preparation For these love cups, you’re going to want to want to start by preheating the oven to 375 degrees. While the oven is preheating, take out a mixing bowl. Measure out 3 cups of flour, and add that to the bowl. Next, measure out half a teaspo ..read more

Jump to Recipe There are many versions of this Rice Crispy Treats recipe out there, but my friends always ask for my recipe since I’ve been fine-tuning it over the years to make sure they aren’t too dry and don’t have too much topping. This is the perfect treat to make when you are in a hurry since the prep time is so fast, keeping in mind that you do need to let them sit and cool until the topping is solid.  Starting the Rice Crispy Treats First, butter a 13 x 9 pan well on the bottom and sides. In a large bowl, add the Rice Crispies and set them aside for later.  ..read more

Jump to Recipe Do you ever wake up in the morning and feel like you don’t have enough time to make a healthy breakfast for yourself before you make some breakfast for your step-kids or hurry off to work? Well, here’s my healthy veggie and goat cheese breakfast that I love to make in the mornings, and it only takes 15 minutes! A Healthy Breakfast Stir-fry You’re Bound to Love! You can obviously throw in any vegetables you have in your kitchen that you think would go great with goat cheese, but typically, I throw in some broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus, mushrooms, and tomatoes in mine. I recom ..read more

Jump to Recipe Pumpkin cookies have always been a favorite in our household, no matter the time of year. Add on some tasty cream cheese frosting dashed with a little cinnamon and they taste de-lish! Keep scrolling to find my delicious pumpkin cookie recipe. It won’t disappoint! These cookies would be a great way to make up if you’re having a tough time getting along with your step-kids around the holidays. Read one of my experiences on that here. Where to Start with these ~Pumpkin Cookies~ Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. First, cream the shortening and sugar together in a bowl. When that is ..read more

Jump to Recipe Looking for a fun fall treat? This pumpkin roll recipe is perfect if you’ve got a holiday party or family gathering you’ve gotta get to stat and you need a sweet, unique dessert! My family has always enjoyed this sweet treat and I know you will too. Pumpkin Roll Prep Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Get out a mixing bowl and mixer or if you’re like me, the ol’ KitchenAide and beat your 3 eggs on high for 5 minutes. After you’ve beaten the eggs for 5 minutes, gradually beat in the sugar, pumpkin, and lemon juice. Then add the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and s ..read more

Jump to Recipe ‘Tis that spooky time of year! Pumpkin is back and I have the perfect Pumpkin Pie recipe for holiday parties and family dinners! This flawless pie is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. WHEN TO MAKE IT? Parties and family get togethers are stressful on a good day. This dessert is the best dish to make the day before! This no-stress Pumpkin Pie takes the focus off food and puts it back on your loved ones! EVERY PIE STARTS WITH A CRUST Pre-made pie crusts will do in a pinch, but if you want the best pie, you need the best crust. Try my Easy Pie Crust recipe for a great start to your ..read more

Jump to Recipe Pies are a staple this time of year, but this crust if great year-round. Pair this buttery crust with your favorite pie for a delicious treat. You can pair it with my recipe for The Perfect Pumpkin Pie. PIE IN MY HOUSE Pies go with holidays in my house. Cherry in the summer, Pumpkin in the fall, the possibilities are endless! And, my granddaughter has started asking to help! This easy recipe is great for spending time with your kids or grand-kids. It is a simple activity that they will remember forever! Pie crusts can be tricky but I have the perfect recipe for a buttery, flaky ..read more

Jump to Recipe One of the ways I win over my step kids (and their mom) is to make them yummy treats! Even though some of the kids don’t care for cinnamon rolls, they love mine! Their mom doesn’t even like cinnamon rolls, but always has seconds of my recipe. CINNAMON ROLLS: THE FOUNDATION You have to have dough that isn’t too heavy and won’t get dry or hard after cooling. That is why I use my Magic Dough recipe. This dough is best when you can make it the night before and put it in the refrigerator overnight, but I use it immediately as well. It easy to handle (not too sticky)! The following r ..read more

Jump to Recipe HOMEMADE DILL & GARLIC BREADSTICKS Do you ever feel like it is difficult to get the adult kids to come visit for dinner? These dill & garlic breadsticks do the trick for me every time! These are a frequent request at our house. It was originally my sister’s recipe, but my husband and I have refined it a bit. WHAT GOES BEST WITH THESE BREADSTICKS? We like to have these breadsticks with any pasta dinner (see Skillet lasagna), potato dinner (see golden buttery bacon potatoes), or soup (see broccoli cheese soup). They are also the perfect side for salads. My family also lov ..read more

Enjoy this array of blended family quotes: Blended families are a beautiful mix of diverse people who each serve an important role in our lives. At times, it can be challenging to appreciate everyone’s unique beauty. -Deana Kellar La Rosa There is no such thing as a “broken family.” Family is family, and is not determined by marriage certificates, divorce papers, and adoption documents. -C. JoyBell All mothers are warriors who have given life…and all stepmothers are warriors who can change a life. -The Pondering Nook When you and your spouse are able to work together to come up with c ..read more