Happy Thursday my friends! I'm still trying to use up our lemons from the tree out back - we had SO MANY! This Crock-pot lemon chicken and rice has got to be one of my favorite lemony dinners to make during the spring and summer months. It's light and fresh, but also herby and garlicky. And it's served over rice that's had a chance to soak up all of those flavors. It's really, really good (and easy). The Deets This recipe makes a smaller portion, only 4 chicken thighs, but you can easily double it to make a full family meal of 6-8 thighs. The preparation and cooking process is straightforward ..read more

So, I'm really late to the sourdough starter party, but I've finally arrived. If you're a beginner with no prior knowledge of sourdough, don't worry. I was too. I'm going to walk you through the process of creating your very own sourdough starter from scratch, and it's easy. I promise, don't overthink this. First Of All, What is Sourdough Starter? A sourdough starter is a fermented mixture of flour and water that contains wild yeast and bacteria. It acts as a natural leavening agent for baking sourdough bread, giving it that distinct tangy flavor and airy texture. Ingredients and Tools You Ne ..read more

Happy Friday, my friends! As promised, I baked the other butterscotch cookie I talked about on Instagram. And, let me tell you, these oatmeal butterscotch cookies should be at the very top of your weekend baking list. They combine the hearty texture of rolled oats with the rich sweetness of butterscotch chips, creating the most perfect oatmeal cookie. Each bite is satisfyingly crunchy, chewy, and incredibly flavorful. If you love a good oatmeal cookie, my friends, these butterscotch oatmeal cookies are going to be a real treat. The Ingredients and Their Roles Every ingredient in these oatmeal ..read more

These brand spanking new peanut butter oatmeal butterscotch cookies are going to knock your socks off, my friends. They blend creamy peanut butter with the hearty texture of oats and the caramel sweetness of butterscotch chips, IN ONE COOKIE. The end result is a satisfyingly chewy and flavor-rich cookie that's perfect for any occasion from your morning coffee to a late-night snack. They're easy to make and even easier to chow down. First, Let's Talk About The Ingredients Oats and Flour: The flour provides structure, while the oats bring a chewy texture and nutty flavor. Tip This recipe ca ..read more

Friends! I hope you're sitting down. You're going to love today's recipe. These lemonies, also known as lemon brownies have the most tender crumb that's infused with the bright, tangy flavor of lemon. They combine the richness of butter and white chocolate with the zesty punch of fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, creating a perfectly balanced, sweet, and tart treat. Topped with a smooth lemony glaze, they're sure to brighten your day. Okay, So What Exactly Are Lemonies? Imagine the rich, chewy texture of a classic brownie. Now, take out the chocolate and infuse that with the bright, tangy fla ..read more

I'm pretty sure there's nothing better than a one-pot dinner. Unless, of course, it's a one-pot taco dinner. This chicken taco rice casserole is both of those things my friends, and so much more. It's made with tender shredded chicken, seasoned to perfection if I say so myself, nestled amidst a flavorful rice blend, topped with gooey melted cheese. Comfort food meet Mexican food. Here's What You Need to Make Chicken Taco Rice Casserole 2 chicken breasts, shredded or about 2 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken 1 yellow onion 2 tablespoons taco seasoning 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon sea ..read more

It's lemon season! Our tree in the backyard produces an abundance of lemons, so get ready for all the lemon recipes, my friends. And these lemon poppy seed cookies are the very tip top of my list. Each bite has the perfect balance of zesty lemon flavor and the subtle crunch of poppy seeds, all wrapped up in a soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookie. They're like a refreshing lemonade, but in dessert form. They're utterly irresistible and 100% guaranteed to brighten your day. The Ingredients You'll Need For These Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies Sugar: Sweetens the cookies. Lemon zest: Infuses the cookies wi ..read more

I posted a recipe yesterday that got me thinking. It was adapted from a whole food recipe I've been making forever for blueberry pecan baked oatmeal. The original recipe is made with maple syrup, but I wanted the new recipe to be made with brown sugar. So I worked out the conversion from maple syrup to brown sugar and I thought it might be helpful for you too, since understanding ingredient substitutions can really up your cooking and baking game. So, let's break this down. Understanding the Differences Maple Syrup: Derived from the sap of maple trees, maple syrup offers a rich flavor profile ..read more

Hey my friends, I'd like you to meet my newest breakfast love - blueberry pecan baked oatmeal. It's made with a mouthwatering combination of juicy blueberries, crunchy pecans, and warm spices that will make you want to literally hop out of bed in the morning. This recipe is not only delicious to eat, but it's also extremely versatile and simple to make. So, grab your apron (I know you've got one) and let's do this. The Ingredients For Blueberry Pecan Baked Oatmeal 2 1/2 cups rolled oats (opt for certified gluten-free oats if you're avoiding gluten) 1 1/2 teaspoons chia seeds 1 teaspoon bakin ..read more

Today, I want to share one of my favorite lunchtime meals with you. Imagine all the deliciousness of a juicy hamburger served up conveniently in a bowl. Well, that's exactly what these easy hamburger bowls are, and they're 100% DELICIOUS. No need for a bun here – we're keeping it light and fresh with a base of crisp romaine lettuce, topped with savory seasoned ground beef, creamy avocado, zesty red onion, and a drizzle of irresistible sauce. Trust me you guys, this is better (and way easier) than any burger! Here's The List Of Ingredients For The Sauce 1/2 cup mayonnaise (avoc ..read more