Fudgy dark chocolate brownies are topped with marshmallows, chocolate chips and assortment of nuts to make this irresistible Rocky Road Brownie dessert. Hey y’all! I hope you are in the mood for something decadent. I also hope that you have a childish streak in you. Because today’s dessert is fun, delicious and utterly divine. Who…
Asian Inspired Whole Roasted Chicken
This Asian-inspired whole roasted chicken is spicy, succulent and bursting with flavors; the perfect centerpiece for a small family’s Thanksgiving & Holiday meal. Can you believe it’s almost Thanksgiving? And then it will be Christmas?! I guess it’s time to get my act together and plan this year’s menu. I remember the first time that we…
Protein-Packed Persian Jeweled Pilaf (Vegan, GF)
Thank you Village Harvest for sponsoring this post. Every day Village Harvest is planting seeds of change and growing possibilities, one bag of goodness at a time. This fragrant Persian Jeweled Pilaf is dotted with cranberries, nuts & saffron, and made with a protein-packed blend of rice, quinoa & lentils. The perfect quick and light…
Blueberry & Blackberry Clafoutis
In this take on the classic French baked dessert, I have swapped the cherries for seasonal blueberries and blackberries. This delightful blueberry and blackberry clafoutis makes for a delicious summer dessert or brunch recipe. Serve as such or with a scoop of ice cream! One of our favorite holiday mom-son activity is baking. We don’t…
Carrot Chai Coconut Cake With Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting
This incredibly moist carrot cake made with organic sweet carrots, brewed tea, chai spices and coconut is topped with brown sugar cream cheese frosting and toasted coconut flakes. Stunning and delicious, this carrot-chai-coconut cake makes for an amazing Easter brunch dessert. Can you believe it’s almost Easter? I was just going through our schedule for…
Indian-Style Roast Chicken With Green Chutney Sauce
Juicy, golden oven-roasted chicken has all the delicious flavors of an Indian green chutney. The pan juices are then turned into an elegant, silky gravy to serve with the chicken. The flavors are fresh, tangy, creamy and perfectly spicy! Roast chicken is always a welcome sight. It is the perfect weeknight dinner. You toss chicken…
20 Christmas Cakes & Cookies – A Recipe Roundup
Don’t miss this roundup of 20 of the best cookies and cakes for all your Holiday baking needs. How’s your Christmas baking coming along? I have put together 20 of my absolute favorite cookie and cake recipes for all your Holiday baking needs. Here’s your one-stop blog post for cookies and cakes this Christmas. 1….
Chocolate-Dipped Almond & Orange Cookies
These easy to make slice and bake cookies dotted with toasted almonds and bright orange zest are dipped in melted chocolate and topped with coconut flakes, for an enticing Christmas treat. Winter break is here. It’s Christmas week. And baby, is it cold outside!! But, this is the perfect weather for warm cookies, enjoyed with a hot cuppa…
Gingerbread Cutout Cookies
With a slight snap on the outside, chewy insides, and the signature flavor of molasses and spices, gingerbread cookies are a Christmas classic. Here is an easy recipe for gingerbread cutout cookies that do not spread and are fun to decorate with simple icing. Gingerbread cookies – you either love them or hate them. Took me a while to cross…
Lemon Thyme Mini Christmas Cakes
Bring a spot of summer sunshine to your Christmas festivities with these cute mini cakes bursting with lemon and thyme flavor and topped with a zesty lemon glaze. How’s your Holiday baking coming along? Do you tend to bake the same recipes every year or do you like to explore new recipes? I do a bit…
Hot Chocolate Mix {Christmas Edible Gift}
This homemade hot chocolate mix is absolutely delicious and super easy to make. Make a big batch and gift them to friends and family this Christmas. Is there anyone else who likes to drink ‘cold’ hot chocolate? Or is it just my son? He wants me to make him a piping hot mug of hot cocoa topped with…
Green Beans With Garlic, Shallots & Walnuts
Crisp, fresh green beans stir fried with butter, garlic, shallots and crunchy walnuts makes for an easy and delicious side ready in 15 minutes. I remember the first time that I fed an infant Boy mashed green beans. He spit it right out, made a face, gagged (or at least pretended to) and closed his little mouth…
