As a kid I loved Quaker Instant Oatmeal. I looked forward to trying all the different flavors. But Maple and Brown Sugar was my favorite! I still love the combo of hearty oats with pure maple syrup and rich brown sugar!! Yummmmm!!! This cookie brings those simple flavors together again. I bring them to friends, teachers,…
Archives for May 2015
Best Ever Pina Colada
Here I am in rainy Colorado, dreaming of tropical places filled with sunshine and coconut cocktails. We have a saying here in Colorado, “If you don’t like the weather, stick around for 5 minutes, it’ll change!” And it’s so true….USUALLY!!! But for the last two weeks it has been non-stop RAIN! In an attempt to…
Crustless Broccoli Quiche
Do you have broccoli or other veggies that need to get used? Make quiche! A pinch of nutmeg gives this Crustless Broccoli Quiche the most wonderful flavor. Here’s the bonus….it’s crustless, making it fast and easy! I used individual ramekins but it can also be made in a pie dish. Want another timesaving reason to…
Cheesy Rice and Veggie Bake
I love a good, hearty, comfort food casserole! This Cheesy Rice and Veggie Bake includes broccoli, onions, mushrooms and celery, baked with rice, creamy mushroom soup and cheese for a simple, healthy weeknight dinner. Use leftover Cream of Mushroom Soup from last night’s dinner and save time as well as feel good about a healthy…
Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup
The rain just won’t quit here in Colorado, so how about some Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup to warm your soul?! One of my childhood favorites, cream of mushroom soup! It continues to be a favorite, especially now that I’ve learned to make it in the crock-pot and can use the leftovers in tomorrow’s…
Mini Weekly Menu
This week I am bringing you a Mini Weekly Menu. It includes three dinner recipes that go together to make planning, shopping and preparing meals easier. On the first night, try my Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup. It’s “souper” easy and so yummy! The recipe will give you extra soup to use…
Pineapple Habanero Margarita
Happy Cinco de Mayo! I just whipped up a delicious Pineapple Habanero Margarita that I want to share with you! I highly recommend that you stop at the store on your way home or make the trip for these ingredients….totally worth it!! Habaneros are HOT so just use a tiny slice for the perfect heat…
Better Weekly Menus!
Happy Monday! It has been a busy couple of weeks around here…. including two weeks in a row of friends and family visiting from out of town! There’s not much that I love more than having guests in our home! It truly makes me happy! Thank you to Kris and Tracy and the Hassetts for…
Nachos (in the words of Scotty)
Looking for an easy and yummy after-school snack for your kids? Scotty would like to share with you his favorite…Nachos! I thought it would be appropriate for him to actually write the post for our Kids in the Kitchen finale! Be sure to scroll to the bottom for more pictures. I’ll let him take it…