These pistachio muffins use pistachios two ways: half ground into a paste to infuse color and deep nutty flavor, and the other half coarsely chopped for texture. Combined with cream cheese, they bake up tender, moist, and richly flavored — naturally green without any pudding mix. Pistachios have a delicate, floral nuttiness that can fade … Read more

This week’s post is a little late and missing some photos — a last-minute trip to Ohio for a funeral threw our schedule off. The kids enjoyed seeing their cousins after a long separation, and meeting my three new baby nephews was a bright spot. The drive there and back was difficult, especially during a … Read more

Low-calorie lunches can be flavorful and satisfying. Fish, lean meats, legumes, and plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables bring big taste to these low calorie lunch ideas. Many of these meals take less than 30 minutes to prepare, making them ideal for busy days or quick breaks when you work from home. Lentils, quinoa and … Read more

Sweet raspberry preserves make a bright, fruity filling for this decadent Chocolate Raspberry Cake. Enjoy light, moist chocolate layers paired with a rich chocolate buttercream. The cake was so fudgy and delicious. Hubby had two pieces!! -Nancy Homemade Chocolate Cake With Raspberry Filling Chocolate pairs well with many flavors, but chocolate and raspberry is a … Read more

An easy slow-cooker chicken recipe the whole family will enjoy is a real weeknight lifesaver. This Crock-Pot Italian chicken is a simple, flavorful dish you can put together even on the busiest days. The base recipe uses three main ingredients—chicken thighs, sliced onion, and a jar of spaghetti sauce—but a few pantry staples will take … Read more

I’m seriously considering changing my Facebook relationship status to “In A Relationship With Greek Salad Flatbread” because I can’t get enough of this delicious fusion of crisp flatbread and bright Greek salad. Start with a pizza dough—yes, pizza dough. It works perfectly for flatbread. I used my favorite whole wheat dough, rolled it out, brushed … Read more

I’m taking Meatless Monday up a notch with these roasted butternut squash French breads—loaded with flavor and easy to make. There’s something so comforting about a classic French bread pizza. In high school we made the Stouffer’s version all the time, and after Eddie and I got married I made homemade French bread pizzas constantly. … Read more

I shared this flower tutorial a few weeks ago at Naptime Crafters and wanted to post it here as well. I call them Stacked Flowers. I made the first one with felt, then tried fabric. They’re quick to make and very cute! Stacked Felt Flower Tutorial Supplies: – Free downloadable pattern (use the pattern to … Read more

Inspired by Pakistani bakery sandwiches, these Chicken Mayo Sandwiches are rich and creamy without being overly mayo-heavy. The recipe centers on juicy, flavorful chicken breast tossed in a balanced, silky sauce—creamy, savory, and tangy—with crunchy, customizable mix-ins. They’re ideal for gatherings, tea time, or a make-ahead lunch. Wait… what type of sandwiches are these? These … Read more

Braided Sweetheart Cookies are soft sugar cookies shaped into pink and white striped hearts. They’re simple to make, delicate in texture thanks to powdered sugar, and so pretty you won’t need frosting. Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to bake something special. These braided heart cookies are a lovely twist on classic sugar cookies: the … Read more