Have you ever wanted a pasta night, but didn’t have any pasta sauce in the cabinet? I have made this recipe many times and each time it just seems to be better and better. I love homemade pasta, but making an entire pasta meal can be too much. Over the last year, I’ve been makingRead More
Baileys Irish cream and Peppermint Vodka Christmas Martini
This is such a yummy after dinner drink to add to the end of any meal. Last year I was at my cousins house on Christmas Day. We played that saran wrap game where they had a bunch of mini liquor bottles and lottery tickets wrapped in lots and lots of saran wrap. ItRead More
Top 10 Kitchen Products that I Love
How many kitchen gadgets do you have that you never knew you needed until you had it? Well, I have many of them! Below are just a few of the many I have that are my favorites. I always say, I can’t justify having another kitchen appliance, I have everything I need! These alsoRead More
Cranberry Brie Bites with Fresh Rosemary and Chopped Pecans
This is an appetizer that is sure to WOW everyone! I’ve made this when I’ve had gatherings at my house and I’ve taken it to party’s. Just be sure to check with the host to see if you they mind if you can use their oven when you get there or if it’s being usedRead More
Who Doesn’t Want Good Skin?
Last year I turned 40 (Shhhh…..don’t tell anyone)! I’ve always been told that I have great natural skin! I have to say, I can’t take credit for it! Between my grandmothers and my mother, it’s definitely something that I got from them! But as time goes on, I’ve found you must do a little moreRead More
Chicken Bruschetta Zoodle Bowl
We are almost through July and we are still in modified quarantined! And depending on where you are, some places are starting to lock down again. If you are like me, you are still cooking 98% of your meals at home! This one is easy, fresh and quick! Tomatoes and Zucchini will be coming inRead More
Garden Fresh Salsa
We all have our favorite salsa out there, but this is by far one of the most flavorful and easy recipe! You just chop and drop! People are always looking for ways to eat a little more healthy without loosing flavor! This is something that you can serve with your favorite dipping vegetable or yourRead More
How to stay motivated and disciplined while being quarantined!
We have been hearing many phrases over the past few weeks like, “unprecedented times”, “self-quarantine” and “social distancing”. I know there are many more out there, but those are some of the ones I hear the most. During this time, I think most people are staying at home, limiting their time going outside and spendingRead More
Green St. Patrick’s Day Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies made with Cake Mix
Who doesn’t love a good festive cookie during the holidays? No matter what, cookies are always a great go-to when attending party or even just for the office. I will tell you, everyone in my office always loves the fun cookies, just because they are a little different and so many people like to tryRead More
Mint Chocolate Chip Cookie
I have to tell you, I love a good homemade cookie that is tasty and easy to make. I know baking scares a lot of people off, but truth be told, it’s actually one of the easiest things. The recipe is provided for you and as long as you follow it, without modifications, your cookieRead More
Cinnamon Snickerdoodle Cake with Cinnamon Chips
Who doesn’t love a good snickerdoodle cookie? Well now you can love a snickerdoodle CAKE!!!! And this cake has a little something extra added in it! I used these Hershey’s cinnamon chips to just take this cake to the next level. I’ve had cinnamon chips in the cabinet since the holiday’s since they were atRead More
My Famous Chili with Bacon and Veggies
Today we are going to talk about this amazing chili that I made. I have a secret ingredient in there as well! I love easy meals that are limited on clean up because it can all be made in the same pot. Whether you are using the instant pot or making it on the stoveRead More
Creamy Soft Peanut Butter Hershey Kisses Cookies!
Growing up I always remember these classic cookies as being on the top of my ever growing and changing favorite cookie list. But the older I got, the more I loved these cookies! I mean who doesn’t love a soft chewy peanut butter cookie topped with a kiss! Whenever I see these at gatheringsRead More
Chicken and Cauliflower Rice
This dish is a one pot meal that is on the table within 30 minutes! This meal is bursting with flavor and is healthy! It’s paleo and whole30 friendly, but even if you aren’t following either of those, it’s a clean dish that it healthy and filling! Not only does this cook quickly, it isRead More
Buttery Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies!
Have you ever had a cookie that you just could not get enough of? For me, that is the cookie that everyone loves! The Soft Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie! When made properly, this cookie is irresistible! Especially when it is just a few minutes out of the oven! That’s when they are the best! Read More
Zuppa Toscana with Chorizo Sausage
This was one of the first Whole30 soups that I made years ago. I remember having this soup many years ago at a restaurant, so I figured it has to be good when I found the recipe. After making it the first time and seeing how others like it, I was able adjust this recipeRead More
My Top 5 Things That You Must Do in New York City During Christmas
A few years back a friend and I were talking about going to NYC during the Christmas season. I had never been. So we went and we had such a great time we decided to make it an annual trip! Well because life happens, we skipped the second year. But we made up for itRead More
How To Avoid Holiday Debt Next Year!
I know, don’t hate me! It’s the beginning of the year, you don’t want to even start to think about Christmas next year! How many of you are still paying for Christmas gifts from the Christmas that just passed? While it’s still fresh in your mind, let’s all make a few minor adjustments and takeRead More
8 Ways To Make Your Life Easier And More Organized this Year!
Every year most people like to look for ways to improve their life and set New Year’s Resolutions, that most likely are out the window be February or March. I read an article one time saying that 8% of people actually successfully reach their New Year’s Resolutions. While 80% of people fall off the wagonRead More
Easy, Healthy, Flavorful Chorizo Breakfast Hash
Everyone knows that I love an easy one pan or pot meal! Everyone also knows that I believe in meal prepping for success. Not only that, but if I didn’t meal prep, I’d probably live off of vending machine food. I love using my cast iron skillets for just about everything that I cook. Read More
Moab? Where’s that?
Anyone who knows me, knows that I have a wide variety of friends who always take me on adventures! And when you have friends who love adventure and they know that I’m always up for adventures, they also know that they will be able to convince me to do just about anything! A few yearsRead More
About Me
Welcome! My name is Laura. I’m new to this entire blogging thing, so bear with me while I figure this out! I am a proud Aunt to three handsome nephews and two beautiful nieces. I’m also a proud “auntie” to many other amazing humans! I love wine, beer, coffee, good healthy food, desserts, inspirational thoughtsRead More
Coming Soon!
Coming in 2020 the best recipes and suggestions for travel and just general lifestyle information!