Homemade Oreo Cookies
We had a big BBQ with our new neighbors this past weekend and I was in charge of dessert. It was like they already knew…
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Grandma’s Meatballs
Growing up Italian, it’s a rite of passage when you learn your grandmothers meatball recipe. It’s something that is passed down from generation to generation….
Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
I’m just going to put it out there. I’m a great baker. Okay, a fantastic baker. Yep, I said it. But when it comes to…
Peanut Butter Granola Roll-Ups Recipe
This is a great kid-friendly snack that is so easy to make that you can let the kids help. Since there is not cutting, blending,…
Summer Entertaining: Mojito Mocktails!
I love Summer entertaining, mostly because it’s usually super casual and laid back. In fact, I probably entertain more in the summer than I do…
Peanut Butter Banana Bites
It continues to be hot as Hades in Chicago! Like too-hot-to-go-outside-hot! After posting about all the great no-bake desserts that are out there to make…
Afternoon Pick Me Up: Espresso Granita Con Panna
I’m not a huge coffee drinker but every now and again I need a little caffeine jolt. I think every parent can relate to needing…
Kitchen Mishaps, Father’s Day and Lemon Meringue Pie
I don’t like to bake. You already know that about me. I’m not good at following directions so baking and I don’t really get along. …
Chocolate White Chip Oreo Brownie Bars
I was going to save this recipe until next week so it was a little closer to 4th of July but I just couldn’t. I…
A Girl and Her Grill: Grilled Eggplant Parmesan
I’m a girl who loves to grill. For some reason in the world of home cooking, those are things that seldom go together but I…