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Christmas Layered Pesto Cheese Spread

Christmas Layered Pesto Cheese Spread

One look at this layered dip/spread, and you know it is screaming HOLIDAYS at you. Then one taste of this layered dip/spread and its each man for himself. Everything about this is 100% delicious and it might end up causing this year’s family fight as 

Jalapeno Ranch

Jalapeno Ranch

I am not quite sure how I have waited this long to post this AMAZING Dip (or how I have not managed to take a better photo any of the times I have made this, sorry)!! Do you like Ranch? Do you like foods with 

Grilled Peaches with Ricotta

Grilled Peaches with Ricotta

There is something about a perfectly fresh peach that just brings a smile to my face: the bright happy color, the exploding juices, the balanced level of sweetness – summer sweetness.

A few months ago we bought some Olive Oils & Balsamic Vinegars from a local specialty store. Continue reading Grilled Peaches with Ricotta

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

This time of year many people are drowning in zucchini. Never fear…- my Zucchini Boats and I are here to save you!

Mexican Orzo Salad

Mexican Orzo Salad

Pasta Salad: good on the side or perfect for a light meal. There are so many different types of pasta salad, how do you choose just one!? This Mexican Pasta Salad is delicious enough to count as a light summertime meal while still being healthy 

[Crock Pot] Mexican Stuffed Peppers

[Crock Pot] Mexican Stuffed Peppers

The Summer Heat drives many of us out of the kitchen and onto the deck to grill.

Although I love grilled food (especially because that means Mr. Chef is doing a lot of the work), sometimes I just don’t want to eat Grilled Goodies everyday! So, this summer, when Mother Natures turns on the heat & you don’t want to turn your oven-heat on… turn instead to your Crock Pot!


Now, we often think of the Crock Pot for making thick and hearty Winter Dishes – but it can easily adapt to make delicious fresh flavored lighter summer dishes! The gorgeous Peppers that will soon be overflowing from your bountiful Summer Garden can easily be cooked up for your next great dinner in your Crock Pot.

Take your classic Stuffed Peppers and switch it up with the Mexican Flavors. Continue reading [Crock Pot] Mexican Stuffed Peppers