December 23, 2019

Chewy chocolate mint chip cookies

Serving platter with chewy chocolate mint chip cookies.

Soft and chewy chocolate cookies filled with mint chips are a delicious and festive cookie to add to your holiday cookie tray.

December 19, 2019

Winter Solstice sun bread

A finished loaf of sun bread on a platter.

Sun bread is a yummy and cheery way to bring sunshine into your home during the winter. It's also a fun way to celebrate the winter solstice and the return of light.

December 12, 2019

Whole wheat cranberry pancakes

Plate of whole wheat cranberry pancakes.

Fluffy and hearty whole wheat pancakes are studded with tart fresh cranberries for a delicious fall or winter breakfast!

November 13, 2019

Sourdough banana bread

Loaf of sourdough banana bread.

A lightly spiced banana bread with a bit of tangy flavor from sourdough starter is a delicious twist on the classic treat! This recipe is a terrific way to use up your sourdough starter discard.

November 8, 2019

Cranberry cornmeal cookies

Platter of baked cranberry cornmeal cookies.

Cornmeal cookies filled with sweet and tart dried cranberries and rolled in sugar are a childhood holiday favorite. These cookies are simple, rustic, unique, and yummy!

November 6, 2019

Cranberry curd tart

Cranberry curd tart with a slice on a plate topped with whipped cream.

Sweet and tangy cranberry curd fills a shortbread crust flecked with orange zest for a delightful and colorful autumn or holiday dessert!

October 28, 2019

Pawpaw pudding

Finished pawpaw pudding with some on a serving plate.

Sweet, creamy, custardy, and delicious - pawpaw pudding is a wonderful old-fashioned autumn treat! Plus it's simple and quick to throw together (once you have the pawpaw pulp, that is.)

October 18, 2019

Passion fruit & blood orange curd tart

This post is sponsored by #FreakyFruitsFriday. I received fruit from our generous sponsor, Melissa's Produce, to assist in recipe creation. As always, all opinions are my own.

Finished passion fruit and blood orange tart with a slice on a serving plate.

This sweet and tangy tart is similar to a lemon tart, but better and more complex! It's delicious, creamy, and full of a tropical feel for a delicious and refreshing dessert.

October 11, 2019

Individual Jack Skellington cheesecakes #HalloweenTreatsWeek

This post and recipe were created for #HalloweenTreatsWeek! I was sent samples by some of the sponsor companies to help in recipe development, but as always all opinions are 100% my own.

Finished mini Jack Skellington face cheesecakes.

Individual Jack Skellington cheesecakes are not only delicious, but they are also a super fun Halloween dessert or party treat! These creamy little cheesecakes with a chocolate graham cracker crust are sure to please.

October 9, 2019

Cinnamon & sugar soft pretzel bones #HalloweenTreatsWeek

Bowl of cinnamon and sugar soft pretzle bones.

Soft pretzels shaped into little bones and dipped into a cinnamon and sugar mix make a delicious and fun Halloween treat!

October 7, 2019

Halloween hidden bat loaf cake

Vanilla loaf cake topped with frosting and bat sprinkles.

A vanilla loaf cake topped with homemade vanilla frosting and fun sprinkles is filled with a hidden surprise -- chocolate cake bats! A super fun treat for Halloween!

October 4, 2019

Thai red curry dragon fruit chicken salad

This post is sponsored by #FreakyFruitsFriday. I received fruit from our generous sponsor, Melissa's Produce, to assist in recipe creation. As always, all opinions are my own.

A twist on chicken salad using Thai red curry paste, coconut cream, fresh dragon fruit, and Thai basil for a delicious and fun light dinner or lunch.

A twist on chicken salad using Thai red curry paste, coconut cream, fresh dragon fruit, and Thai basil for a delicious and fun light dinner or lunch.

September 20, 2019

Caramel apple cider slushies #AppleWeek

This post is sponsored on behalf of #appleweek. Our generous sponsors, Envy Apples, Torani, Chocoley, Bob's Red Mill, The Republic of Tea, Taylor & Colledge, Flahavan's Irish Oatmeal, Nairn's, and Zyliss have provided us with products for recipe creation and a giveaway for our readers. As always, all opinions are my own.

Glasses of caramel apple cider slushies.

Two ingredients are all it takes to make delicious and refreshing autumn caramel apple cider slushies! These drinks are perfect for when you have a warm fall day and a super yummy way to enjoy apple cider.

September 18, 2019

Moroccan apple and sweet potato beef stew #AppleWeek

This post is sponsored on behalf of #appleweek. Our generous sponsors, Envy Apples, Torani, Chocoley, Bob's Red Mill, The Republic of Tea, Taylor & Colledge, Flahavan's Irish Oatmeal, Nairn's, and Zyliss have provided us with products for recipe creation and a giveaway for our readers. As always, all opinions are my own.

Bowl of Moroccan apple and sweet potato beef stew with couscous.

Moroccan spices combine in this unique beef stew full of sweet potatoes, apples, and raisins for a warming, hearty, and delicious autumn meal. This is a delicious dish for a cool or rainy fall day to warm you right up.

September 17, 2019

Apple vanilla oatmeal cookies #AppleWeek

This post is sponsored on behalf of #appleweek. Our generous sponsors, Envy Apples, Torani, Chocoley, Bob's Red Mill, The Republic of Tea, Taylor & Colledge, Flahavan's Irish Oatmeal, Nairn's, and Zyliss have provided us with products for recipe creation and a giveaway for our readers. As always, all opinions are my own.

Platter of apple vanilla oatmeal cookies.

Soft and chewy oatmeal cookies filled with vanilla bean paste and apples make a perfect fall treat.

September 16, 2019

Apple crumb pie #AppleWeek

Slice of apple crumb pie on a serving plate.

Classic apple crumb pie is a fall favorite filled with apple, warm autumn spices, sugar, and topped with a crunchy, buttery crumble.

September 4, 2019

Creamy spinach and black bean flautas

Flour tortillas filled with cream cheese, black beans, and spinach.

Flour tortillas filled with cream cheese, black beans, and spinach are rolled and baked until golden and crispy for a delicious family meal.

August 22, 2019

18 Vegetable and Fruit Quick Pickles

Collage of different jars of quick pickles.
Photos courtesy of Culinary Adventures with Camilla, A Day in the Life on the Farm, Books n' Cooks, and Yum Goggle.

Quick pickles, or refrigerator pickles, are a simple way to make homemade pickles in a small batch and to extend the life of some of your summer and fall produce.

August 19, 2019

Potato and spinach curry

Serving potato and spinach curry.

A flavorful vegetarian curry dish made with Indian spices, yellow potatoes, and fresh spinach. This curry is a delicious way to enjoy potatoes and a meatless meal.

August 14, 2019

Double chocolate blueberry muffins

Double chocolate blueberry mufins on a cutting board.

Big chocolate muffins loaded with juicy fresh blueberries and melted chunks of semi-sweet chocolate make a lightly sweetened snack, breakfast, or lunchbox treat!

August 9, 2019

Sweet corn ice cream

Bowl of finished sweet corn ice cream.

Homemade custard ice cream is infused the all the fresh summer flavor of sweet corn in this delightful frozen treat. This is a dessert that is perfect for a hot summer day.

August 7, 2019

Cheddar and thyme yellow squash biscuits

A plate of finished biscuits.

Fluffy homemade biscuits filled with flecks of yellow squash, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh thyme! These biscuits make a delicious side dish to soups, chilis, salads, and more and are also delicious for egg and ham breakfast sandwiches.

August 5, 2019

Lemon garlic scape white bean dip

A platter filled with celery, cucumber, and baby carrots along with pita crackers with a bowl of lemon garlic scape white bean dip in the middle.

A creamy and bold dip full of lemon, garlic scapes, fresh parsley, and white beans for a creamy base. It's perfect for all your fresh summer vegetable dipping!

July 24, 2019

Dill pickle quick bread

Loaf of baked dill pickle quick bread on a cutting board.

An easy and tasty quick bread studded with chopped dill pickles and fresh dill is perfect for the pickle lovers in your life. Grab a jar of pickles and get baking!

July 19, 2019

Blueberry buckle

Finished blueberry buckle on a large plate.

Blueberry buckle is a rich cake studded with blueberries and topped with a streusel and it very similar to a coffee cake.

July 18, 2019

Blueberry ketchup

A finished jar of blueberry ketchup.

Jazz up your burgers, steaks, fries, and more with this homemade sweet and tangy blueberry ketchup!

July 16, 2019

Sour cream blueberry pie


This sour cream blueberry pie is slightly tart, creamy, and lightly sweetened with a bit of crunch on top! It's bursting with fresh summer blueberries and is a fun twist on blueberry pie.

July 8, 2019

45+ Recipes for Zucchini Season

Collage of zucchini recipes including pie, bread, and side dishes.
Images courtesy of Cooking with Carlee, Juggling Act Mama, Savory Moments, Karen's Kitchen Stories, & The Gingered Whisk.

It's the time of year when zucchinis are everywhere! Whether you grow them in your garden, receive them in your CSA each week, or are gifted them from your friends, relatives, and neighbors, it seems people are always looking for new ways to use up their summer zucchini bounty.

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I've rounded up more than 45 delicious zucchini recipes from my blog and many of my blogger friends for you to try out - everything from breakfasts, snacks, main dishes, sides, pickles, desserts, and more! 
 
There are sure to be at least a few new zucchini recipe ideas for you in this post.

July 1, 2019

Quick pickled radishes

Jar filled with quick pickled red radishes with a five radish slices on a plate.

Bright, colorful, and crisp, these quick pickled radishes are an easy way to liven up any salad or sandwich. And, aside from adding lovely color to a relish tray, they would even be terrific in a burrito or a taco.

June 19, 2019

Sharp cheddar & chive quick bread

Finished loaf of bread with slices on a cutting board.

A cheesy quick bread full of fresh chives and a bit of garlic powder makes for a delicious and easy side dish. It's a yummy way to enjoy some of your fresh herb garden chives.

June 10, 2019

Easy roasted edamame (mukimame)

Finished bowl of roasted shelled edamame with sea salt.

Make an easy side dish, appetizer, or snack using frozen shelled soy beans right from the freezer. You don't even need to thaw them first - just take them from the freezer right to the oven!

May 29, 2019

Chocolate chip rhubarb brownies

A slice of rhubarb brownie dusted with powdered sugar on a small plate.

Chewy, moist, and fudgy brownies with a surprise burst of tart rhubarb in each bite! These are a unique brownie for the rhubarb fans.

May 23, 2019

Creamy spring asparagus soup

A large pot of creamy asparagus soup along with a bowl filled with soup.

A lighter and brighter creamy asparagus soup full of fresh spring flavors. This soup uses fresh asparagus, garlic, green onions, lemon, and just a small touch of cream.

May 17, 2019

Rhubarb oatmeal bars

Finished plate of cut squares of rhubarb oatmeal bars.

Sweet, tangy, and slightly spiced rhubarb filling is sandwiched between two layers of a buttery oat crumb mixture for a delicious and seasonal treat!

May 8, 2019

Honey dandelion shortbread cookies

Finished cookies on a plate with dandelion flower heads.

Shortbread cookies for a spring or summer day! Dandelions are a fun and unique addition to cookies and are a perfect introduction for foraging. 

May 2, 2019

Whole wheat carrot applesauce mini muffins

Finished tray and basket of whole wheat carrot applesauce mini muffins.

These mini muffins are made with whole wheat flour, applesauce, maple syrup, and grated carrots and are a fun size for the little ones in your life.

April 25, 2019

Pork egg roll bowls

A finished bowl of Pork Egg Roll Bowls.

The flavors of a pork egg roll come together in a delicious stir fry perfect for topping a steaming bowl of rice.

April 18, 2019

Whole wheat cardamom rhubarb scones

Whole wheat cardamom rhubarb scones surrounded by coffee packets.

Nutty whole wheat, tangy rhubarb, and a hing of cardamom all come together in these delicious scones. Scones and coffee are a perfect match and these whole wheat cardamom rhubarb scones are a lovely treat for spring.

April 15, 2019

Slow cooker Buffalo chicken wraps

Slow cooker Buffalo chicken wrap on a plate with celery and chips.

Chicken breasts with cream cheese, hot sauce, and celery are cooked until tender in the slow cooker and then topped with blue cheese for these slow cooker Buffalo chicken wraps. 

April 10, 2019

Slow cooker honey sesame ginger chicken

Platter of finished slow cooker honey sesame ginger chicken.

This tender chicken is sweet, savory, and has a touch of warmth from ginger and the best part is it cooks up easily in the slow cooker until it is falling apart. This is a family friendly dish that is both tasty to eat and easy to make.

April 2, 2019

Peanut butter & jelly hand pies

Finished peanut butter and jelly hand pies.

These flaky hand pies are stuffed with your childhood favorite - peanut butter and jelly - for National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day! 

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Today I'm celebrating this classic food combination with some of my blogging friends (check out all the recipes at the bottom of this post). 

My readers know I love making pies, and I've been meaning to add hand pie recipes to my blog for some time, now. This was the perfect way to do so! 

These hand pies are so fun - they are a great snack or dessert (and I'll fully admit that I've eaten one for a quick breakfast on the go as well). You can use any jelly or jam flavor(s) you want and you can use creamy or chunky peanut butter. 

The peanut butter in these is a thicker texture from the cream cheese - sort of like the filling of a peanut butter cup. I did not add any sugar to my pie crust or to my peanut butter, but if you want a slightly sweeter pie, you may add some or even a sprinkle of coarse sugar on top. 

This recipe will make approximately 10 hand pies.

Inside of a peanut butter and jelly hand pie.

March 22, 2019

40+ Maple Recipes for Maple Season

Collage of recipes featuring maple syrup or maple sugar.

Maple syrup and maple sugar are delicious ways to add sweetness to so many dishes. Both sweet and savory dishes can be made using the sweetness of maple.

March 19, 2019

Glazed cinnamon maple syrup bread

Sliced loaf of cinnamon maple syrup bread.

Pure maple syrup and cinnamon are combined in this loaf of quick bread for a terrific maple season snack! Then it's topped with a maple syrup and cinnamon glaze for an extra special treat.

March 15, 2019

25 Pancake Recipes to Celebrate Maple Season

Collage of pancake photos.
Photos from Savory Moments, That Recipe, and The Spiffy Cookie.

Maple season is here in the western New York region! What's better with real maple syrup than a stack of delicious pancakes?

March 14, 2019

Carrot pie

Carrot pie with a slice on a small plate.

Sweet and delicious carrot pie is a delicious dessert for both spring and fall, or anytime you want a unique pie for your family.

March 5, 2019

Cheese Doodle chicken tenders

Platter of cheese doodle chicken tenders.

Chicken tenders coated with crushed up cheese doodles are baked until golden and yummy! These make a fun and delicious dish for kids and adults of all ages.

February 4, 2019

Roasted Buffalo cauliflower with blue cheese dressing

Finished platter of roasted Buffalo cauliflower with a bowl of blue cheese dressing.

Roasted cauliflower is tossed in hot sauce and butter and dipped into a cool and creamy homemade blue cheese dressing. 

January 28, 2019

Slow cooker apricot chicken

Slow cooker apricot chicken on a serving plate with a fork.

Chicken thighs are cooked until tender in the slow cooker with a sticky sauce of apricots, soy, and mustard, and then topped with sliced almonds for a bit of crunch. 

January 24, 2019

Peanut butter hummus

Bowl of peanut butter hummus with a celery stalk being dipped in.

Peanut butter is used in this hummus in place of tahini for a budget-friendly alternative that is still delicious and makes a great dip for kids. 

January 10, 2019

Grapefruit poppy seed muffins

Platter showing the tops of grapefruit poppy seed muffins.

Grapefruit poppy seed muffins are a twist on the classic lemon poppy seed muffin. Topped with a grapefruit juice glaze, they are a lovely winter time breakfast or snack.