Has anyone ever seen the movie Zombieland? In it, Woody Harrelson is a zombie-killing hero with one goal in life: find the last surviving box of Twinkies in the zombie apocalypse! I’ve got to say, sometimes that’s how I feel about my favorite Ho Hos Hostess snacks. Everyone with a soft spot for Hostess—maker of the […]
Some of my favorite summer memories of all time come from Fourth of July and Memorial Day parties at Lakes Park, a gorgeous little patch of water and Spanish moss and bridges in Ft. Myers, Florida. (Some of my favorite summer BBQ recipes come from those parties as well!) It was HOT! But thanks to […]
For many families, getting a home-cooked meal on the table after a day of work, school, and social commitments is no easy task. After all, wouldn’t ordering delivery from your favorite restaurant be easier — and faster? With this selection of quick casserole recipes, you’ll definitely think otherwise! Hearty and full of flavor, quick casserole […]
Now that June has begun, the start of summer has arrived! I don’t know about you, but I’ll be welcoming the warm weather and longer days by lounging about on the patio, soaking up the sunshine. This is the time of year when I start taking my meals outside. Backyard BBQs, picnics in the park, […]
What are your strategies for beating the heat? I’m a fan of creamy ice cream or a good cookout. This time last year, I kicked off the summer by walking around Chicago. It was about 86 degrees, and there were many signs about the Emergency Heat Warning that was in place. My Floridian self just […]
Summer is just making its grand entrance, and there’s nothing better than absolutely delicious summer treats. No-bake desserts are a home run when it comes to summer days and nights. Anything that doesn’t require you to preheat that oven receives a gold star in my book. Heat be gone! Before we get started, I don’t […]
Sure, we all love to drink Dr. Pepper, Coca-Cola and other soft drinks, but have you ever cooked or baked with them? Who knows who first decided to pour some 7-Up into their biscuits – perhaps it was a happy accident, or maybe someone was playing a prank. Whatever it was, boy am I happy […]
If an old-fashioned recipe has been around this long, there’s probably a good reason for it! Some vintage recipes are worth holding on to, even if they’re scribbled on old, stained recipe cards stacked in a cabinet. Every time you make a vintage recipe, it’s like you’re time traveling to your childhood. Grandma’s and mom’s recipes are […]
Memorial Day weekend might be synonymous with grilling hot dogs and hamburgers while eating copious amounts of chips and dip. But what about dessert? While grilled meats and vegetables might get all the press over Memorial Day weekend, it’s about time to shine the spotlight on easy and quick desserts that everyone will love. From […]
Spring is in the air and I’m loving anything with a touch of citrus. Cookies, dessert bars, easy cake recipes… If they’re lemon dessert recipes or just plain fruity, I’m all in. That’s why I’m a giant fan of the bundt cake recipe below. Super Simple Lemon Bundt Cake is a refreshing take on a […]
