Boston Cream Pie

When I was younger, every time I went to visit my Grandma Smith, we would make a Boston Cream Pie.  I can’t believe there isn’t a legit Boston Cream Pie on my blog already.  My niece and her fiancee came over last night for dinner so I made this beauty for dessert.  It was divine … Continue reading

Sugar Cookie Cup American Flag

In honor of Memorial Day yesterday, I made this American flag out of sugar cookie cups to take over to the neighbors for a barbecue.  It would also work for 4th of July.  Super easy to put together. 1 bag Betty Crocker Sugar Cookie Mix plus ingredients to make cookies (which is 1 egg and … Continue reading

Train Birthday Cake

Both my parents have birthdays in July but they live in Illinois so we don’t get to see them that often let alone celebrate birthdays with them.  They just came for a visit so I thought it would be fun to have a joint birthday party for them while they were here.  I made my … Continue reading

Chocolate Chip Waffle Cookies

Made these in honor of National Chocolate Chip Day which was yesterday, long live the chip! cookies 2 sticks butter, softened 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon brown sugar 3 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips glaze 1 1/2 cups … Continue reading

Chocolate Bubble Waffles

I’ve been having fun with my new bubble waffle pan.  Decided to try chocolate waffles and make them into ice cream cones, they were good but not chocolatey enough so next time more cocoa.  To make them into an ice cream cone, you just fold them into a cone shape right after removing from the … Continue reading

Easy Taco Melts

Here’s a quick and yummy spin on taco night for you. 1 pound ground beef 1 (1 oz) package taco seasoning 2/3 cup water 1/2 cup thick and chunky salsa 1 (8 count) refrigerated biscuits 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese toppings – sour cream, salsa, guacamole 1  Heat oven to 375.  … Continue reading

One Pot Lemon Basil Orzo and Vegetables

I didn’t even get any, there’s a tiny bit left over so maybe if I’m quick I could grab it for lunch, I guess it was good!! 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4″ slices 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped or pressed 8 oz (1 cup) uncooked orzo or rosamarina … Continue reading

Bubble Waffles

My new favorite waffles! Made it with my new Pampered Chef Waffle Puff Pan which you can find here.  It was my Mother’s Day gift from the fam. 3/4 cup flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup water 1 teaspoon vanilla … Continue reading

One Pot Lemon Pepper Chicken Pasta

The good – fast, easy, delicious, one pot. The bad – gone too fast. 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 – 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped or pressed garlic 1 (32 oz) carton chicken … Continue reading