This dish is for my friends who want to celebrate the 4th of July without sabotaging their summer bod! Here’s what you’ll need to make this patriotic fruit salad! 16 oz of Strawberries, washed and cut in half 1 pint of blueberries, rinsed 3 bananas sliced in thick chunks 1/8 cup of honey 1 fresh … Continue reading Red, White and Berries Salad
So, you've found this great recipe on Pinterest. It seems super easy and you have all the ingredients. Except one, of course! What do you do? You improvise, that's what! This situation happened to me not too long ago. I picked up a spaghetti squash from the supermarket and I was all set to make … Continue reading Improvising on ingredients: Spaghetti Squash recipe
Here's another great recipe I got from my Mama. It's similar to tartar sauce but much much better in my opinion. In fact every time I order tartar in a restaurant I wish I had my mama's. Here's what you'll need to make this delicious sauce! 1 heaping tablespoon of mayo 2 tablespoons of sour … Continue reading Secret Seafood Sauce
I have always loved to read. Getting caught up in an amazing story is a great escape. After working, going to the gym, texting friends and all of the other life to-dos I wasn't finding much time to read. That's why this year one of my resolutions was to read one book a month. This … Continue reading Reading my way through 2017
Honestly, Real Technique Brushes are the bomb. So it was painful for me to narrow this list down. But I tried my best. I use the following brushes almost every day: Real techniques Powder Brush 10.00 This brush is a life saver in the mornings. It’s a larger powder brush that allows me to quickly … Continue reading My favorite affordable brush brand
As you already know I love using zucchini when I’m trying to cut carbs. These little guys taste a lot like potato pancakes without as much guilt. Of course, I dip/dunk them in sour cream so I end up being a little guilty but hey, my intentions started off good at least. I think these … Continue reading Tasty Zucchini Tots
I'm back with another great salad for spring/summer barbecues and get-togethers. Some pasta salads are so heavy, so one thing I like about this creamy pasta salad is that it's actually really light because it uses a Greek yogurt-based dressing as opposed to mayo. You'll be able to make your rounds at your next party … Continue reading A lightened up pasta salad
This chicken salad is perfect for spring and summer. It’s so light and fresh. The simple ingredients and easy recipe make it a great staple for barbecues and other outdoor get-togethers. Here’s what you’ll need: 2-3 Chicken breast 1/4th cup of crumbled walnut 1/4th cup Craisins Small purple onion Celery Stalks Mayo Place chicken breast … Continue reading Mom’s Chicken Salad
As I mentioned in my last blog, dying Easter eggs is one my favorite pastimes. Recently, I started bringing this tradition back with my friends and family. If you’re dying eggs this year and are looking for something different from the typical dye kit, give these two fun Easter egg DIYS a try. What’s great … Continue reading Fun Easter Egg Designs
I discovered this next recipe while waiting in the supermarket checkout line. I was skimming through a Cooking Light magazine and read olives, hummus, and goat cheese and I knew this recipe was for me. I've made this sandwich for lunch and for dinner with a glass of white wine. It's delicious no matter what … Continue reading Open-faced hummus sandwiches
