This fun fall treat is an easy, festive must-make for your fam’ this season. Made at InSuesShoes kitchen, we think you’ll *fall* in love with its ease, simplicity, and good ole’ delicious yum. 😊 It’s easy enough for the kiddos to make + fast for a quick, fun treat. INGREDIENTS: DIRECTIONS: And… it’s as easy as that! Make a few, … Read More
It’s an iconic adult treat as tree leaves turn + apples are picked fresh from local orchards. Spiced with fall flavors like cloves and cinnamon, spiked with rum (or bourbon if you prefer)—and served in hollowed apples, it’s a festive beverage + conversation piece. Omit the rum (or bourbon) and it’s a fun option for the kiddos, too. Cheers! INGREDIENTS … Read More
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars Thank my lil’ pumpkin. (Okay, so she’s 24 years old.) Last weekend ensued ‘Family Fall Fun Day’ at my house. We celebrated in all-about-autumn style with flannel shirts, a hayride, great food, a not-so-spooky haunted house, apple cider, pumpkin carving, a blazing bonfire… and this uh-may-zing dessert made by my daughter, Courtney. Between this dessert and my … Read More
Grilling fish can be easy–AND delicious. This simply recipe uses ingredients you likely have in your cabinet… simply marinade, then grill 4 minutes per side. Dinner is served!
Read MoreDetox water. Easy to make, flushes impurities AND flattens the stomach. What’s not to love?
Read MoreSweet ‘n easy banana bread
Read MoreEasy Pizza Dough Sure, a soft, candlelit dinner to celebrate Valentine’s Day sounds romantic. But, this year? Why not stay home, bake a homemade pizza + cuddle with your honey by the fire?! This pizza dough recipe is easy, fun and oh, so delicious. We think you’ll fall in love. And it’s not just any pizza dough recipe, mind you. … Read More
Sometimes there’s so much blah it’s hard to blast through it, right? And… sometimes what we dump in our stomachs has a greater effect than we realize. 🙂 So, if you have a juicer, use yours today. I just did… and my body and MOOD are thanking me. Always overcome. Find a way. Even if it’s just through a juicer. 🙂 My juice … Read More
Easy Beef-Vegetable Soup What melts winter’s chill better than homemade soup? This easy beef-vegetable soup is hearty enough for a meal, and tasty enough to become one of your family faves. Give it a try. It’s a favorite in my household—and just yesterday I had a request for the recipe. So, here it is for everyone. Easy, tasty and a true … Read More
Sue’s Squash This acorn squash is oh, so tender ‘n sweet… Is it a side dish or dessert? You decide. So sweet. So tender. So festive. So November. This squash recipe is simply delicious, ridiculously moist and adds just a lil’ unique twist from Sue’s kitchen. Add this to your Thanksgiving spread and it might just become the eve’s dish … Read More
Pumpkin Bread Move over pumpkin spice coffee. Well, not too far–just far enough to also enjoy this favorite October pumpkin treat! Yes, few baked goods satisfy all the senses quite like baked pumpkin bread. Simple to make, it’s a fall favorite for the taste buds and sends the best, cozy scents wafting about your warm, happy home. It’s all part of celebrating … Read More
Fall’s Sweetest Apple Crisp There’s no scent to emit cozy feelings quite like warm, sweet apple crisp. Bake this favorite and the scents of nutmeg-and-fall will fill your home. It’s simple to make, seasonally nostalgic, and oh, so tasty. We think your fam’ will ‘fall’ in love with it. Enjoy using this season’s amazing apples, or substitute apples for peaches … Read More
Sweet ‘n Spicy Strawberry Salsa It’s beautiful, sweet, spicy—and perfectly chill. Yes, meet your new BFF. This salsa is simple to make… just chop and refrigerate to blend the flavors. Then enjoy the tastes of summer. (Serves 4-6) Ingredients: 2 pounds sliced strawberries 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced 1 yellow pepper, seeded and diced ½ red onion, diced 1 … Read More
Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze What salad better celebrates warm temps + a relaxed summer attitude than Caprese? Beautiful, delicious and fresh. Serve me up! Recipe 1 c. balsamic vinegar ¼ c. honey 3 large tomatoes Mozzarella slices (we purchase the pre-sliced, 16 oz. packages) ¼ t. salt ¼ t. pepper ½ c. fresh basil leaves ¼ c. olive oil … Read More
My pigtailed photo was posted at the strawberry patch. “Weigh squirt upon arrival and departure.” So, more berries landed in my belly than the basket. Or so I was told. So went the story Dad liked to tell, amazed that a pint-sized pipsqueak could pig-out so ravenously on nature’s candy. Yes, ruby red, fresh and sweet strawberries were irresistible. During … Read More
Oh, yes. What refreshes better than cold lemonade–and what looks extra dainty and festive for your Mother’s Day celebration? This recipe. 🙂 Give it a try, won’t you? Simple and made with delicious, fresh ingredients, this basil lemonade can be enjoyed as is–or transform it into a tasty adult beverage for the 21+ crowd by adding a splash of gin … Read More
Brussel Sprouts OK, I know what you’re probably thinking. I thought the same thing until recently: “Brussel sprouts? Yeah, I don’t think so.” But, don’t turn your head quite yet—until you know a little more about this delicious vegetable (yes, delicious!). I was like many. I wouldn’t even try a brussel sprout because of all the bad press it gets. … Read More
Thinking about Super Bowl foods? This recipe can be made ahead of time (so, no stress!)—and is way more delish than BBQ weenies in a crockpot (no offense to weenies).
Read MoreCupid’s arrows are soaring and hearts are a’swooning. So, why not make this pretty gem for the one who puts a sparkle in your eye?
Read MoreWe have all seen the Cuties® commercials with the kids not sharing this sweet treat with the parents, right? Don’t let this fool you; this fruit is nutritiously amazing for adults as well. And now is the perfect time of year to incorporate these into our diets, as in the winter many other fruits can be expensive and out of … Read More
Cozy. Warm. Easy. What more can we ask for in the chill of January? Give this comfort food recipe a try. We bet it’ll become one of your cold-weather faves to warm the spirit and the soul. Yields 6 servings. Unless you’re freezing in the Midwest. Then it serves one. Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive (or vegetable) oil 2 teaspoons minced … Read More
If low-cal is the goal, this isn’t the drink for you. However, if a warm-you-to-the-core and feel snuggle-rific beverage sounds toasty, then you’ve just met your next love. Melt away winter’s chill with this hot sipper. Consider it the drink dessert treat to warm a gal (or guy) from head to feet. Ingredients ¾ cup packed brown sugar ½ cup … Read More
Please note, this is not a smoothie… but if you have a juicing machine, this is for you! If not, consider getting a juicer… My daughter and I recently joined the ‘juice craze’ for the added nutrients, pick-me-up and feel-good effects. From my experience (and anyone I’ve questioned), this method of nutrient enrichment and supplement really, really works toward feeling … Read More
Oh, how I love BANANAS! Not only are they super tasty but they have so many health benefits. A medium banana is about 124 calories, 30g carbs, 1g protein, 0g fat, 3g fiber. It also contains 15 percent of your daily vitamin C + B6 and 450mg of potassium (12 percent of your daily value.)
Read MoreThe Super Bowl may have passed, but now it’s time for March Madness! What better time to serve up a great taco salad casserole to basketball fans parked in front of your television. Easy to make, it’s a fan favorite and crowd pleaser. Consider it a tasty slam-dunk! TACO SALAD CASSEROLE Total Time: Prep: 25 min. Bake: 15 min. Yield: 4 … Read More
You guessed it: Peaches and Cream So, it’s the bitter winter in the Midwest and on the East coast—and out in sunny Arizona, we are loving our temperatures. BUT, no matter where you may live—and no matter the temps outdoors—this recipe is a refreshing change from the ho-hum of normal kitchen routines. When you truly want a refreshing dessert that … Read More
Sometimes it’s best to get back to the basics. I’ve tried many new recipes over recent years for baking ham. Years ago (many years ago, that is) it seemed I simply tossed the ham in the oven—and voila! A perfect ham. Done. Easy. But recently, I wanted something even better. With a little age comes over-analysis of, well, most everything. … Read More
For summer, this is another delectable dish everyone (or most everyone!) will enjoy that is cool, can be prepared in advance of your smashing good time and isn’t difficult to prepare. This recipe is one of my favorites. It’s also courtesy of my 98-year-old friend who found it 50 years ago (on the label of a bottle of Mayonnaise(R)). Want … Read More
Vegetable of the Month: ZUCCHINI Looking to LOSE WEIGHT this summer? Try adding zucchini into your diet! Yes, that’s right, adding zucchini into your diet may help you lose weight. Zucchini is not only low in calories (21 calories per cup) but it also creates a sense of fullness. Besides being low in calories, this vegetable has a high water volume … Read More
Since schools are heading into summer break and the official kick-off of the summer season right around the corner, I am sharing this fun-and-fruity shot that will leave anyone who tries it thinking of sun, surf and sand!
Read MoreThese meringue shells are wonderful to serve with fresh fruit, fruit salad, pudding or your other specialty desserts. Sweet, light and delicious, you can make the cups as small or large as you like.
Read MoreVegetable of the Month: Kale
Fruit of the Month: Cranberries
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