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
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Spice-Roasted Carrots
SPICE-ROASTED CARROTS This is the very best carrot recipe I know. A side dish ideal for Thanksgiving (and always on my table for the feast!), this might become a staple for your holiday meals as well. And if you grew your own carrots? Even better. Enjoy! Prep time: 15 minutes Cook: 1 hour Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Directions
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Nutty (Yummy) Fall Acorns
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
Acorn Squash
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
Spiked (+ Spiced) Fall Apple Cider
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
Stay Classy: Classic Summer Coleslaw
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
Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze
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
Get Juiced! Strawberry-Pineapple Juice
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
Fresh Pico de Gallo
GRILLED PINEAPPLE PICO DE GALLO A little sweet. A little spice. And there’s nothing quite so amazing as GRILLED PINEAPPLE. Oh. Em. Gee. Enjoy this fresh pico recipe… plenty of healthy yumms, a little fun + colorful, too. What’s not to love? So, fire up the grill, split a pineapple, chop the ingredients, spoon together, and allow this to marinate … Read More
Best Balsamic Pork Sandwiches
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).
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Spinach-Tortellini Soup
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
Easy Baked Ham for the Holidays
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
Pumpkin Bread
Enjoy this moist, sweet + delicious Thanksgiving favorite!
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Tomato-Basil Pizza Bites
Easy, delicious + ideal for your summer gatherings! Try this tomato-basil pizza bite recipe!
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Lift Your Mood… with juice
Sometimes in life 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 that further compounds life’s yucks. So, if you have a juicer, USE YOURS TODAY. We bet you’ll feel better. When we juice + drink its fresh sweetness (that’s LOADED with vitamins!), we bet your … Read More
Easy Grilled Tilapia
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!
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recipe: banana bread
Sweet ‘n easy banana bread
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Taco Salad Casserole
The 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
Easy 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
Homemade Beef-Vegetable Soup
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
Apple Crisp
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
Pitcher Perfect: Basil Berry Lemonade
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
Hot, Buttered Rum
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
It Goes Together Like…
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
Mary Lou’s Meringue Shells
These 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.
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