Recipes

I love using Agave Nectar on fruit. It is similar to honey, yet is mostly flavorless. It is a natural sweetener that enhances the flavor of the fruit.  Here is a fantastic recipe for fruit salad using agave nectar. You can substitute for any kind of fruit you prefer. I love adding kiwi and blueberries …

I am all about crockpot recipes. I love that I can throw ingredients in a pot and let it cook for hours while I clean and run errands. Here is a delicious recipe for Crockpot White Wine & Mustard Steak. Ingredients: Steak (I used 2 New York Strips) 2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard 2 Tablespoons Steak …

Thank you to Daisy Brand for Sponsoring today’s post and inspiring me to try Daisy Cottage Cheese. All opinions expressed herein are my own. I am lucky to live in a state that is very health conscious. Colorado is full of farmer’s markets, outdoor yoga classes, and cross-fit gyms. The perfect way to ruin a …

My roommate and I decided to host a Mad Men Party and she made this delicious Pineapple Upside Down Cake. It is very easy and was a real hit at the party. Ingredients: For the topping 5 tablespoons butter 3/4 cup brown sugar 8 slices canned pineapple slices pecan halves, for decorating maraschino cherries, for …

Promising studies recommend that mental exercises, like playing video games, coupled with a balanced diet can protect the brain and prevent mental disorders. Despite the bad reputation of some video games, a new article published in the American Psychologist suggests that aside from focusing on the negative effects, people also need to consider the positive …

  Lemonade is a summer staple in my home. Some of my fondest childhood summer memories involve lemonade, from just escaping the heat with a cold glass of lemonade to having lemonade stands in front of our house.  It’s the perfect summer beverage. But everything tastes better homemade, so here is a recipe you will …

  I’m addicted to pasta. I could probably eat it every day. This pasta dish is so colorful and tasty! Make sure you measure out all the ingredients before you get started, as it’s a pretty quick process and there are a lot of ingredients. Stir-Fried Pasta Primavera Ingredients 3 cups broccoli florets 12 ounces …

For this recipe, you will need a cast iron skillet. For extra fun, you can use individual skillets for serving. I first had a dish like this in Nashville and I fell in love with getting creative with Mac & Cheese. This is sure to be a hit! Did you know you can do your …

Fruit is one of my favorite things to eat in the summer. My mom taught me how to make these super cute watermelon bowls for a fruit basket. You can do all kinds of designs, but I did stars for the 4th of July. You can use any fruit you like, but my favorites are: …

This recipe literally takes only 5 minutes of your time. Let the crockpot do the rest!! For this easy yet delicious recipe, all you need is two things: chicken and salsa. I used one package of chicken breasts and mango peach salsa. You can use any salsa of your choice. Put the chicken in the …