Easy Candied Walnuts By Maria Lichty Updated September 24, 2020 Candied Walnuts are great for salads, baking, snacking, gifting, and more! You only need 10 minutes to make this Easy Candied Walnuts recipe! You will love the crunchy, sweet, and oh so addicting candied nuts! Pin this now to find it later Easy Candied Walnuts My dad loves walnuts and always kept a jar of walnuts in our pantry. I was never a huge walnut fan until he introduced me to candied walnuts ....

Easy Pasta Salad By Maria Lichty Published on June 09, 2023 Quick Summary This Easy Pasta Salad is one of our favorite summer recipes. Serve at BBQ’s, picnics, and pool parties. It is also great to have in the fridge for easy summer lunches and dinners. You can’t go wrong with this pasta salad recipe! During the hot summer months, we like to eat salads for lunch and dinner. Sometimes Josh gets tired of green salads , so I mix things up with pasta salads ....

First Trimester Facts By Maria Lichty Updated February 13, 2014 I survived the first trimester of my pregnancy! Here is a little update! First of all, let’s talk about my floral leggings . I think pregnancy has made me crazy. I would normally never wear anything this bold, but they are SO comfortable I can’t take them off. Do you see my little baby bump? It’s there! Cravings: bagels, grapefruit, gnocchi, PB&J, sweet potatoes, pancakes, grilled cheese, Trader Joe’s Raisin Bran, sparkling water, berries, and Mexican food....

Graham Cracker Cookies By Maria Lichty Published on November 30, 2022 Quick Summary Graham Cracker Cookies – soft and chewy graham cracker cookies topped with sweet vanilla buttercream frosting! If you like graham crackers and frosting together, the nostalgic treat, you will LOVE these cookies. They are AMAZING! Did you eat graham crackers with frosting when you were a kid? It’s seriously the best treat. And let’s be honest, I still love graham crackers and frosting, it’s such a nostalgic combo....

Green Chile Cheddar Cheese Cornbread By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Green Chile Cheddar Cheese Cornbread-moist cornbread with green chiles and cheddar cheese. This easy homemade cornbread goes great with a bowl of chili or soup. This has been the shortest week and the longest week ever. The week flew by because I was so busy, but at the same time it felt like it was dragging and never going to end because I was so busy....

Grilled Corn & Zucchini Salad By Maria Lichty Published on July 10, 2023 Quick Summary Grilled Corn & Zucchini Salad- grilled zucchini and corn with arugula, avocado, green onion, queso fresco and tossed in a simple cilantro lime vinaigrette . This is the perfect summer salad and goes great with any meal! Pin this now to find it later During the hot summer months I make A LOT of salads ....

Hazelnut Granola with Dried Cherries and Dark Chocolate By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Hazelnut Granola with Dried Cherries and Dark Chocolate Chunks-this granola is an extra special treat! Happy Valentine’s Day! We hope your day is filled with love and lots of sweets! Because it is the day of love, I am making my Hazelnut Granola with Dried Cherries and Dark Chocolate. It is the perfect granola for Valentine’s Day because there is chocolate involved and chocolate is a MUST today....

Heart Shaped Blondies By Maria Lichty Updated April 28, 2011 HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!! I hope everyone’s day is filled with love and lots of sweet treats:) I kidnapped Joshua yesterday!! He had no idea I have been planning a surprise! It was so fun being sneaky!! When he got home from work yesterday I had his favorite cookies and a card sitting on the table. In the card, I asked him if he was ready for a weekend adventure, luckily he said yes!...

Honey Mustard Sauce By Maria Lichty Published on September 21, 2021 Quick Summary Honey Mustard Sauce- you only need 5 ingredients to make this sweet, tangy, and creamy dipping sauce. It only takes a few minutes to make and is great with chicken , vegetables , fries , salads, and more! Pin this now to find it later Did you know you can make Honey Mustard Sauce at home? Yep! You only need 5 ingredients and 5 minutes....

Hummus By Maria Lichty Published on October 18, 2023 Quick Summary Hummus- this creamy, silky, and smooth hummus is easy to make at home and tastes so much better than store-bought hummus. Serve with pita bread, pita chips , or vegetables for a simple appetizer or snack! Pin this now to find it later Hummus is one of my all-time favorite appetizers and snacks. I could eat it every single day....

Orange Ricotta Chocolate Chip Muffins By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Knock, knock? Who’s there. Orange. Orange who? Orange you glad I made you Orange Ricotta Chocolate Chip Muffins? Sorry for the corny joke. I hope you will forgive me after you taste one of these delightful Orange Ricotta Chocolate Chip Muffins. We had a big tub of ricotta cheese in our fridge that needed to be used up before our vacation....

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Blondies By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 When I hear peanut butter and chocolate in the same sentence or recipe, I always pay attention. I’ve done my fair share of baking with both ingredients, but when they come together the results are divine. My new favorite peanut butter chocolate treat are these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Blondies. I am a huge blondie fan and these do not disappoint....

Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Bark By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Bark-you only need three ingredients to make this heavenly bark! It makes a great holiday gift! Are you looking for a super simple treat to share with friends and family this holiday season? I have the perfect recipe for you! This Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Bark is SO easy to make and you can’t go wrong with the chocolate and peanut butter combo, it is a match made in heaven!...

Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal By Maria Lichty Published on October 06, 2023 Quick Summary Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal-this easy baked oatmeal is a breakfast favorite during the chilly fall months. Make a pan and reheat all week for an easy and healthy breakfast! Pin this now to find it later Oatmeal is one of my favorite breakfasts, it is my go to. I eat it year around, but especially during the chilly fall and winter months....

Raspberry Hugs Chocolate Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 I’ve always enjoyed Valentine’s Day. Not because I had a boyfriend or secret admirer to shower me with flowers, chocolate, and a candle light dinner, but I just think it is a fun holiday. In grade school, I always looked forward to making Valentine’s cards for all of my classmates at school. Valentine’s Day parties were the best! My dad always made Valentine’s Day special by spoiling me and my sister with flowers and candy-dads are always the best Valentine:) I also love all of the pink and red decorations and candy that fill the stores this time of year....

Recipe for Andes Mint Brownies By Maria Lichty Updated November 13, 2011 During the holidays I bought a bag of Andes Mint Chips, but never got around to using them. I had too many other things to bake! I found them in my stash the other day and decided to whip up a quick treat for my niece and nephew. I made a classic brownie recipe and added some mint chips to the batter....

Recipe for Lemon Angel Food Cupcakes By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 The weather has been so nice this weekend. It is finally starting to feel like Spring. Yesterday I went for a nice run outside and Josh worked on our yard the entire day. He is prepping our backyard for a big garden. I can’t wait to grow our own vegetables and herbs. This is our first Spring as home owners....

Red, White, & Blue Scones By Maria Lichty Updated July 03, 2019 We are currently in Illinois visiting my family for the 4th of July weekend. It is so good to be home. We are going to swim, play tennis, cook, bake, eat, and relax all weekend. I am overdue for some rest and relaxation and there is no place like home for a nice relaxing vacation. If you are looking for a festive 4th of July breakfast treat, try these Red, White, and Blue Scones....

Salted Caramel Pretzel Fudge By Maria Lichty Updated April 10, 2020 Salted Caramel Pretzel Fudge-this decadent fudge is made in the microwave and only takes a few minutes to make, but no one will ever know because it is so amazing! Every holiday season I go cookie crazy so I don’t usually have time for other treats. Well, this year I decided I was going to make fudge and I am SO glad I did because this Salted Caramel Pretzel Fudge is life changing....

By Maria Lichty Published on July 11, 2023 Credit: Williams-Sonoma Pin this now to find it later If you’re looking for new cookware or kitchen appliances, there are some great Prime Day kitchen deals from top brands like Kitchenaid , Breville , and Cuisinart. There’s an overwhelming number of offers to consider, but I sorted through some of the best deals on some of my favorite kitchen products that I LOVE....