Maple Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies By Maria Lichty Published on December 08, 2023 Quick Summary Soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies with a hint of sweet maple flavor, toasted pecans, chocolate chips, and a little sea salt. These sweet and salty cookies are guaranteed to be a favorite! Pin this now to find it later You can’t go wrong with a classic chocolate chip cookie , but sometimes it’s fun to mix things up....

Master Bedroom and Bath Tour By Maria Lichty Updated March 24, 2017 We finally have another house update for you. Sorry it has taken us so long, but the holidays happened and we got a little behind. Today, we are going to take you on a little tour of the master bedroom and bathroom. This is our private space, no kids allowed. Ha! Yeah right, the boys love climbing in our big bed every morning to snuggle and watch shows with us....

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated May 30, 2020 Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with peanut butter flavor! Peanut butter lovers will go crazy for these cookies! Pin this now to find it later I was in the mood to bake this week, big surprise, right? Well, I will be honest, I was really in the mood to eat cookies, sure the baking part is fun, but the eating part is the BEST part....

Peanut Butter Pretzel Caramel Popcorn By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Peanut Butter Pretzel Caramel Popcorn-peanut butter caramel corn with pretzels and Lindt HELLO Pretzel Bites. This sweet and salty popcorn snack is addicting! Ok, I know it is the new year and people are trying to exercise and eat healthy, which is good and all, but you have to take a break from your salad to make my Peanut Butter Pretzel Caramel Popcorn ....

Peanut Butter Pretzel Ice Cream Pie By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Peanut Butter Pretzel Ice Cream Pie-A salty pretzel crust filled with Moose Tracks ice cream then topped with peanut butter cups and drizzled with peanut butter hot fudge sauce ! Peanut butter lovers will go crazy for this pie! My peanut butter obsession is STRONG right now. I have been stirring peanut butter into my oatmeal, slathering it on my toast, and eating it by the spoonful from the jar....

Peanut Chicken Salad By Maria Lichty Published on January 07, 2026 Quick Summary This Peanut Chicken Salad is fresh, flavorful, and tossed in a creamy peanut dressing that’s perfectly balanced with lime, ginger, and a touch of sweetness. Made with shredded chicken, crunchy vegetables, fresh herbs, and a savory-sweet peanut sauce, this salad is easy to make, protein-packed, and great for meal prep, lunches, or serving alongside dinner. It’s a reader‑favorite style recipe: simple ingredients, bold flavor, and endlessly versatile....

Recipe for Honey Whole Wheat Bread By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Yeast Breads Honey Whole Wheat Bread Ingredients1x2x3x 6 1/2-7 cups whole wheat flour divided 1 tablespoon vital wheat gluten find it at Whole Foods, Bob’s Red Mill, King Arthur, etc. 2 packets of yeast I used rapid rise 2 1/2 cups warm water 1/3 cup canola oil 1/3 cup honey 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon salt Instructions In a large mixing bowl (preferably a KitchenAid), add 3 cups of the flour, wheat gluten, and yeast....

Recipe for Lemon Ricotta Biscuits By Maria Lichty Updated April 28, 2011 The other day we were flipping channels and stopped on the Food Network. Giada was making her grandmother’s lemon ricotta biscuits. We recently made Giada’s lemon ricotta cookies and fell in love, so we knew we had to try these!! The biscuit dough was easy to make and unlike other biscuits, you bake these in muffin tins! They have the nice shape of a muffin, but the texture is similar to a biscuit....

Recipe for Whole Wheat Veggie Pizza By Maria Lichty Updated May 16, 2011 Josh is a pizza fanatic! He would eat it for every meal if I let him:) I usually convince him to eat something else, but the other night I gave in and we made pizza! This time we made a whole wheat crust. We used half whole wheat flour and half all purpose. The best part about this dough is that it really doesn’t have to rise, you only let it “rest” for 15 minutes!...

Rice Krispie Treats By Maria Lichty Published on July 26, 2022 Quick Summary Extra marshmallows, sea salt, and a super-thick bar make for the BEST Rice Krispie Treats. You will love these easy, no-bake treats , they are always a crowd pleaser! When it comes to no-bake treats, Rice Krispie Treats are king. They’re a universal favorite and I promise you that this is the BEST Rice Krispie Treat recipe out there....

Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta By Maria Lichty Published on April 04, 2025 Quick Summary Roasted carrots with whipped feta is a simple side dish that perfectly balances sweet, tender carrots with the creamy, tangy richness of whipped feta. The caramelized carrots pair beautifully with the smooth, velvety feta, creating a flavor combination that’s both comforting and impressive . Pin this now to find it later Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta: A Flavor-Packed Side Dish Maria’s Helpful Tips Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta Recipe Recipe Serving Suggestions More Vegetable Side Dishes Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta: A Flavor-Packed Side Dish I make roasted carrots all of the time, they are a good every day veggie side....

Rosemary-Lemon Oven-Fried Chicken By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Josh’s mom came to visit us last week. We always love having her in our home. She was a huge help with Caleb and did more of her fair share of the chores. Thanks Kathy! Josh wanted to make a special meal while his mom was visiting and volunteered to make Rosemary-Lemon Oven-Fried Chicken. He is a very sweet son and husband....

S’mores Puppy Chow By Maria Lichty Published on June 17, 2020 A campfire twist on the classic puppy chow treat! S’mores Puppy Chow has marshmallow, graham and chocolate flavors mixed into the traditional chocolate peanut butter cereal treat. Beware, it’s addicting! Pin this now to find it later Everyone loves a huge bowl of Puppy Chow (aka muddy buddies). It’s a favorite on my site and a favorite at our house....

Scotcheroos By Maria Lichty Published on April 12, 2024 Quick Summary Scotcheroos are an easy no-bake dessert made with crispy rice cereal, peanut butter, chocolate chips, and butterscotch chips. Basically, the ultimate Rice Krispie Treats. They are always a crowd pleaser! Scotcheroos!!!! If you’ve had a scotcheroo, you know of their goodness. And if you haven’t, get ready to be WOWED! Scotcheroos are similar to Rice Krispie Treats but they are loaded with peanut butter, chocolate, and butterscotch....

Strawberry Basil Sorbet By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Happy 4th of July! We hope you are all enjoying the holiday with good food, family, friends, and fun. We are still having a great time in Illinois. We are going to swim and play tennis all day and have a BBQ tonight. Sorbet is one of my favorite summer desserts. It is simple to make and so refreshing. I recently made a batch of Strawberry Basil Sorbet and oh my-it is fabulous!...

Strawberry Cake By Maria Lichty Published on June 11, 2023 Quick Summary This easy strawberry cake is one of our favorite spring and summer desserts. Easy, basic ingredients make this homemade strawberry cake a cinch. Best served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. I have always enjoyed strawberries, but lately, I am obsessed. Strawberry season is my favorite. When strawberries are ripe and ready, we buy them like crazy. I love eating strawberries with my yogurt, acai bowls , in salads , and of course I love making strawberry shortcake ....

Strawberry Scones By Maria Lichty Updated May 04, 2020 Strawberry Scones-soft and tender scones bursting with fresh strawberries and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. The perfect scone recipe for spring and summer. Pin this now to find it later Strawberry Scones Scones are the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert and these Strawberry Scones are perfect in every way. They are soft, tender, buttery, and bursting with fresh strawberries....

Stuffed Poblano Peppers By Maria Lichty Published on March 09, 2014 Stuffed Poblano Peppers-vegetarian stuffed peppers that are loaded with farro, veggies, and beans! We are super excited to be teaming up with Better Home and Gardens for the month of March to share with you some meatless dishes that you can enjoy as a side dish, snack, or a main dish. We will be using a recipe already created by BHG and just making a few changes....

Sweet Potato Lentil Salad By Maria Lichty Published on November 08, 2021 Quick Summary Sweet Potato Lentil Salad- this hearty and healthy salad is made with roasted sweet potatoes, lentils, kale, feta cheese, red onion, dried cranberries , and finished with a balsamic maple mustard dressing. The ultimate fall salad! Pin this now to find it later I love a salad that is full of goodies and this Sweet Potato Lentil Salad has all of my favorites in one big bowl!...

50 Healthy Recipes to Kick Off 2012 By Maria Lichty Published on January 01, 2012 Happy New Year! Many of us are thinking about our New Year’s resolutions and healthy eating is often at the top of the list. If you are setting a goal to eat healthy in 2012, here are 50 healthy recipes to help you get started. Beverages Easy Strawberry Mango Smoothie Berry Banana Smoothie Blueberry Mango Smoothie...