Recipe for Cherry Oatmeal Crisp By Maria Lichty Updated April 28, 2011 We picked up a big bag of Rainier cherries at the farmer’s market on Saturday. They are sweet and juicy. I have been mixing them into my Greek yogurt this week. I also made individual cherry crisps for dessert. I love making mini or individual desserts. Everyone feels special because they get their own and it is great portion control....

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad By Maria Lichty Published on November 21, 2025 Quick Summary This Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is the ultimate fall salad! It combines caramelized butternut squash, nutty farro, peppery arugula, sharp white cheddar, toasted walnuts, and sweet dates, all tossed in a bright apple cider vinaigrette. It’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for weeknights, holidays, or meal prep. Pin this now to find it later This Roasted Butternut Squash Salad Is a Fall Favorite in Our House I knew this Roasted Butternut Squash Salad was something special the moment I tossed it together, the fall flavors are absolute perfection....

Roasted Red Pepper Pasta By Maria Lichty Updated June 15, 2020 Easy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta-this simple pasta dish has a creamy red pepper sauce and is made with mostly pantry ingredients. It is the perfect weeknight meal! Pin this now to find it later I love this super simple Roasted Red Pepper Pasta recipe! It doesn’t have a ton of ingredients, and most of them can be stored in the pantry....

Roasted Sweet Potato and Beet Salad By Maria Lichty Published on January 05, 2026 Quick Summary This Roasted Sweet Potato and Beet Salad is vibrant, fresh, and full of flavor. Tender roasted beets and sweet potatoes are tossed with peppery arugula, creamy avocado, crunchy pistachios, juicy pomegranate arils, and tangy goat cheese, then finished with a bright citrus vinaigrette. It’s a nourishing, beautiful salad that’s perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or easy make-ahead lunches....

Smoked Paprika Roasted Sweet Potatoes By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Smoked Paprika Roasted Sweet Potatoes-a healthy side dish that goes great with any meal. You will love the sweet and smoky flavor of these simple roasted sweet potatoes! Roasted Sweet Potatoes I eat sweet potatoes in some form almost every single day. I am obsessed. They are just so good! I like them mashed , stuffed , in salads , in enchiladas , cut up into fries , and roasted....

Southwestern Pasta Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing By Maria Lichty Updated June 01, 2019 Last month we helped cater a family party. We were in charge of making three large salads. We made a simple spinach salad with berries, Greek Quinoa Salad , and Southwestern Pasta Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing. I created the Southwestern Pasta Salad for the party and it has become one of our favorite pasta salads. We make it all of the time now....

Thumbprint Cookies By Maria Lichty Published on December 06, 2022 Quick Summary Thumbprint Cookies-buttery shortbread cookies rolled in sugar and filled with sweet raspberry jam! These beautiful little cookies are a classic Christmas cookie, but can be enjoyed anytime of the year. I love creating new cookie recipes , but I also love the classics. One of our favorite cookies to make at Christmas time are Thumbprint Cookies . They are a holiday favorite and a great addition to any cookie platter....

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies By Maria Lichty Published on March 08, 2024 Quick Summary White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies- soft and chewy cookies with white chocolate chips and salted macadamia nuts. A classic cookie that everyone loves! White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies are a classic cookie and always a favorite! I do think it’s hard to find a GOOD white chocolate macadamia nut cookie. Most cookies are too greasy and lack flavor....

White Chocolate Raspberry Energy Balls By Maria Lichty Published on September 05, 2022 Quick Summary White Chocolate Raspberry Energy Balls- these easy, no-bake white chocolate raspberry protein balls only take 10 minutes to make. They are great for breakfast, snack time, or dessert! I love energy balls (aka energy bites). I eat one every day after lunch for a healthy little sweet treat. A few of my favorites include: monster cookie , chocolate peanut butter , pumpkin , and almond joy ....

Zucchini Coconut Bread By Maria Lichty Updated July 05, 2019 Today is National Zucchini Day. Yes, there is a special day devoted to the squash. I don’t know who decides on these days, but I am happy to celebrate the zucchini. It really is perfect timing for National Zucchini Day. We are all racking our brains trying to figure out what to do with the vegetable, so why not make a day of it and go zucchini crazy?...

Almond Butter Granola By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Almond Butter Granola-easy homemade granola made with almond butter. Enjoy for breakfast or as a healthy snack! I love making homemade granola. It’s so simple and always tastes much better than store bought granola. This easy Almond Butter Granola is my new favorite recipe. I made it because I wanted a healthy snack, but I ended up eating most of the pan by myself, so I guess there went the healthy part....

Almond Joy Energy Balls By Maria Lichty Updated October 06, 2020 Almond Joy Energy Balls-chocolate, coconut, and almond come together to create a delicious and nutritious bite-sized snack! If you love Almond Joy candy bars, you will love these healthy little energy bites! Pin this now to find it later Almond Joy Energy Balls I love a good energy ball…or energy bite, protein ball, power ball, protein popper, whatever you want to call these bite-sized little treats!...

Avocado Feta Dip By Maria Lichty Updated March 05, 2020 Pin this now to find it later St. Patrick’s Day is on Sunday so this week we are going GREEN! We have to celebrate because we are the PEAS:) Green is our color and I love everything green. We have some fun green recipes AND a fun green giveaway for you this week! Make sure you visit the blog tomorrow to enter the giveaway, you don’t want to miss this one!...

Avocado Ice Cream By Maria Lichty Updated October 03, 2023 Quick Summary Avocado ice cream is rich, smooth, and creamy. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for Cinco deMayo. Cinco de Mayo is on Thursday and if you are looking for a delicious dessert to serve, try Avocado Ice Cream. Yes, you heard me right, Avocado Ice Cream. You might think avocados don’t belong in ice cream, but let me reassure you, this ice cream is fantastic....

Banana Cake By Maria Lichty Published on April 10, 2024 Quick Summary Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting- this easy banana cake is super moist, full of banana flavor, and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. It’s the perfect dessert for parties, potlucks, or any day! Pin this now to find it later Whenever I have brown bananas on the counter I usually make my classic banana bread or chocolate banana bread , but sometimes I like to make Banana Cake ....

Black Bean Salsa By Maria Lichty Updated August 25, 2011

Blueberry Buckle Cake By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Today is a special day. It is Josh’s birthday and we have our “big” appointment. We find out what we are having today. Will our little pea be a boy or a girl? Any guesses? To celebrate Josh’s birthday I made him a Blueberry Buckle Cake. Josh isn’t a huge cake fan, but he loves anything with streusel topping. Blueberry buckle is a single layered cake filled with juicy blueberries and covered with streusel topping....

Blueberry Scones By Maria Lichty Updated May 13, 2023 Quick Summary Blueberry Scones-moist and tender blueberry scones with a sweet streusel topping and vanilla glaze! The perfect scone recipe for breakfast or brunch! Blueberry baked goods are my jam. I am seriously obsessed. Blueberry muffins , lemon blueberry sweet rolls , blueberry cream cheese biscuits , blueberry banana bread …yeah, I could go on and on. I love putting blueberries in all of my baked goods....

Blueberry Yogurt Waffles By Maria Lichty Updated July 05, 2019 June is sailing on by. That means the 4th of July will be here before we know it. This week I am going to share a few red, white, and blue recipes to get you in the mood for the big holiday. We are starting with breakfast, the most important meal of the day. We always make a special breakfast on the 4th....

Butterscotch, Toffee, Chocolate Chip Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Butterscotch, Toffee, Chocolate Chip Cookies-chocolate chip cookies loaded with butterscotch chips and toffee! Grab a glass of milk and get dunkin’! I have to get my glucose test today. I had a tough time getting all of that nasty orange drink down when I was pregnant with Caleb so I am dreading it. I doubt this time will be any easier....