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Roasted Brussels Sprouts By Maria Lichty Published on November 11, 2022 Quick Summary This Roasted Brussels Sprouts recipe is one of my favorite side dishes, and one of the easiest to make, too. You only need a few ingredients, but the combination of the vegetables and the balsamic vinegar makes for an intensely flavorful and healthy side. Pin this now to find it later I know that some people don’t care for Brussels Sprouts, but they are one of my favorite vegetables....

Roasted Mushroom, Kale, and Goat Cheese Tacos By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Roasted Mushroom, Kale, and Goat Cheese Tacos-these simple vegetarian tacos are full of flavor and make a great weeknight meal! I always fail at Taco Tuesday. I have good intentions to make tacos on Tuesdays, but it seems like every Tuesday I am making pasta , soup , or breakfast for dinner. Oops! I need to put a reminder on my phone because I do love taco nights and if we can have them every Tuesday, even better!...

Slow Cooker Chicken Chile Verde By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Chile Verde – my husband’s crock pot Chile Verde with chicken is delicious and easy to make – the slow cooker does all of the work! Serve with tortilla, rice, and beans for a tasty meal! Slow Cooker Chile Verde One of Josh’s favorite meals is chile verde, but he usually only makes it a couple of times a year because it takes awhile....

Soft Gingersnaps with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 I am so excited for today’s post! Today is the first day our new e-cookbook, Holiday Cookie Cravings is on sale! Plus, we are sharing a behind the scenes video of the making of Holiday Cookie Cravings, and a cookie recipe from our new book-Soft Gingersnaps with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting. This post is packed full of cookie goodness!...

Spring Panzanella Salad By Maria Lichty Updated March 05, 2020 Spring Panzanella Salad-this panzanella salad is bursting with spring vegetables and is a great side dish to any meal. When I eat a salad, I want a salad with substance. I don’t want a wimpy salad with just greens-I like to pack my salads full of goodies! My current favorite salad is this Spring Panzanella Salad . It has lots of spring green veggies and buttery herbed croutons....

Taco Soup By Maria Lichty Published on January 30, 2023 Quick Summary Taco Soup- this easy taco soup recipe is made with ground beef, tomatoes, beans, corn, and the perfect blend of taco spices. If you like tacos, you are going to love this easy one pot meal! Tacos are always a hit at our dinner table. Steak , veggie , chicken , shrimp , the list goes on. But sometimes we like to mix taco night up by making Taco Soup ....

Twix Caramel Popcorn By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Every Fall we make caramel popcorn, it is a tradition in our house. Over the weekend we were hanging out at home with the baby and watching football. I thought it was the perfect day to bust out a batch of caramel corn, so I asked Josh if he could watch the baby while I went to work. Of course, he said yes:) I decided to surprise him by jazzing up our traditional caramel corn recipe ....

Zucchini Cheddar Corn Muffins By Maria Lichty Updated May 21, 2019 I am guessing you still have zucchini to use up because we can’t seem to make a dent in ours and we don’t even have a garden! I don’t mind the never ending pile of zucchini though. I am having way too much fun creating new zucchini recipes. I recently baked Chocolate Fudge Zucchini Cookies and Zucchini Coconut Bread ....

Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal By Maria Lichty Published on September 26, 2022 Quick Summary Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal- this easy baked oatmeal recipe is spiced with cinnamon and filled with fresh apples. Top with your favorite oatmeal toppings for a nutritious and delicious breakfast. Baked Oatmeal is a comforting, satisfying, and delicious breakfast. I love making a pan so I have breakfast ready to go for the week. This is a great meal prep recipe....

Blueberry Banana Smoothie By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 This strawberry, blueberry banana smoothie is very berrylicious! Make it for breakfast, a snack, or even enjoy it for dessert. Fast, Healthy Smoothies are My Favorite I love working out in the morning. It is my favorite way to start the day. After my workouts, I am always ready for breakfast. I love blending up an easy smoothie and this Berry Banana Smoothie ....

Blueberry, Brie and Lemon Curd Grilled Cheese By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Blueberry, Brie and Lemon Curd Grilled Cheese-a sweet and decadent grilled cheese sandwich that is perfect for dessert! It’s no secret that grilled cheese sandwiches have been my ultimate pregnancy craving this time around. The ingredients are simple-bread, cheese, and butter. You really can’t go wrong when those ingredients are involved. I am fine with a classic grilled cheese sandwich, but sometimes it’s fun to spice things up....

Brown Butter Oatmeal Biscoff Cookies with Toffee & White Chocolate By Maria Lichty Published on December 10, 2025 Quick Summary These Brown Butter Oatmeal Biscoff Cookies are chewy, buttery, and packed with melty white chocolate, toffee, and crunchy Biscoff cookies. Bursting with flavor in every bite, they’re a delicious, loaded cookie that’s perfect for the holidays or any time of year . Pin this now to find it later Brown Butter Oatmeal Biscoff Cookies: Sweet, Chewy, and Totally Addictive I’m obsessed with these Brown Butter Oatmeal Biscoff Cookies with Toffee & White Chocolate ....

Brownie Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated April 06, 2021 Quick Summary Brownie Cookies- soft, fudgy, gooey chocolate cookies that taste just like brownies! The two best desserts in ONE recipe! Don’t forget a glass of cold milk! Pin this now to find it later I love cookies and brownies , two of my all-time favorite desserts. Combine them in ONE recipe and you’ve got the BEST dessert ever. These Brownie Cookies are phenomenal....

Brussels Sprouts Flatbread By Maria Lichty Updated June 15, 2020 Brussels Sprouts Flatbread-this easy vegetarian brussels sprouts pizza only takes 20 minutes to make. It is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or served as a party appetizer. Brussels sprouts are my jam, I love them roasted , in salads , chopped , in pasta , and on pizza! And when I am craving sprouts on pizza, but don’t want to take the time to make homemade pizza , I make Brussels Sprouts Flatbread ....

Cabbage Salad By Maria Lichty Published on June 26, 2023 Quick Summary Cabbage Salad- this colorful cabbage salad is made with shredded cabbage, red pepper, mango, avocado, fresh herbs, green onion, chopped nuts, and a simple soy ginger sesame dressing. It is pretty to serve and delicious to eat! Pin this now to find it later Let me introduce you to one of the BEST salads ever! This Cabbage Salad may not sound that exciting, but it is one of my all-time favorite salads....

Chocolate Chip Cookies-Soft By Maria Lichty Updated April 28, 2011 Chocolate Chip Cookies Adapted from Cookies Unlimited by Nick Malgieri Ingredients 2-½ cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt ¾ teaspoon baking soda 8 oz butter, 2 sticks, room temperature 1 cup, light brown sugar, packed ½ cup, 4oz-granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1-tablespoon vanilla extract 1-½ 12oz bags of semi sweet chocolate chips

Chocolate Dutch Baby By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Valentine’s Day is tomorrow and I think you should treat your sweetheart to a special breakfast in bed. Get out the breakfast tray, fine China, and make this Chocolate Dutch Baby. Oh-and don’t forget the fresh flowers and card. Ok, I know we are all busy, so if you don’t have time in the morning to serve breakfast in bed, I understand....

Coconut White Chocolate Chunk Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Last weekend we finished building our patio and backyard fence. I say we, but Josh did most of the work. I helped with little things, but Josh didn’t want me lifting or getting too exhausted. He is very protective of his pregnant wife and baby:) So I spent most of the day in the kitchen. I wanted to contribute in some way so I baked Coconut White Chocolate Chunk Cookies....

Creamy Coconut Butternut Squash Chicken Soup By Maria Lichty Published on September 29, 2025 Quick Summary This Creamy Coconut Butternut Squash Chicken Soup is rich, cozy, and packed with flavor from roasted squash, tender chicken, and warm spices like curry and turmeric. Finished with creamy coconut milk and wilted spinach, it’s the perfect one-pot meal for fall and winter. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and totally satisfying! Pin this now to find it later...

Deep Dish Biscoff Oatmeal Toffee Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Deep Dish Biscoff Oatmeal Toffee Cookies-serve warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special dessert! Today is a special day! It’s Caleb’s 2nd birthday! On the count of three let’s all sing a lively version of Happy Birthday to our little pea. 1-2-3! Happy Birthday to Caleb…ok, you can stop now....