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Peanut Butter Toast with Skillet Cinnamon Apples By Maria Lichty Updated September 11, 2019 Peanut Butter Toast with Skillet Cinnamon Apples-this simple fall toast is great for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert. Yesterday was the first official day of fall. It is fall y’all! I don’t have a southern accent, but I just had to say that:) I am SO happy it is fall. It is my favorite season. Bring on the football games, changing leaves, crisp air, sweaters, jeans, and apples....

Pumpkin Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Utah finally got a cold spell over the weekend. The mornings have been chilly! I decided to warm things up by turning on the oven. I baked a Pumpkin Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake that warmed up the house and my belly. If you follow our blog, you know we LOVE cinnamon streusel everything. Cinnamon streusel just makes the world a better place, especially when pumpkin is involved....

Pumpkin White Chocolate Scones By Maria Lichty Updated November 10, 2017 I made Pumpkin White Chocolate Scones. Hello!! These will get you out of the bed in the morning. They may not be the healthiest of breakfast items, but save the Wheaties for another day. Splurging once in awhile is A-Ok in my book. Plus, the pumpkin is healthy, right?? Ha! The dough was easy to make and work with. I patted it o ut into a round circle and cut the scones into wedges....

Raspberry Almond Biscuits By Maria Lichty Published on April 09, 2025 Quick Summary These Raspberry Almond Biscuits are the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Light, tender, and bursting with juicy raspberries, they’re topped with a sweet almond glaze and crunchy sliced almonds. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, a stunning brunch treat, or a delightful dessert, these biscuits are sure to impress with minimal effort! Pin this now to find it later...

Raspberry Dark Chocolate Frozen Yogurt By Maria Lichty Updated March 05, 2020 Frozen yogurt is one of my favorite treats. I’ve always preferred soft serve fro yo over ice cream. Even before it became trendy and frozen yogurt shops were on every block. I guess I started the trend:) When we go to a frozen yogurt shop, I am always overwhelmed by all of the flavors and toppings. There are too many choices and since I am the worst at making decisions, it kind of stresses me out....

Recipe for Oatmeal Berry Muffins By Maria Lichty Updated January 28, 2012 Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It is true, not just an old wives tale. A lot of people think that skipping breakfast will help them lose weight, but WRONG! You need to eat in the morning to refuel your body and jumpstart your metabolism. Skipping meals usually leads to overeating later on in the day anyway....

Recipe for Tortellini Spinach Salad By Maria Lichty Updated May 16, 2011 I am always up for a good salad. This Tortellini Spinach Salad is one of my favorites. It is so easy and you can mix it up with whatever you have on hand. I use frozen cheese tortellini and I always buy the colorful kind. It makes the salad more fun:) I cook the tortellini and then rinse it with cold water....

Roasted Sweet Potato, Apple, and Spinach Salad By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 This week has been a long one! I was out of town for work and traveling wears me out. Plus, I missed Josh, my bed, and kitchen. I am happy to be home! My dad is visiting from Illinois this weekend. I am excited for some fun family time! My brain is still pretty fried from the trip, so I don’t have a lot to say today, but try this salad-you will love it!...

Sheet Pan Pesto Gnocchi By Maria Lichty Updated August 13, 2019 Sheet Pan Pesto Gnocchi is a favorite weeknight dinner! It’s loaded with tasty vegetables, flavorful pesto, and comes together in no time. It’s a dinner winner every time! Pin this now to find it later Easy Gnocchi Recipe Our boys LOVE gnocchi. It is one of their favorite meals. They love our Crispy Gnocchi and 5-Ingredient Skillet Gnocchi and now this easy Sheet Pan Pesto Gnocchi is a dinner favorite!...

Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken By Maria Lichty Updated March 19, 2020 Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken-this easy crockpot Mexican chicken is perfect for making tacos, burritos, or salads. You can also serve it over rice or quinoa for a simple dinner. Pin this now to find it later Our slow cooker has been getting a workout lately! We are currently loving Slow Cooker Enchilada Quinoa , Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup , and this Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken....

Southwestern Grilled Sweet Potato Salad By Maria Lichty Updated July 13, 2020 This Southwestern Grilled Sweet Potato Salad is full of flavor and perfect for your next BBQ, picnic, or everyday dinner! Pin this now to find it later Sweet potatoes are in my top 5 favorite foods of all time. Watermelon, gnocchi , avocados, and cookies are also on that list. My list may change from time to time, but sweet potatoes (and cookies) never leave the list....

Steak Salad By Maria Lichty Published on May 29, 2023 Quick Summary Grilled Steak Salad with sweet corn, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and a creamy cilantro lime dressing . You will love this fresh and simple summer salad! We make and eat a lot of salads during the summertime and this Steak Salad is an all-time favorite! Adding a protein, like steak, is a great way to get a refreshing summer meal on the table in one dish that will keep everyone full and satisfied....

Strawberry Bread By Maria Lichty Updated June 15, 2020 This easy strawberry quick bread is made with Greek yogurt, buttermilk, and fresh strawberries. It is tender, moist, and great for breakfast, brunch, or snacking. Caleb and Maxwell were on a huge strawberry kick so Josh stocked up big time at the store. The boys ate a few and then decided to break up with strawberries. I don’t know what went wrong in their relationship, but they wouldn’t eat strawberries for a few days....

The 6 Best Picnic Baskets for Summer By Maria Lichty Published on June 11, 2024 I will NEVER say no to going on a picnic ! They’re such a fun and easy activity during the summer — and all you need to do is pack up your favorite snacks in one of the best picnic baskets! Credit: Two Peas and Their Pod Pin this now to find it later Our Top Picks: Best Overall: HappyPicnic Wicker Picnic Basket Set – $59....

This and That By Maria Lichty Published on December 26, 2025 Pin this now to find it later His This and That is a day late because of Christmas. We hope you had a good holiday. Our Christmas was a good one…family, good food, and lots of sports. The boys got new bikes for Christmas so we’ve been riding around. Unfortunately, we don’t have snow for good skiing. It’s crazy how warm it is in Utah....

Toasted Coconut, Toffee, & Chocolate Chip Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Last week I was going through our chocolate drawer in our freezer. Yes, we have a special drawer for chocolate and it is packed full:) I found two bags of Heath toffee bits at the bottom. I forgot they were in there. I didn’t want them to feel neglected any longer so I decided to make Toasted Coconut, Toffee, and Chocolate Chip Cookies....

Ultimate S’mores Cookies By Maria Lichty Published on August 10, 2022 Quick Summary Ultimate S’mores Cookies – I turned everyone’s favorite campfire treat into a gooey and delicious cookie! Graham cracker crumbs, chocolate, and marshmallows are all here in this decadent S’mores Cookie. All the flavor, no campfire required! One of my all-time favorite summer flavor combinations is a classic s’mores. Crunchy graham cracker, melty chocolate, and gooey marshmallows? I can’t get enough!...

Vegan Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Vegan Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies-these healthy breakfast cookies are good any time of the day, but you have my permission to eat them for breakfast! They are the perfect grab and go breakfast! I have been on a pumpkin kick! I’ve made a lot of decadent treats like Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Streusel Cake, Brown Butter Pumpkin Streusel Muffins with Brown Butter Glaze , and Pumpkin Cinnamon Cookies ....

Whipped Feta By Maria Lichty Updated March 25, 2025 Quick Summary Whipped Feta is a creamy and tangy spread made by blending feta cheese with plain Greek yogurt, and olive oil, creating a smooth, rich texture. It can be used as a dip, spread on toast, or topped on salads and roasted vegetables. Its salty, briny flavor combined with a creamy consistency makes it the perfect addition to a variety of dishes....

Yellow Cake By Maria Lichty Published on February 04, 2022 Quick Summary Yellow Cake- this classic yellow cake is tender, moist, and covered with silky-smooth chocolate frosting! The perfect cake for birthdays or any celebration ! Pin this now to find it later Yellow cake with chocolate buttercream frosting is the PERFECT cake for birthdays or any celebration. The yellow cake and chocolate combo is CLASSIC! If you haven’t tried this traditional party cake, you are in for a treat!...