Cookbook Cover Reveal

Cookbook Cover Reveal By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 You guys, we are SO SO SO excited to FINALLY share the cover of our cookbook with you! YAY!!! What do you think? I get goosebumps every time I look at it. I am seriously in love with the cover and the entire book. I can’t wait for you to see the inside and for you to taste all of the recipes!...

January 8, 2026 · 1 min · 198 words · Greg Toddy

Cottage Cheese Creamy Pesto Pasta

Cottage Cheese Creamy Pesto Pasta By Maria Lichty Published on August 21, 2024 Quick Summary Creamy Pesto Pasta- you only need 3-ingredients and 20 minutes to make this protein-packed creamy pesto pasta. It is the perfect weeknight meal, kids and adults love it! Pin this now to find it later Whenever I need an EASY weeknight dinner, I like to make this Creamy Pesto Pasta . It only takes 20 minutes to make and you only need 3 key ingredients....

January 8, 2026 · 5 min · 930 words · John Foret

Creamy Orzo

Creamy Orzo By Maria Lichty Published on September 23, 2024 Quick Summary Creamy Orzo- this creamy and cheesy orzo pasta dish is easy to make and super satisfying. Serve as a side dish or main dish, each bite is packed with deliciousness! Pin this now to find it later Creamy Orzo is a comforting one-pot dish that takes less than 30 minutes to make. It can be served as a side dish or main dish....

January 8, 2026 · 7 min · 1453 words · Caroline Serra

Creamy Polenta With Roasted Mushrooms

Creamy Polenta with Roasted Mushrooms By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 This Polenta recipe is an all-time favorite – because it’s easy! Just whisk away the polenta, toss the mushrooms in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a little garlic and let them roast away into this creamy polenta dish! Best Polenta Recipe I have a hard time choosing a favorite meal. I have too many favorites and it depends on my mood....

January 8, 2026 · 5 min · 971 words · Angelia Hipsher

Crockpot (slow Cooker) Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce

Crockpot (Slow Cooker) Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 When we were in California for the Blogher Food Conference we stopped to visit Josh’s mom in Placerville, which is Apple Hill country. We drove through the orchards, vineyards, and forests. It is a beautiful area, but beware if you get car sick. Those windy roads killed me:) It was worth it though because we bought the best apples ever....

January 8, 2026 · 3 min · 611 words · Mai Hoy

Easy Overnight Oats

Easy Overnight Oats By Maria Lichty Published on September 13, 2021 Quick Summary Learn how to make Overnight Oats, a great make-ahead breakfast that is perfect for busy mornings. The oats are healthy, satisfying, and delicious! Plus, this easy overnight oats recipe is very customizable . Pin this now to find it later Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but mornings are often hectic, making it hard to cook, sit down, and eat a good meal....

January 8, 2026 · 8 min · 1681 words · John Walker

Everything Bagel Avocado Toast

Everything Bagel Avocado Toast By Maria Lichty Updated June 26, 2022 Quick Summary Everything Bagel Avocado Toast tastes just like an Everything Bagel. Toast is topped with cream cheese, avocado, and Everything Bagel Seasoning. You will love this easy avocado toast for breakfast, lunch, or snack time. Pin this now to find it later I love avocados, they are in my top 5 favorite foods. I use them all of the time to make salads , guacamole , dips , tacos , sandwiches , and of course avocado toast ....

January 8, 2026 · 3 min · 572 words · Luis Low

Fajita Quinoa Bowls

Fajita Quinoa Bowls By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Fajita Quinoa Bowls-veggie fajitas, quinoa, and all of your favorite fajita toppings in one bowl! Love this easy and healthy one bowl recipe! When I go out to eat at a Mexican restaurant I almost always order the veggie fajitas. I love them, but I don’t like how they make a scene. When they bring the fajitas out everyone in the restaurant stares because they want to see who ordered the sizzling fajitas....

January 8, 2026 · 5 min · 1022 words · Jean Sanchez

Fall Recipes

Fall Recipes By Maria Lichty Updated April 28, 2011 I am in San Francisco right now for the Blogher Food Conference. Josh was going to join me, but decided to take one for the team and stay behind. He is finishing up our kitchen remodel. What a guy. I am lucky I married such a hard worker. Last week we drove up the canyon to enjoy the beautiful fall foliage. Today I am sharing a few of the photos from our drive and a few of our favorite fall recipes....

January 8, 2026 · 1 min · 152 words · Melissa Jennings

Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Ganache Sandwich Cookies

Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Ganache Sandwich Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated June 15, 2020 Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Ganache Sandwich Cookies-flourless peanut butter cookies filled chocolate ganache and a creamy peanut butter filling. Tomorrow is National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day, pretty much the best day ever! I am going to celebrate ALL day long. I am kicking off the day with Baked Peanut Butter Apple Oatmeal , for lunch I will enjoy a simple Peanut Butter, Banana, and Honey Sandwich, and for dinner I will eat Cucumber Noodles with Peanut Sauce ....

January 8, 2026 · 6 min · 1223 words · Jaunita Bland

Gianduja Gelato Recipe

Gianduja Gelato Recipe By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 My brother, sister in law, and their adorable one year old girl, Ramona, were visiting us for the past week. We had so much fun. I loved playing with my little niece, she is such a doll. My brother and his wife are culinary experts, so we spent a lot of time in the kitchen. It was fun having a couple to cook and eat with....

January 8, 2026 · 6 min · 1157 words · Dustin Bundren

Granola Cake

Granola Cake By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Granola Cake-a soft and chewy cake made with granola, chocolate, and coconut! This simple cake is great for dessert, snack time, or even breakfast! I am super excited about today’s post because the recipe for this Granola Cake comes from my new favorite cookbook, Baking Chez Moi: Recipes from My Paris Home to Your Home Anywhere , by Dorie Greenspan . Dorie is my baking idol and I absolutely adore her and her recipes....

January 8, 2026 · 7 min · 1429 words · Robert Sparks

Greek Pizza

Greek Pizza By Maria Lichty Published on April 08, 2013 Tonight the madness will end. Who will win the big dance-Michigan or Louisville? I didn’t pick either team, my bracket got messed up a long time ago. I am not sure who I will cheer for, probably Michigan. I have to route for the Big Ten team. I just hope it’s an entertaining game. I’ve spent a lot of hours watching basketball over the past few weeks and I hope the final game is a good one....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 352 words · Christopher Thompson

Honey Mustard Sheet Pan Chicken With Brussels Sprouts

Honey Mustard Sheet Pan Chicken with Brussels Sprouts By Maria Lichty Updated October 09, 2019 This Honey-Mustard Sheet Pan Chicken with Brussels Sprouts is a perfect fall weeknight recipe that has maximum flavor and minimal dishes! It is a family favorite chicken recipe! Pin this now to find it later Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner When it comes to weeknight meals, it doesn’t get much better than a sheet pan meal. The oven does all of the work, the dishes are minimal, and you’re left with a delicious dinner....

January 8, 2026 · 6 min · 1212 words · Sherry Smith

Iced Oatmeal Cookies

Iced Oatmeal Cookies By Maria Lichty Published on December 02, 2024 Quick Summary Iced oatmeal cookies- These classic oatmeal cookies are soft, chewy, perfectly spiced, and topped with a sweet vanilla icing. Enjoy with a glass of cold milk, these cookies offer a delightful mix of nostalgia, comfort, and deliciousness! Pin this now to find it later Ingredient Notes How to Make Iced Oatmeal Cookies How to Store & Freeze More Oatmeal Cookie Recipes Iced Oatmeal Cookies Recipe Do you remember Mother’s Iced Oatmeal Cookies?...

January 8, 2026 · 8 min · 1606 words · Alexander Clinton

Italian Wedding Soup

Italian Wedding Soup By Maria Lichty Published on January 13, 2025 Quick Summary Italian Wedding Soup is a comforting, flavorful one-pot soup made with tender meatballs, vegetables, greens, and small pasta, all simmered in a savory broth. Its name refers to the perfect “marriage” of these ingredients, creating a harmonious blend of tastes and textures that has made it a beloved classic. Pin this now to find it later Why You’ll Love Italian Wedding Soup Key Ingredients How to Make Italian Wedding Soup Storing & Freezing More Hearty Soup Recipes Italian Wedding Soup Recipe Why You’ll Love Italian Wedding Soup One-Pot Meal : With everything coming together in a single pot, the flavors meld beautifully, and cleanup is easy!...

January 8, 2026 · 6 min · 1191 words · Deana Kovac

Lemon Ricotta Pasta

Lemon Ricotta Pasta By Maria Lichty Published on May 22, 2023 Quick Summary Lemon Ricotta Pasta- pasta made with spinach, garlic, shallot, lemon and a simple, creamy ricotta sauce. Top with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil for the perfect pasta dinner! Pin this now to find it later You can’t go wrong with pasta for dinner. A few favorites include: pasta primavera , spaghetti carbonara , baked ziti , and classic spaghetti ....

January 8, 2026 · 6 min · 1153 words · Yolanda Crutchfield

Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes By Maria Lichty Updated November 16, 2024 Quick Summary Maple and cinnamon work together to bring a delicious sweetness to these Roasted Sweet Potatoes! Serve them as a side and watch everyone come back for seconds. Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes Sweet potatoes are one of my very favorite vegetables. They can be prepared sweet or savory, mashed , fried, or roasted , or turned into a delicious sweet potato casserole ....

January 8, 2026 · 6 min · 1203 words · Lee Simmons

Mini Eggnog Doughnut Muffins

Mini Eggnog Doughnut Muffins By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 I don’t like to listen to Christmas music or put the Christmas decorations up until after Thanksgiving. Now that Thanksgiving is over we can officially start celebrating Christmas. Bring on the Bing Crosby, Christmas lights, and candy canes. I spotted eggnog in the store the other day and bought a quart to help put us in the festive mood. I personally don’t like to drink eggnog, but I thought it would be fun to bake with it....

January 8, 2026 · 4 min · 823 words · Steve Hall

Peach Crisp

Peach Crisp By Maria Lichty Updated October 06, 2020 Peach Crisp-a simple peach crisp made with fresh peaches and topped with a sweet almond oat topping. Add a scoop of ice cream for an extra special summer dessert. Pin this now to find it later Peaches, Peaches, Peaches! Millions of peaches, peaches for ME! Don’t you just love that song? It always gets stuck in my head, especially when I am eating peaches and I have been eating a lot of peaches lately....

January 8, 2026 · 5 min · 1033 words · Frances Joy