Recipe for Toasted Coconut Lime Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated April 28, 2011 I used the same base recipe. I toasted coconut and stirred about a cup into the dough. I also used a lot of lime zest. We love tart lime treats. I wanted the cookies to be pretty so I finished them with a lime glaze and additional toasted coconut. The cookies were excellent! Another great cookie for a hot summer day....
Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup By Maria Lichty Updated January 07, 2024 Quick Summary Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup-this simple, warming, and delicious soup makes a great meal and it freezes well too! I am always freezing and always trying to find ways to keep warm. During the cold and snowy winter months, I wear layers, drink hot herbal tea, take hot baths, turn on the fireplace, and hide under blankets....
Samoa Cookie Protein Balls By Maria Lichty Published on February 12, 2025 Quick Summary If you like the famous Girl Scout Samoa cookies, you’ll love these Samoa Cookie Protein Balls ! They have the same rich, caramel, coconut and chocolate flavor, but they’re made with wholesome ingredients. Store them in the fridge for a sweet and satisfying snack! Pin this now to find it later Samoa Cookie Protein Balls Key Ingredients How to Make Samoa Cookie Protein Balls How to Store More Protein Ball Recipes Samoa Cookie Protein Balls Recipe Samoa Cookie Protein Balls Made with Wholesome Ingredients : Samoa cookies are famous for their perfect combination of chocolate, coconut, and caramel....
Smashed Potatoes By Maria Lichty Published on April 17, 2024 Quick Summary These Smashed Potatoes with creamy centers, crispy outsides, and a sprinkling of salty Parmesan cheese are SO delicious! Serve as an appetizer with a dipping sauce or enjoy along side any meal. Everyone loves these crispy little potatoes! Pin this now to find it later Smashed Potatoes are the PERFECT appetizer, side dish, or snack. They are fun and easy to make and do I dare say that they are better than French fries?...
Spritz Cookies By Maria Lichty Published on December 01, 2023 Quick Summary Sprtiz Cookies- this classic Christmas cookie uses a cookie press to create buttery, tender cookies that are festive, fun, and delicious! Choose your favorite shape, decorate with sprinkles, and add to your holiday cookie platter. Pin this now to find it later Every holiday season I love making cookie boxes to gift to family, friends, and neighbors. I love including a variety of cookies : Andes Mint Cookies , Snickerdoodles , Peanut Butter Blossoms , Easy Sugar Cookies , Chocolate Crinkle Cookies , and more!...
Strawberry Baked Oatmeal By Maria Lichty Published on May 31, 2024 Quick Summary This easy strawberry baked oatmeal is naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup and bursting with fresh strawberries. It will remind you of the Strawberries & Cream oatmeal packets you enjoyed as a kid, but SO much better! It’s a great make ahead breakfast recipe that is satisfying and delicious. Pin this now to find it later I love making baked oatmeal for breakfast....
Turmeric Chickpea Vegetable Soup By Maria Lichty Updated March 03, 2020 Turmeric Chickpea Vegetable Soup-this healthy vegetable soup is filled with colorful vegetables, turmeric, ginger, garlic, and chickpeas. Enjoy a bowl for lunch or dinner, it will fill you up and warm you up! Healthy Vegetable Soup I could eat soup every single day, especially during the winter or on a cold, rainy day. A hearty bowl of soup will warm you up and keep you full for hours....
Weekly Meal Plan {Week 7} By Maria Lichty Updated August 11, 2015 Happy weekend and happy meal planning! We hope you enjoy our picks for this week’s meal plan! Enjoy! Week 7: Monday (3/2): Mexican Rice Bowl -Mexican Rice Bowls are fun and easy to make. Let everyone top their bowls with their favorite toppings! I am topping my bowl with Green Chile and Roasted Tomato Guacamole . Tuesday (3/3): Brussels Sprout Pomegranate Citrus Salad -This salad is fresh, light, and easy to make!...
Whole Wheat Zucchini Pancakes By Maria Lichty Updated August 21, 2020 Zucchini Pancakes-these healthy zucchini pancakes remind me of zucchini bread, but in pancake form. Top with butter and maple syrup for a real breakfast treat! Pin this now to find it later I really hope you aren’t sick of zucchini because I have another zucchini recipe for you today, Zucchini Pancakes ! These light and fluffy hot cakes are a family favorite!...
Almond Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies {Vegan} By Maria Lichty Updated October 06, 2020 Healthy Almond Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies-thick and chewy almond butter cookies with oats, dried cranberries, and chocolate chips! Caleb loves dried cranberries. He calls them treats. Every day he walks up to our pantry door and yells, “Mommy, treat!” Before I give him a few dried cranberries, he has to give me a big kiss. It’s the secret password:) I don’t mind spoiling him with dried fruit, especially since I am getting kisses!...
Best Fresh Tomato Recipes By Maria Lichty Updated July 27, 2019 The BEST fresh tomato recipes! You are going to want to make all of these easy tomato recipes during tomato season. I always get a little sad at the end of every summer, but then I go out to our garden and see all of the ripe tomatoes and that makes me very happy. Tomato season is my favorite! You can’t beat a ripe and juicy tomato right from the vine....
Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chunk Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated October 09, 2019 Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chunk Cookies-the brown butter makes these cookies extra special. Plus, they have all of my favorite ingredients: toffee, chocolate chunks, and a sprinkling of sea salt. These cookies are a MUST make! At my last check-up, my midwife told me I needed to gain a little weight. Nothing serious to worry about, I am just a little small for being 32 weeks pregnant....
Buffalo Chicken Nachos By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Buffalo Chicken Nachos-cheesy nachos topped with spicy buffalo chicken, blue cheese, and celery! The ultimate game day food! We have been watching A LOT of basketball this month. March Madness is in full force and we have been cheering on our favorite teams and routing for the underdogs! It’s been a crazy tournament this year. My bracket isn’t doing very well, but neither is Josh’s so we are even and still enjoying the games:)...
Chickpea Shawarma Bowls By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Chickpea Shawarma Bowls-Middle-Eastern inspired bowls are great for easy dinners and can be meal prepped in advance for simple grab and go lunches! We just shared 25 Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipes that we know you will love. It is always nice to have a solid list of easy dinner recipes on hand, especially during the busy back to school season....
Chimichurri Chicken By Maria Lichty Published on August 05, 2024 Quick Summary Chimichurri Chicken- chicken is marinated in a simple homemade Chimichurri Sauce , then grilled and topped with more of that delicious tangy herb sauce. An easy dinner for summertime or anytime! Pin this now to find it later Chimichurri sauce is a tangy herb sauce that is great with meats, grilled or roasted vegetables , steak tacos , potatoes , and more....
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Frozen Yogurt By Maria Lichty Published on August 10, 2012 It’s August, it’s hot, and you need a sweet cool down treat! So today I give you Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Frozen Yogurt. I could live off of frozen yogurt in the summer time. It always hits the spot. And if you are thinking you don’t have time to make homemade frozen yogurt, think again! This recipe is super easy....
Coconut Lime Chicken By Maria Lichty Published on September 18, 2024 Quick Summary Coconut Lime Chicken- tender, juicy chicken pieces covered in a creamy coconut lime sauce with ginger, garlic, and fresh herbs. You can have this delicious meal on the dinner table in under 30 minutes! Serve with rice and your favorite vegetable. Pin this now to find it later Are you looking for an EASY, delicious dinner that the entire family will love?...
Coconut Lime Macaroons with White Chocolate By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 I am feeling a little better and have been able to bake a few things, but I am not 100% yet. I am slowly making my way back into the kitchen. Luckily, Josh has not lost his desire to cook, bake, and eat. He told me he had an idea for a new cookie for the blog-Coconut Lime Macaroons with White Chocolate....
Curry Lentil Soup By Maria Lichty Updated February 22, 2024 Quick Summary Curry Lentil Soup- this easy, one pot, curry lentil soup is creamy, comforting, nourishing, and most importantly DELICIOUS! The perfect meal for a cold day or any day! Do you cook with lentils? I love them. If you haven’t tried them, don’t be intimidated. They are easy to cook, affordable, and a great source of protein, fiber, iron, and folate....
Date Shake By Maria Lichty Published on June 13, 2025 Quick Summary This healthy Date Shake is creamy, sweet, and super easy to make. It’s made with Medjool dates, frozen banana, almond butter, and almond milk—no ice cream or added sugar needed. A scoop of protein powder makes it more filling, and a little cinnamon and sea salt take the flavor to the next level. Great for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert....
