Snickerdoodle Blondies with Cinnamon Chips By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Happy St. Patrick’s Day. Sorry I didn’t make anything green to celebrate. I would like to say Happy Birthday to my Grandpa! He is 94 today!! Snickerdoodle Blondie recipes have been popping up all over the place. I have been wanting to make them ever since I saw them on Ingrid’s blog: 3 B’s…Baseball, Baking , & Books. I love snickerdoodle cookies!...
Split Pea Soup By Maria Lichty Updated April 06, 2021 Quick Summary Loaded with nutritious veggies and bright color, this Split Pea Soup is a classic that’s perfect for chilly days and weeknights that call for comfort food! It is also a great recipe to use up leftover ham! Pin this now to find it later Let’s talk soup ! It is one of my favorite things to make during the cold months....
Stovetop Avocado Mac and Cheese By Maria Lichty Updated April 09, 2020 My avocado obsession continues, this time with Stovetop Avocado Mac and Cheese ! If you like our Creamy Avocado Pasta , you will love this decadent macaroni and cheese. It is basically the same delicious pasta, but kicked up a notch. Josh thought I was a little looney when I told him what we were having for dinner, but after one bite, he was in mac and cheese heaven....
Strawberry Sour Cream Ice Cream By Maria Lichty Updated October 03, 2023 Summer is in full swing and that means it is ice cream season. I love making homemade ice cream, it is the BEST! This Strawberry Sour Cream Ice Cream from David Lebovitz’s book, The Perfect Scoop , is perfection! It is soooo creamy and the perfect recipe for strawberry season. Use the ripest, juiciest, strawberries you can find for the best strawberry flavor....
Tortellini Vegetable Soup By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 The weather is finally cooler here in Utah. We had a good rainstorm over the weekend that brought cooler temperatures and it looks like they are here to stay. I am not a fan of the cold, but I don’t mind the fall’s chilly, brisk air. I love wearing jeans, sweatshirts/sweaters, and wrapping up in blankets. I also like making foods that warm the soul and this soup certainly does that....
Vegetable Lime Chickpea Chili By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Last week packed up our mini-van and drove to Illinois to visit my family. Josh helped my dad with a home renovation project while I spent most of my time in the kitchen. I was much more useful in the kitchen. I don’t do so well with sheetrock, sanding, and painting. I don’t think the guys minded because every time they came into the kitchen they had something yummy to sample....
25 Pasta Salad Recipes to Make All Summer Long By Maria Lichty Updated June 11, 2025 Quick Summary Pasta Salad Recipes- these quick and easy pasta salad recipes are perfect for parties, cookouts, picnics, and potlucks! They can be served as a side dish or main dish and are sure to be a crowd pleaser! You will make these easy pasta salads all summer long! Are you looking for the BEST pasta salad recipe to take to your next BBQ, party, picnic, or potluck?...
8 Easy Chicken Salad Recipes Perfect for Meal Prep By Maria Lichty Published on September 17, 2025 Quick Summary Looking for fresh, easy, and protein-packed chicken salad recipes? You’re in the right place! I’ve rounded up the BEST chicken salad recipes that are perfect for lunches, meal prep, sandwiches, wraps, and more. These recipes are loaded with flavor, simple to make, and sure to become your go-to meals all week long....
Bacon, Potato, and Egg Casserole By Maria Lichty Updated December 21, 2023 Quick Summary Bacon Potato, and Egg Casserole – this easy breakfast casserole is packed with bacon, potatoes, and cheese! It can be prepared ahead of time and is a real crowd pleaser! Christmas Morning Breakfast Casserole Christmas morning isn’t Christmas morning unless I am eating one of my dad’s famous homemade cinnamon rolls . They are a family tradition....
Black Bean Enchiladas By Maria Lichty Published on April 26, 2021 Quick Summary Black Bean Enchiladas- easy enchiladas filled with black beans, cheese, and enchilada sauce. This simple and satisfying vegetarian meal is a weeknight dinner favorite! Serve with your favorite toppings and Mexican side dishes. Pin this now to find it later When we need a quick and easy dinner, we often make Black Bean Enchiladas . The entire family loves this enchilada recipe, and they are easy to put together....
Blackberry Lime Muffins By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 “Do you know the muffin man?” I have that nursery rhyme stuck in my head this morning, because blackberry lime muffins are on my mind. I recently made these muffins for Josh and he declared them a new favorite. I think you will agree, these blackberry lime muffins are a real treat. I usually don’t bake breakfast treats on weekdays because of time and I like to eat oatmeal , but muffins are the exception....
Broccoli Pasta By Maria Lichty Published on January 23, 2023 Quick Summary Broccoli Pasta- This creamy, cheesy broccoli pasta takes less than 30 minutes to make and is a family favorite! It’s the perfect easy weeknight meal! We love making pasta , especially on busy weeknights. A few favorites include: pasta primavera , cacio e pepe , 5-ingredient spinach parmesan pasta , lemon spaghetti , and chicken penne pasta ....
Brown Butter Pumpkin Chocolate Chunk Bars By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Brown Butter Pumpkin Chocolate Chunk Bars with sea salt are the perfect Dessert for fall! The brown butter makes these easy pumpkin bars extra special! Ultimate Pumpkin Dessert If you are a pumpkin fan, you are in for a real treat today because I am sharing the ultimate pumpkin dessert, Brown Butter Pumpkin Chocolate Chunk Bars. How good do they sound?...
Caprese Garlic Bread By Maria Lichty Updated April 09, 2020 A simple recipe for Caprese Garlic Bread, the best garlic bread you will ever eat! Garlic bread has always been a staple in our home. Growing up, my dad would make garlic bread to go with every Italian meal. My dad’s lasagna, spaghetti, and ravioli always had garlic bread on the side. Carb overload? Maybe, but I never complained. Now, every time I am make an Italian meal, I ask Josh if he wants garlic bread to go with....
Caprese Pizza By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Caprese Pizza-pizza topped with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil and a balsamic glaze. You can’t go wrong with a classic Caprese Pizza! On Wednesday, we shared our favorite Easy Whole Wheat Pizza Dough Recipe and today we are sharing the pizza we made with that special dough. Put your hands up in the air and wave them like you just don’t care for Caprese Pizza !...
Caramelized Onion Dip By Maria Lichty Updated February 10, 2019 Caramelized Onion Dip-this is the BEST onion dip and the perfect appetizer or snack for any party! It is always a crowd pleaser! Best Onion Dip If you are looking for the perfect dip to take to all of your holiday parties, I’ve got you covered. This easy Caramelized Onion Dip is the BEST dip for any party. Our friends and family love this dip and always request it....
Chocolate Dipped Toffee Shortbread By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Chocolate Dipped Toffee Shortbread-buttery, crisp toffee shortbread dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with toffee! These cookies are perfect for the holidays! I’ve baked A LOT of cookies over the years. I bake all year long, but I go cookie crazy during the holidays. I have my favorite Christmas cookie recipes that I bake every holiday season, but I love coming up with a few new cookie recipes....
Chocolate Nutella Cookies By Maria Lichty Updated March 26, 2019 Tomorrow is a big day! It is my 29th birthday and World Nutella Day. I feel very special that they chose my birthday to honor one of my favorite treats…ha! I believe in celebrating birthdays all weekend long, so let’s get this party started! We are kicking off the celebration with Chocolate Nutella Cookies. These chocolate cookies might look plain and simple, but I promise they are very special....
Chocolate Sour Cream Bundt Cake By Maria Lichty Updated March 05, 2020 This easy Chocolate Bundt Cake is the BEST chocolate cake recipe! This bundt cake always gets rave reviews because it is easy to make, moist, and perfect for any celebration. You will love this easy homemade chocolate cake! The Best Chocolate Bundt Cake Recipe My birthday is tomorrow and Valentine’s Day is next week which means it’s time to celebrate…with chocolate....
Chocolate Toffee Brownie Bites By Maria Lichty Updated November 10, 2017 I recently won a chocolate giveaway from Cake… or Death? I was SO excited when the mail arrived on Friday. My chocolate dreams came true! Liz sent me several bars of E. Guitard chocolate. The big bars are going to be great for baking and the mini bars are so cute…perfect for sampling!! Thanks Liz for the fabulous giveaway!! We love your blog!...
