Hi there Reader -- Here's the latest (and greatest 😉) recipe from my site. Whether it's a brand-new recipe or a post that I've updated with new and helpful information, photos, a video, etc., I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed creating it! Samantha Looking for more? Click HERE to see all my recipes. {BRAND NEW RECIPE} Easy Party Punch with Ice Ring (Mock Champagne) This simple, refreshing, non-alcoholic “mock champagne” is made with three ingredients and fancied up with an ice ring for...
3 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Hard to believe another year is coming to a close! 💥 Whether you're ringing in the New Year at home or celebrating at a party with family and/or friends, the evening is always more festive when there are delectable (and easy!) party appetizers, dips, desserts, and drinks to enjoy! 🎉 🥂 Our family always enjoys a New Year's Eve spread of appetizers, a cheese board, some sweet treats, and fun drinks all evening. 🥳 So I've assembled all of my best cocktails, mocktails, snacks, and...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Happy last week of 2025 Reader! I hope your holidays were wonderful and that you have a few days of relaxation ahead before ringing in the New Year! 🎆 🍾 I just wanted to quickly pop in today with some easy ideas for any leftover holiday ham or turkey that you may need to use up this week... 😉 Slow Cooker Ham + Bean SoupOne of the most popular soup recipes on the site, this hearty, wholesome, comforting crock pot recipe features creamy white beans and whatever ham you have on hand, from...
7 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! The countdown to Christmas is on! 🎅🏻 The stockings are hung🧦, the tree is decorated🎄, the holiday movies are on repeat, and we've been drinking eggnog like it's going out of style... 🤗 The only thing left to do is put together the *Ultimate* Christmas Dinner Menu! From delectable entrees and scrumptious side dishes to our favorite holiday-worthy drinks and desserts, here's everything you need for a memorable and delctable Christmas dinner! Slow Cooker Brown Sugar HamIf ham is on...
12 days ago • 4 min read
Here's what's been happening on the blog this week... (For this week's featured recipes, I'm sharing my top three holiday recipes that are currently receiving the most traffic...and they all have years of rave reviews!) Featured Recipes Holiday Honeycrisp Salad This gorgeous salad is full of flavor and texture, with fresh apple slices, crunchy toasted pecans, chewy dried cranberries, zippy blue cheese (or feta), and a tangy-sweet apple cider vinaigrette...AKA, the perfect Christmas salad!...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there Reader -- Here's the latest (and greatest 😉) recipe from my site. Whether it's a brand-new recipe or a post that I've updated with new and helpful information, photos, a video, etc., I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed creating it! Samantha Looking for more? Click HERE to see all my recipes. Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Busy mornings got you scrambling? Peanut Butter Overnight Oats are quick and easy to stir together the night before with just a few basic ingredients. Simply pop...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there Reader -- Here's the latest (and greatest 😉) recipe from my site. Whether it's a brand-new recipe or a post that I've updated with new and helpful information, photos, a video, etc., I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed creating it! Samantha Looking for more? Click HERE to see all my recipes. {BRAND NEW RECIPE} Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup This cozy, comforting soup features savory chicken, earthy wild rice, and tender veggies in a creamy and flavorful broth…and it's...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! The holiday countdown is on, friends! Whether hosting holiday guests or craving cozy December breakfasts or simply wanting a special treat on Christmas morning, you'll love these festive and delicious breakfast ideas. And for either celebrating at home or heading to a party, the scrumptious appetizers below would be perfect for Christmas, New Year's Eve, or ANY holiday get-together! Holiday Breakfast Ideas Eggnog French Toast BakeThis is my family's Christmas morning tradition!...
19 days ago • 3 min read
Here's what's been happening on the blog this week... Featured Recipes Gruyere Scalloped Potato Flan If you need an impressive potato dish for your Christmas dinner, this is it! Thinly sliced potatoes are layered with garlic and Gruyère cheese, drenched in cream, then baked, overturned, and sliced for an elegant presentation that's perfect for special occasions and holiday dinners! View the Recipe Pin to Save for Later Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Mushroom Gravy Tender, sautéed slices of...
21 days ago • 2 min read