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“The only time to eat diet food is while you’re waiting for the steak to cook.” — Julia Child

Lemon BarsEats

Lemon Bars

Lemon bars are a delicious dessert that my entire family absolutely loves.  This recipe is made with a simple short bread crust, a creamy lemony filling, and a dusting of powdered sugar.  Lemon bars are perfect to make ahead of time for a special event, or just to satisfy a…
Michelle Tucker
March 20, 2023
Shishito PeppersEats

Shishito Peppers

Shishito Peppers I’m always on the lookout for healthy snacks. If they are both quick and easy to make, they get bonus points. Shishito peppers are just that: they’re heathy, quick, easy, and always delicious. What makes them even more interesting is that for every ten you eat, one of…
Michelle Tucker
February 7, 2023
five layer dipEats

Five Layer Dip

Five Layer Dip When it comes to chips and dip, all dips are not created equal.  This five layer dip stands head and shoulders above the rest. Trust me, it will be hard to go back to regular dip once you've had this five layer dip.  It's absolutely delicious, super…
Michelle Tucker
January 20, 2023
snowball cookiesEats

Snowball Cookies

Well, it is the holiday season once again. That means it is time to make cookies... lots and lots of cookies. It also means it is time to make one of my favorite seasonal cookies. Snowball cookies are my go-to Christmas cookie. They're easy to make and they are delicious. …
Michelle Tucker
December 20, 2022
Pecan English ToffeeEatsLifestyle

Pecan English Toffee

Editor's Note: This story was originally posted in November of 2020.  I added a video at the end and wanted to repost it.  Any time is a good time to this make toffee!  -- MichelleAs  a child I have fond memories my Grandpa making the most delicious pecan english toffee…
Michelle Tucker
December 8, 2022
skull cakeletsEatsLifestyle

Skull Cakelets

Sometimes an idea rattles around in your skull and you just have to get it out... irony intended! Skull cakelets are the perfect spooky treat for any Halloween celebration.  As if by some sort of Halloween magic, no sooner did I have the idea than I came across this skull…
Michelle Tucker
October 11, 2022
Pumpkin SpiceEatsLifestyle

Pumpkin Spice Steamed Milk

I usually don't like pumpkin spiced drinks. The ones that I've gotten at coffee shops are always too thick, too syrupy, and leave a weird after-taste in my mouth. So, I have to admit that I wasn't super excited when my daughter, Audrey, asked me to try her pumpkin spice…
Michelle Tucker
September 15, 2022
minestrone soupEats

Minestrone Soup

Minestrone Soup This is the time of year when my garden is exploding with fresh vegetables.  When I have more veggies than I know what to do with, I make Minestrone Soup.  It's my go-to dish because it is so easy, hearty, and delicious. Use what you have The great…
Michelle Tucker
August 23, 2022
GazpachoEats

Chunky Gazpacho

Editor's Note: This post was originally published July 8, 2019, and has been largely revamped with new photos and rewritten for better clarity and comprehension. -- Michelle When ever I have fresh garden vegetables, I love to make this chunky gazpacho.  It's one of my go-to recipes when I have…
Michelle Tucker
May 23, 2022