Hearty and comforting, Easy Crockpot Potato Soup comes together quickly thanks to the use of frozen potatoes. This easy Crockpot Potato Soup is rich, hearty, creamy and tastes amazing when topped with bacon! I've seen it in an old Taste of Home magazine, church cookbooks … [Read more...]
Top Ten Tools for Spring Cleaning
These are my top ten tools for spring cleaning. I don't know about you, but I need all the help I can to get the job done! If I could afford it, I would hire someone to clean my house every week. I really hate cleaning. I used to do a much better job keeping my house … [Read more...]
Spinach Strawberry Salad with Honey Dijon Dressing
Spinach Strawberry Salad is the perfect side dish for spring and summer. It pairs perfectly with homemade honey Dijon dressing! I love a good salad! It's the perfect way to squeeze some more vegetables into your diet as well as stretch the meal a bit. I try to serve colorful … [Read more...]
Copycat Shamrock Shakes
Looking for a fun treat to enjoy for St. Patrick's Day? These Copycat Shamrock Shakes have only a few ingredients and are a breeze to make. It's that time of year again! McDonald's has the Shamrock Shake for sale for a limited time and my kids beg for one every time … [Read more...]
Lemon Bread: easy quick bread recipe
Lemon Bread is a sweet and tangy treat perfect for breakfast, tea time or dessert! Spending extra time at home means spending extra time in the kitchen. At least it does for me! And if I'm going to be in there, I would rather be baking something tasty like this easy Lemon Bread … [Read more...]
Creamy Orzo and Asparagus
An easy side dish that comes together in minutes, Creamy Orzo and Asparagus is the perfect addition to dinner this spring! The arrival of spring brings a new crop of vegetables, and asparagus is quickly becoming one of my favorites. My husband loves it, so I try to get … [Read more...]
Crockpot Express Lemon Curd
Crockpot Express Lemon Curd is a tangy and refreshing treat that's perfect for topping cheesecakes, filling pastry or just enjoying with a spoon! I've died and gone to lemony heaven. Some things you just don't know what you've been missing until you try them! This Crockpot … [Read more...]
Easter Word Search: 5 easy Easter activities for kids
Celebrate Easter with this colorful (free) Easter Word Search! It's good for your brain and fun for kids and grown-ups alike! Plus get 4 more great ideas for Easter fun. Charlie, our youngest, doesn't get as much homework as his older brothers do. He's also really into word … [Read more...]
Lemon Shake Ups
Make this refreshing state fair treat right at home! Lemon Shake Ups are the perfect drink for spring and summer. We are smack dab in the middle of lemon season and spring is in the air. OK, maybe not everywhere, but at least here in SoCal we are. The birds have been singing … [Read more...]
Shamrock Rice Krispies Treats
Sweet, chewy and crispy, Shamrock Rice Krispies Treats are a simple and delicious way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the kids! I was going to say, "Can you believe were already headed in March?" However, that's a terrible opening line, because YES. Yes I can believe we're … [Read more...]
Easy Easter Cupcakes: how to make small batch cupcakes
Looking for something to do with the kids over Spring Break? Make these Easy Easter Cupcakes and put some of that Easter candy to good use! Spring is here and Easter is right around the corner! I've been so caught up with creating new Crockpot Express Recipes that I let the next … [Read more...]
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Puffs
If you're looking for a great appetizer or perfect Easter side dish, these bacon wrapped asparagus puffs are the perfect fit! Try them with Pepper Jack cheese for a spicy twist! Bryce will often ask me, "Did you like _____ when you were a kid?" It's almost always a vegetable … [Read more...]