Valentine’s Day is less than a week away. If you’re still looking for a sweet way to say “I love you” to the special people in your life, nothing says it better than beautifully decorated Valentine’s Day Rose Cupcakes. The sugar crystals and gold pearls take it up a notch adding that elegant touch. Here …
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Rubina Umarji
Today is National Heavenly Hash Day! Some of you might be wondering, what exactly is Heavenly Hash? It kind of sounds like something that would be celebrated in Colorado and not really appropriate for a parenting blog! No need to worry, Heavenly Hash is actually a dessert that is either similar to Hawaiian Salad, with …
I love making these Cheesy Chicken Roll Ups when entertaining guests because they can be quickly prepped the night before and thrown into the oven 30 minutes before the guests arrive. This gives me time to tidy up and relax the day of the party so I can enjoy my time with my guests even …
Prepare yourself for a new type of French Toast: one that is taken up a notch with a spiced maple syrup! The subtle difference of infusing your maple syrup with fragrant spices such as cinnamon, star anise, peppercorns and cloves is what transforms a classic dish into a gourmet dish. The addition of orange zest adds an extra …
The beginning of the year always has mixed emotions for me: it’s a sad ending to a long holiday vacation but at the same time, I’m ready to get a fresh start to my usual routine. If you’re like me, your holiday diet has consisted of carbs, cheese, and a ton of sugar, and your body is …
Several years ago my husband and I had our anniversary dinner at the Montage Resort in Laguna Beach. Every bite of my meal was phenomenal but the cheese rolls that were brought out before the meal were especially memorable. They were not your typical cheese rolls. That light, soft and chewy texture with the fantastic melt in your mouth cheesiness has …
This week I decided to go through my freezer to use up anything I have so I can start the new year with a fresh start. I always have extra ingredients that I’m left with after baking that I throw into the freezer for later use and unfortunately, they are usually not found again until …
If you want to indulge in a chocolatey, oooey gooey, satisfying dessert but would like to eat clean, this Guilt-Free Chocolate Lava Cake will surely fulfill your desires. The texture is like a sponge cake with a creamy center that tastes like chocolate cake batter. This is my go-to recipe when I get those late night cravings …
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and like you, I can’t wait! It’s great to get together with friends and family, reflect and give thanks for all the blessings in your life, and the best part of all, eat good food!! When it comes to Thanksgiving dinner, I am a traditionalist. I don’t mind new …
Prepare yourselves: this homemade caramel corn recipe will make your mouth water! The combination of salty and sweet is irresistible, giving the perfect crunch without the chewiness so it won’t get stuck in your teeth. It’s a great snack for any occasion, whether you just want something to munch on while sitting in front of …
The Flourless Banana Chocolate Chip Muffin recipe I shared with you a few weeks ago seemed to be a big hit so I decided to try a new variation: Flourless Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins. Think of silky smooth Maple Cream Cheese Frosting atop marvelously moist Pumpkin Spiced Chocolate Chip Muffins that tickle your taste buds and keep you reaching for …
If you love pumpkin pie as much as I do, run to the store and get as many fresh pumpkins as you can and make this Maple Syrup Pumpkin Pie. Trust me, it’s worth it! This is not just any pumpkin pie, it’s a healthier twist on the much loved traditional dessert. It has that …