Food Recipes

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 …

Today I’m sharing 8 breakfast ideas that you can make overnight in your refrigerator. Because lets face it, we don’t all have time to make a hearty, nutritious, and filling breakfast each morning! These are amazing ideas and will have you prepared and feeling great for the rest of the day! Avocado Lime Mousse. This raw …

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 …

The Christmas holiday is right around the corner so I headed back to WBTV Charlotte this morning to talk about how to make the holiday table fun for the kids. Here are the tips that I shared on-air. Whether they help pick the color scheme, set the table or craft the centerpiece, let kids have a …

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 …

I love all the flavors of fall. I seriously can’t get enough. Then again, I’m hardly alone. It’s hard to miss the pumpkin-flavored everything extravaganza that happens come October. But what if you want to indulge in fall flavors without packing on the pounds? How about Fall smoothies? I’ve started making some amazing fall-flavored smoothies …

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 …

Have you made Grilled Cheese Sticks and Tomato Soup Shooters for your kids? It’s taken me a few years to get it, but I’ve learned that presentation is everything when serving my children a new food. If it looks fun and appetizing, they’re ten times more likely to give it a go. If it looks …

I first fell in love with Italian caprese salad when I was working at a little Italian restaurant in Portland. The mix of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil and balsamic quickly became a favorite of mine. Those flavors meld together like no other and caprese salad quickly became one of those dishes where I just can’t stop refilling …