Recipe Box, Easy Slow Cooker Potato Soup

Thoughts of St. Patrick’s Day inspired me to make a potato soup This is perfect for busy week nights which are Tuesdays and Thursdays at our house Big E has lacrosse practice from 6-7:30 pm, right in the middle of dinner hour Something made in the crock pot is perfect Super Teen and I can … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Puff Pastry Chicken Tart with Asparagus & Bacon

I had some grilled chicken and a jar of Alfredo sauce in the refrigerator leftover from a recent Chicken Alfredo meal HHjr makes this regularly because it’s easy and his boys love it I think its fun to create something from leftovers that is entirely different from the original meal~ and this tart was born! … Continue reading

Recipe Box, Cheesy Pepperoni Rolls

These tasty rolls are a combo of pizza and sliders~ Pepperoni, and cheese are tucked into slider buns, instead of on top a pizza crust, with the sauce served on the side for dipping or spooning over the top They are made with King’s Hawaiian rolls, garlic seasoning, pepperoni, butter, and Italian cheeses King’s Hawaiian … Continue reading

Fearless Friday, Fast & Loose Flower

Today we’re going to paint an easy flower that anyone can paint! It begins with small drops of watercolor in alternating colors forming a small circle I used yellow and orange Load a small brush with watercolor by dipping it with just a bit of clear water and a lot of paint so the dots … Continue reading

Tablescapes, A Breath of Spring

I’m bringing you a breath of Spring today with a pretty pink flower array 🌸🌷🌸 There are also MacKenzie-Childs things on display A silly goose came out to play and an egg hints that Easter is on the way! There’s also a painting on the back of the door I can’t believe I’ve never thought … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Grape and Pear Salad with Pecans, Cranberries and Bleu Cheese

This salad is made with a little of this and a little of that from what I had on hand in the pantry and fridge Red and green seedless grapes, candied pecans, dried cranberries, bleu cheese crumbles, and pears It’s tossed with a Maple Mustard dressing for a sweet and savory delicious salad! It’s fast … Continue reading

Party Panache, Ritz Cracker Sandwiches

I have seen lots of recipes for Ritz Cracker Sandwiches floating around Pinterest and I wanted to give them a try They are delightful bites, and lighter than little sandwiches on buns like sliders You can make them in many different ways I used ham, salami, pepperoni and Manchego cheese with a butter Dijon sauce … Continue reading

Fearless Friday, Birthday Dishes

This week has gotten away from me, with watching the Super Bowl, Mardi Gras, and Valentine’s Day… Valentine’s Day is my son’s birthday and we had quite a celebration which involved the delivery of a new truck! So being in the birthday mood right now, I am re-sharing cute birthday things that anyone can paint … Continue reading

Throwback Thursday, Pear, Bacon & Bleu Flatbread

This flatbread is topped with one of my favorite combos, bacon, bleu cheese & fresh pears Sweet, salty, cheesey! The flatbread also gets a big flavor boost from caramelized onions and roasted garlic The first step is to form the crust by stretching the pizza dough into a rectangle on a sheet pan, drizzle it … Continue reading

Bunny Hat Wreath

It’s time for the February edition of the Monthly Creative Craft Hop A big thank you to Sara of Birdz of a Feather for being our hostess! Welcome readers, friends and visitors from Decorate and More with Tip Didn’t you love her cute soap dish! I’ve been dreaming of Spring and today I’m sharing a … Continue reading