Deconstructed Burrito Bowls on Studio 5

This recipe is a family favorite at my house, for dinner and meal prepping alike. These deconstructed burrito bowls are perfect for your kids to get involved with you in the kitchen.  I love that everyone is happy, everyone has their favorite toppings, and everyone finishes their meal without complaints.  Which is every mom’s happiest…

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Wintertime Stew on Studio 5

Hey! Instant Pot lovers!!! This wintertime stew is simply the best. It’s easy, takes just minutes to throw together and you’ve got a meal in 1 hour, that tastes like you’ve slaved all day to prepare. Have I got a great recipe for you to try. If you don’t have an Instant Pot, then just…

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Coconut Key Lime no bake cheesecakes

Day 2: Recipes for Cinco de Mayo You had me a coconut and key lime. This no bake dessert is perfect for ANYTIME. Really. These no bake cheesecakes, not too sweet, not too tart. Just perfection in a small glass. I like to use these mini trifle bowls. But any small glass or jar you…

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Simple Guacamole

Avocado. Not only is it beautiful to look at (one of my favorite colors in the entire food world) it’s a great base for so many recipe ideas. Guacamole. It’s always the star of the party, the first dish to get scraped clean with a tortilla chip. Make this recipe your family favorite this summer.…

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PBB & J Muffins (Peanut Butter, Banana & Jelly)

I’m always on the lookout for great after school snacks for the kiddos. And this one was really fabulous. Tasted like a PB & J- with a little bit of healthy stuff thrown in for good measure. The sweetness of the bananas, allows me to add almost no sugar, and I’m a huge fan of…

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Meyer Lemon Cream Puff

My mind is on Easter and spring. And lemon themed desserts are great for these two important occasions. Meyer Lemon Cream Puff 1 cup water 1/2 cup butter Pinch of salt 1 cup sifted flour 4 eggs 1 pint heavy cream 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 pkg. instant lemon pudding (powder only) 2 tbsp. Meyer…

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A baby update…

Here’s our little bun in the oven. I thought I’d give you an update as to my latest project. He’s so cute… and getting bigger everyday. Just about 3 months left until I can hold him….. I’m starting to nest already. Making freezer meals, jams and jellies, and of course, being totally exhausted.   And…

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A week with my sister!

We’re lucky. All of our kids get along really well, and they all love to swim. Most of our days were spent by the pool. Keeping cool from the scorching heat. And when Heidi’s in town, we put her nursing skills to work. Here she is removing Papa’s stitches. And we all watched. Except my…

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