What’s more, we’ve got other posts planned over the next month to share behind the scenes from the book development process, so this is just post #1! What have we been up to? We’ve been pretty quiet since we revealed the cover back in April, but time flies! It’s hard to believe we’ll be in 2023 soon. (Side note: my and Sarah’s childhoods called—our memories may now be classified as a “period film....
Posted Jul 28, 2017, Updated Sep 02, 2020 I have been writing this post since well before sweet Mara was born. I want to be as helpful as possible to all of you lovely ladies out there {new moms, seasoned moms and those who are hopeful that motherhood is in your future}! So grab a cup of coffee and settle in, because I’m about to tell you everything I know about Thriving Postpartum: What to Expect & Postpartum Essentials for Mom…after having four kids!...
Posted Aug 04, 2023, Updated Sep 13, 2024 This Vanilla Bundt cake is easy to make from scratch! It’s moist with a perfect crumb and just the right amount of sweetness. Serve it with some fresh berries, homemade whipped cream and the delicious glaze for a tried and true summertime dessert! Vanilla Bundt Cake: Ingredients & Substitutions All-purpose flour. Cake flour or bread flour can be used in place of all-purpose flour....
Using the microwave, this recipe makes a light and fluffy cake in minutes, perfect for a quick last minute treat! Ingredients for Vanilla Mug Cake Dry Ingredients: All-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder are added for the right texture, structure, and flavor. Wet Ingredients: Sugar and butter bring a moist and sweet flavor and the milk adds creaminess. For the best vanilla flavor, use pure vanilla extract, Mexican vanilla extract, or vanilla paste....
Posted Nov 26, 2021, Updated Jun 23, 2024 There’s something about the combination of white chocolate and cranberry that is perfect for the holiday season. Whether it’s the colors or the flavors or both, these white chocolate cranberry cookies are a delicious treat to make during the most wonderful time of the year! These White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies are crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, buttery and sweet....
Classic British ‘yorkies’ only need eggs, milk, flour, and fat, and a little technique to get impressively puffed-up puddings perfect for serving alongside roast beef. What is Yorkshire Pudding? Similar to American popovers, British Yorkshire pudding is a savory, buttery, baked pudding made with eggs, milk, flour, and fat. Yorkshire puddings puff up as they bake, giving each one a unique appearance while remaining soft in the center. These are perfect for sopping up gravy and sauces and dunking into soups and stews....
There were so many unfamiliar ingredients (e.g., kimchi, all those various pastes and sauces, etc. etc.) and such an abundance of dishes (the banchan alone is enough to make any well meaning at home cook throw up their hands and pony up $50 instead) that I didn’t even know where to start. But as many of you have probably experienced on this blog, those seemingly out-of-reach dishes and recipes are often easier than your overburdened Seamless order history/takeout menu drawer could have hoped....
It was actually supposed to coincide with Kaitlin’s birthday, but in a rather unfortunate twist of fate, she got sick in the few days before we were supposed to leave. We tried to cancel, but our Airbnb policy didn’t allow us to, so my mom, Justin, and I drove up to Canada while my sister moved into the guest cottage (i.e. the sick bay) and my dad stayed to take care of her....
There is truly no smell as amazing as fresh warm bread or rolls coming out of the oven! I remember coming home from school to the smell of freshly baked buns or bread, ready and waiting as the perfect after school snack! To this day when I smell fresh baking, I am immediately transported to that happy time and place of my childhood. Fast forward to today with busy work schedules, running to kids activities and trying to simply keep up with life, it is difficult to put together a meal – let alone add on the extras!...
An air fryer roasts almost any veggie perfectly in just minutes and cleanup is a total breeze. Why We Love Air Fryer Green Beans In case you haven’t noticed, I’m obsessed with my air fryer (I have this air fryer here). It’s perfect for so many meats and mains but also makes the best roasted veggies. We love air fryer green beans because they are so incredibly simple. They’re great as a side dish but also make a satisfying snack!...
Topped with teriyaki grilled chicken thighs or Asian beef skewers, this salad makes for a filling meal on its own. It also makes a great slaw for burgers or hot dogs! It’s great with practically anything! What’s in Chopped Salad? As you’d imagine… a variety of chopped veggies! Chopped salads can be any combo of flavors and veggies (I have a great marinated salad I love too). This recipe beats anything you can buy pre-made at the store....
Just cut it in half and bake it in the oven. You can serve it sliced or mashed and add butter, salt, or other seasonings. Not only is this side dish healthy and simple, it also freezes well! More Squash Recipes You’ll Love © SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited....
I have three words for these Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings: Finger. Lickin’. Good. That’s literally all I have to say. Just make them and you’ll know what I mean. Oh yes, and these chicken wings are baked, very easy to make and could be one of the best “things” your guests remember the next day after your next weekend gathering or superbowl party! This baked chicken wing recipe is incredibly easy and very quick to make....
They taste almost a bit like apples (but not quite!) and can be used in anything from appetizers and main dishes to desserts. Why You’ll Love Roasted Grapes Can I just say this unusual dish is one you must try once! Fresh, red, green, or purple grapes have a sweet tangy burst of flavor but once oven-baked, they become sweet and juicy. We love to pair them with cheeses or even serve with pork tenderloin or chops....
Try these lightly seasoned boneless pork chops, brushed with tangy BBQ sauce and grilled to juicy perfection. What You’ll Need Pork Chops: Look for thicker boneless chops around ¾” that are about the same size so they cook evenly. Bone-in pork chops will work, too, and if you have thinner chops, be sure not to overcook them. (See recipe notes for suggested cooking times) BBQ Sauce: Use your favorite flavor of BBQ sauce (I love this one) or DIY your own for tasty homemade flavor....
Some Brief Nostalgia I remember we used to make this dish regularly when I was working as a teenager in upstate New York at my parents’ Chinese restaurant. Despite being an old favorite, somewhere along the way, this dish went out of vogue with Chinese restaurants. Perhaps it was because most restaurants would use canned mushrooms that resulted in a rubbery stir fry, or maybe the fresh mushrooms were better used elsewhere....
Posted Aug 12, 2018, Updated Aug 01, 2024 Pasta salad is a quintessential barbecue side dish, and this this pasta salad recipe with homemade dressing is truly the best. It’s always the hit of the party, and a must make for any summer gathering. It’s my go-to whenever we’re pulling out the grill to feed a crowd (also try lemon pasta salad and caprese pastas salad) This pasta salad recipe is full of fresh summer veggies, features roasted baby tomatoes, and is tossed with a homemade dressing that is out of this world!...
In this quick article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about this ingredient and how it’s used in Chinese cooking. What Is Black Bean Garlic Sauce? Black bean garlic sauce (suàn róng dòuchǐ jiàng, 蒜蓉豆豉酱) is made from grinding salted/fermented black soybeans with garlic and other seasonings. Rather than using whole fermented black beans and hand-chopped garlic to make a dish, this sauce comes ready to use. How Is It Used?...
Posted Apr 08, 2020, Updated Oct 30, 2024 There’s nothing more therapeutic than making a homemade pie from scratch. I usually wait until the kids are in bed, turn on some music and drift away into my own little pie-making world, in which the only two inhabitants are me, and the glorious fruit-filled pastry before me. One of my favorites is this blueberry pie recipe. It’s literally the best blueberry pie ever, and is a great way to use fresh blueberries when they’re in season, but you can also use frozen blueberries....
Smoothies are a great way to enjoy a healthy meal on the go and the perfect solution to a busy morning. Fave Blueberry Smoothie The best blueberry smoothie is thick, rich and full of fruity flavor. Full-fat yogurt and bananas make this rich and creamy! FRUIT – Bananas are a natural thickener (and sweetener) for smoothies. I always keep some in the freezer which helps keep the consistency nice and thick....
