{Breakfast Hot Ham & Cheese}

My sister-in-law, Jaena, gave me this recipe and although I typically go for the sweet breakfast dishes, I loved this SaVoRy one.  If you love Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwiches, you have to try this breakfast version! Breakfast Hot Ham & Cheese Ingredients 12 slices of bread 1 /4 pound thinnly sliced ham {I likeContinue reading “{Breakfast Hot Ham & Cheese}”

Super Easy Spinach Ball Recipe

I tried these spinach balls at a Christmas party and just had to get the recipe.  They were DeLicIoUs and I was thrilled to find out how EaSy they were to make!  They are now my “go to” recipe when I need to bring an appetizer anywhere and am short on time! Spinach Balls Recipe:Continue reading “Super Easy Spinach Ball Recipe”

Valentine’s Day Tradition–German Chocolate Cake w/ Homemade Frosting

The one thing I associate with VaLenTine’s DAy is German Chocolate Cake with a homemade frosting.  For as long as I can remember, my Mom made my Dad this double layered heart shaped cake for Valentine’s Day.  It is his favorite cake and we only had it once a year!  What fond memories I have ofContinue reading “Valentine’s Day Tradition–German Chocolate Cake w/ Homemade Frosting”

{Valentine’s Day Popcorn Balls}

Here is a twist on popcorn balls! My dad would make these popcorn balls on a cold, winter night as the family was hanging out together.  He would whip them up in no time flat!  They were such a treat!!  Here is his recipe.  I’ve just added Valentine’s Day conversation hearts.  Enjoy!! {Popcorn Balls} Ingredients:Continue reading “{Valentine’s Day Popcorn Balls}”

Stacy’s {Winning} Cheese-y Potato Soup

This past December, the high school where I previously taught, had a soup ThRoWdOwN {not sure exactly what they called it} amongst their staff.  A friend & former colleague of mine, StAcY, won the contest.  I asked her if she would mind me sharing her prize-winning recipe.  Here it is: Stacy’s Cheese-y Potato Soup Ingredients: Potatoes (8-10 medium) 1 cup heavyContinue reading “Stacy’s {Winning} Cheese-y Potato Soup”

Live-It: Simplify Meal Planning w/ an Easy and Affordable Recipe Book

One of my liVe-iT liSt items is making meal planning more of a priority (but in a way that doesn’t require much work)!  If you are anything like me, when you go to your recipes it may look something like this: So how did I fix this problem?! I bought some protective sleeves (made for 5×7Continue reading “Live-It: Simplify Meal Planning w/ an Easy and Affordable Recipe Book”

Easy Black Bean Party Dip

Need a new idea for a dip/appetizer for your Holiday parties?  You MuSt try this one! It is so EaSy to make and is always a crowd pleaser! 1 can shoe peg corn 2 cans black beans – drained 1 bunch green onions (scallions) – chopped fine 1/2 cup red onion – chopped fine 1 medium green pepperContinue reading “Easy Black Bean Party Dip”

Homemade Hot Chocolate & Live-It List Idea

Is one of your Live-It list items to start a new family tradition?  How about putting this YuMmY hot chocolate in thermal mugs for the family to sip on while driving around to see Christmas lights!  I bet it would be something the kids would look forward to every year! This homemade hot chocolate recipeContinue reading “Homemade Hot Chocolate & Live-It List Idea”

Christmas Cookies

Marble Chocolate Cookie Bark by Lara I LoVe these Marble cookies because they are super fast to make and a great way to use your leftover almond bark and oreos!  Put them in a clear container and it makes a pretty gift too! ~Lara 2 Tbsp. peanut butter 1 pkg. (6 squares) White Almond Bark, melted 10Continue reading “Christmas Cookies”