After last summer’s flop, this summer has to go out with a bang. It’s time to stretch out those BBQ-ing muscles and show off those new paper napkins you found on clearance at Home Goods in 2019. Heck, you’ll even take a shower. It’s going to be epic. Let’s do it! 1. Pico de Gallo …
My Stress Has Its Own Lockdown
I’m not scared. You’re scared. You thought I was crying? What? NO. It’s because I just thought of something really funny and my uncontrollable laughter is oozing out of my eyes in the form of salty liquid. In fact, I’m so freakin happy that I just did a jig in my kitchen [oh my god …
Peruvian Style Salsa Criolla
What’s better than crunchy red onions that are marinated in lime juice and give an amazing flavor punch to lots of meals? Salsa Criolla can be added to steak, fish, chicken, and potatoes. Just yesterday, I added them to some Greek style pulled pork that I served over rice. I’ve even put them on roasted …
Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken
This Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken is the perfect weeknight meal. It’s fast – the chicken thighs cook in 7 minutes! It’s delicious. It’s versatile. Serve over rice, pasta, or with a side of veggies or potatoes. I love my Instant Pot, but we fight constantly. Not like a down and out physical fight. More …
10 Last Minute Gift Ideas for People Who Love to Cook
You’re going to find something on this list. I just know it! And the clock is ticking… Christmas is tomorrow! Oh, it’s not? Tell that to the pit in my stomach that’s just hangin’ out down there because a) I’m stressed out, or b) because I seem to be living solely off of the nourishment …
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Pumpkin Banana Bread with Cinnamon Glaze
This moist pumpkin banana bread is spiced perfectly with ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves and covered in a decadent cinnamon glaze. This recipe has that wow factor that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. My favorite part is the surprise cinnamon and sugar layer in the middle! Because I’m not a fan of bananas, I’ll eat a …
Cinnamon Explosion Muffins
These cinnamon muffins are filled with cinnamon chips, a cinnamon and sugar layer baked right in, and finished with a crunchy cinnamon and sugar topping. This crumbly muffin cake goodness is exploding with lots of cinnamon flavor! When I lived in PA, I shopped at Wegmans, the greatest grocery store on earth. Let us take …
10 Summer Pool Party Recipes to Dive Into
Planning a pool party? Don’t sweat it. Ditch the grilled hot dogs and add some finesse to your gathering. RULES FOR READING THIS LIST Open a cool one. (I think they said that in the 70s) Ya know, a chilled beverage. A glass of rosé if you’re feeling fancy. A Coors Light if you’re casual, …
10 Spring Recipes You Need To Make Right Now
The weather is getting warmer in Phoenix. Whew! We had it pretty bad there for awhile. You East Coast peeps have no idea. I mean, the struggles us Arizonians go through is more than you can imagine! Don’t delete me from your life. I lived in PA for 10 years and I know how miserable …
Costa Rican Inspired Breakfast
What’s for breakfast? Cereal. Eggs. Toast. Chocolate cake. Ya know, the boring regular breakfast foods. Don’t you get tired of it? Aren’t you like why, oh why, must I eat chocolate cake for breakfast again?! Today, we’re going to spice things up with this Costa Rican Inspired Breakfast! It’s the type of thing you can …
Happy New Year – A New Kind of Era
I’ve decided it’s a new era. Things are gonna be different. You’ll see. Let’s pretend that Cooking Light Magazine is interviewing me. I heard narcissism is trending. Cooking Light: Wow, Deanna. Welcome back! It’s been a long time since you’ve posted anything on your website. It’s like a ghost town. Where have you been and …
Join Me for a Sugar-Free January!
Happy New Year! Let’s celebrate by continuing to eat all the leftover cookies and candy. Finish those bottles of wine. No problem, right? And yes, you WILL have a second helping of potatoes and pasta thank you very much. But then, on January 2 (or 3rd if you’re a procrastinator like me) let’s go sugar-free! …