I don’t know about you, but pasta is my ultimate comfort food. There’s nothing like sitting on the couch in your favorite “loungewear” with a big old bowl of some kind of noodles in one hand and a fork in the other, about to watch …
What’s even better than biting into a delicious cookie? How about biting into a cookie and discovering something sweet, creamy, gooey, or crunchy inside — that’s different but has a flavor and texture that goes perfectly with the rest of the cookie? Below are 27 …
Summer is finally here and you know what that means – it’s time to chow down on some sweet and juicy corn on the cob. I always get a kick out of going to the grocery store and seeing a bunch of people crowded around …
I’m sure that you know how smart it is to made a huge batch of something when you cook. After doubling a recipe is much easier and much less work than cooking the same meal twice. The problem with leftovers is that … sometimes they …
If you’re looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe that’s sure to satisfy, smoked sausage is a great ingredient to work with. Not only is it flavorful and versatile, but it’s also easy to cook and can be used in a variety of dishes. …
Are you a chocolate lover looking for quick and easy dessert recipes that won’t break the bank or require a lot of time in the kitchen? Look no further! We’ve got you covered with a collection of delicious chocolate desserts made with only 3 simple …
When it comes to preparing a delicious and satisfying meal, choosing the right side dish can make all the difference. One of our go-to choices is mashed potatoes because they’re not only creamy and comforting, but they also pair well with various main dishes. (Plus …
I don’t know about you, but when I think “comfort food,” I immediately think pasta. Give me a nice, wide bowl of some sort of noodles, and I’m set. Cooking with cream of mushroom soup and pasta is a super easy (no pun intended) way …
Birthdays are a special day (no matter how old we are!) As a parent, you want to make your child’s special and memorable right from the start … but you also don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. One really simple yet creative breakfast …
Last summer I took a Spanish class in Costa Rica, and during one class the teacher called on me and asked me to name something we disliked. It was such a broad question that I fumbled for a moment, and then shrugged and said, “No …
I don’t know about you, but spaghetti and meatballs is one of my family’s favorite meals. And I always make more than I need. After all, making one double (or triple!) batch of anything is a lot less work than making one bunch twice. So …
As I’m sure you already know, one of the secrets to cooking is to always make extras. Doubling a recipe gives you double the meals without doubling the work. And if you’re really smart (and to be honest, I’m usually not), you’ll always make double …
There are two basic ways a blogger can choose a topic for an article: Find something you really like and have a lot of experience with, and share your expertise with others Find something that you know nothing about, do some research on, and then …
Since this easy spaghetti recipe is one of my most popular posts, I thought I’d follow it up with a post of the best sides to serve with spaghetti. These 43 recipes includes various salads, roasted and steamed veggies, soft pretzels (great for dipping in …
If you’re looking for fun activities to countdown the days til your family’s Disney World trip, then eating “Mickey Mouse food” is a great choice. Even if you’re not planning a Disney trip anytime soon … go ahead and make some Disney treats anyway! It’s …
Can you put raw pasta in a slow cooker? You sure can. This recipe for crockpot spaghetti is probably my husband’s favorite dinner, and it’s super-easy. What makes this recipe unique and pretty cool is that you put the uncooked noodles straight into the crockpot. …
Whether you’ve been to Disney World or not, you’ve heard people speak of the “Dole Whip,” often with a touch of love and longing in their voice. In this post we’ll cover some important facts about the Dole Whip, all the places where you can …
What’s even better than cake and cupcakes? How about Disney cake and cupcakes? Whether you’re planning a mouse-themed birthday party for one of your kids, getting in the mood for your family’s next Disney World Trip, or just want a fun activity to do with …
It started a few weeks ago I went out to breakfast with my oldest two kids and ordered a Belgian waffle with strawberries (and a Toffee Crunch Latte). It was good. Like, really good. And I couldn’t help thinking, “We need to get a good …
If you’ve ever eaten at Chef Mickey’s at the Contemporary Resort, Crystal Palace in the Magic Kingdom, or Tusker House at Disney World, you probably know how fun Mickey Mouse waffles can be. But unfortunately, most of us don’t live at Disney World, so …
Part of the fun of going to Disney World is the anticipation. Whenever we have a Disney trip planned, our family spends months preparing for it by watching videos, reading restaurant reviews, and buying unique things that we need for the trip. One way to …
A Minnie Mouse waffle maker is an easy and fairly inexpensive kitchen tool that can help create endless fun family breakfasts. Whether you’re building anticipation for a future Disney trip, wanting to preserve fond memories of a past trip, or simply love Minnie, this waffle …
Our church has a Christmas cookie sale every year in early December. People sign up to bring several dozen cookies and all the proceeds from the sale go to MUST Ministries, an organization that provides things like groceries, hot meals, emergency shelter, and clothing to …
This recipe for African Peanut Stew has such a bizarre combination of ingredients that it feels like someone closed their eyes and started randomly grabbing things out of the fridge and pantry. Apple juice with tomatoes and … peanut butter?? But however weird it may …
My husband Rob, who has always really loved the Belgian Waffles at La Quinta, bought a waffle maker a couple weeks ago. Unfortunately, he was not pleased with the waffles — he said they were tasteless and bland, and not nearly as good as La …
[This was originally written when I was researching which rice cooker to buy. After doing some preliminary research, the Aroma appealed to the most, so I drilled down and did the following research on it, then decided to purchase it. You can scroll down to …