I have a confession. I don’t own or use a microwave. That’s right, I don’t even use the microwave oven at work. I gave up my microwave a few years ago when I was moving across the country and didn’t want to travel with so much stuff. During that time, I had become accustomed to… Continue reading This is my Confession
Category: Me in the Kitchen
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A Sweet Birthday Treat: My First Watermelon Cake
Looking for a healthy birthday dessert? This light and refreshing watermelon cake is naturally sweet, low in sugar, and comes together in just 10 minutes.
Tomato Soup with Cheese Tortellini
Fast food doesn’t have to mean drive-thru. This 15-minute tortellini soup is just three ingredients, family-friendly, and the perfect cozy dinner for busy nights
Stuffed Veggie Pockets
These Stuffed Veggie Pockets are a simple, family-friendly recipe that looks fancy but uses everyday ingredients. Fresh zucchini, potatoes, onions, and tomatoes are wrapped in golden pastry for a savory hand pie that’s perfect for dinner, parties, or make-ahead meals. Easy to customize with your favorite vegetables and hard to mess up—this is one recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
Spaghetti Squash with Sauce: A Quick, Cozy Pasta Fix
Not pasta, but close enough. This easy spaghetti squash fix is light, tasty, and weeknight-friendly.
A Simple Cheesecake with a Chocolate Twist
This one’s not trying to be healthy—it’s here to impress. Rich, creamy cheesecake layered over a shortbread crust with a hidden burst of caramel-filled chocolate Kisses. It’s simple to make, dangerously good, and always disappears before I can go back for seconds.
Easy Tropical Quinoa Bowl with Tilapia and Pineapple
Looking for a healthy weeknight dinner? This tilapia with pineapple quinoa comes together fast and packs in bold flavor, whole grains, and no added sugar.
Kitchen Essentials – Chef’s Knife
Chef's Knife In the kitchen, your chef's knife is your most important tool. You need to invest in one good quality knife. You do not need an expensive knife, but as the old adage goes, you get what you pay for. Have you ever been cutting something and the handle break off in your hand?… Continue reading Kitchen Essentials – Chef’s Knife
Leftover Stir-Fry: A Quick and Easy Meal Solution
Leftovers piling up? Turn them into a quick and flavorful stir-fry! With just a hot pan, a few simple ingredients, and a little creativity, you can transform what’s in your fridge into a delicious, stress-free meal