Fresh tasting appetizers that are perfect for summer! Summer is always a fun time of year, and it’s full of great food and friends. Give some of these a try and shake things up this summer. Some of these don’t require any cooking which is great for HOT SUMMER DAYS, and some can be…
Vanilla Layer Cake
Have you ever wanted to make a cake and NOT have to fuss with it. I have. No matter how many desserts I make, often I wish I could make a delicious cake without all the fuss. You know what I mean about fussing… I don’t want to spend hours frosting and worrying how…
grilled apricots stuffed with honey ricotta
Fruity and delicious and full of flavor, these grilled apricots can be made in minutes which makes them a perfect summertime treat! Summer fruit is always tasty, and you can kick apricots or peaches up by grilling them on a grill or hot skillet. Since apricots are so small, I grilled the sliced apricots…
1 hour Strawberry Shortcake
Summertime calls for fresh strawberries…. always! They are so juicy and sweet this time of year and that means there is no better time to make this 1-hour strawberry shortcake recipe. No better time to enjoy them, than on this delicious cake. Some cakes take lots of time and fussing to make, not this…
Pineapple Jam
This pineapple jam recipe is so easy, it sets up in the refrigerator so there is no boiling jars and waiting. You can enjoy it as soon as it’s chilled. Spring is upon us and the sweet flavors of fruit are in full swing in my kitchen. I love fruity flavors and pineapple is…
Breakfast Smoothie Bowl
Change up your morning routine with a delicious Breakfast Smoothie Bowl, this is full of fresh flavors. This Breakfast Smoothie Bowl is sponsored by White Wave Foods. All opinions are my own. Breakfast Smoothie Bowl Pin this on Pinterest to save it for later! Don’t miss one delicious recipe and get my FREE e-cookbook click…
Mini Fruit Pies
I am just CRAZY for pie. Really, it has always been one of my favorites…now these mini pies are just ADORABLE. Take a look how cute and the fun flavors I made. Mini Cream Pies Pin this on Pinterest on your dessert board, or PIE board….I have one of those. Don’t miss…
Easy Blueberry No Bake Cheesecake
Cheesecake just crossed the line into super easy and delicious (without cool whip or some other lack luster ingredients) Blueberry No Bake Cheesecake Don’t forget to Share this post on facebook or pin it on Pinterst. Follow created by Diane on Pinterest to see some delicious recipes! Nothing screams deliciousness better than a…
Raspberry and Lime Shrimp Ceviche
This is not your traditional ceviche, it’s updated with a delicious fruity flavor and it’s irresistible! Throwing tradition to the wind with this one…. I’m a seafood lover through and through and have made ceviche many times, I often don’t use raw fish and seafood, because I like to be sure it’s safe to…
How to make Cherry Italian Cream Soda
This is my new favorite SUMMER DRINK and I couldn’t wait to share it with you, it’s pretty and pink and the flavor is slightly sweet, a little creamy and refreshing all at the same time and of course it has whipped cream and a cherry on top, as all good drinks have. I…
Prosciutto and Cantaloupe Appetizers
Prosciutto and Cantaloupe Don’t miss one delicious recipe and get my FREE e-cookbook click here! Did you ever have one of those days, when all you want to do is lay by the pool and have someone bring you something to eat and drink? I sure do! Well no one brought me this, I made it…
Nectarine and White Chocolate Chip Scones
I think I should live in Europe. I hear they have a pastry for breakfast, well that would suite me just fine. A croissant or scone is a perfect way to start the day if you ask me. I bought a large bag of nectarines and wasn’t sure what I was going to make with them, but…
Raspberry Swirl Cupcake with Raspberry Frosting
My go to jam on a PB&J is strawberry, but for everything else it seems like raspberry is my favorite. I love it on scones, especially lemon scones, on a piece of toast, bagels and… well…. cupcakes!!!! It’s like a surprise inside a surprise. And a little bit of jam/preserves goes a long way. …
Fruitcake Scones
The Holidays would be boring if no one referenced Fruitcake, right? It seems to be the talk of a lot of jokes. All I know is my dad loves it. So these were made with him in mind. Not sure these will stay fresh for years and years, but I’m sure he’ll be putting a…
Watermelon Cupcake Carving
It’s been too hot to bake, so I decided to make a watermelon CUPCAKE instead. Who knew it would be so much fun to make a cupcake in 110 degrees! Well I’m sure it was because I didn’t have to turn on the oven. I think this would be a great addition to any dessert…
