Pregnant Recipe #3

This baked chicken pasta casserole reminds me of a “Ziti” dish my mom used to make, but I like it better. Sorry, Mom! __________________________________________ Pregnant Recipe #3: Three-Cheese Chicken Penne Pasta Bake 1-1/2 cups multi-grain penne pasta, uncooked 1 pkg.  (9 oz.) fresh spinach leaves 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces … Read more

Pregnant Recipe #2

My husband made this one for me for Mother’s Day, so it’s easy! And it tasted like it could have come from a restaurant… __________________________________________ Pregnant Recipe #2: Creamy Chicken & Pasta Bake 1-1/2 cups multigrain rotini pasta, uncooked 1 small  bunch broccoli, cut into florets (about 3 cups) 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, … Read more

Valentine’s Breakfast: Strawberry Parfait

Strawberries are always a great choice for Valentine’s day. Whip up a Strawberry Parfait for you and your sweetheart for a quick breakfast this Valentine’s Day. Or pancakes with strawberries and whipped cream or anything else. You can’t go wrong. Strawberries and vanilla yogurt together are one of my favorite things to eat – I … Read more

Conversation Heart Cookie Pops

I should not have posted my pathetic attempt at baking right next to a post about the wonderful things that can be found at Cafe Johnsonia. Alas, it is the week before Valentine’s day, and as is tradition, I made sugar cookies with all my wonderful new Wilton baking tools. That huge rolling pin and … Read more

Valentine’s Treats

Lindsey, my friend over at Cafe Johnsonia, is always concocting delicious creations, especially desserts. Throughout February she has posted some of her favorite Valentine’s dessert recipes, some of them originals. I wanted to share her amazing work with you! Cream-Filled Strawberries Red Velvet Bonbons Chocolate Cinnamon Heart Cookies Wow. Aren’t they beautiful? And I’m sure … Read more

Grilled Cheese

I really like cheese. I’ve heard it’s one of those foods that is highly addictive…I believe it… I also really like toast. So here is a tribute to two of my favorite foods…together…in simple, kid-friendly, sandwich fashion. Sometimes you need something quick for dinner, don’t you? During these times, I look to the old standby, … Read more