Love is as Sweet as Pie

Mini Apple Pie

Nothing says “I love you” like a slice of pie. Well, maybe diamonds and a week-long beach getaway to a remote island do too. However, we are on pie today. While planning a bridal shower for my sister, Laura, my mom, younger sister and I brainstormed “themes” to best celebrate our awesome bride-to-be. One of… more »

Special Guest Post: Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate Truffles

Sometimes you just need a piece of chocolate. We’ve all been there – rough day at work, stressful commute, kids acting up – you find yourself wanting to devour something made of chocolate. Unless, of course, you are allergic. Now, that would make matters worse, wouldn’t it? Since I’m in a chocolate mood, it’s a… more »

Quick and Easy: Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom Risotto

Bet you never thought you’d see the words “quick and easy” proceed a risotto recipe. Guess what? I would have totally agreed with you before I went ahead and tried this one at home. Risotto was another one of those delectable dishes at the top of my “too intimidating” list. You’ll certainly recall that I… more »

The Lighter Side: Lemon-Blueberry Cake

Lemon-Blueberry Cake

I don’t know about you, but I’m always on the lookout for new, light dessert recipes. Oxymoron? Nah. As you know by now, Pinterest provides lots of great inspiration. But, there’s just something about turning actual pages and drooling over the photos in cookbooks and magazines. It usually leads to deliciousness in my kitchen. Well,… more »

Sunday Supper: “Healthy” Chicken Parmigiana with Brown Rice Pasta

Healthy Chicken Parm

It may “officially” be spring, but it certainly doesn’t feel like it here in the Northeast. I suppose that’s why I’m still craving comfort food. Thanks to my ever-loving Pinterest obsession, I found just the perfect dish to make for this Sunday’s supper: “Healthy” Chicken Parmigiana. Now, to be perfectly honest, the recipe billed this… more »