Umami | Why You Love That Flavor
You’ve seen it in recipes, heard chefs talk about it, and maybe even tasted it without realizing it. Umami, the fifth basic taste, is finally getting the recognition it deserves. But what exactly is umami? I got curious because it seems like the word hasKeep Reading
My Happy Little Salad Accident | Watermelon, Beet & Feta Bliss!
Okay, friends, you are not going to believe the culinary comedy of errors that led to this absolutely delightful salad. Picture this: I’m at the grocery store, feeling all confident and ready to whip up one of my blogging buddy’s super simple 3-ingredient salads (thatKeep Reading
Beyond Vinyl | Discovering the Charm of Cup Wraps for Unique Mugs
Hey everyone! Today, I wanted to share a little peek into my latest crafting obsession: personalized mugs made with cup wraps. Now, don’t get me wrong, I have a Cricut machine, and I’ve even managed to create some cute things with it — like myKeep Reading
Oven Baked Meatballs
I initially created these oven-baked meatballs to go into my Unstuffed Halupki recipe, but they’re too good not to share as a standalone dish. The recipe features cooked rice for a tender texture, creating a moist and satisfying meatball, but you can easily leave itKeep Reading
Easy Manicotti | String Cheese Version
Okay, so you’re a manicotti fan, right? Me too! That creamy, cheesy goodness all wrapped up in pasta… chef’s kiss. Now, have you seen all the buzz about using string cheese instead of trying to stuff those tricky manicotti shells? Honestly, I first spotted thisKeep Reading
Tiny Treasures | The Charm of Beaded Keychains
“Okay, okay, I know, it’s been a minute (or maybe a year-ish 😉). You might know I’ve been quietly stringing beads and clicking pens for over a year, creating these little pops of happiness. My awesome friend? Well, she’s a vendor fair rockstar, practically livingKeep Reading
Spring Into Flavor | Beet Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing
Hello Spring! The days are getting longer, YAY! The sun is shining brighter, and my tastebuds are officially craving all things fresh and vibrant. With the leisurely arrival of warmer weather, my taste buds shifted from hearty stews to crisp, cool salads. And that’s preciselyKeep Reading
Moo-ving… Spring Tiered Tray
“Hey there, fellow decor enthusiasts! Let me just say I’m udderly excited to share my latest project with you! Yes, you heard that right – udderly! 😉 If you know me, you know I have a serious soft spot for cows. So, when spring rolledKeep Reading