the ultimate thin mint fudge brownies

These amazing brownies (inspired by my daughter Gracie’s creation) are absolutely the fudgiest brownies on the planet. They have this irresistible, crunchy outside and a gooey, fudge filling. If you serve them when they’re still warm they taste like molten chocolate lava cake. I decided to make up a batch for St. Patrick’s Day and…

lucky charms treats

I love cooking special treats for holidays. St. Patrick’s Day is an especially fun, whimsical theme. I used the some of the marshmallows from a box of Lucky Charms Cereal as a garnish for my Tipsy Shamrock Shakes yesterday, so I decided to use the rest of the box to make a pan of Lucky…

tipsy shamrock shakes

Looking for a creamy, minty, sweet libation to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? When I was little I always loved going to McDonald’s to get a Shamrock Shake on St. Pat’s. This is that same, nostalgic drink… all grown up. Serve these without the Bailey’s and Jameson for the kiddos, and for teetotalers. They’re delicious either…

waldorf macaroni picnic salad

Spring is in the air and I’ve been having fun planning warm weather menus and outings. We love picnics and go on several during the spring and summer months. One easy way to enjoy a picnic is by packing your salads and desserts into canning jars. They keep your food fresh, and if you surround…

slow cooker texas red chili {a bowl of red}

Did you know that authentic Texas Chili has no tomatoes or beans in it? If you’re used to chili with beans, tomatoes, corn and ground beef, this is not that. This is more like Mexican beef stew. It’s hearty, delicious, spicy and more refined than what I would call “traditional” chili. I adapted this easy…