As the weather gets colder, we crave comfort food at our house. Leek and Potato Soup is a fantastic, filling soup to make in the fall and winter but it is good anytime. This simple soup is lovely on its own but it's really delicious when topped with homemade croutons and a little fresh parsley...
White Bean Soup With Roasted Mushrooms
White bean soup with roasted mushrooms is rich, hearty, and filling. It is perfect for fall, winter, or any time of the year. The mushrooms have a rich, savory flavor similar to meat, yet this soup is entirely plant-based and vegan! Isn’t it great to find a soup that comes together with just a handful...
13 Unforgettable Grandma Worthy Recipes
I'm 70 years old, and it just dawned on me a couple of weeks ago that what I referred to in the past few years as vintage can be applied to my own recipes as well as my home decor! So, consider these recipes vintage. Any grandmother would approve of the old-fashioned potato soup recipe...
Pineapple Drop Cookies Like Grandma Used To Make
Pineapple drop cookies are an old-fashioned cake-like cookie, just like Grandma used to make. Chunks of pineapple, nuts (if you want), and sweet goodness. I make them gluten-free and you can't even tell. But you don't have to make yours gluten free! The pineapple drop cookies have been a family favorite for generations. We tried...
15 South Beach Diet Recipes For Healthy Eating
The South Beach Diet is a popular diet developed by cardiologist Arthur Agatston. The diet focuses on eating high-fiber, low-glycemic carbohydrates, lean proteins, and healthy fats. There are three phases to the diet. The first phase works on getting rid of those cravings for sugar and starches, the second phase is all about putting good...
Grilled Marinated Flank Steak Recipe
Flank steak is so good when properly marinated and grilled. And this time of year, when we are all thinking about eating healthy, is the perfect time to add flank steak to your diet. This cut of meat is low in fat, very tender, and scrumptious! Before I met my hubby, I had never had...
Tomato and Onion Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette
This simple sliced tomato and onion salad comes together almost instantly with just 10 minutes of effort. You can use any type tomato and onion, so feel free to use whatever you have. The simple balsamic vinaigrette takes the whole thing over the top! Although this salad can be eaten right away, it’s even more...
Stuffed Bell Peppers With Rice And Ground Beef
Stuffed Bell Peppers with rice are easy to prepare at home. You can make them with brown or white rice. The brown rice is a little healthier! Stuffed peppers were a favorite of mine when I was a child. I don't have my mother's recipe, but this recipe is similar to hers. I remember being...
Croatian Style Grilled Chicken Marinated In Lemon
We fell in love with the amazing grilled chicken in Croatia and wanted to replicate the flavor at home. This recipe does just that! The marinade seasons and tenderizes the chicken, which cooks in just moments on the grill! Serve Croatian grilled chicken with baked rice, potato salad, or on top of avocado raspberry salad...