Who says ice cream is just for summer? How about homemade holiday vanilla bean ice cream to serve with pie or all by itself with a little red and green flair. If you own an ice cream maker, this recipe is for you. Your holiday guests will cheer when they see that ice cream is […]
Different Than Pumpkin Pie…Try Pumpkin Supreme!
November 23, 2016 By
If you are not a pumpkin pie fan, but like pumpkin desserts or if you want something a little different from the usual pumpkin pie, try this scrumptious pumpkin supreme recipe. Several years ago, I asked my sister-in-law for her Texas family’s recipe for my all-time favorite dessert that she makes for us every Thanksgiving […]
Found! Healthier Organic Popcorn That Is Safe To Microwave!
November 22, 2016 By
Manic: My family years ago when I banned microwave popcorn from our home! Too many reports were surfacing that the chemicals and packaging used to pop the kernels in the microwave could be a health risk. So we gave it up and we have missed our popcorn. Managed: Today when I spotted a new brand of […]
Overnight Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal in Mason Jars
November 10, 2016 By
Here is a cool holiday breakfast idea for your guests. Make pumpkin spice oatmeal the night before. Prepare in individual mason jars that can be simply set out in a breakfast buffet the next morning, warm or cold. Such a fun, festive and flavorful idea with a recipe that is healthy clean eating. And some […]
My 3TV Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
October 18, 2016 By
What fun we had on the morning show I work on, KTVK’s Your Life A to Z show on 3TV because we impersonated (or we sort of impersonated, I should say) a group of celebrity chefs complete with yummy recipes, too! Can you guess who I was asked to portray? I will give you a hint […]
Ahhmazing Autumn Sangria Recipe
October 13, 2016 By
Perfect for fall. Tasty for your October gatherings. Nice beverage for your adult Halloween party. This Autumn Sangria recipe is the perfect combo of not-too-sweet with a little spice. I recently served this to my gal pals and they asked for seconds…and thirds. Everyone commented how unique, refreshing and tasty this particular sangria tasted. One […]
Fab Fall Food: Simple & Low Calorie Pumpkin Spice Mini Muffins
October 1, 2016 By
Yummy pumpkin season has arrived and I have found a healthier recipe for delicious pumpkin spice mini muffins! With the help of my favorite meal planning site, MealGarden, I found a delish recipe for Pumpkin Spice Muffins! And MealGarden’s recipe muffins are only 79 calories each (without optional chocolate chips) and only 4.8 grams of […]
Simple & Scrumptious Lasagna Recipe
August 2, 2016 By
With the Bachelorette finale two days ago, I knew I had to make something good for my neighborhood gal pals that were coming over for our Monday night guilty pleasure TV viewing. So I went through my blog and remembered this gem of a rich recipe that makes a very tasty lasagna. This is a […]
Found! Yummy Spicy Quick & Easy Lentil Side Dish
July 13, 2016 By
Manic: Finding a zesty side dish that isn’t the same ol’ thing like potatoes or broccoli again that my family will eat…and like! This could also easily be a main dish as well. Managed: Stopped at the tasting sample section at my local Trader Joe’s and found a surprising combination that is simple to make […]
Last Minute Fabulous 4th of July Party Food & Drink Ideas
July 3, 2016 By
Manic: You have been invited to or are hosting a 4th of July celebration and you need something fun and festive to bring…but also something that is easy and simple to prepare. Managed: I put together an assortment of ideas for you to quickly choose from. Some are from awesome social media and some are […]
Family Approved Quick & Nutritious Banana Berry Oatmeal Idea
February 16, 2016 By
Manic: Mornings….and quick sugary cereals and instant oatmeal brands that are packed with sugar are not what I want to give my teenagers for breakfast. But oftentimes that is what they ended up eating due to limited time in the mornings. I wanted to find a super quick and healthy way to end this trend. […]
My Picky Family’s Favorite Recipes from Celebrity Chefs
January 16, 2016 By
First of all welcome to my many new subscribers! I am so excited that the New Year has brought so many new readers to this humble little blog of mine that I love keeping up with every day. It is all about tips and recipes to make our manic lives a little more managed…and healthier. […]
The Real Deal Snacks Line: Our Pick & Your Chance To Win Big Box of Snacks!
January 10, 2016 By
Is your family like mine when it comes to asking for crunchy snacks? My family likes to crunch when they munch on a snack. We keep a lot of healthy crunchy foods on hand like carrot sticks, celery, apples and bell pepper slices. And sometimes everyone wants to crunch on chips, but chips aren’t terribly […]
Festive Fun Holiday Recipes With Shamrock Farms Foods
December 21, 2015 By
Eggnog peppermint cheesecake anyone? How about an eggnog latte with extract made of rum? Yum! And here is a fun and tasty idea…peppermint eggnog punch for kids of all ages! It is all here plus I also share a quick tip that will spice up your mashed potatoes that is super simple. Plus sour cream […]
Quick & Easy Foods To Bring To A Holiday Dinner
November 23, 2015 By
Manic: You have been invited to a friend’s Thanksgiving dinner but you don’t have a lot of time to prepare something elaborate. Or perhaps you have a long road trip planned to get to your family’s Christmas celebration. In both cases, you want to bring something festive and fun, but you don’t have a lot […]
