Monthly Archives: May 2015

Blackberry Pie Bars

My mom is a bona fide chocoholic. No questions asked. She will opt for chocolate over any other dessert. My dad will eat chocolate, but his go-to is citrusy. Lemony. My parents were in town for the week for Bri’s 8th … Continue reading

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Tortellini Soup

I live in the Midwest and about this time of year, the humidity begins its steady, sticky rise. Except for the last week and a half as it’s been cool, gray, rainy, and confirming that, yes, indeed, I could totally live in the … Continue reading

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Cranberry Pistachio Granola

As much as I love looking at recipes and trying them out, I’ve never really been one to create something on my own. Sure, if I have a good foundation to start with, I might play around with it, tweak it per … Continue reading

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Lemon Berry Slush

Now that it’s warming up, this has become a frequent post-lunch afternoon drink. Sometimes, I’ll have it for breakfast, especially on the weekends. I’m not too much of a big breakfast type of gal (brunch is a different story) so … Continue reading

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One-Pot Parmesan Orzo

This, with a nice side salad, or other veggie complements whatever is cooking on the grill.  It comes together so easily, you’ll be eating dinner in no time. Ingredients: 1 tbsp. butter 1 cup Orzo pasta 1 15oz can of chicken broth/ … Continue reading

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