25 Lunch Recipes That Make Noon the Best Break

Lunch doesn’t have to be routine. These 25 recipes offer a variety of flavors and quick prep times to make your midday meal something to look forward to. From light salads to hearty casseroles, there’s something here for every taste. Each recipe balances simplicity and satisfying flavors to keep you fueled. Healthy Mexican Lettuce Wraps. … Read more

Friday Photos ~ September 30th, 2019

It has been a fun-filled, very busy week as we have family visiting and we are trying to share with them a little of the Italy we love so much. They arrived Saturday and Sunday we headed to Montefalco for Festa della Vendemmia, the annual wine festival to celebrate the start of the grape harvest. … Read more

Torta Tenerina an Italian Chocolate Cake

I usually associate flourless chocolate cake with France, but I recently discovered an outstanding Italian version. Based on a recipe from Dolci, Italy’s Sweets, this Torta Tenerina from the Emilia-Romagna city of Ferrara is an absolutely fantastic Italian chocolate cake. It’s also gluten-free. A 9-Inch Springform Italian Chocolate Cake Baked in a 9-inch round pan, … Read more

Rustic Berry Galette

This Rustic Berry Galette is super easy to make and is even more delicious to enjoy! The crumbly crust and spiced oat topping are delicious complements to the sweet and juicy berry filling. This recipe is so much easier to make than a pie, so once you lean into the rustic form of the galette … Read more

Chewy Brownies Made in One Bowl

These chewy brownies are based on a recipe from the March/April 2010 issue of Cook’s Illustrated, where CI claims that the key to making brownies with a “box brownie” texture is to get the ratio of saturated to unsaturated fat just right.  To get the chewiest brownies, they use a mixture of butter and oil, … Read more

Southern-Style Beer Braised Kale with Bacon

This Southern-Style Beer Braised Kale with Bacon is smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet. It’s the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue party or casual gathering. It’s best served alongside of everything and in abundance.

Southern-Style Beer Braised Kale with Bacon 

It’s been 2 years since our trip to Charleston, and I still ache for the historic city. I keep telling Squirrel that we need to plan a trip back to picturesque town so I can try the many restaurants that I didn’t get to on our last trip.

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Chili Cheese Enchilada Casserole Recipe

Chili Cheese Enchilada Casserole Recipe A hearty and cheesy casserole that’s perfect for family dinners. Print Jump to comment Pin This Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 30 mins Total Time 50 mins Course Main Course Cuisine Mexican Servings 6 servings Calories 450 kcal Equipment Oven Baking Dish Mixing bowl Ingredients:   Main Ingredients 1 lb … Read more

Free Printable 2025 Pink Calendar Templates

I love this cute free printable calendar template. I started making this monthly calendar design a few years ago and have been expanding the color selection each color. For 2025, I’ve not only updated the design, but you can get this as a teal calendar, purple calendar, or beige calendar(in addition to this cute pink). … Read more