Making a cake for someone you care can be a simple gesture to show them how much you care and love them. I know for some (maybe I’m talking to you), baking a cake seems really overwhelming…
5 Minute Egg Breakfast Sandwiches
Have you ever felt a huge sense of relief? Something finally coming together and you can finally breathe a little? I’m a little scared to say this but I think our dog, Charley, is finally, finally back…
Americone Dream Blondie Sandwiches
It’s Ben & Jerry’s week– presented by Shelly and Kristan. When they invited me to join, I had to say yesss! I love ice cream, in fact, my first job was at an ice cream shop! But…
Florida Seafood Pasta in a White Wine Sauce
One of my most favorite things to order at an Italian restaurant is clams casino or any kind of seafood with pasta. I love it. I cannot get enough mussels, clams, lobster, whatever, you name it, I…
Gorgonzola Smashed Potatoes
Giveaway alert, I’m giving away a copy of The Recipe Girl Cookbook! Details below. Hey there, don’t you like potatoes? This recipe was aaa-mazing and it’s from my friend, Lori’s, new cookbook The Recipe Girl Cookbook. I…
Tempura Shrimp & Vegetables
I’ll admit before trying this recipe at home, I made tempura using the batter mixes from a box. It never tasted like what I’m used to at Japanese restaurants so I haven’t tried it again since. A…
White Chocolate Pretzel Candy Bark
Today, I’m guest posting over on Glory’s site, Glorious Treats today! If you don’t know her site, you’ll love it. She’s working on her first cookbook (I’m so proud of her!) and when she asked me to…
Chipotle Cheddar Shrimp & Grits
Who likes shrimp and grits? Meee! Let’s rewind, when Kraft Foods contacted me to work with them to help promote their Fresh Take line of products, I jumped at the chance. I love the possibilities and the…
Lemon Pepper Roast Chicken in a Slow Cooker
There are affiliate links in this post. One of our all-time favorites is making a roast chicken in a slow cooker, it happens to be the most popular recipe here on The Little Kitchen as well. I…
Lemon-Blueberry Mini Cheesecakes
Here’s another recipe I had fun doing for McCormick®. It’s honestly been way tooo long since I have made a cheesecake. Who doesn’t love cheesecake right? And don’t you just love mini desserts? I was honestly surprised…
Shrimp and Eggplant Stir Fry (includes video)
March is healthy cooking month! When Google approached me to do a healthy cooking demo on Google+, I had to think about it for a little bit. First of all, I don’t always cook so healthy but…
Deviled Eggs {for Easter & Spring!}
Oh my goodness, it’s almost April and this year, that means it’s almost Easter! I’m excited to be working with McCormick® this spring to bring you some spring cooking and baking goodness with their products! I saw…
Zucchini and Potato Tomato Soup
I love simple recipes. And even more I love simple recipes that are comforting that are not too heavy. This past weekend, we ate sooooo much good food. I hung with a dear friend, Sandy who just…
Sake-Steamed Mussels
I’m so excited to share this recipe with you and this cookbook! First of all, I love mussels. Tell me if I’m not alone in this? When we go out to eat at restaurants, I refuse to…
Meyer Lemon and Mushroom Risotto
Meyer lemons, oh how I love thee. It’s so sad that Meyer lemon season is coming to a close this year. If you have any or get a chance to get your hands on some, make this…
Lemongrass Beef Banh Mi with Fried Egg on Top
I’m so excited to be working with Land O’Lakes this year to share some recipes and one of my favorite things in life, butter. This year, I’ve partnered with Land O Lakes® Butter and Ree Drummond, The…
Fettuccine with Swiss Chard & Garlic
You know how I’m obsessed with homemade pasta? If you missed it, you need to check out the video I shared showing you how easy it is to make it. This recipe is inspired by a restaurant…
How to Make Homemade Pasta with KitchenAid
Can we have a heart to heart? I know I was scared to make my own pasta for too long. If you’re like me, I totally get it. But now, I’m no longer scared and I actually…
Chicken & Biscuit Waffles from Breakfast for Dinner
I don’t even know where to start, I’m so excited to share Breakfast for Dinner, a new cookbook (just released this week) by my friends, Lindsay and Taylor, with you as well as this recipe for their…
Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Happy Valentine’s Day! These red velvet cupcakes are perfect for Valentine’s Day or any day for that matter. Who doesn’t love red velvet right? When I was making my red velvet oreo truffles, I decided I would…
Red Velvet Oreo Truffles
A few months ago, I woke up from a dream about these red velvet oreo truffles, yes I dreamed about these truffles. I have made them twice since then and wanted to make these again for Valentine’s…
Blue Cheese White Bean Dip with SunChips® Sweet & Spicy BBQ Snacks
I remember when SunChips® were first debuted when I was a kid. My Mom was obsessed with their original flavor and SunChips® always went into our shopping cart – how long they lasted in the house, that’s…
Caprese Puff Pastry Bites
Do you like caprese salads? (Sliced fresh mozzarella, sliced tomato, basil and usually drizzled with some kind of balsamic vinegar glaze.) I do and I must admit I usually end up eating like three pieces (okay slices)…
Cheddar Bacon Onion Sliders
I can get a little obsessed with things. For example, brown butter, red velvet, meyer lemons and brown butter. Seriously, you can ask my friends, I know I drive them nuts with the things I’m obsessed with….