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Make the best homemade chocolate shake ever with this simple recipe. The cool thing is that you don’t even need ice cream to do it. Just a few simple ingredients in your blender will have your family screaming for ice cream . . .I mean shakes. Ever since my kids were little, I have loved …

This recipe for Crispy Garlic and Herb Tofu Tacos has been sponsored by Nasoya. All opinions listed are 100% my own. Y’all — I think I have found a new love and it is tofu. Before today, I have been hesitant about trying tofu because it has gotten such a bad rap. However, I recently …

Plan on dolphin watching in Destin, Florida? Check out these things that will help you to have THE BEST experience! Dolphins are some of the friendliest creatures on the planet and to spot them in their natural habitat is a surreal experience. And one of the best places to spot them is in Destin, Florida. …

This whipped feta dip is so delicious. It tastes great with chopped tomatoes, veggies, crackers, or even tortilla chips. It’s a quick and easy dip to make as a snack or to share with friends and family. I love making dips at my house. A lot of time when I am hungry, I will throw …

If you love visiting Georgia as much as I do, then you will want to add Alpharetta, Georgia on your next road trip destination. Here’s what you can see and do on this amazing adventure! If you know me, road trips have become one of my favorite ways to travel. A couple of years ago, …

This Blackberry Basil Balsamic Brie with Sweetened Pecans is the perfect appetizer or snack when you want something that looks fancy, but is simple to make. Say the name of this recipe 4 times real fast! Yesterday, I got in a load of blackberries from a friend, so while I was gone to my hair …

My Blackberry Mint Spritzer drink will quench your thirst during the hottest part of the summer! Y’all — my mint is going crazy this year. We pulled up most of it last year thinking it wasn’t going to grow back. During the spring as we were checking out our flower beds and making plans for …

Do you love homemade soft pretzels? Here’s an easy recipe you can make right from the comfort of your own home. I love homemade soft pretzels. Anytime I see the Auntie Anne’s Pretzel truck or we visit the mall, I have to get me a soft pretzel with cheese. Now that I know how to …

Taking your dog with you on vacation? Here are some pet-friendly things to do in Panama City Beach, Florida. In April, we took Milo with us on his second beach vacation. We went to Panama City Beach, Florida. It was a crazy week, considering that our beach house was almost broken into. However, we did …

Learn how to make a birthday cake for your dog! Recipe and instructions below. Milo turned one recently and we made a huge deal about it! We pulled out all the stops including making him a birthday cake. Read on to learn how you can make a birthday cake for your dog too! If you …

Create the perfect stress-free dinner party with these ten tips. Some say that dinner parties are a thing of the past. We disagree. Maybe the preparations stress you out. Let us guide you on how to hold stress-free dinner parties.  10 Tips to Host a Stress-Free Dinner Party  1. Inviting the Right People  Make sure …

Do you have overripe peaches and need to use them up quickly? Here are a few of my favorite ways to use up those overripe peaches. Overripe peaches are a common problem when they start coming into season. If you are like me, in-season fruit tends to cost less money so I buy way more …

Watermelon jelly sounds weird and ridiculous right? Let me tell you that this jelly has become a hit among my family and friends. If you are looking for a new flavor jelly to try, then you might like this watermelon jelly. This jelly recipe has a nice light melon flavor and will be perfect for …

This list of non-alcoholic drinks made with Sprite are perfect for your summer parties and pool time. If you’re like me, you make them just because! I am not a drink of alcoholic beverages, but I do love a good drink every now and then. Since I don’t drink alcohol, I have made it a …

These Tik Tok Ranch Dill Pickles are amazing and the only way I am eating them from here on out. One of my favorite things to do lately is watch all the recipes on Tik Tok that either go viral, or that people love to try out. The latest craze are these Tik Tok Ranch …

Homemade strawberry muffins are delicious and full of fresh strawberries. Make a batch of these for a snack, breakfast, or just because! Whenever fruits and veggies come in season, I love making yummy foods with them. One of my favorite to make are muffin recipes, like this one for the best homemade strawberry muffins. This …

These are the best meals for Father’s Day that I could come up with! Father’s Day is right around the corner. If your hubby is like mine, he loves having the perfect meal served to him on Father’s Day. Below I have put together a list of all of our favorite dinner ideas that your …

One of the easiest meals I have ever prepared is Crockpot Lasagna. When life gets hectic in my house, I pull out my slow cooker and get dinner ready. It is SUCH a lifesaver — and so are meals you can fix when your day is hectic. The trick to making this meal super quick …

These coffee flavored macarons are filled with a chocolate ganache center. The macaron cookie has the perfect coffee flavor for one amazingly delicious macaron! Kayla and I love making homemade French macarons. During the Spring, we made some Strawberry Lemon macarons. They were filled with the perfect lemon curd. We also experimented with Lemon Lavender …

Grilled Cajun Shrimp is a quick and easy dinner idea. This shrimp is perfect by itself, or on top of a bed of rice, or as a salad. I have been on a shrimp kick lately. Every time we go out to eat, I get this delicious grilled shrimp that has a slight kick to …

Planning a trip to Jamaica is the ideal choice for those wishing to break away from the hustle and bustle of city life and recharge their batteries. After carefully considering your vacationing options, you may have decided to start planning a trip to Jamaica. After all, it boasts beautiful weather, gorgeous views, and memorable attractions …

Have a Blackstone Griddle? Then you can make these Blackstone smashburgers too! Ever since we have bought our Blackstone Griddle, I have loved cooking on it. We have made breakfast, Hibachi, Blackstone Philly cheesesteak Sandwiches, and more. Out of all of those, these Blackstone Smashburgers are my favorite! How to Make Blackstone Smashburgers To make …

Blackened mahi-mahi is the perfect cut of fish. The blackened spices give it a zing and really ramp up the flavor of this quick dinner recipe! Whenever we go to the beach for vacation, there is always one thing that my son and I request — we have to eat somewhere that has blackened mahi-mahi. …

If you love Bisquick as much as I do, you will get a kick out of all these fun and weird facts I just learned about my favorite baking brand.  These baking mixes have been one of my reliable companions ever since I started cooking and baking. For instant baking recipes and to satisfy cake …

Blueberry Watermelon Pupsicles are the perfect sweet icy treat for your fur baby this summer. We have been having so much fun making Milo his own treats. We have made Banana Pumpkin Dog Treats and then compiled a list of the best homemade dog treats. Now, we are sharing with you Milo’s favorite frozen treat. …

Homemade French fries, in my book, are so much better than those from the frozen food section at the grocery store. Read on to learn how to make the crispiest and tastiest French fries ever. A few years ago when I started really learning how to cook, I decided to try my hand at making …

This Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Butt tastes just like it has been roasting for hours on a bbq pit. Your slow cooker becomes your best friend when it comes to tender meat. One of my favorite kitchen appliances is my slow cooker. I use it all the time to make so many delicious meals. I …

This past week I tried my hand at making Paula Deen’s Grilled Potatoes. We were having her yummy Puff Pastry Burgers, and I wanted a potato side dish to go with them, so I tried my hand at making these and they turned out delicious! These potatoes are so delicious and can be cooked on a …

Make this Two Ingredient Cheese Sauce the next time you need a creamy melty cheese for your dishes. It is so simple and easy to make and your family will love the flavor! Our family LOVES cheese on pretty much everything. I used to spend SO MUCH time trying to create the perfect cheese sauce …

When my family and I went to Panama City Beach, Florida last month, my husband planned a special surprise dinner for me to a beautiful restaurant — the Firefly Restaurant. The Firefly Restaurant boasts a creative menu that changes with the seasons and also has a full bar! If you are visiting Panama City Beach, …