2017-11-10 05:00
It’s Friday, why not make these fun saucy mozzarella dogs for dinner?
Years ago I shared these Lunch Lady Sloppy Joes, I even made them live on my local Fox 2 news morning show. They… Read More
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2017-11-09 05:00
Everyone needs a basic meat sauce recipe in their back pocket. Right? Well, my friends, this is mine.
I’m taking a break from all things Thanksgiving to share with you my favorite go… Read More
2017-11-08 05:00
This one pan Roasted Turkey Thighs and Drumsticks is perfect for a small gathering. Short on time? Feeding a small crew? In just a couple of hours you can put a delicious Thanksgiving dinner… Read More
2017-11-06 05:00
Sweet and buttery, this recipe for Roasted Maple Sweet Potato Mash is lusciously creamy and so incredibly delicious. This Thanksgiving side dish feeds a crowd and would look lovely on your t… Read More
2017-11-03 04:00
The Machus Red Fox Salad was once served at the swanky Red Fox restaurant in Bloomfield, Michigan. It is a simple chopped salad with wedges of ripe tomatoes, rings of red onion, cr… Read More
2017-11-01 04:00
To say I grew up on Detroit-style pizza is no exaggeration. Since I can remember, my mom has been making her infamous version of this pizza before “Detroit-Style” pizza ever… Read More
2017-10-27 04:00
This holiday season, step up your cheesecake game with this decadent Goat Cheese Cheesecake with Tahini Shortbread Crust! Same delicious cheesecake you know and love, but with a subtle… Read More
2017-10-25 04:00
Tahini Shortbread Cookies are buttery and crisp, yet tender and borderline flakey. Perfectly simple, tahini adds a subtle nutty flavor while the butter and sugar give these cookies… Read More
2017-10-24 17:52
A bowl of Roasted Tomato Pumpkin Soup will keep you warm and full during these chilly fall and winter months. Fresh Roma tomatoes are roasted and pureed with pumpkin, shallots and garli… Read More
2017-10-23 04:00
This Sweet Potato Wild Rice Arugula Salad is so hearty! Baby arugula is tossed with diced roasted sweet potatoes, cooked wild rice and fresh herbs. It then gets drizzled with a lemony, maple… Read More
2017-10-20 04:00
I’ve been making this four cheese spinach artichoke dip for years now.
It’s warm and cheesy! Every time I pull it out of the oven, it reminds me of when my best friend woul… Read More
2017-10-18 04:00
This Salsa Verde Chicken Tortilla Casserole has layers of pan toasted corn tortillas, shredded poached chicken, Monterey Jack cheese and a homemade salsa verde, all bake until hot and bubbly… Read More
2017-10-17 13:30
Poaching chicken is a simple and healthy way to cook chicken. In this post, you’ll learn how to poach chicken easily and with flavor. Whether it’s boneless skinless chicken… Read More
2017-10-16 04:00
You are going to love how delicious this Easy Salsa Verde recipe is! Fresh tomatillos, jalapeno, onion and garlic are broiled until blistered and charred and then blended with fre… Read More
2017-10-13 04:00
It’s officially baking season and first up is this warm and cozy Pumpkin Pudding Cake. The super-moist and deliciously spiced pumpkin cake on top melts into a gooey brown sugar pu… Read More
2017-10-11 04:00
Aunt Vieve’s Hummus Recipe with Toasted Pine Nuts is just one of many authentic and delicious family recipes you can find in Liz Della Croce’s (of The Lemon Bowl) fourth installm… Read More
2017-10-04 04:00
This Loaded Wedge Salad is drizzled with a black pepper buttermilk dressing and topped with bacon, blue cheese, hardboiled egg, tomatoes and green onions. A fun twist on a classic wedge sala… Read More
2017-10-02 04:00
A bright and sunny squash soup for your soul. Inspired by Panera Bread, this homemade version of their squash soup has a blend of both pumpkin and butternut squash. Slightly sweetened w… Read More
2017-09-29 04:00
This is The Best Roasted Broccoli Recipe EVER. Known to turn broccoli haters (i.e. kids) into broccoli lovers! The key? Plenty of oil and a hot, HOT oven so the broccoli tops… Read More
2017-09-25 04:00
This simple weeknight Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry has thin slices of steak, fried until crispy and tossed in a savory sauce of fresh ginger and garlic, brown sugar and tamari (or soy sauce)… Read More
2017-09-21 04:00
This Homemade White Cake is made from scratch using a homemade white cake mix. With ingredients you can pronounce, this homemade cake is deliciously moist and tender and frosted with layers… Read More
2017-09-20 12:14
Store-bought cake mixes are a thing of the past~ this Homemade White Cake Mix can be thrown together in literally no time whatsoever and can be used right away or made in advance and st… Read More
2017-09-18 04:00
It’s Monday and we’re going meatless. Enter Baked Eggplant with Pecorino Crumbs!
In a perfect world my family would be down with the whole #MeatlessMonday movement. The rea… Read More
2017-09-16 14:51
Snickerdoodles may just have one of the best cookie names ever.
What is the story behind the name and how can I name a cookie recipe?
Snickerdoodle cookies were essential to my early t… Read More
2017-09-13 04:00
Michigan Cherry Salad whoot whoot!
Michigan Cherry Salad is a popular salad you’ll find on menus in restaurants all around Michigan. And it’s one of my favorites. A mix of sprin… Read More
2017-09-11 04:00
I’m still grilling all the things, like these super delectable Grilled Beef and Vegetable Kebabs. Beef and an array of veggies marinate in a lemon pepper and brown sugar marinade and a… Read More
2017-09-09 04:00
Light, fluffy and sweet! This Caramelized Apple Dutch Baby is just what the weekend was made for. This dutch baby recipe comes straight out of my dear friend and fellow food blogger, Megan&r&hell…Read More
2017-09-08 04:00
Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup is a ridiculously luscious chicken soup with chopped baby spinach and pillowy potato gnocchi dumplings. Overall this soup is pretty effortless and I lov… Read More
2017-09-06 04:00
These Cheesy Beef and Bean Burrito Rice Bowls are inspired by my husbands favorite fast food restaurant only deconstructed into rice bowls and it’s way healthier. Cheesy… Read More
2017-08-31 12:25
Whether you have a child or children going back to school or you just want some easy dinner ideas, here are 30+ Easy Back-To-School Dinner Recipes that you can enjoy on those busy weeknights… Read More
2017-08-25 01:57
This Watermelon Feta Salad is not just a pretty face. This beautiful salad has lightly dressed power mix of greens topped with diced ruby-red watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, red onion, hon… Read More
2017-08-19 13:36
Aunt Penny’s Classic Potato Salad Recipe is essentially a simple mustard potato salad that has hard boiled eggs, onion and celery. It’s simple, delicious… Read More
2017-08-14 13:41
Besides being ridiculously delicious, what I love most about this Tomato Bruschetta Panzanella is that it can be whipped up in just under 30 minutes. Toasted pieces of bread are to… Read More
2017-08-10 04:00
Grilled Chicken Caesar Pizza is as fun as it is delicious. I took a shortcut by using grilled naan for the crust, topped it with cheese until melted, slices of grilled chicken, romaine… Read More
2017-08-08 04:00
Tea and ice cream collide in this Vanilla Chai Ice Cream! With hints of vanilla, black tea, cardamom, black pepper and cinnamon in a cool and creamy ice cream . The hardest decisio… Read More
2017-08-04 04:00
Broccoli Crunch Salad is a classic salad recipe. Broccoli, dried cranberries, bacon, sunflower seeds (but I add pepitas!) and finely diced red onion is tossed in a simple (like 3 ingredients… Read More
2017-08-02 04:00
This Chinese Vegetable Noodle Stir-Fry is easy and has a plethora of vegetables like carrots, mushrooms and baby bok choy (to name a few). All are tossed with my homemade stir-fry sauc… Read More
2017-07-28 13:04
Three berries, one cobbler. This Triple Berry Cobbler is bursting at its seams with summer berries. It’s sweet and tart and the berries are cocooned in a deliciously moist ca… Read More
2017-07-24 04:00
What if I told you I had 50+ homemade salad dressings and vinaigrette recipes?
If you haven’t noticed, I love making salads. Creating beautiful, healthful and wholesome salads are my… Read More
2017-07-21 04:40
We’ve been keeping it cool in the McNamara household with icy cold glasses of this Honey Lavender Lemonade!
It’s been hot and sticky, with temperatures in the mid to h… Read More
2017-07-19 04:00
Go meatless with these Grilled Teriyaki Portobello Burgers! Juicy grilled teriyaki glazed portobello mushrooms are topped with grilled onion and pineapple, extra teriyaki sauce and spro… Read More
2017-07-17 04:00
You are going to LOVE this Grilled Zucchini with Lemon, Garlic and Parmesan recipe! It’s by far the most delicious veggie I’ve had all year. And it couldn’t… Read More
2017-07-14 04:00
This Western Frittata has everything you love about a western omelet! This one-pan breakfast is just what you need for a lazy weekend morning. I like my frittata with a little hot sauce… Read More
2017-07-12 04:00
My fellow cilantro lovers, you are going to LOVE this light and creamy cilantro lime dressing. Fresh cilantro is blended with fresh garlic, green onion, and naturally sweetened with a touch… Read More
2017-07-01 05:28
What dessert is more patriotic than this Red, White & Blue Trifle? Okay so maybe a flag cake, but this dessert has homemade pound cake, brushed with a simple lemon syrup, cubed and then… Read More
2017-06-30 12:15
I’ve partnered with Pampered Chef to create this delicious Strawberry Swirl Mascarpone Ice Cream Cookie Cake with the help from Pampered Chef’s time saving tools. Pampered C… Read More
2017-06-29 04:00
This 7-Layer Taco Dip is a classic appetizer, but ditching the packet and using a homemade taco seasoning in the cream cheese sets this dip apart from all the rest. Not only is it easy to wh… Read More
2017-06-28 15:32
This classic coleslaw recipe is completely homemade is so easy to throw together. Shredded green cabbage and carrots are tossed with a homemade creamy coleslaw dressing. No need to buy … Read More
2017-06-26 04:00
Packed full of nutritional goodness this Grilled Sweet Potato, Lentil and Kale Buddha Bowl is deliciously filling and satisfying. Massaged kale is saddled up next to grilled sweet… Read More
2017-06-23 17:40
Today I have a simple step-by-step post on how to roast chickpeas! All you need is just a few ingredients and a hot oven in order to get crispy and crunchy roasted chickpeas! Eat them as sna… Read More
2017-06-19 14:51
Cantaloupe and Prosciutto Arugula Salad is fresh, sweet and simple. This salad is a cross between the appetizer we all love (prosciutto wrapped cantaloupe) and the beloved caprese salad… Read More
2017-06-16 11:16
Grilled Sticky Sweet Chicken Skewers are just that- sticky and deliciously sweet! Cubed pieces of chicken breast are tossed in a sticky and sweet, ginger and garlic sauce and then threa… Read More
2017-06-13 03:32
This melon salad is simple and refreshing! Cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon toss with a little honey, lime juice and fresh mint leaves. Perfect for lazy hot summer days; poolside, pi… Read More
2017-06-09 12:16
Grilled halloumi vegetable skewers are fun and delicious vegetarian option for your summer! Halloumi cheese is threaded onto skewers with summers best produce that has marinated in home… Read More
2017-06-08 15:14
All you need is a few simple ingredients and a little time to whip up this homemade tzatziki. Freshly grated cucumber is salted and set to drain in a colander in your sink until dehydrated a… Read More
2017-06-05 11:49
What’s not to love about this bacon blue cheese house salad with sweet basil vinaigrette? Mix of tender spring lettuces tossed with crispy bacon, stinky crumbled blue cheese… Read More
2017-05-30 12:59
This Ravioli Lasagna is both easy and delicious! Under the golden bubbly mozzarella is layers of Italian sausage and marinara, fresh raviolis and a basil ricotta. So much flavor and per… Read More
2017-05-26 13:43
Because grilling season is among us, here are 25 BEST salads and side dishes to bring to a barbecue! With the Memorial Day weekend beginning in just minutes, how many of you are scrambling f… Read More
2017-05-23 14:58
Colorful veggies are tossed with bowtie pasta, Genoa salami, Parmesan cheese and a super simple Italian dressing for the ultimate Italian Bowtie Pasta Salad! This pasta salad calls for simpl… Read More
2017-05-19 11:48
I’ve partnered with Pampered Chef to show you 3 ways to freeze fresh herbs with the help from Pampered Chef products. Freezing fresh herbs has never been easier or more… Read More
2017-05-18 15:50
At your next barbecue why not whip up a batch of bacon cheddar ranch potato salad? Homemade buttermilk ranch dresses roasted baby potatoes and tossed with crispy Applewood smoked b… Read More
2017-05-15 13:05
Firecracker Chicken: Sweet, sour and fiery! I would describe this flavorful chicken stir-fry dish as sweet and sour chicken meets buffalo — thanks to Frank’s Red Hot and red pepp… Read More
2017-05-12 04:00
Your mother just called and she’s requesting these Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes for breakfast on Sunday. These pancakes are sweet and cinnamon-y, fluffy and crispy-edged, jus… Read More
2017-05-11 04:00
Whether it be Mother’s Day, your wedding day, a brunch with friends or plain ol’ Wednesday, there’s never a wrong time to sip a classic mimosa! Bubbly prosecco, a spla… Read More
2017-05-05 04:00
Spring meets Cinco de Mayo in these blueberry margaritas! Tart, fresh lime juice and tequila, sweetened with a simple syrup and topped with blueberry juice. The classic margarita just got so… Read More
2017-05-03 04:00
Move over guacamole, this Smoky Chipotle Black Bean Dip is here to take your spot this Cinco de Mayo! Throw all the ingredients into your food processor and blend until smooth, then top with… Read More
2017-05-03 04:00
Move over guacamole, this Smoky Black Bean Dip is here to take your spot this Cinco de Mayo! Throw all the ingredients into your food processor and blend until smooth, then top with a super… Read More
2017-05-01 04:00
30 minutes is all you need in order to make this comforting Pancetta Asparagus Carbonara pasta dish. Crispy fried pancetta and asparagus is tossed with cooked linguine in a 4-ingredient… Read More
2017-04-27 04:00
Make plans this weekend to bake up a batch of these incredible Strawberry Lemon Lavender Crumb Muffins! A winning combo of sweet strawberries, bright lemon and delicate notes of lavender. Al… Read More
2017-04-22 04:00
These delicious North African Spiced Lamb Meatballs are filled with fresh herbs, garlic and onion. I seasoned them with homemade Ras el Hanout along with smoked paprika and Al… Read More
2017-04-20 11:35
What has three fantastical cheeses, is sandwiched between Italian bread and griddle in butter until golden and crispy? Why this fancy three-cheese grilled cheese sandwich, of course… Read More
2017-04-17 04:00
Tomato Florentine Soup is the perfect spring soup!
Don’t believe me? Look at that beautiful and bountiful bowl-o-soup! Carrots, celery, fresh tomatoes and spinach just to n… Read More
2017-04-13 04:00
This might the best roasted beet salad ever.
I was stuffing my face with this very salad when I got the news that a fellow classmate from middle school is engaged to Kid Rock. What? Like fo… Read More
2017-04-11 13:30
Today I’m sharing my favorite recipe for loaded twice baked potatoes!
I make these all the time. I serve them with grilled steak, roasted chicken, on Christmas Eve with prime rib… Read More
2017-04-08 12:49
There’s nothing like pineapple upside down cake made from scratch.
I like to skip the canned and use fresh pineapple slices, classic maraschino cherries that I nestle into melted butt… Read More
2017-04-05 14:16
These saucy pork lettuce wraps are absolutely delicious.
And you’ll freak at how incredibly easy they are to make. In fact, if you like to meal prep, these lettuce wraps are your… Read More
2017-04-04 13:56
Who needs store bought stir-fry sauce when you can whip up an easy homemade stir-fry sauce in little to no time at all?! Make in advance and have it on hand at a moments… Read More
2017-04-03 04:00
This lemon broccoli almond quinoa is so simple to whip up! Toss broccoli with shallots and garlic in a hot wok (or skillet) and cook for just a few minutes before tossing in cooked quinoa, f… Read More
2017-03-31 13:10
I bet you’re just dying to know how to make perfect quinoa. Right??
Who wants quinoa that is clumpy, lumpy or stuck to the bottom of the pan. OH no no! Today I’m showing yo… Read More
2017-03-30 04:00
Miso honey glazed whole roasted carrots are a mixture of sweet and savory deliciousness. Whole carrots are tossed in a simple glaze consisting of white miso, honey, tamari and rice vine… Read More
2017-03-29 04:00
Using plum jam is a great way to add flavor, like in these Sriracha Plum Glazed Drumsticks. Plum jam with fresh ginger, garlic and Sriracha and (a few other simple ingredients) add delicious… Read More
2017-03-27 04:00
Ginger sesame brown rice is not only easy but delicious. Fresh ginger injects a ton of flavor in to the rice as it cooks. Lastly fluff the rice and drizzle in toasted sesame o… Read More
2017-03-25 13:09
How fun are these oatmeal chocolate chunk sunflower seed cookies?
You were thinking they were M&M’s but nope. I actually found these chocolate candy coated sunflower se… Read More
2017-03-22 11:46
This blueberry almond salad with blueberry balsamic vinaigrette is basically spring in a bowl.
You know I have been counting down the days until I could kick winter to the curb. Finall… Read More
2017-03-17 04:00
Creamy and cool, mint chocolate chip ice cream is easily my favorite ice cream flavors. It’s easy to make it at home and always tastes better when it’s from scratch. Feel free to… Read More
2017-03-16 01:10
Nigella’s chocolate Guinness cake has been on my bucket list for y-e-a-r-s. Because Guinness + chocolate + cake = my dream dessert and there’s no other cake that is more wor… Read More
2017-03-15 14:03
20+ delicious olive recipes at your fingertips! Everything from chicken to pizza and salads. If you love olives, this olive round-up is for you!
How do I O-live? 15 (plus) years ago I would… Read More
2017-03-11 05:00
These are just your basic weekend pancakes. Light, fluffy and deliciously perfect!
The word basic gets thrown around these days like it’s a bad thing. I like basic. Lululemon leggings… Read More
2017-03-10 05:00
This hot and bubbly Guinness Dubliner dip is cheesy and addictive. In this warm appetizer, caramelized onions are mixed with Dubliner cheese, softened cream cheese and Guiness beer, bak… Read More
2017-03-08 13:16
This delightfully crunchy Asian veggie salad has plethora of colorful, crunchy and nutritious veggies like both Napa and purple cabbage, bok choy (love!), sweet bell pepper and carrots… Read More
2017-03-06 05:00
I took all the shortcuts I could to make this skillet shepherd’s pie as easy as can be. Frozen veggies –check. Leftover mashed potatoes –check (but don’t worry, I giv… Read More
2017-03-02 05:00
Chicken and Rice Enchiladas couldn’t be any easier. In this recipe you toss cooked, shredded chicken with leftover rice, sautéed peppers, onions and garlic with homemade en… Read More
2017-03-01 05:00
15-minute enchilada sauce! Yes it’s true! Say goodbye to canned enchilada sauce and hello to a easy, virtually effortless sauce. Simply throw the ingredients together in one… Read More
2017-02-24 05:00
Chicken shawarma wraps have to be one of my favorite foods in life.
When ever we get take out from our favorite Mediterranean restaurant we all order the chicken shawarma wraps. And a salad… Read More
2017-02-23 05:00
This Asian Charred Broccoli Quinoa Bowl is filled with nutritious goodness. Roasted broccoli, spinach, purple cabbage, carrots and quinoa, topped with green onions and chopped peanuts. The e… Read More
2017-02-20 05:00
Turkey, Broccoli and Cheddar Mini Frittatas are the perfect breakfast for busy mornings or lazy breakfasters, like myself.
If there’s one meal during the week that I slack at, it&rsqu&hell…Read More
2017-02-17 05:00
I know what you’re thinking, you’re thinking that I missed spelled fajitas. Right? Nope. Skillet Frajitas are a real thing. Sort of.
However, if you Google it “frajit… Read More
2017-02-16 04:02
This kale, fennel and apple salad is not just a pretty face.
I know it looks kind of fancy doesn’t it, but I swear it’s really not. This is my latest and gre… Read More
2017-02-14 04:04
Today I surprised my girls with Lofthouse Style Sugar Cookies for Valentine’s Day!
Yes it was a day early, but I wanted them to be able to bring some with them to school and pass them… Read More
2017-02-13 05:00
Zesty Italian Dressinade. It’s a Italian dressing that also doubles as a marinade.
If you have my cookbook, this phrase doesn’t faze you. For those who are like … Read More
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