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Chicken Parmesan Soup Recipe

Chicken Parmesan Soup Recipe

Today, I'm super excited to share a recipe that has been a game-changer in my household – Chicken Parmesan Soup. If you're anything like me, you're always on the lookout for easy, comforting meals that the whole family will devour. Well, this soup checks all the boxes...

50 Things to Bake Before You Die Review

50 Things to Bake Before You Die Review

Most of these sumptuous recipes are featured at well-regarded restaurants. Often, it is their signature recipe. Each recipe, while not always simple to make, is presented in a clear and straightforward manner, with strikingly beautiful photos, informative text,...

California Roll Sushi Casserole

California Roll Sushi Casserole

Hello, dear food enthusiasts! Today, I'm thrilled to share a delightful recipe that's been making waves in my kitchen – the California Roll Sushi Casserole. As a mom who is always on the lookout for easy yet scrumptious recipes to please the entire family, this one...

Koita Almond Milk

Koita Almond Milk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kL5nK2FUuKk Koita's mission is to bring you premium Italian, healthy, clean tasting, 100% pure, plant-based milks. And guess what, their milks are all shelf stable, which means they can be stored in your pantry for a very long time!...

Heavenly Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake

Heavenly Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake

Hey there, fellow kitchen adventurers! Today, I'm sharing a recipe that has become a cherished tradition in our household – the irresistible Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake. Picture this: golden bites of day-old bread mingling with bursts of juicy...

The Unofficial Witcher Cookbook Review

The Unofficial Witcher Cookbook Review

This book takes its "unofficial" status seriously. Aside from the introduction, it doesn't seem to discuss the series, games, and books, with much directness. Instead, there are oblique references and chapters like "Feasts Fit for a King" or "Food for the Journey."...

Mexican Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe

Mexican Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe

Hey there, friends! Join me on a culinary adventure that blends the lively tastes of Mexican cuisine with the sizzling deliciousness of a grilled chicken salad. Say hello to my latest creation - the Ultimate Mexican Grilled Chicken Salad! This salad isn't just about...

Once Upon a Rind in Hollywood Review

Once Upon a Rind in Hollywood Review

I'm really enjoying seeing all the cheese platters and snack boards which are all the rage these days and make for a perfect snack -- and party activity -- all in one. This delightful "cook" book features a wide range of inventive and delicious trays for all sorts of...

Easy Chiles Rellenos Recipe

Easy Chiles Rellenos Recipe

Hey there, foodie friends! Today, I'm excited to share a recipe that holds a special place in my heart and kitchen – Mom's Chiles Rellenos Casserole. If you've ever craved the flavors of traditional chiles rellenos but wished for a simpler way to enjoy them without...

The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook

The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook

This unofficial cookbook is well-themed to everyone's favorite holiday movie, "Hocus Pocus," and is dedicated "to 90's kids, and '90s kids at heart!" It's also a beautiful cookbook, filled with genuinely delicious recipes -- well-suited for autumn dining -- with...

The Unofficial Studio Ghibli Cookbook Review

The Unofficial Studio Ghibli Cookbook Review

This book takes its "unofficial" status seriously. Aside from the introduction, it doesn't seem to discuss the films, with specificity, hardly at all. If you're expecting a match between specific movies and recipes, you'll be out of luck. For instance, the book...

The Complete Guide to Food Photography Review

The Complete Guide to Food Photography Review

This is not only what I consider to be The most beautiful book of the year, but it is also one of the most helpful books of the year for those who take photos of food (whether through accident or design). Its most striking feature is the gorgeous photography...

New Pasture-Raised Chicken Bone Broth

New Pasture-Raised Chicken Bone Broth

Sustainable agriculture and wellness innovator, Azuluna Foods, is proud to have Beachbody Super Trainer, Xtend Barre founder and motivation expert Andrea Leigh Rogers as a spokesperson for the launch of their nutrient-dense, pasture-raised chicken bone broth crafted...

Pastel Rainbow Cake

Pastel Rainbow Cake

We made this gorgeous pastel rainbow cake for Easter and it turned out amazing! We actually used Duff's cake mix, but I cannot find it anywhere anymore. I assume they don't make it anymore 🙁 I love the pastel colors of this pretty cake, with a softer take on your...

Edward & Sons Vegan Bouillon

Edward & Sons Vegan Bouillon

I'm really happy with these bouillon cubes, for many reasons. They're so easy to use and I'm glad they don't include any chicken in them. I think that since they left that out, they worked extra hard at making sure they tasted extra good! I made a delicious pureed...

Nature’s Path Keto Cereal

Nature’s Path Keto Cereal

Just about all the adults in my family are doing keto right now, and we're always so excited to find new foods that will be convenient to eat and keto friendly! I was happy to see that Nature’s Path Organic Foods is doubling down on keto breakfast offerings with a new...

Review: Made In California

Review: Made In California

Like many of you, one of my favorite memories from childhood is going out to eat with my family. Since we were native Californians, and my father worked in downtown Los Angeles, he seemed to know all the best places -- whether fancy or casual. Over the years, it was...

Award-Winning Vegan Parma!

Award-Winning Vegan Parma!

This is my favorite topping for baked potatoes and popcorn!  I love all four varieties.  Whether you are vegan or not, Parma! is a delicious sprinkle that gives so much delicious flavor to any meal or snack! It was created in Oregon just over 15 years ago by Sister...

Organic and GF Ice Cream Cones

Organic and GF Ice Cream Cones

With Summer close at hand, check out these deliciously nutritious organic and gluten-free ice cream cone options available from Edward & Sons (www.edwardandsons.com), a pioneer in the plant-based foods industry that first introduced Miso-Cup® instant soup and...

The Best Coconut Products!

The Best Coconut Products!

Have you tried Edward & Sons coconut products? They have an amazing variety, including coconut flour and curry coconut milk! Founded in 1978, Edward & Sons Trading Company, Inc. (www.edwardandsons.com) was born out of a commitment to create convenient vegan and...

PB & J Flower Sandwiches

PB & J Flower Sandwiches

These adorable flower sandwiches are made with peanut butter and jelly (or cream cheese and jelly, or any other fillings) are perfect for parties, lunch boxes, or snacks. I love how the jelly makes the perfect center to the flower! My kids love these and really enjoy...

The Cookie Department Keto Cookies!

The Cookie Department Keto Cookies!

I try to stick with a low sugar diet, so I love finding new treats that I can actually eat! These Keto cookies from The Cookie Department are so tasty and help me to not feel deprived at all with my food restricted diet. I love eating them after warming them up for a...

The No Sugar Baker’s Cookbook Review

The No Sugar Baker’s Cookbook Review

Since some of my extended family members suffered from diabetes-related illnesses, leading to untimely ends, I decided to try to avoid sugary foods as much as I can, to make sure I never have to worry about diabetes or any other sugar-related diseases. But recently, I...

Mochi Magic Review

Mochi Magic Review

I love how this charming book features recipes for all different kinds of mochi, showcasing all that mochi has to offer. There are chapters on the Mochi-making Basics, the dough, the fillings, decorating with mochi, pounded mochi, odango balls, and baked mochi. Each...

Nourish Me Home Cookbook Review

Nourish Me Home Cookbook Review

This is a beautiful, hard-bound cookbook with super healthy recipes and foods that I haven't seen elsewhere. There are recipes for families or just one or two people. It features lots of ideas beyond strict limits of contemporary diets, including paleo and vegan...

A Good Meal Is Hard to Find Review

A Good Meal Is Hard to Find Review

What a refreshingly authentically delicious cookbook! I have seen more than a few "southern" cookbooks in my time, living in Tallahassee so long, but, my word! I opened this up and the very first recipe is for homemade mayonnaise. My goodness, I thought, this is the...

The Grand Central Market Cookbook Review

The Grand Central Market Cookbook Review

Since I was born in Los Angeles, I have a place in my heart for the Grand Central Market, but even better than the nostalgia for me, is the amazing mix of flavors and tastes from all around the world, all in one place. I loved walking through the market and enjoying...

Cake, I Love You Cookbook Review

Cake, I Love You Cookbook Review

If I was going to compete on Cupcake Wars, or any other baking competition, televised or not -- this is the book I'd use to prepare. And I'd win, too, because these recipes are amazing inventive and so, so delicious! (Even though these are technically cake recipes,...

Martha Stewart’s Slow Cooker Review

Martha Stewart’s Slow Cooker Review

Our family uses our slow cooker as much or more than anyone I know as it is just incredibly convenient and budget friendly. As a big fan of Martha Stewart, I was very excited to see this new book from her with slow cooker recipes. It covers everything from appetizers...

Wonder Melon Juices

Wonder Melon Juices

I really wish I could eat watermelon all year round, but I sure do try to enjoy it as much as I can while it is ripe in the Summer. I was really glad to find out about delicious Wonder Melon drinks! They're so good and refreshing, with unique and yummy flavors. Here's...

Synergy Juice Powders – Easy way to Get Nutrition!

Synergy Juice Powders – Easy way to Get Nutrition!

I'm so excited to find Synergy's new juice powders! I love juicing, but I don't love cleaning 17 parts of my juicer every time I make some carrot juice. Just adding a teaspoon of veggie powders to a cup of water is soo much easier. And it tastes great! Carrot and...

The Cottage Kitchen Cookbook Review

The Cottage Kitchen Cookbook Review

Like its author, The Cottage Kitchen offers a sophisticated perspective on the joys and wonders of things both simple and honest. After spending busy years traveling the globe as a world-class photographer, author Marte Marie Forsberg (mmforsberg.com and...

Seasoned Eggs

Seasoned Eggs

May is National Egg Month, and I wanted to let you know about the Eggs Are Healthy campaign, where the FDA is being  petitioned to update its guidelines around what can be deemed ‘healthy’ – spoiler organic eggs can’t but sugary cereal can.. Click here to find out...

Gifts In A Jar

Gifts In A Jar

Have you ever made these for gifts before? This a video from Midwest Living which gives several good tips on how to easily layer a cookie mix in a jar. With their decorating ideas, they turn out really cute and are really fun to give or receive! If you can't find...

Heritage Baking Cookbook Review

Heritage Baking Cookbook Review

This is a fascinating (and well-designed) cookbook and exploration into the world of "heritage" baking, which means creating your own starter (instead of conventional yeasts) and pairing that with heirloom grains. Together, bakers can create flavorful breads that one...

Sesame Tahini Products

Sesame Tahini Products

TWO YUMMY NEW SESAME PRODUCTS! Absolutely Gluten Free Tahini Bars Re-Branded to Mighty Sesame New! Mighty Sesame Whole Seed (Un-Hulled) & Regular Creamy Squeezable Tahini Tahini is a superfood. Loaded with protein, vitamins and minerals, it’s a great alternative...

Buttercream Basics

Buttercream Basics

If you are interested at all in learning more about cake decorating, this book is fantastic! Everyone that has come into my house, seen it and flipped through it all said, "I have to get this book!" It is a larger size paperback book and it's filled with clear photos...

Fresh Tastes Cookbook Review

Fresh Tastes Cookbook Review

This is a truly useful cookbook. It offers the kind of flavor profiles that families like mine want and enjoy nowadays, yet really need some help figuring out how to create those kinds of recipes. For example, I love Southeast Asian dishes but didn't know how to get...

Valerie’s Home Cooking Review

Valerie’s Home Cooking Review

My family loves Food Network, and one of our favorite chefs is Valerie Bertinelli. We appreciate how down-to-Earth she is, and love when she updates classic traditional recipes we all grew up with, but would like to make for our family today. We're often really busy...