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October 24, 2014

Easy Nutella and Pumpkin Eclair Dessert

If you're a fan of cream puffs (which I totally am) you're going to love this super easy eclair dessert.  Because it's make in a jelly roll pan it's like one big eclair and it's easy enough that a kid could make it.  I love this dessert and I love that you can mix and match fillings and toppings. … Read More »

October 22, 2014

What Kind of Slow Cooker Do You Use?

I've received the questions "What kind of slow cooker should I buy? What do you use?" many times in my life.  Lots of people want to know what I would recommend.  I've decided to compile all my answers into one spot.  Hopefully it will be helpful to you! I have several slow … Read More »

October 19, 2014

Finding Affordable Airfare for Travel is Half the Battle

This is the second article in a series of posts about travel that my husband, Greg, is writing.  In the first post Greg talked about why cruising is the best vacation.  If you have a question for Greg please email me at [email protected] and he will answer your question in an … Read More »

October 16, 2014

Slow Cooker Creamy Quinoa and Turkey (or Chicken) Soup

A creamy soup that is filled with turkey, quinoa, veggies and topped with bacon crumbles.  It's adult and kid approved in my house.  This soup is perfect for when you have turkey (or chicken) leftovers. Save this recipe on Pinterest! Creamy Quinoa and Turkey (or Chicken) Soup in the … Read More »

October 14, 2014

Crock-Pot® Slow Cooker Giveaway for Crocktober!

Happy Crocktober! I have loved loved loved this month so far.  It has been absolutely BEAUTIFUL here and I am trying to enjoy every single day of it.  When the weather starts to dip into cooler temperatures you'll definitely want to break out your Crock-Pot® Slow Cooker and make … Read More »

October 12, 2014

Why Cruising is the Best Vacation

Cruising is the best vacation! My husband, Greg, loves planning cruises.  We have been going on cruises regularly for the last 5 years.  He has become quite the cruise expert.  When anyone has questions about going on a cruise or finding airfare they always contact him!  I've … Read More »

October 10, 2014

3 Gluten-Free Recipes for Halloween!

Taco Hummus It's getting closer and closer to Halloween! If you're hosting a Halloween party I have some good ideas for you today! When I'm planning a party I always think of the menu first. After all, isn't that the most important part?! With Halloween there is inevitably going to be a ton of … Read More »

October 8, 2014

20 Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes

Many people think that the only thing that can come out of the slow cooker are unhealthy, heavy, processed meals.  Not so, my friends, not so!  There are many ways to use your slow cooker and it includes more than roast and soup and cream of mushroom soup chicken.  I've compiled a … Read More »

October 6, 2014

Slow Cooker Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup (Zupas Cafe Copy Cat Recipe)

A creamy, cheesy, crockpot cauliflower soup that is similar to the version served at Cafe Zupas.   This soup is best when served with crumbled bacon on top! The other night I went to Zupas (a really great cafe with soups, salads and sandwiches) with my sister-in-law.  She convinced me … Read More »

October 3, 2014

Lemon Chicken Scallopini

One of my very favorite dinners growing up was "lemon chicken."  It remains one of my personal favorites to this day.  It is a pan cooked chicken breast that has a buttery lemon sauce.  My whole family loves this chicken and we can't get enough!   Happy Fun Friday! (the … Read More »

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