Recipes

Breakfast

Self-Filled Cupcakes II

Cupcakes with a surprise filling—often cream cheese or chocolate—baked right in, making for a rich, layered dessert without extra effort.

Banana Bread

I snuck 1 cup of zucchini into my morning oats (think zucchini bread) along with a ripe banana to sweeten them naturally and loved how these Zoats or Zucchini Oats turned out for a high-fiber, healthy breakfast.

Banana Bread

Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese

Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese – an EASY way to enjoy the flavors of Fall for breakfast on bagels, toast, muffins or my favorite, Pumpkin Banana Bread.

Breakfast

PHILLY Blackforest Stuffed Cupcakes

Decadent chocolate cupcakes filled with PHILLY cream cheese and cherry filling, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings—a cupcake twist on the classic Black Forest cake.

Breakfast

Frog Cupcakes

Whimsical frog-themed cupcakes, often decorated with green frosting and candy eyes—fun for kids’ parties, school events, or animal-themed celebrations.

Breakfast

Easter Surprise Cupcakes

Festive cupcakes with a hidden candy or cream center, decorated for spring with pastel colors and Easter-themed toppers.

Breakfast

Carrot Ginger Cupcakes with Spiced Cream

Moist carrot cupcakes enhanced with zesty ginger, topped with a warmly spiced cream cheese frosting—a fresh twist on a classic.

Breakfast

Lemon Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Tangy lemon cupcakes with a rich cream cheese frosting—bright, citrusy, and slightly decadent.

Noodles & Pasta

Tortellini Pasta Salad

Chilled tortellini pasta salad with veggies and homemade vinaigrette—perfect for BBQs and easy to make ahead.

Noodles & Pasta

Stuffed Shells Recipe

Delicious Stuffed Shells with Cottage Cheese are protein-packed, vegetarian, and the perfect dinner for comfort food lovers!

Breakfast

Black Bottom Cupcakes II

Another variation of the cream cheese–filled chocolate cupcake—deliciously rich with a soft, fudgy base.

Noodles & Pasta

Orzo with Bacon, Peas, Spinach and Lemon

This easy Orzo with Bacon, Leeks, Peas, Spinach and Lemon is a one-pot meal that’s sure to become a regular on your dinner rotation!

Noodles & Pasta

Greek Orzo Salad Recipe

Greek Orzo Salad is a light and refreshing pasta salad made with orzo, feta, lemon, and crisp veggies. Perfect as a summer side dish or light lunch, and great with anything off the grill.

Breakfast

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcake

Chocolate cupcakes stuffed with raw (safe) cookie dough—dreamy for dessert lovers who can’t choose between cookies and cake.

Noodles & Pasta

Chicken Pasta Primavera Recipe

One-Pot Creamy Chicken Pasta Primavera made with lean chicken breast, spring veggies, and a light cream sauce. A delicious, high-protein dinner idea!

Noodles & Pasta

Penne alla Vodka with Chicken

This healthier penne alla vodka with chicken is made with no heavy cream! Pureed roasted vegetables are my secret for a creamy vodka sauce that tastes just as good as the original.