There are lots of reasons to make homemade taco seasoning instead of relying on a taco seasoning packet. Maybe you have food allergies and want to make sure your taco seasoning is gluten-free. Maybe you’re pinching pennies and realized you’re paying too much for the convenience of a taco seasoning pack. Or maybe you like …

This simple, yet delicious, stovetop side dish comes together quickly so it is perfect for mid-week meals. When lightly tossed with sesame oil, it pairs perfectly with Asian-inspired dishes like Instant Pot Mongolian Beef. In addition, this flavorful dish goes well with everything from roasted chicken breasts to pan-seared pork chops. It makes an easy …

This super easy no-cook appetizer recipe is delicious, and it comes together in just 15 minutes. A cranberry pecan cheese ball is ideal for the busy holiday season or to bring to a potluck. For a larger no-cook appetizer, double the recipe to serve eight people instead of four.  If you purchase goat cheese in …

This easy pressure cooker chili recipe only takes 15 minutes of hands-on prep time. After that, the Instant Pot does all the work for you. If you are lucky enough to have any left over, this chili tastes even better the next day! Serve it over baked potatoes for a second meal. Pressure Cooker Pulled …

Fall has arrived in the Smoky Mountains and Dollywood is celebrating through the end of October with their annual Harvest Festival. My friend Leslie and I got to experience everything Dollywood’s Harvest Festival has to offer from the food, music, and crafts to Great Pumpkin Luminights. Here’s what to expect on your trip to Dollywood …

These cranberry orange muffins are rich and moist thanks to the addition of ricotta cheese. Use your favorite gluten-free cup-for-cup flour to make a GF version that won’t be dry and crumbly. Cranberry Orange muffins are my favorite breakfast treat. When I worked at Atlanta Bread Company in college I would eat one after every …

We’ve made so many fantastic family memories at Great Wolf Lodge, Lagrange. On this trip, we made even more plus added some cousins into the fun! Great Wolf Lodge is the perfect place for multi-generation vacations and family travel. We’re glad our kids made memories with their cousins that will last through adulthood. The first …

This Chinese Green Bean Recipe tastes just like what you’ll find at your favorite Chinese restaurant. All of us love our garden fresh green beans prepared this way, and I’ve made this copycat recipe several times already this season. Sweet T is a picky eater but one healthy food she enjoys is green beans, particularly …

My crafty kids will not let an empty toilet paper roll go in the trash. There’s just too much creative potential there for them I guess! These toilet paper roll binoculars are simple to make and you can use items you already have around the house. Let’s learn how to make binoculars from toilet paper …

These Easter egg potted flowers can be given as gifts during Easter. Or you can just make them as a fun spring craft for kids.  Display them on your tabletop on your office desk.   We will be making this cute miniature potted flowers spring craft that you can make from leftover Easter eggs and …