Creamy Ricotta Cheesecake

Creamy Ricotta Cheesecake

Mmmm..Cheesecake. I found this recipe in USA Weekend as I was sorting the mail.  I don’t always flip through this paper, but I’m glad I did because as soon as I saw the recipe, I wanted to make it.  It’s an Ellie Krieger recipe, so 

Pinspiring Recipes for the Weekend

What I’m making this weekend: Bibimbap for dinner on Friday with friends: Shibuya Punch for cocktails on Friday: Lime Margarita Bars for dessert on Friday: Kentucky Bourbon Chex Mix for a snack at a party on Saturday:   I’m also making Pineapple Martinis on Friday 

Gluten Free Lasagna with Tinkyada Noodles

A friend of ours has  taken an interest in cooking over the last year and got a homemade sauce recipe from his mom.  Lo was at his house one day when he made lasagna and he came home raving about the sauce.  Lo asked him 

Warm Potato Toss with Spinach and Feta

Warm Potato Toss with Spinach and Feta

I made this tasty side dish last year to go with some grilled grub. Neither of us really like typical potato salad, so this was a nice substitute.  The bean sprouts were a great addition for a little crunch, though I wouldn’t go out of my 

Slow Cooker Baked Beans

Slow Cooker Baked Beans

I love baked beans – a lot.  I don’t like many canned baked beans, but I used to love these: yes, baked beans with chicken.  I used to eat half a can and call it dinner.  Kind of gross, huh?  I’m not sure that they 

Gluten-Free Wonder Buns

Gluten-Free Wonder Buns

Gluten-free buns and bread have come a long way in taste and texture, but they are still pretty pricey and I usually forget to buy them anyway.  Last year I made these Wonder Buns a few times, but then mostly forgot about them.  I’m pretty happy 

Lo’s Birthday & the Best Gluten Free Yellow Cake Mix

Lo’s Birthday & the Best Gluten Free Yellow Cake Mix

As with most of my posts with pictures, this one is WAY overdue – well, 19 days anyway.  Lo had a birthday this month and we took the day off because he hates working on his birthday – plus it fell on a Friday, so 

Gluten Free Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Muffins

Gluten Free Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Muffins

Gluten Free Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Muffin I’m definitely not vegan, but when I had 4 VERY brown bananas hanging out in the fridge that needed used and no eggs, I figured a vegan recipe was my best option! I googled around until I 

Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates

Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates

We had Mediterranean-themed potluck for my co-worker’s wedding shower since they were taking a Mediterranean cruise for their honeymoon.  I planned to bring a chickpea salad, but the night before I decided to also do cream cheese stuffed dates so that I could have something 

Burger King New Menu Review and BK® Crown Card Giveaway

As a member of MyBlogSpark, I was given the opportunity to participate in the Burger King New Menu Spark.  Burger King has recently added several new menu items including made-to-order Garden Fresh Salads, Snack Wraps, Real Fruit Smoothies, Frappés and Crispy Chicken Strips,and MyBlogSpark sent