summer

2018.  The year Iowa’s spring lasted for two weeks and then had a hot summer.  Because it was snowing all through April, summer snuck up on me this year.  My kids are out of school for the summer, so let’s …

This post may contain affiliate links  Last summer, I started making corn stock in my Instant Pot.  It works out well, it is tasty, and it is a great way to give another life to your corn cobs, that would have …

This Southwestern Broccoli Salad is satisfying and crunchy, filled with vegetables, and has a southwestern flair!  This is the perfect side dish to have alongside tacos! Prep time: 15 minutes Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes. You will want …

I have been a little obsessed with trying out new salad recipes this summer.  For some reason, strawberries always make an appearance on my salads.  If you like this salad, you should also try my Copycat Panera Strawberry Poppyseed Salad. …

My five-year-old now eats three whole tacos on taco night!  Must be all that running around he does.  But seriously, the child is growing like a weed, and I can’t even believe how grown-up he is all of a sudden. Can someone …

Today’s post is being sponsored by Johnsonville.  To find out about all of the products Johnsonville offers for summer grilling- visit their website. Although, we have had some pretty cold and rainy days lately here in Iowa, I am really looking forward …

This Microwave Berry Compote is super easy. It has no added sugar and only takes about 5 minutes to make. But I am going to get into the recipe in more detail at the bottom of this post. First, look …

So yeah. This happened. Do you know that chocolate covered frozen banana bites you can get at Trader Joe’s? Well, they were the inspiration for this dessert. I wanted to make ones that taste like a Snickers Bar. These Frozen …