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Banana Mocha Muffins with Espresso Chips

Banana Mocha Muffins with Espresso Chips

If you in need of an energy boost these healthy muffins are divine and contain a little coffee to really get you going.  I was just playing around adding a little of this and that creating these muffins, but I have to say they taste 

Lemon Blueberry Carrot Muffins

Lemon Blueberry Carrot Muffins

Lemon and blueberry taste delightful when paired.  Carrots add a little crunch, lots of vitamins, and a touch of sweetness.  I made these muffins thinking they would last me for the week.  The next day they had all been eaten.  I guess this is a 

Chocolate Fudge

Chocolate Fudge

I have always LOVED fudge!  Whenever we went on vacation I would always find a candy shop and bring home some freshly made fudge.  I had no idea it was so easy to make at home.  I’m sure I will be experimenting with different flavors in months to come. 

Ingredients:

1 ½ cup sweetened condensed milk

1 ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate (I used half chunks and mini chips because that was what I had)

Directions:

  1. Add the condensed milk and chocolate  chips to a small saucepan.  Heat over low heat stirring frequently. 
  2. Spray an 8×8 or slightly smaller glass pan with butter or nonstick spray.
  3. Once the majority of the chips have melted transfer to the 8×8 pan.  I left some chunks to give the fudge texture.
  4. Cool in the refrigerator.  Then enjoy!
Peanut Butter Fudge

Peanut Butter Fudge

It probably isn’t a good thing that I learned how easy it is to make delicious homemade fudge.  If you are craving peanut butter this fudge will satisfy your craving and is so easy to make. Ingredients: 1 ½ cup sweetened condensed milk 1 ¼ 

Thin Mint Brownies

Thin Mint Brownies

Packaged brownie mix doesn’t have to be boring. I made these within minutes on a busy Friday night when we just needed some chocolate.   These brownies have a layer of Girl Scout Thin Mint Cookies in the middle and were topped with dark chocolate 

Tag-a-Long Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies

Tag-a-Long Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies

I usually make brownies from scratch, but after a long week on a Friday night I decided to cheat and use a box mix with a few upgrades.  These brownies have a layer of Girl Scout Tag A Long cookies in the middle and are topped with peanut butter chips. 

Ingredients:

1 package brownie mix (I used Duncan Hines Chewy Fudge mix)

2 eggs

½ cup unsweetened apple sauce

¼ cup water

12 Girl Scout Tag A Long cookies (I used the other half of this mix for Thin Mint Brownies, double this if using 1 9×13 dish)

¼ cup peanut butter chips

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Spray 2 8×8 or 1 9×13 dish with baking spray. 
  2. Add brownie mix, eggs, water, and applesauce to a large bowl.  Mix to combine.
  3. Pour a layer of brownie mix in the bottom of the pan.
  4. Gently press Tag A Long cookies into the brownie mix.
  5. Top with the remaining brownie mix. 
  6. Sprinkle with peanut butter chips.
  7. Bake according to package directions 25-35 minutes until the edges start to firm.
  8. Enjoy!
  9. I cut these into 12 brownies and cooled them in the fridge.  
Strawberry Tres Leches Cake

Strawberry Tres Leches Cake

I was in the mood for strawberries for a Mother’s Day dessert and decided to try this recipe since I had saved it a long time ago.  My family loved this cake.  The strawberry flavor shines and this is a light dessert perfect for the 

Veggie Burgers with Special Sauce

Veggie Burgers with Special Sauce

I love veggie burgers and I am always experimenting with different combinations.  This recipe uses some different ingredients, but the final result is memorable. The special sauce was a memorable addition to these burgers and a sauce I will be making again. Recipe adapted from 

German Style Sweet Potato Salad

German Style Sweet Potato Salad

I love German potato salad!  It was a dish my grandfather used to make that still makes my mouth water.  This is a new spin on an old recipe.

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Ingredients:

2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into ¾ inch pieces

Salt

1 pound turkey bacon cut into 1 inch pieces

1 medium onion diced

2 tablespoons whole grain or stone-ground mustard

¼ cup white vinegar

¼ teaspoon ground pepper

1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Directions:

  1. Put the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with 2 inches of water.  Add 2 tablespoons salt.  Bring to a simmer.  Cook until potatoes are knife-tender 10-15 minutes.  Drain well and put in a large bowl.  Keep warm.
  2. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp 8-10 minutes. 
  3. Remove the bacon and set aside on a paper towel lined plate. 
  4. Add the onions to the skillet and cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Stir the mustard and vinegar into the skillet with the onions.  Whisk to combine.  Let the dressing simmer for a minute. 
  6. Pour the mixture over the sweet potatoes.  Add half the bacon and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Garnish with remaining bacon and parsley. 
  8. Serve hot or cold.
Crabby Asparagus Melts

Crabby Asparagus Melts

Crab with melted cheese is always a winning combination.  The addition of asparagus and whole wheat sandwich thins help lighten this dish. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 1 pound jumbo lump crabmeat 4 tablespoons plain nonfat Greek yogurt 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon