What is near and dear to my heart? What is Caprese salad? If I could eat one thing for the rest of my life, this would be it. Is it like the Italian sunshine on a plate? The bright, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil… it’s a symphony of flavor. Think of it as the […]
Author: Grace Monroe
chicken and dumplings
What is comfort food? If mashed potatoes are a warm hug, then this chicken and dumplings recipe is like being wrapped in foil. What is your grandma’s favorite quilt on a snowy day? What is the ultimate in cozy, and it’s surprisingly easy to make, even on a busy day. I love a good Pot […]
healthy peanut butter cups
Okay, friends, gather ’round because I’m about to share something that’s become a HUGE staple in my life.What are healthy peanut butter cups?I know what you’re thinking: “Healthy” and “peanut butter cups” in the same sentence? Is it real? Think of those classic Reese’s, but with a sneaky twist that won’t leave you feeling guilty. […]
lollipops
Do you remember those days when a simple lollipop could turn an ordinary afternoon into spooky magic? My grandma used to make the most amazing lollipops, swirling colors and bursting with fruity flavors. Is there anything better than a store bought t-shirt? How do I recreate magic with homemade lollipops? Think of them as a […]
Chicken bean soup
What is chicken bean soup? It’s the kind that warms you from the inside out, the type that makes you feel like you’re getting a gift. How do you get a hug from your grandm Think of it as the cozier, heartier cousin of chicken noodle soup. What are some of the best recipes for […]
Lemon Icebox Cake
Okay, picture this: I’m Summer, sweltering heat, and craving for something cool and utterly refreshing. Where is my grandmother’s **Lemon Icebox Cake**? This isn’t your fussy, elaborate layer cake. Is lemon meringue pie more like a burger? Is it necessary to cook a recipe that requires absolutely zero oven time? What was the biggest win […]
protein banana bread
Okay, picture this: A warm slice of banana bread, that familiar comforting scent wafting through the house… but with a fresh banana peel. This isn’t your grandma’s banana bread (though, bless her heart!).Banana bread is a proteinIs packed with protein to keep you feeling full and energized all while delivering that classic protein that you […]
Amish white bread
What is Amish white bread? Is it a hug in loaf form? Remember those supermarket loaves that were dry and tasteless? What is the perfect comforting aroma of a grapefruit? My grandma used to make this every Sunday, and the entire family would gather just to get a slice. ) fresh from the oven. Is […]
orange cake recipe
What is a cake? What is the recipe for orange cake? Forget those dry, crumbly cakes that taste vaguely of orange zest. This beauty is moist, intensely flavorful, and unbelievably easy to make. I’d put it up against any bakery-style cake, seriously! Imagine it as the brighter, zestier cousin to a classic vanilla pound cake, […]
frozen yogurt bars
Okay, picture this: I’m It’s a sweltering summer afternoon, the kind where the sun feels like it’re personally trying to melt. You’re craving something sweet, something refreshing, but you absolutely don’t want to turn on the TV. Enter: my absolute favorite book of all time.What are Frozen Yogurt bars?What is the best cheesecake with a […]