Category Archives: Appetizers & Snacks

Pinwheels Recipes – Mix & Match

By | September 30, 2021

Hey yall! Long time no recipe. I mean LOooooong time. Like years! Ouch! Dang. Well anyway, I recently made these Cajun Ranch Pinwheels for a work function and had a couple people ask about the recipe. Luckily, I had a couple pictures of them so I decided to share them along with some other pinwheel… Read More »

Jalapeno Poppers – Repurposed Leftovers

By | October 23, 2020

Hey guys, I’m here with the follow up recipe for you to use up that Jalapeno Popper Dip if you didn’t finish it off. I know sometimes when I bring a dish to a potluck and there is so much food. A lot of times many of the same type dish shows up and your… Read More »

Apple Walnut Oatmeal Muffins

By | October 16, 2020

Here’s another old recipe that I thought I’d share again since it’s one of the items on my Fall Food Bucket List. I have had a craving for apples and oatmeal lately. I decided to make these Apple Walnut Oatmeal Muffins. These turned out so good and I think they’re my second favorite muffins! Aren’t… Read More »

Jalapeno Popper Dip

By | October 9, 2020

This is a post that I posted on my old blog back 5 years ago maybe. I will never forget though Rob’s reaction to this recipe was “where has then been all my life?!?!” I’ve wanted to make the dip again, but my family just really isn’t big dip eaters. I have used the leftovers… Read More »

Peach Cobbler Muffin Bites

By | March 29, 2018

Recently I needed to bring something for a potluck breakfast. I wanted something new and different. I came up with these Peach Cobbler Muffin Bites. While it’s not quite peach season around here, I’m happy to come up with a recipe that can use canned peaches that way we can enjoy peachy goodness all year… Read More »

Spinach Artichoke Dip

By | December 17, 2017

One of the very first appetizers that I made was this one. It’s crazy to think that I published this recipe back on my old blog back in 2006! How time flies so quickly. Anyway, this Spinach Artichoke Dip is easy and yummy. It makes a ton, but will be gone in no time. Perfect… Read More »

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs {Crockpot}

By | May 3, 2017

Last year for Drew’s homecoming dinner, a group of his friends were meeting up for pictures and dinner at a friend’s house. My responsibility for the meal was to bring an appetizer. Buffalo Chicken Meatballs in the crockpot is what I finally decided to try. They turned out great and were quite a hit with… Read More »

Crockpot Honey Garlic Lil’ Smokies

By | September 5, 2016

Y’all, as you may have noticed I have been in such a cooking slump lately. I just have no excitement or desire to cook and it seems that when I do get in the kitchen, nothing turns out the way I imagined it would. Anyone else feel my pain here? However, I do have a… Read More »

Gluten Free Oatmeal Cheerios Bars (Updated)

By | June 6, 2016

My family and I love to go hiking. We enjoy hiking year round, so even on our summer vacations we’re usually in a location not far from hiking trails. It’s important to be prepared when hiking by bringing water and a healthy snack. Fruit and some type of granola/fruit bar is usually my go to… Read More »

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

By | October 9, 2015

It’s the time of year when pumpkin patches are visited, jack-o-lanterns are carved, and pumpkin seeds are toasted. My kids always enjoy collecting the seeds from the pumpkin, getting all that ooey-gooey inards off the seeds, and toasting them. These always turn out great. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Ingredients: Pumpkin seeds… Read More »

Southwestern Salsa

By | September 4, 2015

I always enjoy going to “covered dish” events. Being the foodie that I am, I love food and trying new recipes makes me heart and my taste buds happy. When we were at the lake with our Scout Troop, I got to try a few new recipes that I kept a mental note of. One… Read More »

Nutella Pumpkin Bites

By | December 5, 2014

Welcome to the 12 Days of Christmas {Treats}! Today is Day 5 of our 12 Days of Christmas treats and we’re sharing a simple recipe for Nutella Pumpkin Bites. These are not overly sweet and they are not overly pumpkin-flavored either. I’m not a huge fan of pumpkin spice, so I don’t include that in… Read More »

On-The-Go Pizza Bites

By | September 30, 2014

Here’s another easy recipe to whip up before your next tailgate or party. These Pizza Bites are very versatile and can be thrown together at the last minute. Simple finger foods are always the best when your standing around cheering on your favorite team. Servings: 24 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Ingredients:… Read More »