Maybe it’s because I live a relatively drama-free life that I’m so obscenely attracted to spicy food. I’m just not one to drum up a whole lot of drama. I
Friday Faves and Candles Blown
Another birthday has simply flown by and the result was me and my candles being blown away by sweet and caring friends and family. While Justin Bieber
French Onion Cheese Bread
Onions. You either love ‘em or leave ‘em. I’ve always been a fan of melty, gooey cheese with a side of soup so of course my French Onion Soup recipe is my
Why I Cook: For the Love of It
Every couple has a story of what brought them together. An introduction, an event or a shared passion. But what keeps two people together...well...for us,
Friday Faves and Eyes Wide Open
“Don’t worry, I’ve got this. And look at how fun! it comes with 24 carat gold flakes!” These are words best not spoken in a bar. At Caesar’s Palace in Las
Friday Faves and Blogger Meet-Ups
Here we are. 1 down and only 51 more to go. Weeks of 2014 that is. I’m still on the new year, self-improvement train so I’m actively seeking new inspiration,
Strawberry and Quinoa Parfait
This post is sponsored by California Strawberries, whose sweetness will surely inspire you to start the new year right with this Strawberry and Quinoa
Friday Faves and Hello 2014
Well hello 2014. Aren’t you looking pretty dang sexy in your fancy finery? Or maybe you’re showcasing your humble hipsterness. Or getting down with your groovy
Cranberry Baklava Phyllo Cups
A new year calls for new tips in simplicity, especially in the kitchen. Sometimes I’m a short-cut kinda gal, which makes for some interesting cooking
Friday Faves
Well, we’re here. The final countdown to Santa’s sleigh skidding to a stop on slippery, snow covered rooftops far and wide is mere days away. How did the
Beet, Carrot and Pomegranate Salad
This bejeweled beet, carrot, and pomegranate salad is sweet, crunchy, festive and bright—the perfect winter salad recipe. Winter brings with it a lot of
Friday Faves and Thank You’s All Around
Pop the champs and break out the Yahtzee. Here are the top 5 reasons we’re celebrating at Casa del Larsen this week. #1 reason to celebrate, and the most
NEW! FoodieCrush Magazine 2013 Holiday Issue
Helllllo holidays, and a ho-Ho-HO! It's time to don your baking hat and dress yourself up in your most festive holiday apron that you’re surely ashamed of
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Chicken Sausage Pasta
This quick and easy creamy roasted red pepper and chicken sausage pasta is full of awesome flavor and is perfect for busy weeknights. This creamy roasted red
Friday Faves
Babies just wanna be like their mamas. And my pre-teen baby is no different. As I’m coming to terms with this, I’m also discovering my Smudge has some pretty
Currant Cookies and a Cookie Cravings eCookbook Flash Sale
Friendship is a funny thing. You can be the best of friends. Totally inseparable for weeks, months, even years. Then life changes. New friends come into your
Coconut Waffles with Pomegranate Syrup…Or Ice Cream
Maybe it was all of that tropical sun beating on my brain while I celebrated Thanksgiving at the equator. Or maybe it’s just my die hard love of
Friday Faves
I’m starting Thanksgiving early. But this year you won’t find me in the kitchen. While I’m usually hostess with the mostess and making turkey dinner for the
Pumpkin Tiramisu
Pumpkin is incorporated three ways in this fast and easy pumpkin tiramisu recipe. This is a no-bake dessert that would make a great alternative to pumpkin pie
Friday Faves
Hey guys, this week I’m trying something new and focusing exclusively on a my favorite things from the week. Do you miss having one of my recipe links to start
Homemade Sriracha
This Sriracha recipe only has a few ingredients and takes about 15 minutes to make, for a super easy, flavorful condiment you'll want to drizzle over
Hot Shrimp Creamy Cheese Dip
I’m finishing up my unofficial, undeclared week of delicious cream cheese dips with just one more cheesy wonder: Hot Shrimp Creamy Cheese Dip. While I’ve
Caramelized Onion Dip
This creamy caramelized onion dip is infused with Porter beer and is easy to make, full of savory, complex flavors, and guaranteed to be a hit at any
Smoked Salmon Spread
Celebrations call for bites of all sizes, big, small and every other. Luckily, my Smoked Salmon Spread fits the bill no matter how big you’re craving is or the
Autumn Couscous Salad
This autumn couscous salad with butternut squash, fennel, dried cranberries, currants, and sage makes a great light and healthy lunch, or can even be enjoyed as
Apple and Cherry Strudel
My secret to an easy dessert? I start in my grocery store freezer for an Apple and Cherry Strudel that's every bit as easy to pull together as a traditional
Thai Pumpkin Soup
With just 5 simple ingredients, this Thai pumpkin soup delivers a curry and coconut flavor combination more often expected from a pumpkin soup recipe with far
Maple and Brown Sugar Sweet Potato Oatmeal
This simple sweet potato oatmeal is made super easy in the microwave and is a delicious and comforting breakfast on a busy weekday. This Is The Oatmeal I
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burritos
Today's post started out as an assignment for my intern Courtney and turned into a tasty lunch for me. See, I'm smart that way. While Courtney generally helps
Tabasco Braised Chicken with Chickpeas and Kale
This post is sponsored by Tabasco as part of its 10-Ingredient Challenge. Thanks for supporting companies I believe in, which allows me to create more unique
Tabasco Chicken Meatballs in a Spicy Tomato and Apricot Sauce
This post is sponsored by Tabasco. Thanks for supporting companies I believe in, which allows me to create more unique content and recipes for you. Spicy? Yes.
Tabasco Brined Spicy Drumsticks
This post is sponsored by Tabasco. Thanks for supporting companies I believe in, which allows me to create more unique content and recipes for you. Sometimes
