This week started with the end of a bang-up vacation in sunny Venice, CA and flowed into the trip of a lifetime to spectacular Cordova, Alaska. Sadly, just
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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Milkshake
I have to tell you, this wasn't my idea. This milkshake is 100% Smudge. I mean, cereal and ice cream? It's a 10 year old's dream! At first I scoffed the
Friday Faves and a Corn Lover’s Recipe Round-Up
The midwest may lay claim to the best corn in the land (because of the farmers I talked about here and the blogger's recipes here). I'm gonna have to toss this
Bacon Cheddar Chicken Burgers with Guacamole
I try my best when it comes to cooking and baking from scratch for my family and friends. But sometimes, the time it takes to cook from scratch takes a back
Friday Faves and a Father’s Day Favorites Recipe Round-Up
What more is there to say about barn-burner weekends? Except for the fact they go way too fast. So this weekend I'm going to settle on down, take a cog out of
Friday Faves Plus 8 Birthday Cake Recipes Made for Celebrating
Smudge’s birthday was this week. 10. Double digits. How did this happen and where did the time go? To say that she's been jumping, skipping, leaping and
Friday Faves and a Berry-licious Recipe Round-Up
This week simply flew by. Maybe it’s because I was actually home for a stretch without my head in the clouds. Or could be that it was an “official” 4 day week.
S’mores Krispies Bars and a Sweet S’more’s Recipe Round-Up
Snap. Crackle. And mix those krispies with butter, chocolate, marshmallows and graham crackers then let’s start snacking. Those little elves who live in the
Friday Faves
Happy Fri-fri to the TGIF! Another week down the drain and I for one and a happy camper to see it happen. And now, I need your help friends. See, I’m a fan
30 Oscar Worthy Recipes and an Academy Awards Party Hosting Guide
Today's 30 Oscar Worthy Recipes post comes to us from our resident movie fanatic / FoodieCrush contributor / queen of the Academy, Hayley Teater, who every year
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
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
Crushing On Kathy Strahs of Panini Happy Plus Roasted Apple, Brie and Pecan Panini
Each year when the leaves on the trees make their autumnal change, not only does it mean winter will soon be on its way, but it also signals the release of new
Baked Eggs in Stuffed Peppers
Why is it that food seems more special when it's served in its own edible vessel? Spaghetti tacos, cupcake ice cream cones, heirloom tomato salad in frico cups,
Monte Cristo Waffle Sandwich and a Virtual Babyshower
The best part of breakfast is when it can be eaten anytime of day and for just about any occasion. Like for a virtual baby shower for a waffle making queen who
Whole Cherry Syrup
Dollar size chocolate chip pancakes demand a syrup with a statement. This Whole Cherry Syrup stands up waves it's arms in the air like it just doesn't care.
50 Red White and Blue Recipes
Hoist up the flag folks, it's time to celebrate the 4th of July with a round-up in honor of our 50 states with 50 Red White and Blue Recipes. Shish.
Big Traveling Potluck 2013 Recap and Friday Faves
I spent last weekend in the hilly wine and avocado country of Temecula, California, about an hour outside of San Diego. I was there for a food blogging
Strawberry Banana Milkshake
All you need is 4 ingredients to make this sweet and creamy strawberry banana milkshake. Now, you might be thinking to yourself, “Self...Why is Heidi posting
Sweet and Spicy Popcorn Recipe
Before making the change to a low-sodium diet, Jess Goldman Foung, the author of the popular blog Sodium Girl, was like a lot of Americans who ate fried chicken
Coconut Snowball Cookies
(Dear reader, please rewind one month and put this little sing-song to a very popular Holiday jingle in your head as you read...) “It’s finally beginning to
Spooky Fried Mozzarella Eyeballs Plus 5 Scary Recipes
Last Halloween I was beyond impressed with the number of creative and scary recipes I saw bounding about the blogosphere. How do people come up with this
BLT Grilled Cheese plus 10 More BLT Inspired Recipes
No it's not over yet. You may have thought after last week's post of Pasta with Marinated Tomatoes Plus 55 Fresh and Tasty Tomato Recipes, you may have thought
Apple & Blueberry Crumble
Next week is a big week for me, and for you my readers! You'll be seeing a new look for the blog and also the release of the next issue of Foodie Crush! I'm
Baked Apple Cups
Our neighbor has an apple tree. My daughter covets that tree. Patiently waiting. Waiting since spring, when I cut down our apricot tree that I don't think she's
Grilled Pizza and 3 Recipes to Keep You Out of the Kitchen
Baby it's hot outside. Dog days of summer. And just another excuse to fire up the grill. And a little rescuing was what I was in need of, rescue from the same
Rachael Hutchings of La Fuji Mama plus Peko Peko Giveaway
Germany. Paris. Hungary. Malaysia. Tennessee. Japan. So Cal. Slovenia. Italy. China. The influences from travel and living abroad for Rachael Hutchings,
Friday Faves
Hello hello and happy Friday to you! After going back and forth on whether to grow tomatoes this year, I gave in and planted a few cherry tomato plants
Caesar Salad with Garlic Croutons
This Caesar salad with garlic croutons and a creamy homemade Caesar dressing with or without anchovies) makes an easy main meal or favorite side salad for a
12 Vinaigrette and Salad Dressing Recipes
These easy salad dressing recipes with few ingredients are ones you'll use in your regular meal rotation. They're so simple to make and so much better than
Roasted Vegetable Quesadilla
Fajita seasoning flavors make this cheesy roasted vegetable quesadilla an easy way to get more healthy nutrients into your day. One of my favorite health
Chicken Mole Enchiladas
These chicken enchiladas feature an easy, no-cook mole sauce for a delicious twist on enchiladas, and a fast and flavorful weeknight meal. Mexican food is one