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Marbled Star Cookies #ChristmasSweetsWeek

This marbled star cookies post is sponsored in conjunction with ChristmasSweetsWeek. I received product samples from sponsor companies to aid in the creation of the ChristmasSweetsWeek recipes. All opinions are mine alone. I love making these marbled star cookies for Christmas and although I always use the same recipe, I change the icing colors depending [Read More…]

L’Oreal Paris Revitalift – Does It Work? Take the #RevitaliftChallenge and See

I took the L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Triple Power two-week challenge as part of a sponsored activation, but as always, my opinions of the product are solely my own. I gave myself an early Christmas gift this year by treating my skin to some serious hydration. Between the dry winter heat and the ticking of time, [Read More…]

How to Maintain Healthy Holiday Habits

Optimum Nutrition on the go protein snacks

This post was sponsored by Optimum Nutrition as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Do you ever wish Thanksgiving leftovers could last you until Christmas? And you could just skate through the entire month of December without having to grocery shop or cook? Or maybe that’s [Read More…]

Cranberry Fire Roasted Cornbread

This cranberry fire roasted cornbread recipe played a starring role in my Thanksgiving dinner this year, and I can’t wait to bring it back for Christmas dinner as well. It’s a definite keeper, and it’s perfect for a holiday meal… especially since it’s easy to make. The secret is to start with a package of [Read More…]

Bentonville, Arkansas – A Hidden Gem in the Ozarks You HAVE to Visit!

I had the chance to explore Bentonville, Arkansas for a hosted immersion experience recently, and I found myself enchanted by this culinary and cultural hidden gem of the Ozarks. I hesitate to even call it “hidden” though because the Bentonville secret is getting out, and people are flocking to move there in droves. (An average [Read More…]

Visiting Asheville During the Holidays | Gingerbread & Mountains

As you may know, I relocated to Asheville, NC about eight months ago. But before I landed here for good, I had to scope out the situation—see where I might want to live, check out the restaurant scene, and of course, take a spin on the infamous Blue Ridge Parkway. And since I had the [Read More…]

Veggie Tots Omelette (Inspired by St. Jude Patient Artwork!)

I was inspired to make this veggie tots omelette recipe after I saw the artwork on the Green Giant Veggie Tots packaging. It’s created by St. Jude patients! How wonderful is that?! My friends at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® told me about it and I practically begged them to send me some, so I [Read More…]

Slow Cooker Phillies

These slow cooker Philly cheese steak sandwiches were inspired by a sponsored partnership with Ricos Cheese. All opinions are my own. I’ve always loved a classic Philly cheese steak, but I don’t always feel like doing the griddling that goes with it. Or the cheese slicing. Or the cooking. Ha! Just kidding… I love the […]

Queso Fundido – A Holiday Appetizer Tradition

his Queso Fundido recipe post is sponsored by Real California Milk but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. The best part of the holidays is being with the people I love the most, but my food traditions are a close runner-up. Between the taste of those favorite recipes and the memories that […]

Sausage, Apple and Cheddar Skillet

This sausage, apple and cheddar skillet recipe post is sponsored by Bays English Muffins. All views expressed are my own. Oh, how I crave this sausage, apple and cheddar skillet! It’s impossibly delicious, and I love how it combines savory ingredients (I’m a huge savory fan!) with just a hint of sweetness from the apples. […]

Seeing the Beauty of Tennessee Fall Colors for the First Time

Thank you Tennessee Tourism for sponsoring this post. Plan your vacation to Tennessee, and experience the beauty with more to see! Fall is my favorite season in large part because of the changing leaf colors, and it always makes me sad when I’m oohing and aahing about it and my boyfriend doesn’t share my enthusiasm. […]

Hamilton County, Indiana Restaurants – Where to Go for the Best Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Dessert

Did you know there’s a world of great eats just outside of Indianapolis? There is! I had the pleasure of eating my way through a bunch of Hamilton County Indiana restaurants a while back and I can’t stop thinking about them. Still. Here are the most satisfying, mouthwatering and memorable restaurants I visited. Whether it’s […]

Fall Fun in Hendricks County Indiana

Autumn is in full swing and there are oodles of ways to have fall fun in Hendricks County, Indiana. Conveniently located just 10 minutes west of Indianapolis, Hendricks County makes a great day trip or weekend getaway destination. Fall Fun in Hendricks County, Indiana Scarecrows on Display in Danville Stroll around the downtown Danville Courthouse […]