I love kitchen gadgets. They are my favorite gift to get and I put my kitchen gadgets to use on a regular basis. I get messages from friends wanting to know what I think of my kitchen gadgets pretty regularly so I thought I'd blog about my favorites that I use regularly.My daughters got me a Ninja Foodie 5-1 Grill for Christmas this year. I love it … [Read more...]
NaNoWriMo Day 1 of 30
Today is the first day of NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) 2015. In 2012 I wrote Puffy & Blue: The Chronicles of Nine Lives Together during NaNoWriMo which I published in 2015. In 2013 I wrote The Tough Side of Love during it. It was a book I needed to write, but am not ready to publish it. Both years I reached the 50,000 word count and … [Read more...]
Perfectly Smooth Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe
Print Perfectly Smooth Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe Author: Kayla Fioravanti Recipe type: Desserts Cuisine: American Prep time: 2 hours Cook time: 15 mins Total time: 2 hours 15 mins Serves: 8 I have tried several chocolate ice cream recipes that have left me disappointed. The recipes … [Read more...]
Organic Honey Caramels
Honey caramels are one of my favorite recipes. This recipe is super simple and delicious. I normally use organic ingredients, but it can be made either way. Ingredients 1 1/3 cup Organic Honey ½ cup Organic Butter 2 cups Organic Heavy Whipping Cream 1.In a heavy saucepan combine honey, butter and 1 cup of the heavy cream. 2. Set the … [Read more...]
Deviled Eggs
If you have a fridge full of hard boiled eggs, this recipe will come in handy. It is a variation on the classic with some healthier choices. I made the switch to Grapeseed Oil Vegenaise after taste testing every healthy mayonaise choice on the market. It tastes so close to the real stuff that my kids never even noticed when I swapped it … [Read more...]
Lavender Brownies
Lavender Brownies contain two of my favorite things -- chocolate and lavender! They are worth making, even if only for the fact that they make my kitchen smell like lavender and chocolate together. Once these babies were cooled, they were taste tested and approved! You will love this sweet delight. Lavender Brownies 2 sticks Butter ½ … [Read more...]
Mean Chicken Chili Recipe
I made up this chili recipe one day while making homemade salsa. That is the first hint that this chili is HOT and SPICY. I like to use organic ingredients as much as possible but I've written the recipe without listing organic so you can decide for yourself. This recipe is a bit more time consuming than your average chili but it is worth every … [Read more...]
Chocolate Tacos Recipe
Chocolate Tacos make a great dessert for any occasion. They are simple to make and delicious to eat. Chocolate Taco Ingredients 1 box Taco Shells 1 carton Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream (or your favorite flavor) 1 bag Chocolate Chips (Milk or Dark Chocolate) Directions Melt chocolate chips and dip outside of taco shell. Or you … [Read more...]
Jalapeños Cheddar Cheesecake
My favorite appetizer to serve for a Super Bowl Party (or any party really) is a spicy savory twist on cheesecake! Spicy jalapeños tamed and enhanced with the addition of cheddar cheese and a cilantro sour cream topping makes this nontraditional treat something everyone will remember. The corn bread crust add just the right flavor to make … [Read more...]
Guinness Stew Recipe
When I finished my adventure to the top of the Cliffs of Moher, I met my friends at a local pub that was famous for Guinness Stew. It was amazing, either because I was starving or because it truly was the best Guinness Stew. I memorized the flavors and when I came back to America, I recreated the stew. Enjoy this hearty stew! Ingredients 1 … [Read more...]
Mohnkuchen Recipe
My dad and I were huge fans of Mohnkuchen when we lived in Germany. Mohnkuchen is made from poppy seeds. It was our favorite shared dessert. Last year I set out to figure out how to make it. There are several versions of Mohnkuchen, but I was searching to make one that was reminiscent of the version we ate while living in Neider Roden, Germany. … [Read more...]
