After all, it’s not a true Kentucky Derby party without the food or mint juleps! The Kentucky Derby is an annual horse race held on the first Saturday of May in Louisville, Kentucky. Most people look forward to the race, while others are entertained by the horses’ curious names. I, on the other hand, am most excited about the food. Buttermilk fried chicken, mint julep, bourbon balls… I could go on and on!...

A classic pantry staple, dried grapes are a fantastic addition to any sweet treat. They store well, they’re economical, and they add a quick hit of fruity flavor to your dessert dishes. They’ll work beautifully in cakes and sprinkled on top of puddings. And I love their chewy texture in cookies, muffins, and scones. You can even make them the star of the show with a juicy raisin pie! Healthy cooks love raisins, as they’re an easy way of sweetening desserts without resorting to sugar or artificial syrups....

Road trips aren’t complete without snacks. Be sure you’ve packed enough nourishment for the long drive! Whether you’re in the mood to indulge or want something clean to nibble on, I have you covered. This last has everything from healthy roasted chickpeas to sinful caramel corn. Fill up the tank and get your itineraries ready. This list will take care of the snacks. 21 Healthy Snacks for Your Next Road Trip 1....

It’s not as easy as you think, right? Don’t worry; I’ve done the hard work, so you don’t have to. Also, these treats go way beyond green smoothies! I know they’re healthy and all, but I want something sweet and maybe even a little sinful! With that in mind, I’ve found 21 delightful desserts that start with G, including some great grapes and groovy golden Oreos. Let’s dig in!...

Honey is the bright and golden nectar brought to us by bees. It’s sweet, sticky, and simply spectacular. If you think sugar is the best way to sweeten your desserts, these honey desserts will prove you wrong. Honey’s nuanced flavor will add uniqueness to your sweet treats. And while it does contain more calories than sugar (64 vs. 49 per tablespoon), it’s sweeter, so you don’t need to add as much....

Yes, there’s plenty of fruit in this list of over 20 creative dishes, but I’ll bet you’ve never tasted these flavorful fruit fusions. From the tropical flavors of pineapple and mango to the summery taste of fresh berries, these fruity combinations will have you drooling. Fancy something more decadent? How about a strawberry shortcake salad? Or a blueberry cheesecake salad? Light and fruity, or sinfully delicious, these dessert salads are the perfect way to round off a meal....

If you haven’t been looking for ways to add more chia seeds into your diet, you may be wondering why anyone would want to do that in the first place. Easy! Because chia seeds are excellent! They provide you with a ton of nutrients but have very few calories and are an excellent source of antioxidants. They’re also high in fiber, protein, and Omega-3 fatty acids. Plus, there’s evidence to support the fact that they may even help you lose weight and decrease your risk of heart disease....

They’re bright, fresh, and sure to wake up your tastebuds. Even if you’re not a fan of plain ol’ dill pickles, I think you’ll find something on here to love. I mean, have you ever tried pickled onions? This list of pickled recipes is ideal for anyone who loves acidity in their food. But don’t worry, it’s not all pickles and beets. In fact, I think the first pickling recipe might just surprise you!...

Yes, the paleo diet does have its own benefits, but let’s be honest, life without bread is not life at all. Luckily, the culinary world has found ways to make bread in a non-traditional way. Thanks to recipes such as the ones below, paleo peeps can enjoy a good slice of bread while still skipping grains, dairy, and processed food. And mind you, these paleo breads are not dry nor bland and tough, at all!...

And once you see just how versatile these blenders are, you’ll never go back! For starters, they’re incredibly powerful, so you won’t have to worry about them overheating when you’re on that third batch of margaritas! Making smoothies and milkshakes is a breeze in a Vitamix, with the blades effortlessly cutting through frozen fruits and ice to make them silky smooth. But my favorite feature, by far, has to be that you can make soup right in the blender....

From cheese and vegetables to peanut butter and eggnog: when it comes to pies, you’ll have limitless choices. A good pie crust can handle any kind of filling, and in this list, I’m giving you 31 options to choose from. These recipes are also a snap to prepare. You won’t need to be a pie pro to achieve pie perfection. Whether you’re craving something salty, savory, sweet, or spicy, this collection of winter pies will surely drive your taste buds crazy....

As a cookie addict, there’s no such thing as a bad cookie in my book. Seriously, without cookies, I’d crumble. However, while I love cookies in all shapes, flavors, and sizes, these, in particular, are especially perfect for winter. In this collection, you’ll find gingersnaps, biscotti, and Mexican hot chocolate cookies to warm your body on a snowy day. I also have something festive such as polar bear cookies, Santa Oreos, and candy cane cookies to make your holiday celebration more memorable....

FavoritePinShare These perfectly cooked air fryer hard-boiled eggs will blow your mind! Convenient, quick, and easy to peel every time, they will be your go-to for some quick protein for any meal! This method of making hard-boiled eggs will make your life so much easier! Once you make them in the air fryer, you won’t want to make them any other way. Use these hard boiled eggs in some of these classic recipes like my famous egg salad, classic deviled eggs, or try my unique avocado egg salad!...

FavoritePinShare Amazing Steak Fajitas have tender marinated, juicy steak with colorful bell peppers wrapped in a soft shell tortilla topped with all your favorites. A complete dinner in 45 minutes! Fajitas are a fun and adds so much flavor to the dinner table! If you love fajitas as much as I do try this Sheet Pan Salsa Verde Chicken Fajitas, Sheet Pan Garlic Lime Salmon Fajitas or 20 Minute Skillet Blackened Shrimp Fajitas....

FavoritePinShare This classic Coffee Cake is super easy to whip up and makes a great companion to your morning routine. It will soon become your favorite sweet brunch dish to serve for any celebrations you’re hosting or just any time the mood strikes. If you love coffee cake everything, you will for sure love these Coffee Cake Muffins, or these Coffee Cake Scones, or this Skinny Blueberry Coffee Cake. Coffee Cake Recipe When I first discovered coffee cake, I was surprised to find out it doesn’t actually have any coffee in it....

FavoritePinShare These cheesy stuffed pork chops are juicy and tender and baked to perfection! These not only make any dinner look fancy but they also taste amazing! Don’t forget to make a few sides to go with this delicious meal! A few of my tried and true favorites are this asparagus, these yummy crockpot mashed potatoes and these delightfully easy dinner rolls! Stuffed Pork Chops Recipe If you have been looking for a new and delicious meal for your family then these stuffed pork chops will be the perfect fit!...

My easy homemade BBQ Sauce for Ribs is the only BBQ sauce you will ever want to use! This deliciously simple recipe for BBQ sauce takes only 15 minutes to make, and is the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy. Excellent on ribs, brisket, and more! Best Ribs BBQ Sauce My family and I grill out as often as we can, and in my opinion, you can’t have a cookout without making ribs!...

FavoritePinShare Apple Pecan Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting Browned Butter and Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars Apple Nachos Caramel Apple Hand Pies Mini Caramel Apple Galettes Caramel Toffee Apple Cake Apple Cinnamon White Cake Autumn Apple Salad with a Maple Vinaigrette Healthier Applesauce Spice Bread Chocolate Toffee Apple Dip Apple Cream Cheese Crumb Muffins Caramel Apple French Toast Bake Brown Sugar Glazed Apple Cinnamon Baked Donuts Slow Cooker Caramel Apple Pudding Cake...

FavoritePinShare Sour Cream Pound Cake is rich, tender and buttery, perfect for any occasion. This cake is so scrumptious, it doesn’t need much of a topping, just a fork to eat it with. Cake is amazing, it’s versatile in both flavor, taste, and texture, it is the perfect dessert every time. Try these other favorites, Tiramisu, Red Velvet and Cake! Sour Cream Pound Cake Recipe This is the best sour cream pound cake I have ever tasted!...

FavoritePinShare Any of you that are friends with an Australian will know that when it comes to dessert we love our Pavlova. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, smothered in freshly whipped cream and topped with fruit, what’s not to love! It really is the perfect dessert, and in honor of being asked to guest post over here I thought I would share my spin on the classic Pav (which is Aussie for Pavlova)....