Berry Banana Almond Delight

Berry Banana Almond Delight

Over the years, I’ve shared my journey with whole foods, organic, junk and everything in between. It’s a continuous balance of choosing that which is best for our family, yet making it manageable. When my teens were toddlers, I was smack dab in the throws...
Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe (Makes Great Sandwiches too)

Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe (Makes Great Sandwiches too)

Have you ever had those moments when you decide to just have “a bite”, and then too many bites later, you are still standing over that same bowl? Please tell me I am not alone! This Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe is just one of those addicting dips that is...
Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole Recipe (5 Minute Prep)

Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole Recipe (5 Minute Prep)

Be still my heart! I know it’s wrong to look at this picture and swoon, but I have a serious love affair with potatoes. Yes, I am not proud of that fact, but it’s true. Potatoes are my absolute favorite food in the whole world, and if I sat at the fancy...
How to Make Pumpkin Puree & Save Money

How to Make Pumpkin Puree & Save Money

Last week, I shared on my Balancing Beauty and Bedlam Facebook page about my love of all things fall, including my yummy and oh, so easy, Pumpkin Bar Recipe. A few statuses later, after I got everyone excited about quadrupling my Pumpkin Bar recipe, I mourned the high...
Veggie Cake (Great Twist on the Typical Veggie Platter)

Veggie Cake (Great Twist on the Typical Veggie Platter)

There’s just nothing better than a great cake on your birthday. Yet, as crazy as it may sound to some of us chocolate lovers, there are times when celebrating without the sweets is a wonderful alternative for  special occasions, especially for friends who are...