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Blueberry Pineapple Green Detox Smoothie

July 7, 2014

A refreshing and nutritious smoothie with blueberries, pineapple, flaxseed meal, chia seeds and ginger. [pe2-image src=”http://lh3.ggpht.com/-TpKhzUvzE88/U7mWSx2ajII/AAAAAAAAP_A/BdTocEhD-cQ/s144-o/Blueberry%252520Pineapple%252520Green%252520Detox%252520Smoothie%252520-%252520Life%252520made%252520Sweeter.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/104357654632449509020/Blog502#6033018425202871426″ caption=”Blueberry Pineapple Green Detox Smoothie – Life made Sweeter.jpg” type=”image” alt=”Blueberry Pineapple Green Detox Smoothie – Life made Sweeter.jpg” pe2_single_image_size=”w550″ pe2_img_align=”center” ] It’s been a busy and hot summer so we’ve been keeping cool with lots of…

Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies with Vanilla Cream Frosting

June 18, 2014

Three ingredient peanut butter cookies with a smooth and delicious cream cheese frosting. These Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies are perfect for peanut butter lovers. There isn’t much a good ole classic peanut butter cookie won’t solve. They are a favorite around here but when you take two of these delicious goodies and squish them between a light and creamy vanilla frosting,…

Soba Noodle Salad with Mango, Edamame, Pineapple & Avocado

May 21, 2014

This easy and flavorful soba noodle salad is light and refreshing and can be adapted using any veggies or fruit you have on hand. The mango and pineapple add a tropical twist to this Asian-inspired dish. [pe2-image src=”http://lh3.ggpht.com/-l_pIm14EPLM/U3kPkcAAcKI/AAAAAAAAPi8/3UYgAK4vrWE/s144-o/Soba%252520Noodle%252520Salad%252520with%252520Mango%25252C%252520Edamame%25252C%252520Pineapple%252520%252526%252520Avocado.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/104357654632449509020/Blog502#6014855895995936930″ caption=”Soba Noodle Salad with Mango, Edamame, Pineapple & Avocado.jpg” type=”image” alt=”Soba Noodle Salad with Mango, Edamame,…

Fluffy Greek Yogurt Nutella Swirl Pancakes

March 2, 2014

Extra fluffy Greek yogurt pancakes swirled with a Nutella filling topped with a cream cheese glaze. Makes a special breakfast that will surely brighten up National Pancake Day or any old Tuesday. [pe2-image src=”http://lh3.ggpht.com/-C3-Bi_MVR6U/UxOtY3UEJ3I/AAAAAAAAOik/PzAtEOu_dcM/s144-o/Nutella%252520Swirl%252520Pancakes%252520%252520-%252520Life%252520Made%252520Sweeter.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/104357654632449509020/Blog4#5986318972382095218″ caption=”Nutella Swirl Pancakes – Life Made Sweeter.jpg” type=”image” alt=”Nutella Swirl Pancakes – Life Made Sweeter.jpg” pe2_single_image_size=”w600″ pe2_img_align=”center” ] …

Red Velvet Valentine Macarons

February 10, 2014

Impress your Valentine with these Red Velvet Heart Shaped Macarons filled with cream cheese frosting. The melt in your mouth texture make them a perfect treat any time of year. [pe2-image src=”http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Dd7p6-J5m7Y/Uvi6astngQI/AAAAAAAAOIA/uDSKE2uijgk/s144-o/Red%252520Velvet%252520Valentine%252520Macarons%252520-%252520Life%252520made%252520Sweeter.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/104357654632449509020/Blog4#5978733473176191234″ caption=”Red Velvet Valentine Macarons – Life made Sweeter.jpg” type=”image” alt=”Red Velvet Valentine Macarons – Life made Sweeter.jpg” pe2_single_image_size=”w600″ pe2_img_align=”center” ] If…

Shrimp Stir-Fry Lo Mein Noodles

January 31, 2014

Shrimp Stir-Fry Lo Mein Noodles – an easy weeknight meal made with shrimp, shredded carrots, red bell peppers and an authentic, flavorful sauce. Ditch the takeout, this is so much better! UPDATED: With new photos May 2016 from original January 2014 post. I’m sure you’re getting tired of hearing it, but my family loves any…

Baked Red Velvet Cake Donuts with Cream Cheese Frosting

January 20, 2014

Classic Red Velvet cake transformed into donuts / doughnuts with a sweet and slightly tangy cream cheese glaze Since Valentine’s Day isn’t too far away, I brought these Red Velvet Cake Donuts to a party we went to over the weekend. They make a fun and festive treat and are also pretty easy to whip up since you…

Asian Cabbage Slaw {Chinese Ramen Noodle Salad}

January 3, 2014

Asian Cabbage Slaw {Chinese Ramen Noodle Salad} makes the perfect light and refreshing salad. Best of all, it’s so easy to make with shredded cabbage mixed with rice vinegar, lime juice and herbs. You can make this a complete meal by tossing in any protein of your choice. Asian Cabbage Slaw used to show up at…

Classic Pecan Snowball Cookies

December 15, 2013

Classic Pecan Snowball Cookies are the perfect classic treat for your holiday cookie platter. Best of all, they’re so easy to make with a buttery, melt in your mouth shortbread base with chopped pecans. Snowballs, Russian Tea Cakes, Mexican Wedding Cookies, Butterballs – the cookies that have so many variations and names. No matter what…

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Lo Mein Noodles {Crock-pot} + NEW VIDEO

December 5, 2013

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Lo Mein – The perfect healthy crock-pot recipe for busy weeknights with authentic restaurant quality ingredients. Best of all, ONLY 15 minutes to prep & way better than takeout. Make it for your weekly meal prep & leftovers make great work lunches. Plus a video! Pin for later AND follow my Recipes…