Friendsgiving - the millennial tradition where friends come together for good wine, hang time, and a Thanksgiving-esque meal. After being to many of these get togethers over the years, I notice that many of us make the exact same dishes we eat with our families the next weekend. Why is this? This is the opportunity … Continue reading 7 Friendsgiving Dishes That Break Tradition and Won’t Bore You to Tears
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Dark Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie with Homemade Pie Crust
There is nothing I love more than a good ole pie, and who doesn't love a chocolate one? I've taken a spin on the classic pecan pie and added the South's finest spirit and the devil's favorite candy... this pie is sure to curb your sweet tooth!Many traditional pie crust recipes call for shortening or … Continue reading Dark Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie with Homemade Pie Crust
“Reese’s” Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
It's the holiday season, and no matter where you look, you're in a society filled with sugar and candy. Why not make your own, and know exactly what ingredients go into what you're eating? I've got the perfect recipe to satisfy your sweet cravings. These Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter bars are essentially homemade Reese's. These … Continue reading “Reese’s” Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
No Bake Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
It's the holiday season, and no matter where you look, you're in a society filled with sugar and candy. Why not make your own, and know exactly what ingredients go into what you're eating? I've got the perfect recipe to satisfy your sweet cravings. These Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter bars are essentially homemade Reese's. These … Continue reading No Bake Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
Paleo Pumpkin Pie Bites
Lately, I have been FEELING the sweet tooth... it's very annoying. I've been seeing a personal trainer since the end of July, and obviously he discourages me from consuming what I like to call "naughty" foods. Added sugar is definitely a naughty, naughty food! Ugh. I really wish I hated chocolate - that is my … Continue reading Paleo Pumpkin Pie Bites
Herbalife Blueberry Muffin Batter Smoothie Bowl
Many summers ago, Cold Stone Creamery had a limited edition ice cream – Blueberry Muffin Batter. It was maybe the best ice cream I’ve ever tried (besides Ben & Jerry’s “The Tonight Dough”). I made a smoothie bowl the other night that tastes PRETTY damn close. It was so good in fact, that I felt … Continue reading Herbalife Blueberry Muffin Batter Smoothie Bowl
