Gene’s Best Ever Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Gene’s Best Ever Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Recipe by:  Designs by Jeanne R

Let me just give it to you straight.  There’s no better sweet bread recipe out there…period.  This banana bread has everything you could possibly want, 

Italian Sausage Puff Bake

Italian Sausage Puff Bake

Recipe by:  Designs by Jeanne R

The idea for this recipe came from my love of bread and egg casseroles, both savory and sweet that I make for brunch.  I decided that since this works so well for breakfast and brunch, why not create something for dinner using Italian ingredients?

Fresh Strawberry Muffins with Lemon Glaze

Fresh Strawberry Muffins with Lemon Glaze

Recipe by:  Designs by Jeanne R

Yogurt continues to be my latest obsession, so please join me in yet another “adventure in baking with yogurt” in which no oil has been added to my recipe.

Easy Hummus

Easy Hummus

Recipe by:  Designs by Jeanne R

I’ll admit it…I’m a convert to Greek food.  Up until a few years ago, I had only tasted a few bites here and there.  But one glorious day, my brother & sisters had the idea of taking Mom to a Greek restaurant for her birthday.

Thai Chicken Bites

Thai Chicken Bites

Doesn’t everyone love appetizers?  They’re like a little party all by themselves!  This recipe was inspired by a recipe called Thai Chicken Skewers,

Gene’s Jell-o Fruit Salad for a Crowd

Gene’s Jell-o Fruit Salad for a Crowd

Here’s my husband’s creation he made for the football team’s dinner tonight.  Every Thursday the parents have a pot luck dinner for the Varsity football team. The parents make

Green Chile & Mushroom Spaghetti Bake

Green Chile Mushroom Spaghetti Bake

Recipe by:  Designs by Jeanne R 

Apple Raspberry Coffee Cake

Apple Raspberry Coffee Cake

Recipe by:  Designs by Jeanne R

Isn’t this pretty?  It’s also really simple, yet special for a brunch or weekend breakfast.   It would be a delicious dessert served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.  The best part?

Slow Cooker Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Slow Cooker Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Recipe by:  Designs by Jeanne R

I can’t tell you how delicious these are!  You’ll notice I’ve separated some of the flavorings and seasonings, some cook with the chicken, and the rest added at the end.  I like the layering of flavors here, and the freshness it brings

September 11 – A Reflection from My Little Corner of the World

September 11 – A Reflection from My Little Corner of the World

This was the view from my desktop today as I worked from home.  Just like countless others across the world, this anniversary takes me back to that tragic day.  I was torn with the idea of writing about it, partially because I can’t contribute anything that hasn’t been said before.  Also because I don’t like to give power to those who were behind, or who supported the attack.  In the end, I had to take a moment to reflect, as those first responders and victims deserve that remembrance in our hearts and minds.