All things local in the lake country, Waukesha, Southeastern Wisconsin area
Holiday Reindeer Chow Recipe Are you a fan of the “powdery-sugary” goodness of ‘puppy chow?’ Does it bring you back to your childhood? Or is this new to you? Either way, we have the most festive + fun holiday puppy chow recipe just in time for the holidays!
Life is a kitchen. Put on an apron & whip up something incredible. I’ve always dreamed of taking a cooking class but for the longest time, I could only find classes that were at least an hour drive away from me. Until I came across The Petite Chef, located right here […]
I’m back! Did you miss me? I guess that’s what happens when I take a full course load and let
Aaaaah, Lemon. How do I love thee, let me count the ways. Sliced on top of some fish, then tossed in the grill with some olive oil, salt and may be a sprig if fresh herbs. Or mixed with balsamic vinegar, basil, garlic and basted onto boneless, skinless chicken breast […]
I don’t know about you, but I don’t always have dinner planned when I get home each night. Between
Well, it’s finally starting to feel like Spring and wouldn’t you know it – I get a Spring cold!
‘Tis the season to be jolly + shop local! Metcalfe’s in Tosa wants you to bring local home for the holidays! Where: Metcalfe’s Wauwatosa (6700 W. State St.) When: November 11 (3-7pm) and November 12 (11-5pm) 2016
Did you or your family make a resolution this new year to eat healthier, to eat more home cooked meals, or even just try to be healthier all around? You can
Warm and filling. Two keywords for food in cold weather! I love soup in fall and winter, especially cream of broccoli soup or cheesy broccoli soup! I made my own version, a little bit lighter, but just as good!
Who doesn’t love a s’more? From the classic version to any version you can think of! Start with the basics, then think of what else you could put on a s’more? Here are some ways to enhance your s’more. Have a get together, go camping, or have a fire in […]
*NOTE: You could substitute white chocolate chips, and have creamy white hot chocolate! YUM!
No Bake Peanut Butter Snow Balls I am not in one, but two Christmas cookie exchanges this year, I took my love for peanut butter and the ease of no baking! They are so simple and oh- so good! Makes 4 doz 3 C Natural Skippy Peanut Butter 3 C […]
For the LOVE of the Peanut Butter Cookie: Amazing Recipes Creamy, chewy, mouth-watering goodness of the peanut butter cookie. I am obsessed with peanut butter, plain and simple. What is better than a peanut butter cookie? We often think of the classic peanut butter cookie that’s pressed down and criss-crossed […]
Best Pumpkin Bar Recipe I don’t know about you, but pumpkin “anything” screams fall to me, and I love it. I have played around with many variations of the perfect pumpkin bar, and here is my favorite, so moist! Top them off with cream cheese frosting and you are set! […]
Mason Jar Lemonade Recipe It still summer! Don’t be fooled, it’s August yet! End it right with a sweet, refreshing jar of fresh-squeezed lemonade. I have posted this amazing homemade lemonade recipe. Make it fun, and serve in a Mason jar. You can find them at any large retailer, grocery […]
White Chocolate Oatmeal Cranberry Cookie Bar Recipe Here it is. The best cookie bar recipe you will ever find. The White Chocolate Oatmeal Cranberry Cookie Bar Recipe. It is delicious, and super easy to make. It will be a family favorite for sure! Ingredients: 1 cup butter, room temperature 3/4 […]
25 Healthy Snacks for Kids Kids are always hungry. Isn’t it true? Before meals, between meals, after meals. Whenever you allow your child to have a snack, wouldn’t it be great to have a go-to list for healthy snacks for kids? Well, here you go. I found 25 healthy snacks […]
The Lake Country Mom Favorite! This is for about 20 oz of Pico de Gallo: Ingredients: 4 Roma Tomatoes 1 lg white onion 1 bunch of cilantro 1 red pepper 1 green pepper Half of jar of jalapeños with juice Chop all ingredients and combine, dump in juice from jalapenos. […]
For my daughter’s birthday I found this great idea online after looking for snack-mix ideas! But, seriously how fun is this? I adore the name-Critter Crunch-featuring little bears, goldfish, animal crackers and more! I love the idea on how to display it too-great for parties, for friends coming over, play-dates, […]
Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe Every single year I yearn for Starbucks to come out with their Pumpkin Spice Latte. When it comes to about August, there are cooler nights and it starts me thinking about fall. I just cannot wait. So last year I scoured the internet for a recipe […]
