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Slow Cooker Mac & Cheese

Slow Cooker Mac & Cheese

I’m surprised I lasted this long without a macaroni and cheese post. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve been eating plenty (I love you Stouffers!), but I just haven’t had the time to sit down and cook up a batch lately. Being the brave soul that 

Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Home Cook

Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Home Cook

In case you haven’t noticed, it is already December. If you’re not psycho like me (in my defense, I work for a deals website) you might still have some shopping to do! I’ve taken some inspiration from my personal list, plus things I have and 

3-Month Barkbox Giveaway!

3-Month Barkbox Giveaway!

So I’ve mentioned before how much I love Barkbox. Molly gets a box in the mail each month with tons of goodies. They come filled with treats, toys or just a new doggie product like a collapsible water dish. I was lucky enough to have 

Happy Birthday Molly!

Happy Birthday Molly!

Today is Molly’s birthday! She shares today with a lot of my friends, but I spoil her the most. Technically, today is her adoption anniversary (2 years!), but we consider it her 5th birthday. Isn’t she stunning?

Better Homes & Gardens New Cookbook Giveaway!

Better Homes & Gardens New Cookbook Giveaway!

I am a cookbook junkie. I like to page through them to get ideas or just to learn new techniques. My absolute favorite cookbook for straight-up cooking knowledge is the Better Homes & Gardens New Cookbook. My parents had one while I was growing up 

Molly’s Sand Adventure

Molly’s Sand Adventure

Molly had a blast playing at the beach over the 4th of July weekend! I think her favorite hobby is digging and getting her face as dirty as possible. Don’t adjust your speakers – There isn’t any audio because I’m sort of tech-dumb, oops!

BarkBox + Bowser Beer

BarkBox + Bowser Beer

I got a really good deal on a 3-month subscription to

5 Ways to Spice Up Weeknight Recipes

5 Ways to Spice Up Weeknight Recipes

I recently wrote this for Girls Guide To and couldn’t help but share it here, as well. I challenged myself to take my favorite weeknight recipes and tweak them for little to no extra cost. The following 5 recipe tips were my favorite! Eat More