Carrot and Cucumber Pasta Salad

January just makes me feel so lovey dovey. I met my husband in January-- 10 Januaries ago actually. We just celebrated our tenth year together. Maybe it's the chilly weather and getting ready for Valentine's day. Whatever the reason, I've been sharing recipes that are staples in my kitchen. This is food that Jason and I live (and would die) for. Check out our favorite tomato soup hack and now my simple Italian pasta cheat. This pasta salad recipe features one of the yummiest cheeses ever-- queso fresco. Check out the full recipe and instructions here.

New Year Lemon Spritz

HAPPY NEW YEAR! I'm so excited for lots of new fun adventures and food in 2014. This was once a dream and I'm so happy that baking, crafting, and blogging are now my real life and full-time job that I do every single day. Thanks for being a part of my little world because I couldn't do it and wouldn't make it without an audience and cheerleaders.

Simple Strawberry Cake

triple strawberry cake from box, a photo by Heather Says on Flickr.

I worked like a turtle yesterday making this cake. I wanted it to be absolutely perfect so I took my time. I have to say it is the prettiest cake I have ever made. I also came to the conclusion that I would like a second cake stand, preferably a bright color like maybe avocado green for when my cake frosting is white. I dunno how I feel about the white on white look. Oh well. Made from strawberry cake mix, Jell-o and continue reading...

Cherry Lemon Lime Slushies

homemade slushies, a photo by Heather Says on Flickr.

This summertime dessert treat is made with Jell-o and sodapop-- two things you might already have on hand. If you love continue reading...

Pink Strawberry Popcorn Balls

pink popcorn, a photo by ceck0face on Flickr.

Make colorful and delicious popcorn for under $5-- it's almost too pretty to eat. This is a snack that everyone will have fun making and continue reading...