German Käsespätzle

by Kristianne // 01.06.2012 // 9 Comments

Some people compare this dish to American “mac ‘n cheese”, but I think the two are very different. In Germany, this käsespätzle recipe is typically offered as a side dish, but it can also be served as a main. However,... Continue reading →

Whole Wheat Hawaiian Pizza

by Kristianne // 01.05.2012 // No Comments

I realized I haven’t made one of my favorite foods and all-time guilty pleasures since I started this blog, and couldn’t believe it has been so long! No wonder I was craving some pineapple pizza the other night. No matter... Continue reading →

Dad’s Stuffed Mushrooms

by Kristianne // 01.04.2012 // 1 Comment

When I went home for the holidays, my Dad made these incredible stuffed mushrooms for New Year’s Eve. I myself am not a huge mushroom fan, but these make a wonderful appetizer. Thanks for the secret recipe, Dad Dad's... Continue reading →

Whole Wheat Banana Pancakes with Walnuts

by Kristianne // 01.03.2012 // 1 Comment

Maybe we can sleep in I’ll make you banana pancakes Pretend like it’s the weekend now -Jack Johnson “Banana Pancakes” What are your New Years resolutions? My boring, traditional one is to run everyday because right now I have been... Continue reading →

Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Balls

by Kristianne // 12.30.2011 // 5 Comments

I know Christmas is now over, but we have still been enjoying all of the wonderful holiday treats! I wanted to share one last holiday recipe before the New Year. This bite-sized chocolate peanut butter ball recipe is one of... Continue reading →

Easy Creamy Spinach Dip

by Kristianne // 12.27.2011 // No Comments

This easy creamy spinach dip recipe is a great appetizer for a dinner party. It makes 1 1/2 cups. You can serve wheat thins or cubed Hawaiian bread with it. Keep warm by making in a mini crockpot. Creamy Spinach... Continue reading →

Chocolate Hazlenut Swirl Cake

by Kristianne // 12.27.2011 // No Comments

Chocolate and hazelnuts are a match made in heaven. This moist adaptation of Hershey’s Perfectly Chocolate chocolate cake has chocolate ganache and hazelnuts swirled inside. There are many ways to add the ganache: as a layer in between 2 round... Continue reading →

Merry Christmas!

by Kristianne // 12.26.2011 // 1 Comment

I wanted to share some pictures from Christmas at my mom’s this year. We had so much great food and desserts, but I am happy it only happens once a year or I would be 200 pounds bigger (seriously!). ... Continue reading →

Easy Artichoke Dip

by Kristianne // 12.26.2011 // 1 Comment

This easy artichoke dip recipe is a hot, creamy dip that goes well with tortilla chips, crackers, or slices of french bread. It works great as an appetizer for any party! For a smaller gathering, cut this recipe in half.... Continue reading →

Christmas Sugar Cookies

by Kristianne // 12.24.2011 // No Comments

This is a classic recipe that I make every year for Christmas. I love this recipe because it is a basic sugar cookie recipe that can be used for any occasion-Valentine’s Day, Halloween, or “just because”. In addition, there are... Continue reading →