Author Archives: Anne

About Anne

Family: my wonderful husband, Adam, and our amazing little girl, Isla Dwelling: a small Cape Cod in the suburbs Real job: Human Resources Coordinator and Office Manager for DeskArmor, LLC. Homemaker tip: Even the simplest food can look elegant if you serve it properly. Presenting food on adorable platters is an easy way to impress guests. I am ashamed to admit that: I have never used a lawn mower. (I am blessed with a husband who takes pride in his yard) Three foods I can’t live without: cheese, olive oil, and chicken fingers Most important lesson learned: being a mom is the hardest job you’ll ever love One thing I am afraid of running out of: Clorox anywhere spray…and diapers

Sweet Pork Tostada

Last week I made a pork shoulder using my favorite recipe for Sweet Pork and ended up with tons of left overs that I used throughout the week.  I usually use it to make pork quesadillas or burritos, but wanted to try … Continue reading

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Quick and Easy Weeknight Pasta

While I love spending time in the kitchen carefully cooking up homemade meals, most weeknights give me about 15 minutes to whip up a dinner all with a toddler clinging to my leg.  This pasta dish with sun dried tomatoes and goat cheese … Continue reading

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Valentine’s Day Breakfast

It is no secret that the ladies of HAP love breakfast foods. We like the sweet, the savory and anything in between.  If it can be served in the morning, then we want to try it! This Valentine’s day, consider … Continue reading

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Slow Cooker Oatmeal

I love a warm bowl of fresh made oatmeal on a cold morning.  The problem I have found is that it isn’t always easy to whip up on a busy morning unless you are using a packet of instant oatmeal.  … Continue reading

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Key Lime Tarts

I have this strange obsession with mini treats.  For some reason dessert seem so much  more special when you are given your own personal tart!  I made these Key Lime Tarts for my good friend’s baby shower.  I found the … Continue reading

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Banana Chocolate Chip Pancakes

My family loves having a big breakfast over the weekend when we have a little extra time on our hands. This pancake recipe is one of our favorites. It is my Grandma’s basic buttermilk pancake recipe with just a few … Continue reading

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Grapefruit and Avocado salad

Now that the holiday rush is over, I find my self craving fresh and light meals.  Don’t get me wrong, I love the cookie plates and green bean casseroles as much as everyone else, but now that it’s over my … Continue reading

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{Homemade gifts} Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

Over the past month, I have made and frozen dozens of cookies.  This weekend I pulled out all of the cookies to put together cookie plates for neighbors and friends but I quickly realized that I was short cookies.  Looks … Continue reading

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{Homemade Holiday Gifts} Chocolate Caramel Drizzle Chex

I love delivering homemade goodies to friends and neighbors this time of year.  I usually stick with the traditional cookie plate, however this year I came across this Caramel Chocolate Chex recipe and k new I wanted to try it. … Continue reading

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{Cookie Week} Coconut Macaroons

Walking in a Winter Wonderland… This Christmas I wanted to try out some new cookie recipes along with my usual favorites. I came across these coconut macaroons created by Rachael Ray and knew I had to try them. These cookies … Continue reading

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