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Birthday Cake Snow Cones

My girlfriend made the yummiest snow cones at a party yesterday! Use plastic squeeze bottles- Cake batter snow cone flavoring Whipping cream (not whipped) Top with sweetened condensed milk and sprinkles!!

Antipasto Salad

I brought this salad to a birthday party last week and it’s perfect for a big crowd. Add or subtract your favorite toppings because anything goes. It would be perfect for the B-ball game tonight! Cheese Tortellini, cooked to package directions Pesto Jarred Red Peppers, thinly sliced Pepperchinis, sliced Olives ( your favorite Mediterranean ones) Artichoke quarters, in oil and drained Grape Tomatoes, halved Mozzarella, cut into chunks Provolone, cut into long strips Salami, quartered Pepperoni, cut into chunks Mix of Arugula and Romaine Favorite vinaigrette and balsamic for dressing. After you drain the tortellini, toss it with a big helping of pesto. Cut up each ingredient and sprinkle with S&P as you go. The key to variety in this salad is to have a lot of different shapes and sizes of your cheeses, meats, and veggies so don’t keep them completely uniform. Serve with your favorite protein and dinner is served. “I believe every person should be able to make the simple foods that nourish them, that feel familiar and comforting, that tell the story of who they are….

Studio 5 Guys Week

Excited to be on Guys week tomorrow on @studio5ksl! Look for a whole week of “Tasty Toasts” or Tartines as I like to call them (because it sounds so much more fancy)! – See more at: http://iconosquare.com/viewer.php#/detail/1002950691926656753_1513970336Sti

Antipasto Toast

Find out how to make this Antipasto toast on my Studio 5 segment. French Bread baguette, sliced down the middle and toasted Layer- Ricotta cheese Salami, chopped Tomatoes, chopped Pepperochini peppers, chopped Jarred red peppers, chopped Olives, chopped Mozzarella, chopped Provolone, thinly sliced Pepperoni, quartered Drizzle toppings with pesto, balsamic vinegar or glaze, and S&P.

Layered Greek Toast

I love this healthy toast with so many great vegetables and flavors! Turn this into a dip by layering all ingredients on a platter and dipping with Pita chips. Use Pita bread or Naan, toasted (Costco has the great small naan breads) Layer- Chive cream cheese Hummus Tomatoes, chopped Cucumber, chopped Olives, sliced Green onion, sliced thinly Feta cheese (Jalapeño, optional)

BYU Football Cooking Class

Successful cooking class for the BYU football organization tonight! We make a good team @bambamsbbq

Asparagus, Egg, and Avocado Toast

I’m sure I’ve posted this before because it is a staple around our house especially on Sunday afternoons or when I’m not in the mood to make dinner. Sourdough bread, toasted Layer- Avocado Burrata or Mozzarella cheese Arugula Grilled Asparagus, cut into bite size pieces Shaved Parmesan Pistachios Dressing- lemon juice, garlic, and EVOO Soft Boiled Egg S&P ETC. Let’s talk about soft boiled eggs. I’ll never go back to hard boiled or fried for that matter. Toss eggs into boiling water for 6-7 minutes then dunk in cold water to stop cooking. They have a creamy rich texture and are good on their own or over anything you make! Don’t forget to add a healthy dash of kosher salt and ground pepper.

Chili Dogs and Fancy Dinners

Because Chili Dogs and Fancy Dinners are not mutually exclusive!

Life is not all Chili Dogs

Life is not all chili dogs. I often get asked how I am able to eat so much. It’s all about moderation. This is breakfast today. No carbs. Leave the muffins, croissants, and pastries unless they look amazing. I split the chili dog with my husband last night and probably only ate 1/4 of it. The 10th bite is not as good as the first. If I eat grilled doughnuts, I eat half of one and not three. I eat really well 90% of the time and leave that 10% for food that is worth it. Last night they served a cobbler that was pretty average for dessert so after one bite I put my fork on the floor (crazy lady) so I wouldn’t eat anymore. If it was amazing cobbler I would have eaten the whole bowl. Be picky about your splurges. And of course EXERCISE!! Six days a week no excuses. First thing every morning with very few exceptions. I love it, crave it, and can’t live without it. I’m a better mom, wife, and foodie once the…

Fig, Pear, and Brie Crostinis

You guys, I forgot to put the fig jam on these crostinis in my cooking segment! It’s the best part so don’t forget it. Baguette, sliced and toasted on both sides.(tip- cut baguette at an angle so you have more surface space) Layer- Fig jam Brie Cheese Prosciutto Sliced Apple or Pear Drizzle of honey Cracked Pepper This is one of my favorite appetizers and is so easy to make. I’ve also made a larger “toast” and served it with soup or a salad and called it dinner. Substitute apples or different cheeses because anything goes on these yummy little bites!