Looking for a great chill out, cool it down, keep it skinny treat? Try these Blueberry Pie Yogurt Parfaits that I created for Attune Foods. These pretty parfaits can be made with regular yogurt or vegan options. The choice is yours.

Click here for the recipe.

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Is this Chocolate Pancake Layer Cake for breakfast or dessert? Quite frankly I am not so sure as I enjoyed it for both. No matter what time you slice into it your taste buds will be very pleased.

I am honored to be participating in the Chocolate Cake Food Styling Challenge hosted by super talented baker Amanda the creator of i am baker. Read on to find out more…

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Happy Friday! Hopefully you’ve had a productive week & your now looking forward to a fun & relaxing weekend. Not sure I relax much on the weekends ~ there is always so much active fun to be had here in the mountains. No matter what you do, this meal comes together quickly so you can enjoy whatever it is you have planned.

Orzo Pasta with Chicken, Fresh Herbs & Feta is perfect for outdoor entertaining, the lunchbox and any time at all!

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Let’s cut right to the chase. No games. OK?!

What could be better than coffee, whipped cream & whiskey??!! Oh gee, to have all that in one line of text is pretty awesome ~ let alone to have all of ‘em in one drink! These Irish Whiskey Shooters are a fun twist on a classic cocktail.

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Well lookie here ~ today I am co-hosting a giveaway for an awesome KitchenAid Artisan 5 quart stand mixer. There are quite a few ways to enter…the more entries…the more opportunity you have to win. This contest will run from 12am EST 5/13 – 12am EST on 5/20.

Best of luck to you! XO

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Here’s to all you beautiful mommies out there! I hope you have a wonderful day being celebrated for all of the amazing things you do. Happy Mother’s Day!

XO

(PS: If you need to print out some Mother’s Day Cards visit my *FREEBIE* Printable Cards post)

Happy Friday! I have fun recipe to share with you today ~ Edamame Basil Hummus Dip will become your new BFF. Then again I kinda think the same thing of Pink Flamingo Martinis. This recipe is from the fabulous Yummy Mummy Kitchen cookbook by the super talented food blogger Marina Delio.

Let’s take a peek inside her book and talk about this hummus…

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Pink is one of my favorite colors. I guess it’s telling that my blog has a lot of pink in it. Do you like pink as much as I do? If you do or don’t I have a feeling that these Pink Flamingo Martinis will make you feel much like a fanciful pink bird…

OK, if not a bird then they will sure amuse and satisfy your tastebuds…

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Every year on Memorial Day weekend I attend an amazing film festival called Mountain Film. Located right here in my beautiful mountains of Telluride, Colorado. This festival showcases the finest in environmental, adrenaline sports, activist and documentatry film. It razzle dazzles all the senses & really makes ya think.

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Can you believe we are one week away from celebrating MOM?! I created these Mother’s Day cards from photos I took of my Spring Bouquet Popsicles recipe. Enjoy these printables & your mom! While your at it make some Springy Popsicles.

XO

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I wanted to post another cocktail recipe today. But since I posted one on Wednesday I figured you probably need somethin’ to eat. Y’all  like pasta a whole lot and I came up with fine medley of carbs meets salmon & creamy blue cheese.

Let’t take a look…

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Sooooooo, I know it’s Wednesday but I all ready have my mind on the weekend. Yesterday was spring, today will be wintery here in the Rocky Mountains. Even though the weather flip-flops daily I crave bright flavored drinks like this one.

This fresh ‘n sparkly beverage can be served as a family friendly, kid approved fruit punch or as an adult cocktail. Take your pick. It’s your flight of fancy….not matter which way you sip!

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How was your weekend? I hope it was super fun. I had some forced relaxation due to an ACL reconstruction surgery last week. Yup, got my knee put back together after a ski accident. All is well though. I am still a happy busy bee.

No matter what is going on in my life ~ I am sure to cook up some healthy & tasty meals. Thankfully I got to shoot a recipe for you out of Recipe Girl’s new cookbook.

I chose her Creamy Greek Scrambled Eggs because it is filled with great for you ingredients and you can enjoy it any time of the day. And I love scrambled eggs.

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Are you ready for the weekend? I sure am! How about making some delicious Strawberry-Maple Kefir Shakes? These shakes are perfect for the whole family.

Let’s roll!

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Do you ever have a recipe that was just somethin’ thrown together in a pinch? Somethin’ never meant to be shared with the outside world until you take a bite of it? That’s these Green Beans with Beech Mushrooms & Olives. This recipe was a solid attempt at cleaning out the fridge and now it will become one of our favorite side dishes.

I had olives, beech mushrooms & green beans staring back at me when I opened the fridge ~ here is the story of their marriage…

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