Coconut & Caramel Pecan Parfait - A decadent dessert filled with layers of pecan cookie crust, toasted coconut, cream cheese filling, and caramel. Hello Mandy's Recipe Box readers! It's Jaren from Diary of a Recipe Collector, and boy do I have something sweet to share with you all today! I hope you all have been having a wonderful summer, but I know that Fall is starting to creep into your thoughts here and there. We are back in school down here in Louisiana, and that pretty much … [Read more...]
Corn and Zucchini Casserole
Corn and Zucchini Casserole - An easy cornbread casserole filled with corn and fresh zucchini. Hello Mandy's Recipe Box readers! It's Jaren from Diary of a Recipe Collector back to share a wonderful summer side dish with you! Summer is in full swing down here. It is now so hot that it is pretty hard to play outside very long. I know! We sound like wimps! But seriously, my kids like to play in the front driveway versus the backyard. Why? I couldn't really tell you. I mean we have a covered … [Read more...]
Baked Corn and Sausage Dip
Baked Corn and Sausage Dip is an easy and hearty dip perfect for snacking no matter the occasion! Hello Mandy's Recipe Box readers! It's Jaren from Diary of a Recipe Collector back to share a yummy dip that my family loved! I hope you all are enjoying the warmer weather lately no matter where you live. If it hasn't heated up for you yet, hopefully it will very soon. Down here in Louisiana, we have welcomed in the heat, but it is still pretty mild. Today was a perfect day to enjoy it. It was … [Read more...]
Chocolate Praline Trifle
Chocolate Praline Trifle is a decadent dessert filled with layers of chocolate cake, praline pecans, and whipped cream will have your guests loving you! Hi Mandy's Recipe Box readers!! It's me Jaren from Diary of a Recipe Collector back to share an irresistible dessert with you! I must tell you all that I am a serious chocolate lover! I always go for the chocolate dessert when given a selection. ALWAYS. And I know many of you do too, or you may have family members who do. Well, let me tell … [Read more...]
Chicken and Bacon Alfredo
This Chicken and Bacon Alfredo is an easy restaurant-style pasta filled with chicken, bacon, and Parmesan cheese you can make at home! Hello Mandy's Recipe Box readers!! It's Jaren from Diary of a Recipe Collector! I've been in such a pasta mood lately and I'd love to share a simple pasta dish I cooked up the other day. One of the stars of this dish is bacon, and everything is better with bacon! You agree? In fact, it starts the whole dish out, and that wonderful bacon flavor is carried … [Read more...]
Pizza Pasta Bake
This Pizza Pasta Bake is an easy dinner recipe that the whole family will love. All the deliciousness of pizza is a pasta casserole! Hello Mandy's Recipe Box readers!! It's me, Jaren, from Diary of a Recipe Collector. I'm back here this month to share another recipe with you guys. It's the perfect recipe for you all on those busy week nights. I know you are all like me right about now and looking forward to those spring and summer days where the kids can play outside more and the school … [Read more...]
Banana Split Smoothie
This Banana Split Smoothie has all the flavors of a banana split for you to enjoy in this fabulous smoothie! Enjoy for breakfast, dessert, or whenever your heart desires! Hey everyone! It's Jaren from Diary of a Recipe Collector here to share another treat with you today! So we are kind of in the middle of winter here, and I don't know about you, but I miss the sunny warm days already. After Christmas, I kind of get over the whole "I wish it would be cold" feeling. Now I know those of you … [Read more...]
Strawberry Swirl Cookies
Hey everyone! It's Jaren from Diary of a Recipe Collector here with a fabulous cookie recipe for you! These Strawberry Swirl Cookies start off with the most yummy and easy cookie dough recipe ever. Then they are rolled up with strawberry jam, coconut, and pecans. They are so good and would be perfect for a cookie exchange this holiday! Have you ever been to a cookie exchange? I've been to one, and I hosted one at my house. I actually hosted a "Sweet Swap." Guests brought so many goodies … [Read more...]
Cranberry Orange Muffins
Hello everyone! It's me Jaren from Diary of a Recipe Collector. I'm here to share with you all a fabulous morning treat! Get ready for a burst of flavor in the morning when you try these wonderful Cranberry Orange Muffins made with orange juice! They are finished off with sprinkling sugar, and you will have trouble not going back for seconds! Don't cranberries just make you so happy? They remind me of the wonderful upcoming holiday season from Thanksgiving to Christmas. These muffins make … [Read more...]
