The Crazy Simple Life

My husband makes a great green salsa. He has tested and tweaked numerous recipes to come up with just the right taste and consistency.

We put together a handy-dandy one-click location to find some awesome holiday inspirations!

Tons o' recipes, crafts, decor ideas, and various ways to manage the madness.

You'll often find a caramel apple pie at our holiday dinner table. However, as pecan and pumpkin pie are also seasonal favorites, I've decided on a twist this year...an Apple Cake with Caramel Frosting and Chopped Pe...

Here’s a Thanksgiving side dish that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters, tender carrots gl...

One of the best parts about Halloween are the pumpkins! Pumpkins are on almost every door step and my son and I enjoy pointing them out to each other as we drive down the road.

And of course…wher...

On a brisk fall day, there is nothing like coming home to a bowl of warm soup. Treat yourself and your family to a bowl of seasonal comfort with this simple rendition of classic butternut squash soup. The sweetness comes from ap...

The first time I ever saw persimmons was a few weeks ago. At first glance, they resemble a tomato in size and shape since they are squat, firm and a yellowish-dark orange color. I admit I was a little reluctant to try one because I h...

Tired of trying to fit numerous side dishes in your oven at the same time, let alone the turkey? Then this dish is for you. I'm so excited to share this slow cooker version of yams, which come out deliciously moist and...

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and I wanted to share with you my most favorite family recipe. Every Thanksgiving my mom would make this wonderful gravy. It is an indulgent finishing touch to holiday meals that everyone sho...