Its been a GREAT year! I’m taking a look back on the top posts from every month of 2014, its going to be delicious! So go ahead grab a cup of coffee or some champagne {never too early to start the celebration} and enjoy!

I want to take a quick second and thank you all! I’ve met some fantastic people since starting this little blog and I absolutely love sharing my love of cooking with all of you! I love hearing from you so please, if you enjoy a post, go ahead and leave me a comment.

Lets start now! What is a highlight in 2014 for you? For me, this was the first summer that my boys were old enough to really enjoy the beach, and boy did we!! We are fortunate to live so close and we went often and had a blast! Great memories! A few huge foodie moments for me this year was having 2 of my recipes published in Taste of Home magazine and a burger of mine mentioned on the Rachael Ray Show!

Ok, ok… lets get onto the food!

January 2014 Top Post

These Pan Fried Pork Dumplings are fantastic!!! The filling is simple to make, has great flavor and works perfectly with store bought wonton wrappers! Great party food right here!

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February 2014 Top Post

Caprese Chicken Burgers are a fun take on one of my favorite salads. Not only are these burgers incredibly delicious but they got mentioned on an episode of the Rachael Ray Show! How awesome is that?!?!

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March 2014 Top Post

Peanut Butter, Banana & Chia Smoothie, one of my go to, grab & go, breakfasts! Its filling and delicious!!!

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April 2014 Top Post

Check out the colors in this Mediterranean Couscous Salad, no wonder it is wildly popular!  Couscous tossed with olives, tomato, cucumber and a simple dressing. Super refreshing salad!

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May 2014 Top Post

Wheres the beef? Who cares! With flavors like this, you won’t miss the meat! Black Bean Burgers with Cheddar, Avocado & Scallion Crema are a favorite meatless meal of mine!

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June 2014

Mexican is by far one of my favorite cuisines to cook & eat! These Grilled Corn, Zucchini & Black Bean Enchiladas are incredible!!! Served with some fresh guacamole on the side and you are set!

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July 2014 Top Post

Risotto sounds fancy but honestly the hardest part about cooking a risotto dish is having the patience to let the rice do its thing. This Corn & Chive Risotto is actually vegan friendly too and you wouldn’t know the difference! The flavor and creaminess is amazing!!!

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August 2014 Top Post

I don’t think there is anything more American then Apple Pie! This is my mile high version with a homemade crust and piled crazy high with a simple apple filling! Its so so good!

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September 2014 Top Post

As you can tell, I was on a bit of a dessert kick and this Caramel Apple Cheesecake does not disappoint! Silky cheesecake topped with sautéed apples, caramel and toasted nuts! Its is absolute heaven!

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October 2014 Top Post

October happened to be an extra delicious month! There was a lot of great recipes but this Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Tortellini comes out on top. Its rich, creamy comfort in a bowl!

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November 2014 Top Post

Cold weather means meals like this Beef, Mushroom & Barley Stew! Hearty and just fabulous one pot meal!

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December 2014 Top Post

The loving that this recipe has gotten just this past weekend may actually put it at the top recipe of the year despite it just recently being posted! Its a delicious and simple dish that was a HUGE hit in our house! Baked Broccoli & Cheddar Chicken Rollintini!

It has been a delicious look back on 2014, I hope you enjoyed it and I sure do hope you give some of these winners a try! Looking forward to all that 2015 has in store!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!