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On the Border (Exton, PA)

A chain Tex-Mex spot that’s both delicious and affordable! I have been here several times, but now I finally can share some content and do a full review … iykyk. After some shopping at the stores of main street, lunch was necessary and On the Boarder was the choice! Ambiance/Atmosphere: On the boarder has a great Mexican/cantina vibe.Continue reading “On the Border (Exton, PA)”

Protein Blueberry Muffins

We are back with another delicious, healthier, protein breakfast snack! I love using the Kodiak pancake mix for something other than pancakes. Preheat the oven to 350 and spray the muffin pan. In one bowl mix2 cups Kodiak mix, ½ cup brown sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon. Toss 1 cup fresh blueberries in about 1Continue reading “Protein Blueberry Muffins”

Penne alla Papalina

…AKA my quick, easy way of making a ham and pea pasta. But saying it in Italian makes it fancier right? LOL First, I started my pasta water for penne. Next, I diced a ham steak, chopped garlic and onions and then sauteed all in a pan with some pepper until crispy. Once crispy IContinue reading “Penne alla Papalina”

Takumi (Wayne, PA)

Just when I thinking I am catching up – I fall back behind LOL. I have been so excited to share this place the last several weeks and I know sharing this I will now need to go back! If you are looking for high quality sushi, with a chill yet elegant vibe as wellContinue reading “Takumi (Wayne, PA)”

Thorndale Inn (Thorndale, PA)

Looking for a quick Friday night grub – Thorndale Inn can be an option. Ambiance/Atmosphere: They have a dinning room side and bar side (sports bar). The bar side has large circle bar, high tops and booths; so, a seat for everyone. Staff are friendly. There seem to be regulars at the bar that helpedContinue reading “Thorndale Inn (Thorndale, PA)”

Air Fryer Steak and Potatoes

I enjoy my air fryer grill combination. I love that it has a thermometer for grilling meat. I haven’t tried steak yet. Mainly because I love when other make it for me or getting it out to eat. This time around, I decided to go for it and make it in my air fryer. IContinue reading “Air Fryer Steak and Potatoes”

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Here is another recipe that I needed to use up the bananas I bought. This one may be my new favorite! Started by preheating the oven to 350. I greased and lined with parchment paper my loaf pan. In a small bowl I mixed my dry ingredients: 1 cup flour, 1 cup cocoa powder, 2Continue reading “Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread”

Crock Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup

It’s soup season! I had potatoes that needed to be cooked. After some Pinterest research that paired with some reels I scrolled upon – here’s how it all came together (aka the recipe I came up with lol). I started by washing and chopping my potatoes. I bought this mandolin/veggie chopper and it’s the bestContinue reading “Crock Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup”

Apple Hand Pies

I attempted my dupe of an Amish hand pie. Taste was BOMB, but it was a bit more work than I wanted it to be LOL. Preheat the oven to 425. Take a can apple pie filling (21oz.) and chopped the apples into smaller chunks. I added some more sugar and cinnamon and mixed itContinue reading “Apple Hand Pies”

Honey Sriracha Chex Mix

The last Chex mix variety with our Costco size box- Honey Siracha. I think this may have been my favorite of them all. The ingredients: 3 cups wheat Chex, 3-4 cups rice Chex, 3-4 cups corn Chex, 1.5 cup bagel chips, 1.5 cups peanuts, 1.5 cups sesame sticks. Sauce/Seasonings: 1 stick butter, ½ cup honey,Continue reading “Honey Sriracha Chex Mix”