food and drink

I don’t claim to be a food blogger, nor will I ever master most anything truly homemade [without a mix to get me there-haha], but I’d like to think I’ve learned a thing or two during my hostessing tenure to know what it takes to assemble a pretty good fall charcuterie board. Let’s face it, […]

Y’all have been asking for more easy to execute meals that please the entire family so today I’m bringing you another staple from our house, the famous Mississippi Pot Roast crock pot recipe.  A dear friend gave me this recipe last year and I adapted it a bit based on what I had in my […]

No, this cream cheese banana bread recipe is not a low calorie dish or one that fits into my low macros days by any means… but I’m telling you once you taste it you won’t even care–it’s a splurge but one that’s worth it, especially on leg days when you’ve earned that weekly “treat”. It’s […]

Another oh-so-tasty appetizer made for summer soirées and cookouts with friends… this time, it’s Pear + Brie + Balsamic Bruschetta recipe!! This recipe can easily be assembled in under 15 minutes and is a crowd pleaser too!  Making it perfect for reg macros days for those of you on the Faster Way to Fat Loss […]

Now that I have discovered this INCREDIBLE quick summer salad recipe, you best believe if I am coming to your house for a party or cook-out, it’s probably coming with me.  Seriously beyond easy to execute, delicious and colorful for every tablescape, too. I’ve missed my recipe posts, especially when it comes to ones that […]

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Hey FIVE ON FRIDAY!!! I know it’s been awhile, but I thought it was the perfect opportunity to talk about five things occupying my mind before we head straight into the weekend [YIPPEE]… it’s been another jam-packed week of craziness in the Stoneking home,–shocking I know–but the next few days look super relaxing and restful, […]