Join the *Sweet Dreams* Pinterest Pinners! A Dessert board by @MarlaMeridith http://pinterest.com/marlameridith/sweet-dreams/
Good morning! I created a fun community called “Sweet Dreams” on Pinterest. I would LOVE if YOU joined the fun!

What are we doing over there? It’s simple! Pin your favorite sweet treats….brownies, bars, cakes, pops, candy, oozy gooey anything. You know! It can be a healthy/nutritious sweet dream too!

All you need to do is leave a comment here with your Pinterest ID/Name for an invite.

If you wanna share the FUN with your pals post one of these badges on your blog to grow our community. Here is a badge for your blog….

Join the *Sweet Dreams* Pinterest Pinners! A Dessert board by @MarlaMeridith http://pinterest.com/marlameridith/sweet-dreams/

Looking forward to sharing pins with you!

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Skinny Dark Chocolate Trail Mix Truffles

June 17, 2013
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Sometimes you crave a sweet treat……but you want somethin’ a little more on the healthy side. These Skinny Dark Chocolate Trail Mix Truffles will keep ya in that teeny tiny bikini & those skinny jeans. They are gluten free, grain free, dairy free and perfect for those on a Paleo diet. Dig in…

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Happy Father’s Day!

June 16, 2013
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Happy Father’s Day to all of you AMAZING dads out there! These sweet b/w photos are my dad & his mama. My auntie sent them to me a few months ago. I just love them and him! Dad we all miss you and can’t wait to see you and mom soon in Telluride! The color [...]

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Telluride Balloon Festival 2013

June 14, 2013
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Balloons, colors, majestic box canyon….oh my! What a stunning array of beauty visits Telluride, CO the first weekend of June each year. This was the festivals 29th year here! The Telluride Balloon Festival is SURE to impress kids, adults, pets…..everyone. I could not believe my eyes at the splendor. Of course my camera was at the ready [...]

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Red Raspberry Rascal Cocktail

June 12, 2013
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Happy Wednesday! How is your week going so far? Been really busy here, now that school is out for the summer! Dunno ’bout you but I sure crave fruity cocktails this time of year. Raspberries are some of my all time favorite berries. I dig their sweet ‘n tangy flavor. Besides they are super pretty [...]

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Kids Chopped Vegetable Salad

June 9, 2013
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Sometimes you walk in the house and your 6 & 9 year old kiddos have complete control of everything. Or they think they do. See the other day I walked in from fly fishing lessons. Was a typical Sunday except for the fact that ALL of my knives were out. There was broccoli & cauliflower [...]

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One-Pot Roasted Chicken & Veggies

June 5, 2013
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I know it’s hot out there for some of you and you are craving popsicles & salads. Well guess what….sometimes you need a hearty meal too. One that takes a little while to cook, but no hovering over. A meal all ready prepared ~ so you can reach into your fridge & grab it, that [...]

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Strawberry Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal – Vegan

June 3, 2013
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One of your favorite (and my favorite recipes) on Family Fresh Cooking is Blueberry-Coconut Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal. When you have great success it makes sense to repeat it with somethin’ similar but a smidge  different. Strawberry Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal is a fine example as to how to make this happen.

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Join me on Google+

June 2, 2013
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Well hello there! How is your weekend going? I hope it is wonderful, relaxing and playful. I have recently started playing on Google+ and I LOVE it over there. There is a wonderful community of foodies. It is really easy to share content and it is a great way to socialize and make new friends. [...]

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Tipsy Orange Julius Shakes

May 31, 2013
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Lots of folks grew sipping on famous Orange Julius Shakes. Not really sure we had ‘em on Long Island. I know we don’t have ‘em here in Telluride. So whether or not this fine, sweet drink is in your neck of the woods….now it can be. And in case you’re in the mood ~ you [...]

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Curry Shrimp Salad

May 28, 2013
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Hope you all had a lovely long weekend! We had a bright & sunny Mountain Film festival here in Telluride, CO. With temperatures heating up we all crave lighter food ~ such as this Curry Shrimp Salad. All you need are s few simple ingredients. No cooking is required, which is ideal for hot summer days.

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Stars & Stripes: Memorial Day Weekend

May 24, 2013
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Wow! Can you believe Memorial Day weekend is here? Stars & Stripes. What symbolizes our beautiful country more that our regal flag? I photograph it every chance I get. It glows with color, light and freedom. What does Memorial Day mean to you? Beyond the BBQ’s, suds & splashes, this is a time to pay respect [...]

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Blueberry Pie Yogurt Parfaits

May 22, 2013
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Looking for a great chill out, cool it down, keep it skinny treat? Try these Blueberry Pie Yogurt Parfaits that I created for Attune Foods. These pretty parfaits can be made with regular yogurt or vegan options. The choice is yours. Click here for the recipe.

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Chocolate Pancake Layer Cake – Gluten Free

May 20, 2013
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Is this Chocolate Pancake Layer Cake for breakfast or dessert? Quite frankly I am not so sure as I enjoyed it for both. No matter what time you slice into it your taste buds will be very pleased. I am honored to be participating in the Chocolate Cake Food Styling Challenge hosted by super talented baker [...]

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Orzo Pasta with Chicken, Fresh Herbs & Feta

May 17, 2013
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Happy Friday! Hopefully you’ve had a productive week & your now looking forward to a fun & relaxing weekend. Not sure I relax much on the weekends ~ there is always so much active fun to be had here in the mountains. No matter what you do, this meal comes together quickly so you can [...]

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