Just~One~Donna

Summer is salad weather.  There is nothing like a crisp salad on a hot summer day. My go-to summer salad is a Caesar Salad usually with grilled fish or meat and this creamy, flavorful Caesar salad dressing. Creamy and Flavorful: The Ultimate Caesar Salad Dressing  I've included affiliate links below for your shopping convenience. There's nothing like a homemade, rich, creamy salad dressing made with simple ingredients.  This dressing elevates your summer salad with mouthwatering flavors.

 Are you a chocolate chip cookie lover? When you are craving a thin, crispy chocolate chip cookie with a chewy center you'll want to try this homemade chocolate chip cookie recipe.   The Best Thin and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies The technique when making these cookies differs from a standard chocolate chip cookie.  I use a beat-and-wait method that encourages the sugar to dissolve into the butter for better flavor and texture.

Have you considered installing a water-filtering system in your kitchen? If you are like me, you may have been curious about water filtration systems and how they can improve the quality and taste of your tap water for some time. Every year about this time I get a report from my town about the quality of water it supplies. It always makes me stop and wonder if I can do better. Installing Stand-Alone Countertop Water Filtration in Your Kitchen So when BigBerkey gave me  the BigBerkey countertop water filtration system  to try in my home for the first time, I was very excited. Here are some of the reasons why I decided to give it a try and what I have learned so far from the experience.

Are you looking for a yummy dessert for a summer gathering?  I love very casual desserts for summer picnics and barbecues.  Poke cakes are a yummy, casual dessert that are always a hit at picnics and barbecues. This coconut tres-leches cake is a family favorite.    Cool, creamy, and full of coconut flavor, this coconut tres-leches cake is perfect for the coconut lover in all of us.  Best of all, this coconut tres-leches cake is semi-homemade.  Start with a box cake mix, pour a mixture of cream of coconut, heavy cream, and evaporated milk over the cake, and then top the cake with fresh whipped cream and toasted coconut. There you have it.  Easy and delicious! Coconut Tres-Leches Poke Cake This yummy dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and impressing your guests. The addition of toasted shredded coconut adds a delightful crunch and a tropical twist to this classic dessert. Whether you're making it for a special occasion or just to indulge your sweet tooth, this