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Peach Caprese Sandwich

This summer inspired peach caprese sandwich is delicious with sweet tomatoes, yellow peaches, fresh mozzarella, basil leaves, topped with olive oil, salt and pepper. Hi! This is Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower and I’m back this week to share with you a brand new recipe on Ask Anna just in time for the end of summer. I love that summer brings so much fresh produce to both the supermarket and the farmer’s market. There are so many options to pick from and everything tastes so much better when they’re in season. For that reason, I wanted to add my… Read More

Caramelized Banana Honey Greek Yogurt Bowl

Greek yogurt with swirls of honey topped with caramelized bananas. This Caramelized Banana Honey Greek Yogurt Bowl is simple, delicious, and a delicious way to start the day. Hi! This is Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower, and this month I’m back on Ask Anna to share a brand new recipe with you. Can you believe that it’s already August? Summer is coming to end and yet it feels like summer never really arrived to begin with this year. Keeping it super simple today with this Caramelized Banana Honey Greek Yogurt. I have to confess that I’m really terrible at… Read More

Creamy Pumpkin Pasta a la Vodka with Mushrooms

Pasta tossed in a creamy pumpkin vodka sauce with mushrooms. This creamy pumpkin pasta is delicious and the perfect quick and easy dinner. Hi! This is Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower and I’m back on Ask Anna this month to share with you another brand new dish perfect for fall. It’s November and we are well into fall. Which means that I am more than a little obsessed with all things pumpkin. It’s been a little busier for me lately. Change in jobs, a few trips to Southern California, and a heavier schedule as it gets closer to the holidays…. Read More

Sea Salt Caramels

The combination of sweet caramel, crunchy sea salt crystals, and dark chocolate make these sea salt caramels impossible to put down and the perfect treat for any occasion. Years ago we were in Seattle, one of our favorite cities, and stopped in for a drink at a Restaurant named Purple. We sat at the bar and ordered a glass of wine, and checking out their dessert menu I noticed they had sea salt caramels on there, so of course I had to order them. They were incredible. So incredible that I couldn’t stop thinking about them so I came home… Read More

Pasta Carbonara with Pan Seared Scallops

Pasta carbonara tossed with fresh corn and pan seared scallops is easier than it sounds! This Pasta Carbonara with Pan Seared Scallops is easy to make and delicious, a great choice for a weeknight dinner. Hi! This is Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower. I’m back on Ask Anna this month to share with you a brand new recipe. With summer coming to an end, it’s back to school and back to work. So I thought I’d share with you this twist to the classic pasta carbonara. After returning from vacation, and from long summer days, it’s so… Read More

Rust-Oleum Tub and Tile Transformation FAQ

Years ago, I posted about my bathtub and tile transformation with Rust-Oleum. In my original post, I showed you how I updated my old (pink!) bathtub for less than $30 and I had a ton of people asking questions about the project and how Rust-Oleum works. Even now, I’m still getting questions! So I thought the best way to answer all the questions you have is by writing an FAQ post. If you have any questions at all about my bathroom update or about Rust-Oleum in general, I hope they’ve been answered below. If you still have any other questions,… Read More

10 things to Clean to get Ready for Summer Entertaining

When I think about summer I think about making my house look good for all the outside entertaining we do- eating out on the deck, having friends over, bringing the BBQ back out and all kinds of fun! Here’s my list of the 10 things you should clean when getting ready for outdoor entertaining. The first thing you notice when you drive up to someone’s house is the outside. Is the garage door dirty, are the windows cloudy, are there cobwebs hanging in the eves? Not for long because today I’m going to show you how to clean all those… Read More

6 Spring Cleaning Checklists to Get You Motivated!

Spring is upon us, which means it’s time to spring clean! Whether you love it or loathe it, it’s something we should probably all spend at least a little bit of time on. Just an hour or two of spring cleaning can make your home feel fresh, clean, and ready for summer. The problem is, it’s so easy to struggle with motivation – especially when it comes to cleaning and decluttering. The idea of getting up to clean or throw out clutter definitely doesn’t beat doing something more fun! That’s why I’m here: to help you with your spring cleaning… Read More