Lo-cal Fruit Crisp (no sugar added!)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GinKG5Xg1d8&t=2s I love sweets, but I try to avoid processed sugar. The only sweetness you'll find in this simple and healthy recipe is from fresh fruit mixed with some delicious spices. (New updated recipe below from November 2020 adds walnuts and
Maryann Ridini Spencer wins “Author of the Year” for Christian Fiction
On Saturday, October 4, 2025, Author, Screenwriter, and Producer Maryann Ridini Spencer won "Author of the Year" in the category of Christian Fiction at the 2025 International Impact Book Awards Black Tie Gala, which took place at 7:00 pm at
Mango Coconut Muffins
Spending time in Kauai and the Hawaiian Islands while writing my Kate Grace novels, I came up with the idea for The Plumeria Café, which my character Kate frequents. My Mango Coconut Muffins are inspired by the Islands and "Living
Healthy Veggie Salad Bowl
For lunch or dinner, I enjoy eating my vegetables as a side or in my salad. Recently, I dined out with a friend and ordered a lunch bowl that was filled with lots of delicious vegetables alongside organic grains. It
The Mary Garden FREE EPUB DOWNLOAD Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26
Get a FREE EPUB Download of The Mary Garden on AMAZON Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26. CLICK HERE. The Mary Garden, a sacred space with deep roots in the Middle Ages, has profound historical significance. It first gained prominence
Black Bean, Cheese & Pepper Quesadilla
My family recently gathered on Long Island, New York's Gold Coast, to enjoy a multi-generational reunion. We had a fantastic time boating, visiting the many picturesque vineyards on the North Fork (where I've set my Lavender Hill Cove novels), and
Lemon Artichoke and Nut Pasta
One of my favorite go-to pastas is this Lemon Artichoke and Nut Pasta. It's packed with flavor, texture, and nutrition. Make it in under 30 minutes, and it's great hot or cold. Serve it as a main course or as
Citrus and Mango Shrimp Salad
Several weeks ago, I had a writer's meeting at my house with a well-known journalist and author, Kathy Strong. Kathy just came out with a new book, The '57 Chevy, and I wanted to celebrate her accomplishment and serve a
Eat Your Veggies Coloring Book for Kids!
I'm excited to announce a book I put together (keeping with the Simply Delicious Living brand!). It's a children's coloring book for ages 1-5 entitled EAT YOUR VEGGIES! It teaches kids about vegetables, where they come from, and how they
Once Upon a Cove Christmas wins 2025 American Legacy Book Award
Maryann Ridini Spencer's novel, Once Upon a Cove Christmas, a mystery and a heartwarming tale of love, faith, and family, set in a small coastal town, has won the 2025 American Legacy Book Award for Holiday Fiction and received a
Roasted Sweet Potato & Veggie Salad
After a busy day spent writing at my desk, I like to create simple, healthy and delicious recipes for dinner. The inspiration for this delectable salad was leftovers with the key crunchy ingredients being leftover sweet potatoes that I