If you’re into sports, either on your own or as a family, then chances are you have groups over to watch Football on a regular basis. This means lots of fun times, good memories, and hopefully good food. If you haven’t gotten to the good food part yet, don’t despair! I’m here to bring you […]
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Thanksgiving Recipes: Side Dishes That Taste Better Than The Turkey
I’ll be honest, I don’t love turkey. I know, gasp. My father is rolling his eyes at my dislike of meat as I type. But it’s true. I don’t mind turkey when it has a good dose of gravy on it, but it’s definitely not the main event for me at Thanksgiving. I prefer a […]
Southeast Asian Herb Slaw
If your family is anything like mine, then anytime there’s a barbecue going one, there is coleslaw to be found! There’s a reason why KFC sells it with their chicken, and that’s because this salad (or slaw) goes so well with grilled meats and hot summer days. Coleslaw originates from the Netherlands and means “cabbage […]
Twice-Baked Recipes That Are Twice As Good
When you think of twice-baked recipes, chances are that your mind automatically goes to those creamy, delicious twice-baked potatoes. Let’s be honest, twice-baked potatoes are twice the perfection and well worth all the effort they take to make. Did you know that there are other twice-baked recipes besides potatoes? You’ve got sweet potatoes, squash, spaghetti, […]
Strawberry Salsa: Sweet And Sassy
It’s the season of strawberries and I couldn’t be happier! From freezer jam to ice cream, strawberries are a staple of summer in our house. When it’s hot outside and we are looking for some cool refreshment, strawberry salsa is a family favorite. I love pairing it with salty tortilla chips and with cinnamon-sugar tortilla […]
3 Ways To Serve Corn On The Cob (You’ve Probably Never Thought Of)
Depending on where you are in the continental US (or the world for that matter), corn on the cob can take on varying forms. Growing up, my family typically resorted to the traditional boiling method for cooking corn. Sometimes if we were feeling fancy, we’d grill it. But rarely did we ever venture out of […]
Summer Salads That Deliver
Salads are king of summer meals because they are cool, refreshing, and filling (when they’re made right). They typically don’t involve turning on the oven or stove which is perfect when you’re trying to keep your house cool. It’s important to have a good serving bowl for salads as well. If your salad is monochromatic, […]
Summer Watermelon Recipes
One of the best parts of late summer is all the watermelon! I love the light and versatile flavor and textures because they practically scream summer. So, if you find yourself craving some quintessential summer flavors, then look no further! Recipe 01: Watermelon Ice Cream Smooth, light, and refreshing, this easy to make ice cream […]
Summer Mac And Cheese Ideas
It’s summer! Time for sprinklers, sun, and parks. It also means that my kids are home for lunch on a more regular basis, which means that I’m officially in charge of three meals a day. Sigh. I love my littles, don’t get me wrong, but coming up something healthy and different for them to eat […]
Feeling Devilish? Eggcellent!
One of my guilty pleasures is a devilish deviled egg. It’s weird, I know. But when you have a coop of chickens who lay lots of eggs, you tend to get creative about how you eat them. I just happen to love a good deviled egg! There is something so satisfying about the creamy yolk […]