This homemade pepper jalapeño liqueur is fantastic! The pepper and jalapeño infusion is subtle and perfect for fun brunch cocktails like the ever popular Bloody Mary. One of my favorite trends in mixology right now is the creation of unique liqueurs by bartenders. I wish, back when I was a bartender, I had been half as …
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This vanilla cranberry mimosa recipe is perfect for winter brunches, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and holiday and New Year’s Eve parties! Only 3 ingredients and very easy to make. Do your plans for the holidays include any parties? Because I have found the perfect winter party cocktail! I think every year I host some kind of holiday …
Enjoy the flavors of fall all year round with one of these pumpkin pie milkshakes! Top yours with whipped cream and some graham cracker crumbs for the perfect treat! You know how much I love my milkshakes. First I brought you my long-time love, the java lava crumbler. Then it was the toasted marshmallow peanut …
If you’re looking for ways to use canned tomatoes, you’ve come to the right place. These recipes using canned tomatoes are great dinner and lunch recipes! Canned tomatoes are a great pantry staple item; I always have canned diced tomatoes and crushed tomatoes on hand. So many of my favorite recipes include canned tomatoes that …
The Kentucky Mule is a delicious twist on a traditional Moscow Mule cocktail. Kentucky bourbon, ginger beer, and fresh-squeezed lime juice make this an easy 3-ingredient bourbon cocktail. I’d like you to meet the Kentucky Mule – the Moscow Mule’s distinguished cousin with a Kentucky twist. I’ve had a love affair with Kentucky for a …
Looking for a fall cocktail? Try this autumn spiced rum cider cocktail – the perfect blend of spiced rum, spiced apple cider and hard cider. Plus cinnamon and star anise! Autumn is finally here and with that brings lots of seasonal treats. I know that everyone always talks about pumpkin when the weather gets cooler. …
Making homemade buffalo sauce from scratch is simple with this easy recipe! Choose your spice level – great for game day, buffalo wings, chicken dips, and as a dipping sauce. I love making any homemade condiment, spice mix, and my own sauces. I started with taco seasoning mix, went on to make a delicious and very …
I’ve rounded up 20 fall soup recipes perfect for warming you up after a football game or an afternoon of leaf raking. There are healthy options, easy soups, warm soups and more – all the fall soups you could ask for!
Taco pinwheels are made with refried beans, taco seasoning, cream cheese, and sour cream. A delicious, make-ahead cold vegetarian appetizer! Bite-size appetizers are great for parties of all kinds. Tailgating, holidays, birthdays, and more! These vegetarian taco pinwheels are not only yummy; they are also super easy to make. I thought about adding meat but …
This chicken potato chowder is great for using up leftover grilled chicken breasts. It is easy to make and super tasty thanks to added bacon. I am always looking for ways to use up leftover grilled chicken. We tend to buy the family pack of chicken breasts when they are on sale and then we …
This easy meatball tortellini soup is hearty and perfect for lunch or dinner! Made with store-bought tortellini and giant homemade meatballs! Most of the time when I am cooking, I try to make everything from scratch. I guess in many ways I have gotten on the no-preservative wagon. The other day, however, I was at …
This savory apple galette is filled with apples, chicken, and cheese. It is the perfect fall weeknight dinner recipe. Plus, a savory pie crust recipe! I love galettes! Pies have always seemed like too much work; unless you are making a “rustic” pie, you need to be so perfect. Instead, I like to make galettes which are …
My no cook corn black bean salsa recipe takes 10 minutes to make and is perfect for parties, tailgating and holidays. Make this your new favorite quick appetizer! Tailgating season is almost here. I am actually watching baseball this summer and now I have to get myself in a football mood. I’m not complaining though …
Indulge in the refreshing and flavorful Raspberry Gin Spritzer, a tasty cocktail perfect for a romantic evening or a relaxed gathering. Only 4 ingredients are needed to make this easy raspberry cocktail! Over the past few years, there has been a resurgence of speakeasies and classic cocktail lists with drinks you once thought only grandpa and grandma drank. …
This no bake blueberry cheesecake recipes needs to be your go-to summer dessert. So easy to make in individual portions and so delicious! Originally published March 2015, updated July 2019. Folks. My kitchen does not have air conditioning. I have a big window that lets in a mediocre breeze but otherwise I’m dependent on a pretty strong fan …
One Pot Tomato and Pesto Pasta – a delicious 30 minute dinner. Use store-bought or homemade pesto and add shaved parmesan cheese to make this easy pasta dish! This one pot tomato and pesto pasta recipe is a year-round recipe but it’s particularly perfect for the summer and fall seasons. The times of year when …
This red white and blue cheesecake parfait recipe is the perfect dessert for Memorial Day, Labor Day and Fourth of July parties! They are easy to make, full of fresh fruit and delicious! Have I ever told you about my sweet tooth? I love sweets and desserts so much that we have a shopping “rule” not …
Make this slow cooker barbacoa beef the next time you are in the mood for tacos, burritos or quesadillas! Originally published January 2015, updated June 2019. The one kitchen tool or appliance that I keep handy year-round is my slow cooker. In the winter, when I am all bundled up and don’t want to leave …
This grilled chicken avocado salad is topped with homemade jalapeno cilantro dressing. It is the perfect easy summer salad and great for quick lunches! I’ve been taking a chance on foods I don’t normally eat. Avocados used to make me squeamish, to say the least. At events, I could be seen scraping the avocado off of …
This raspberry sweet tea cocktail combines raspberry honey simple syrup, honey liqueur, and bourbon with iced tea to make the perfect mixed summer drink! My sister and I used to watch a lot of TV together. We would do a little margherita pizza eating and Netflix binge watching once a week. Boy, do we love our Kimmy Schmidt. …
This easy baked Alaskan halibut recipe can be on the table in under 30 minutes. Serve it with rice and a simple salad. Originally published March 2015, updated May 2019. Making fish at home is very easy and you can find really great fresh and frozen Alaskan seafood at the grocery store nowadays. I decided …
Deviled egg dip is perfect for using up extra hard boiled eggs. It’s a chunky dip and a great addition to your Easter and holiday party menu. This dip is the perfect way to use up those leftover Easter eggs. Forget about egg salad – deviled egg dip is where it’s at. Also, this easy recipe …
Chicken fajitas are the perfect recipe for summer family dinners! Homemade fajita seasoning and marinade plus chicken, bell peppers, onions, and spices. I recently pulled my indoor grill out of a box and used it to make this chicken fajita recipe. Very, very nice and convenient! It kind of made me feel like I was not in the midst …
Start your day with these delicious blueberry almond pancakes, topped with homemade honey poached blueberries. Perfect for breakfast! I’m not really a breakfast person. I drink a big cup of coffee in the morning around 7am and then don’t usually eat until 2 or 3. Yes, I know this is probably one of the worst …
This creamy blue cheese dip is perfect for your next party or game day gathering. Serve it with potato chips, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables! I have been a fan of blue cheese forever. There is something about the tanginess that I love. Sometimes, I even say it is the best cheese. If you feel the same …
These heart shaped rice krispie pops are the perfect easy Valentine’s Day treat for you and your kids! Whip up a batch of rice krispie treats, dip them in chocolate and apply sprinkles! You guys. YOU GUYS. Valentine’s Day is coming up. I have talked about how we don’t really celebrate V-Day here so many times …
This easy garlic soup recipe is simple and perfect for garlic lovers and people fighting colds. An everyday soup made from pantry staples. I feel bad for my neighbors, both upstairs and next door. For the last week, I’ve been testing this clear garlic soup recipe, and as the title may suggest, it has a …
This easy orange honey ham is perfect for Easter or Christmas dinner. Start with a spiral-cut, pre-cooked ham for a simple, delicious meal! You only need 4 ingredients to get this easy holiday meal on the table. My family is a ham family. Christmas and Easter dinners are always ham. And if you don’t like ham… well …
The bee sting cocktail is a spicy take on The Bee’s Knees. You’ll be adding this easy to make, buzz-worthy drink to your list of favorite cocktails! Grab a bottle of chile liqueur and drink this today. Get ready to shake things up and embark on a delightful journey into the world of cocktails! It’s …
This bourbon chocolate milkshake is the perfect adult shake! Use vanilla ice cream, your favorite bourbon, and baking cocoa for this combination dessert/nightcap! This recipe is an “oldie but goodie” back from the days when I was a brand ambassador for Rodelle! If you’re new to Rodelle, they develop superior baking extracts and gourmet spice blends (and are …
This apple mint iced tea cocktail is delicious, refreshing, and perfect for spring and summer! Make one today to celebrate warmer weather. There’s nothing better on a hot humid day than a nice, cold glass of iced tea! I know you know what I’m talking about. May and June usually bring the heat in addition to …
Make pickled jalapenos with this easy recipe. Quick pickled jalapeños can be made the day before and enjoyed on a variety of foods including nachos and chili. Also included are instructions for canning jalapeños. Last summer I decided that pickling was my new hobby. I pickled cucumbers… to make pickles. I pickled blueberries and shared them at …
This homemade pizza sauce recipe is one of my favorite easy DIY recipes, and it’s sure to make homemade pizza night more fun. With simple ingredients and a burst of flavor, you’ll never go back to store-bought sauce. I spent a lot of last winter using canned goods that I bought at the store or that …
This lemon blueberry vodka spritzer is perfect for holiday parties, weekend brunches or girl’s nights. If you are searching for a signature drink, your search is over thanks to this easy cocktail recipe! This post is sponsored by Acorn. You must be 21 to consume alcoholic beverages. When doing so, please drink responsibly. No drinking …
This blueberry lemon smash is the perfect rum cocktail for the end of summer! It’s easy to make and refreshing – drink one on the next hot day! Summer is almost here. And you can make the most of these warm and sunny days with a tasty summer rum cocktail. When I get a summer …
These strawberry muffins with glaze are easy to make – they’re super moist, delicious and the strawberries will melt in your mouth! Originally published April 2013, Updated May 2015. One day, I really wanted to make blueberry muffins. I had one of those ridiculous cravings people get sometimes so I started get everything ready to make them. I grabbed …
This black bean corn chowder recipe is perfect for cold weather. If you’re looking for an easy soup or chowder recipe with bacon, this is the one! Also, it is a great way to use up leftover corn cobs. When I started blogging, I posted about a trillion recipes with black beans. Exaggeration? Yes… but I …
Make these black bean sloppy joes when you’re looking to change up Meatless Monday night! They’re easy to make and my new favorite from-scratch recipe. It’s vegetarian and vegan! Easy dinners have been on my mind a lot this week. So have recipes from my childhood. You may have seen my porcupine meatball recipe last …
Ditch the winter blues with an Asparagus and Cherry Tomato Salad. Made with roasted asparagus, fresh lemons, cherry tomatoes and marinated artichokes hearts. This salad is topped off with a light, bright and easy homemade lemon vinaigrette. Thank you so much for the opportunity to share a recipe with your audience Jenny! Though we’ve never …
This brie roasted red pepper soup is creamy and smooth. Serve it with homemade croutons or crusty bread and a salad for the perfect lunch! When I tell people about food blogging, the questions I get asked the most are about inspiration. Sometimes people want to know about inspiration and motivation; how do I push myself to get …
Treat yourself to homemade red wine risotto. All you need is 30 minutes and this exquisite dinner can be on the table! This post was brought to you in partnership with ALDI. All opinions are my own. My hometown of Harwood Heights is a little island nook in the city sea of Chicago. We share …
If you’re short on time, make this tomato tortellini soup! It only takes 15 minutes from start to finish and is full of flavor. Plus, 3 easy variations! I’m such a soup person that I spend hours thinking about soup. Okay, maybe not hours each day, but I do spend a lot of time planning …