This vodka citrus punch recipe is VERY easy to make and it’s perfect for all parties! Whether it’s summer, Christmas, or a birthday party, this is going to be your new go-to big batch vodka cocktail. Not many people know this, but I once had serious thoughts about writing a cocktail cookbook featuring big batch …
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Garlic scallops and tomato corn relish is the perfect summer seafood recipe. Pair it with your favorite Italian wine for a refreshing and light dinner. Summer is the perfect season for fresh seafood and delicious wine. I like white wines when it’s warm outside and find that they pair perfectly with light seafood dishes like …
One Pot Tomato 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 pesto pasta recipe is a year-round recipe but it’s particularly perfect for the summer and fall seasons. The times of year when tomato vines …
This savory sweet potato pancake recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner. Pair these pancakes with chive dipping sauce for the perfect sweet and savory combination. Potato pancakes have always been among my “most loved” foods. My uncle has a fantastic traditional pancakes recipe using regular potatoes; I can never get enough of it when …
An orange mojito cocktail is the perfect refreshing easy drink recipe. The ingredients are simple – rum, fresh mint, oranges, and sugar! I love making variations on my favorite cocktails, especially when starting with a classic cocktail recipe. Sometimes, it is a simple swap, like substituting bourbon for vodka in my Kentucky Mule recipe. Other times, I add an …
Nutella muffins – this easy muffin recipe requires just 3 ingredients! Gooey Nutella, nuts, and crescent roll dough result in beautiful Nutella twist muffins. Whenever I stopped and picked up coffee, I grabbed a muffin. I missed my tender muffin breakfast when I cut out my coffee shop habit. My mini obsession led me to …
This pretzel pecan pie recipe tastes so good with a great mix of sweet and salty! Perfect for Christmas holiday parties and celebrations! Discover the ultimate indulgence with our irresistible Pretzel Pecan Pie recipe. This delectable treat combines the crunch of pecans and pretzels with a luscious blend of sweetness, creating mouthwatering flavors. Pecan pies …
This slow cooker bean dip is the perfect game day party dip. Simple ingredients – cheese, green onions, and cream cheese are the base for this easy cheesy bean dip. Is it wrong that I am pretty happy eating appetizers? If I could, I’d probably eat taco dip and jalapeno poppers and whipped feta dip and a whole slew of other small …
Jenny Bullistron is a self-taught home cook and a former bartender. She lives in a small town in Western Wisconsin on the Mississippi River (goodbye, Chicago!) Her dreams of moving to a smaller place with more grass, green space, and clean air finally came true! If she could grow her own fruit and vegetables, she …
Candied ginger is easy to make and great as candy or for garnishing cocktails and desserts. You only need a few ingredients for this recipe! I started out with the idea to make candied ginger when I was playing around with Moscow mule garnishes. Store-bought would have been fine, but that’s not how we do …
This mini bacon ranch cheese ball recipe is so easy to make and delicious! You only need 5 ingredients and 10 minutes to put this appetizer together. Sundays have been my favorite day of the week for a very long time. There is something about sitting down to watch football all day that really makes me happy. Maybe …
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 …
Do you want to make a pretty drink that’s also tasty? This Shirley Temple Drink is a recipe that is honestly so easy, you’ll wonder why you haven’t made it before. You can describe this drink as being pink and fuzzy, but very delicious. Some of you have enjoyed a Shirley Temple drink by yourself …
Kielbasa potato soup is full of cheese, crispy sausage pieces, and potato chunks! The whole family will love it. It’s a hearty and cheesy recipe, perfect for lunch or dinner. My Eastern European heritage has definitely influenced my life and what I eat. My Austrian grandmother was a baker and my Hungarian grandfather was a butcher. …
This slow cooker chocolate fondue recipe is perfect for a romantic night or a Valentine’s Day celebration. It’s the perfect way to get the whole family involved! This 3-ingredient dessert recipe is delicious! If you’re looking for a fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day or any special occasion, chocolate fondue is the perfect dessert. The …
These RITZ taco bites are the perfect easy appetizer for all of your holiday parties! All of your favorite taco flavors on your favorite crackers! This post has been sponsored by RITZ Crackers. All opinions are my own. When you’re planning for holiday parties food is probably at the top of your to-do list, next to …
This homemade buffalo sauce recipe is simple! 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 easy homemade pizza sauce recipe …
These easy baked apple slices are great as a holiday side dish, with oatmeal for breakfast, or as dessert! Easy to make and gluten free! If you are familiar with my blog, then you know I like easy and delicious recipes. It’s not that I don’t get crazy in the kitchen now and again with …
These blue cheese honey crostini are great as a last-minute appetizer. This recipe is easy to make and only 4 ingredients! I love an easy recipe and this blue cheese crostini recipe really fits the bill. Many, many easy recipes have been shared on this website over the years. I have favorites of course. Do …
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 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 cucumber watermelon punch is perfect for all parties and occasions. This punch recipe is fruity, floral, and very refreshing!
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 …
If you follow me on Instagram, you saw a ton of photos from my recent trip to Charleston, SC. Charleston is my new favorite US city and I have even been dreaming about moving there. I was in town for the Charleston Wine and Food Festival but made sure I had time (and room in …
This spicy sausage pasta one pot recipe with jalapeños, andouille sausage, and penne pasta is an easy, 30-minute recipe perfect for weeknights! I love spicy food and there are bonus points when any kind of pasta is included. Pasta dishes for the win, always. This recipe is spicy and a little smoky – you’ll have difficulty not …
This chicken ranch pasta salad is a great main course or delicious side dish! It is perfect for summer – only 5 ingredients! It’s a great way to use leftover chicken and perfect for your next BBQ. If you’re looking for an easy recipe, this ranch chicken pasta salad is it. With only five ingredients …
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 …
This chicken taco soup is great for busy weeknights! It is packed with flavor, creamy, can be spicy if you want, and works great as leftovers for lunch. This past year I was so busy what with traveling, surgeries, and side jobs that I haven’t had as much time to cook as I would like. …
Texas caviar is an easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. This no-cook dip can be made in 10 minutes and is full of vegetables! If you’ve never had Texas caviar before (sometimes known as cowboy caviar), then you’re in for treat! This is a super easy recipe. My favorite kind. It’s perfect as an appetizer for …
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 …
My raspberry Kir royale is a fun riff on the classic Kir royale. Just 3-ingredients and you have a champagne cocktail perfect for any brunch or celebration! Creme de cassis is hard to find. I don’t know why since it’s the main ingredient in a traditional Kir Royale cocktail, but it is. Thank goodness for …
This post has been sponsored by Visit Bentonville. All opinions are my own! If you’re looking for a great place to visit, look no further than Bentonville, Arkansas. Bentonville is the home of the Walmart world headquarters and the Walton Family Foundation. Their combined presence has made Bentonville a community of giving, nature, and innovation. Bentonville has …
It’s hard to call dinner recipes the best but it is definitely not hard to call them easy. The 18 easy past dinner recipes below take under 30 minutes to make and are sure to please even picky eaters. You will find one that you love and I recommend trying them all! I have. 18 …
This stuffed cilantro lime chicken is full of cheese and wrapped in bacon. Add it to your dinner rotation for a meal full of flavor! Also, learn about ALDI and all of the exciting changes they have made to their stores. This post was brought to you in partnership with ALDI. All opinions are my …
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 …
This ranch snack mix is easy to make and delicious! Simple ingredients and seasonings create a snack that you won’t be able to stop eating. You know you have a recipe winner when you have your friends and their friends and their friends’ friends asking for the recipe. Yep, that’s what happened with this ranch …
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 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! One day, I really wanted to make blueberry muffins. It was one of those ridiculous cravings people get sometimes so I started get everything ready to make them. I grabbed the mixing bowl, turned on the oven, greased …