An orange Moscow mule is the perfect cocktail for any time of year. This 4-ingredient mule recipe is a great way to make happy hour more fun! When the weather gets warm, I make cocktails. When the weather gets cold… I make cocktails. My favorite thing about winter is all of the fresh citrus that is available …
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This Valentine’s Day breakfast charcuterie board is the perfect way to surprise the whole family on a love-filled day! Also perfect for Galentine’s Day! Whether you are looking for ideas for Valentine’s Day brunch, or just want a thoughtful Valentine’s Day breakfast, this easy charcuterie board idea is going to bring the wow factor. You …
Shrimp jalapeño poppers stuffed with bacon are perfect for game day and summer parties! An easy appetizer recipe with baking, grilling, and air-fryer instructions included. When planning a game day menu, you can’t go wrong with jalapeño poppers of all kinds. They are spicy, savory, and delicious. These shrimp jalapeño poppers are stuffed with cheese …
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 …
These heart shaped strawberry waffles are perfect for Valentine’s Day! Use a cookie cutter or a heart-shaped waffle iron for this sweet pink treat. Get ready to fall in love with these delightful heart-shaped strawberry waffles that are as charming as they are delicious. Homemade waffles are one of my favorite things to make. The …
This blackberry kiwi mojito recipe is a fruity riff on the classic Mojito. Made with fresh fruit, mint springs, and rum, this refreshing cocktail is the perfect summer drink. The mojito is a classic cocktail known for its invigorating taste, characterized by a blend of fresh mint, lime, sugar, and soda or sparkling water. This …
This Christmas Wreath Cheese Ball recipe is the perfect holiday appetizer, a blend of creamy cheeses, bacon, and jalapeños. Delight guests with this visually stunning Christmas Wreath Cheese Ball, a festive blend of creamy cheeses, savory bacon, and zesty jalapeños. This is an easy-to-make, make-ahead holiday centerpiece perfect for adding flavor and flair to your …
This easy Frito Corn Salad recipe combines vibrant veggies, zesty spices, and the crunch of Fritos for a delicious salad, perfect for potlucks and parties. This Fritos Corn Salad is a crowd-pleaser on game day, at picnics, BBQs, potlucks, or as an easy salad for any meal. The first time I made this, I fell …
This hearty stuffed pepper soup recipe is like traditional stuffed peppers but in soup form! When soup season calls, bell pepper soup is a great way to please the whole family! I sometimes joke that soup is my life, but that is just a dramatic way for me to describe my love of soup. This …
This homemade cheese garlic pull apart bread recipe is drenched in garlic herb butter and gooey mozzarella. Perfect for holidays and game day! Whether you are looking for food to serve for football season or craving garlic crack bread (yes, pull apart bread is sometimes called that,) you are in the right place for a …
This homemade bacon jam recipe is a true bacon lover’s dream. Caramelized onions meet smoky bacon in this soft, spreadable jam. For bacon lovers and culinary enthusiasts alike, the concept of bacon jam may be uncharted culinary territory. Often compared to bacon marmalade, this savory spread is a bacon lover’s dream come true. Imagine the perfect balance of caramelized onions and thick-cut, smoked bacon mixed together, creating a soft, spreadable jam that tantalizes your taste …
Whipped Feta Dip, inspired by Greek cuisine – indulge in the rich and tangy flavors of the Mediterranean with this easy, creamy recipe. My favorite kinds of dips are easy to make. This delightful dip is easy to prepare and a crowd-pleaser, making it an ideal addition to any gathering or meal. If you’re having …
Jenny Bullistron is a self-taught home cook and a former bartender. She lives in a weird suburb of Chicago, but dreams of moving to a smaller place with more grass, green space, and clean air. If she could grow her own fruit and vegetables, she would be living her dream life. She goes by Jenny …
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 …
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 …
My easy spicy sausage corn chowder recipe will warm you up! It’s easy to make and feeds a crowd or makes enough for leftovers the next day. Cold winter nights call for delicious hot meals. So does a chilly day in late summer. I have dreams of eating big bowls of steaming soup in front …
This easy recipe for pasta with pumpkin sauce is a great addition to your fall dinner table. Lots of gorgonzola cheese and pine nuts for crunch! Pumpkin!! I know you are seeing it all over the place. That’s what happens September – November. People just can’t get enough of it. And I’m one of those …
Strawberry pop-tarts are a breakfast classic that is loved by both kids and adults! I loved the boxed pop-tarts growing up and now I can make them at home. These homemade strawberry pop-tarts use common ingredients, can be frozen and will bring back all your favorite childhood memories at the breakfast table. I remember eating …
Making vanilla extract is one of the easiest kitchen DIYs. It is a great, quick afternoon project. I don’t know if it’s kid-friendly but that’s up to you. I couldn’t resist adding another DIY gift to my blog. My first DIY gift was this melt and pour soap tutorial which, thanks to Pinterest and Mashable, …
I don’t know if you’ve seen Candy Kabobs floating around or not, but we can all agree they are adorable. Spend some time making these Candy Kabobs because they are pretty sweet! Candy Kabobs are great for making for a party, event, or for an everyday adventure. Kids love to help their parents put these …
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 …
If you’re looking for a refreshing twist on your favorite drink, then this Grapefruit Mimosa is just what you need. You can make this mimosa for a fancy festivity or for enjoying on your own couch, there are no limits. You may think that this drink is supposed to be fancy, but in all reality, …
This creamy chicken tagliatelle recipe is quick and easy to make with just a few ingredients. A great base pasta dish, ready in under 30 minutes! I am always on the hunt for delicious pasta recipes with chicken and find myself throwing pasta and chicken together on a regular basis. It’s filling, yummy, and an easy weeknight …
This potato kielbasa soup recipe is full of cheese, crispy sausage pieces, and potato chunks! The whole family will love it. It’s a hearty and cheesy soup, 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 …
This 3-ingredient black bean soup recipe is easy to make. It’s full of protein and flavor, and can be thrown together quickly! Plus, you can make it vegan by using vegetable broth. My black bean obsession strikes again! And I am experiencing a little deja vu with that sentence – I am pretty sure I have …
This post has been sponsored by RITZ Crackers. All opinions are my own. 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! When you’re planning for holiday parties food is probably at the top of your to-do list, next to …
This post has been sponsored by Prairie Organic Spirits. All opinions are my own. 21+ Drink Responsibly. This gin ginger martini is the perfect mix of spice, sweetness, and sour. Simple to make at home – the perfect nightcap or party drink. When I think of ginger as a fall or winter flavor, I always think …
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!
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 …
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible layered taco dip recipe with ground beef. It’s perfect for serving large crowds and will be a hit on game days or on your next party menu. Packed with simple ingredients like beans, shredded cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and more, this easy appetizer is a true crowd …
These moist spiced apple muffins are full of fresh apples and spices. When you get your hands on one, you’ll want another! So many mornings, I want a muffin. My mom used to make blueberry muffins in the morning before we got ready for school. I think that’s where this want comes from. I have …
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 …
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. …
Chicago-Style deep dish breadsticks are the easy version of fan-favorite Chicago style pizza. Dip these pizza dough breadsticks into your favorite pizza sauce for a fun appetizer or game day snack! I have a confession to make. I don’t enjoy deep dish pizza. Stop the presses. I am sure I’m breaking some unwritten rule as a …
This delicious blackberry sangria recipe uses red wine, muddled blackberries, and blackberry brandy for the perfect summer drink! Everybody raise yo’ hands – it’s sangria time again! Test tasting at my place has been fun these last few weeks as I’ve rolled out a couple of big batch cocktails. If you’re looking for a super …
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 …
This easy homemade hibiscus simple syrup recipe is the perfect substitute for basic simple syrup. Perfect for all of your favorite cocktails. Making simple syrup is easy and making different simple syrups is just as simple. You need a pot, water, sugar, and your favorite ingredients. Hibiscus simple syrup is one of my favorites and …
This cucumber watermelon punch is perfect for all parties and occasions. This punch recipe is fruity, floral, and very refreshing!
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 …