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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 …

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 …

Homemade honey nut granola is the perfect easy breakfast recipe! Pre-make a batch and then eat it with milk, as a parfait, or on its own. We have been making granola at home for years. I used to buy it from the grocery store all of the time until I realized how easy it is …

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 …

Ginger candied carrots have a nice balance of lemons and ginger in every bite. It’s the perfect side dish for holidays or everyday dinners. Ginger candied carrots are the perfect side dish for everyday meals and holiday dinners.  Making my orange honey ham for Christmas, or any holiday dinner? Or this chicken bacon Alfredo stuffed …

No-churn cookies and cream ice cream is an easy way to cool off on a hot summer day. The best part – this is a 3-ingredient recipe! It’s a heat wave and I’m making ice cream. I have a serious love of no-churn ice cream. It’s so easy. It starts with two ingredients How could …

Summer cocktail recipes that will help you cool down and relax on hot summer days. Easy to make and sure to please! With a blog named The Thirsty Feast, it is not surprising that we would have more than a few summer cocktail recipes to share with you. Whether you’re looking for sangria or punch, …

This berry rosé sangria is super fruity and super delicious. It’s made with strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and rosé and is easy to make! I’m a sangria girl no matter the season but especially in the summer. There is something so refreshing about a cold glass of sangria when it’s hot and sticky outside. Midwestern summers …

This country style rigatoni recipe is the perfect easy weeknight recipe. From-scratch tomato cream sauce is added to pasta, Italian sausage, and peas for a hearty and filling dinner. I have an unwavering love for pasta. Luckily, a nearby restaurant had recently transitioned from German cuisine to classic Italian, making it the perfect choice for …

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 …

This hibiscus paloma is a refreshing cocktail recipe; tart grapefruit and lime juices are paired with sweet and floral hibiscus simple syrup. Earlier this month, I made grapefruit hibiscus margaritas and I have about 10 gallons of hibiscus simple syrup and a pitcher of grapefruit juice leftover. Okay…. those amounts are grossly exaggerated. But I did amass …

Mini raspberry cheesecake tacos are a fun summer dessert! Smooth, creamy, no-bake cheesecake in a crispy, sweet shell topped with raspberry pie filling.  These raspberry cheesecake tacos are bite-sized goodies – the perfect treat for those summer get-togethers. Or, this could be a fun twist on Taco Tuesday. Who wants to bake the usual cheesecake …

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 …

This blackberry Moscow mule is a sweet variation of the classic Moscow mule recipe. Blackberry jam adds a delicious sweetness to this easy cocktail! I have been a fan of the traditional Moscow mule for a long time. It is the fizz of the spicy ginger beer and the sour taste of the lime juice …

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 …

Strawberry cinnamon rolls with homemade strawberry cream cheese frosting and strawberry filling are a fun twist on classic cinnamon rolls. There is nothing better than the smell of baking cinnamon rolls. I usually bake the premade cinnamon roll dough you can pick up at the grocery store, but this time I went all out. Most …

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 …

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 …

Easy buffalo chicken quesadillas are the perfect party food for the whole family! Serve these cheesy quesadillas with blue cheese and ranch dressing at your game day celebrations. I want tender chicken, gooey cheese, and a crispy tortilla when I’m eating a buffalo quesadilla. This simple recipe contains simple ingredients – just how I like …

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 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 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 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 …

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 …

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 sparkling rye whiskey cocktail is easy to make. Only 4 ingredients – perfect for parties and signature wedding drinks! I am a fan of both sparkling wine AND a fan of whiskey so I decided to combine them. Why not, right? Both are kept on hand in my home at all times and sometimes …

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 antipasto skewers recipe is the perfect lazy day Italian appetizer for a large crowd. They can easily be made from store-bought pickled items or your pantry stash!  One of my favorite appetizers is these delicious antipasto skewers. They are a great way to start the party and perfect for folks who like to graze …

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 …

This penne aglio e olio is an easy twist on a classic pasta dish. Serve it as a simple side dish for chicken or as dinner for meatless Monday! Like most of the world, I am on a quest to eat healthier (at least in January haha). I’m also on a quest to spend less …

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 …

This fancy baked goat cheese cranberry appetizer recipe is easier to make than it looks! It is the best cranberry appetizer recipe for the holiday season! Indulge in the perfect holiday appetizer with this easy baked goat cheese cranberry appetizer recipe. It’s a dream come true! The first time I tasted hot, baked, and creamy goat cheese …

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 …

With this delicious Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole, you can have a delicious breakfast without all the fuss!  Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but many people struggle to eat a wholesome breakfast each morning. Blueberry French Toast Casserole is a sweet, fruit-flavored breakfast casserole that makes your morning breakfast quick and …

When you want to add a sweet, fruit-flavored touch to your pancakes, waffles, and other breakfast treats, Blueberry Syrup is a must-have. Learn how to make fresh Homemade Blueberry Syrup that you can put on everything! I love fresh blueberries! There’s something so comforting about fresh blueberries. My go-to blueberry recipe would be a toss …