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. …
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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 …
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 …
This seasoned black beans recipe is the perfect side dish for tacos, burritos, and Mexican dishes! Easy to make with canned black beans Every once in a while, I get a craving for black beans. That craving usually isn’t accompanied by a craving for anything else. My favorite recipes include a can of black beans, …
A quick bacon brie apple crostini recipe – creamy brie, crumbled bacon, and sweet apples topped with maple syrup on crispy crostini. Apples and cheese are delicious when paired together. I often snack on red apple slices and sharp cheddar cheese – don’t knock it till you try it! If you’re like me and love …
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 …
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 beef pumpkin stew recipe is hearty and delicious! Made with pumpkin puree and beef stew meat, it is savory and guaranteed to warm you up. As the trees’ leaves start to change color and fall and the temperatures begin to drop, I start to crave heartier dinners. The warmer the meal, the better. I …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 cucumber watermelon punch is perfect for all parties and occasions. This punch recipe is fruity, floral, and very refreshing!
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 deli macaroni salad recipe is the perfect side dish for backyard BBQs and holiday celebrations like Memorial Day, Labor Day, and the Fourth of July! Do you ever eat something at a restaurant – maybe a unique salad or a spectacular sandwich – and all you can think about afterward is eating it again because it …
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 …
This chicken corn chowder recipe is creamy and hearty comfort food. The recipe is easy to follow and full of veggies – corn, potatoes, carrots, and celery! Also, you can save time by using a store-bought rotisserie chicken. We still have to deal with cool nights as the weather gets warmer and the days get …
This grapefruit hibiscus margarita is the perfect cocktail recipe to make you think of summer! Fresh grapefruit and lime juice, homemade hibiscus simple syrup, and a little muddled mint make this a fun and tropical cocktail! Grapefruit hibiscus margaritas need to happen, and they need to happen often. I can never resist an excuse to …
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 if 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 …
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 …
These blueberry chocolate scones are tart, sweet, and perfect with tea or coffee. Serve them for breakfast or brunch. If you’re looking for a chocolate chip scone recipe, you’ve come to the right place. Blueberry Chocolate Scones It doesn’t matter the season. Hot or cold, I like to bake. Turning on the oven and popping …
Try my easy basil roasted garlic tomato sauce today. This pasta sauce is thick and full of garlic and fresh basil. Serve it with your favorite pasta! Last summer, I was taking photos at a local restaurant, and one of the items was a roasted garlic dish. It smelled heavenly. Usually, when I am offered the …
From Chicago, a 5-hour drive will bring you to Traverse City, Michigan. It is known for many things, particularly it’s waterfront and it’s wine. No matter the season, there are many so things to do in Traverse City. This trip was sponsored by the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa and Traverse City Tourism. All opinions …
This classic hot toddy recipe is a great warm cocktail for the winter season. This hot cocktail will warm you up when cold weather gets you down! Perfect for when you have a cold! Many people with a sore throat, cough, or cold symptoms turn to a classic cocktail like hot toddies as their home …
This creamy chicken taco soup is great for busy weeknights! It is packed with flavor, 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. …
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 …
This egg salad cucumber canapé recipe is the perfect appetizer for Easter and Mother’s Day brunches. It is gluten-free and dairy-free and can be made in just 10 minutes. With Easter and Mother’s Day coming up, brunch recipes are at the top of my mind. Egg bakes and quiches are great main dishes but I …
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 …
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 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 citrus punch recipe is VERY easy to make and it’s perfect for all parties! Whether it’s Christmas, New Year’s Eve or a birthday party, this is going to be your new go-to big batch cocktail. Not many people know this, but I once had serious thoughts about writing a cocktail cookbook featuring big batch …
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 …
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 …
This boozy hot chocolate recipe is the perfect nightcap on a cold evening. Made with creme de menthe, the mint flavor and chocolate are the perfect pair! This post is brought to you in partnership with Rodelle. All thoughts and opinions are my own, including my love for all things Rodelle. When it’s cold outside, …
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 …