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 …
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This easy homemade croutons recipe is perfect for soups and crispy salads! This simple recipe is the best way to make a batch of homemade croutons. There is no need to buy store-bought croutons anymore. Nope. Sorry, crouton companies, but the best croutons are so easy to make that you should make them yourself. I may say …
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 …
This Philly cheesesteak rotini is just like the sandwich but with pasta! Use a cheaper cut of steak for a budget-friendly and delicious dinner. This recipe is full of steak, veggies, and of course, cheese! This post is sponsored by RAGÚ®. Thank you for supporting the brands that we love! All opinions are my own. …
Looking for an easy-to-make and filling dinner? Try this chorizo rigatoni casserole! A blend of sweet bell peppers, chorizo and cheese make this a great weeknight meal. This post is sponsored by RAGÚ®. Thank you for supporting the brands that we love! All opinions are my own. Casseroles are perfect for weeknight dinners. I usually prep …
This roasted garlic tomato soup is recipe is easy to make and perfect when paired with a grilled cheese sandwich. This flavorful and aromatic soup is easy to make and is great as lunch! This post is sponsored by Red Gold Tomatoes. Thank you for supporting the brands that I love! All opinions are my …
These braised porcupine meatballs are an easy dinner recipe, perfect for any night of the week. They’re also a great way to use up leftover rice! This post is sponsored by RAGÚ®. Thank you for supporting the brands that we love! All opinions are my own. My mom was a supermom. She worked two jobs …
This corn dip recipe is perfect for all parties. Just throw all of the ingredients together! Its a great last minute appetizer and can be served hot or cold. I’m sharing an insanely delicious, easy to make dip recipe today. It’s a corn dip that can be served hot or cold – sounds perfect right? …
The bloody margarita combines the best parts of a bloody mary and margarita into one cocktail – perfect for a fun Sunday brunch, fiestas, and of course, Cinco de Mayo. Is it a bloody mary? Is it a margarita? It’s both! If you feel like celebrating Cinco de Mayo all year long and woke up …
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 tomato queso dip recipe is perfect for game day parties and tailgating. It only takes 15 minutes to make and is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Add this to your party recipe rotation when you are looking for a quick and delicious dip! This post is sponsored by Red Gold Tomatoes. Thank you …
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 …
No game day celebration is complete without buffalo flavored recipes. Whether you are using it to make wings, appetizers or something a little special, it is a must have. It’s even great for non-sports related parties and your guests will be excited to eat something a little spicy. They may only eat buffalo sauce when …
These Rainbow Veggie Kabobs are the perfect summer side dish! Serve them with my delicious and easy-to-make Grilled Lemon Garlic Sauce. This post is brought to you in sponsorship with I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter! Thank you for supporting the brands that I love. All opinions are my own. I usually come up with …
My recap of my trip to Barcelona with Miele for The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 15th Anniversary event. Part 1 includes the 50 Best Talks and the official after party. I’ve been very lucky to partner with some fantastic brands and Miele is definitely one of my favorites. I traveled to NYC last year to …
Parmesan red pepper crisps are a delicious and easy snack for cheese lovers! Believe me, this is way better than a potato chip! Only 2 ingredients. I think my husband’s favorite part of me food blogging is his job as my chief taste tester. This job of his does sometimes bring him displeasure (not everything …
This grilled guacamole recipe is going to be your new favorite summer dip. Grilling all of the vegetables gives the guacamole a smoky and unforgettable taste. It’s time for the 2017 summer edition of the Freaky Friday Blog Hop! You may be wondering what the Freaky Friday Blog Hop is. Multiple bloggers get together and …
This orange red wine spritzer is a great cocktail for any season. Mix up a batch of cinnamon simple syrup, grab a bottle of your favorite red and try this drink today! Summmertime…. in the city. I am a huge fan of cocktails and this one is a favorite. Thirsty Thursday is over so it’s …
This onion relish recipe is perfect for spring and summer barbecues! It is a great substitute for pickle relish and delicious with hot dogs and sausages. We love to grill at The Thirsty Feast. We grill multiple times a week and painstakingly clean and maintains our grill to its original condition. It has its own …
This mint strawberry jam cocktail is perfect for all of your summer parties and barbecues. Serve it in a mason or jam jar for an extra special touch! With summer barbecue and party season just around the corner, I thought it was high time to bring you another easy cocktail recipe. Easy cocktails are my …
This triple berry jam frozen yogurt bark is perfect for busy mornings. It’s like eating a make-ahead breakfast parfait popsicle and is great for feeding a crowd! I have found myself skipping breakfast lately and I know that is a problem I have to change. Mainly it is because I never seem to have the …
This bean burrito casserole is the perfect weeknight vegetarian freezer meal. Pull the casserole dish out of the freezer and defrost it during the day. Pop it in the oven after work and have dinner on the table in just 30 minutes! When I was in college, I was lucky to have a really great …
Blueberry lemon curd is the perfect addition to brunch! Add it to your french toast, crepes or even desserts! My favorite way to use it is as the center of a cupcake. I don’t really know where I got the idea to transform traditional lemon curd by adding blueberries to the curd itself, but I’m really glad …
These grilled chicken salad lettuce wraps are a healthy addition to your lunch. Nuts, grapes, apples and chicken are topped with a honey balsamic vinaigrette. I read somewhere that Beyonce keeps her curves looking all svelte by eating a diet of grilled chicken breast and steamed vegetables. I tried that once. For about 12 hours. …
Lemon poppy seed muffins with a twist! These easy muffins are filled with lemon curd and are perfect for every day breakfasts or a fancy brunch menu. Whenever I go out for breakfast, I always look to see if there is a good muffin available for me to order. If I go to a coffee …
This cinnamon French toast is a delicious breakfast recipe made with simple ingredients. Top with fresh fruit, nuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup. I realized that I only eat French toast when I go out for breakfast or brunch. It doesn’t make sense because it is so easy to make, and I really like it. The …
This recipe for loaded burrito bowls will hit the spot if you have picky eaters or need to eat dinner quick. Load the table with a variety of burrito fillings to make this everyone’s favorite! What a whirlwind of a month. Or a year. I keep taking on more and more tasks and I find I’m having less …
These baked buffalo chicken egg rolls are great as an appetizer or lunch! Serve them with blue cheese dressing and extra buffalo sauce! These baked buffalo chicken egg rolls are an absolute treat, perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a delightful appetizer or a satisfying lunch. The combination of tender chicken and zesty …
Looking for a healthy breakfast? Try this strawberry banana green smoothie recipe! It’s dairy free and sweetened by dates. Happy New Year everyone! This year has just begun and I am sure many of you are either on new diets or trying to introduce healthier foods into your diets. This green smoothie recipe is easy to …
These sheet pan loaded chicken nachos are delicious AND easy to make! Make the slow cooker chicken the night before or the morning of to save time. What is one thing everyone wants more of? Nachos! No, wait, actually it’s time. But we all want nachos too. That’s why today I’m sharing this sheet pan nachos recipe that …
There’s nothing better than morning’s with a great cup of coffee, Make yourself a cafe latte with the Miele CM6 and a big batch of some scones! I took a moratorium on vanilla lattes a few years ago. It literally was years before I had one again on my trip to New York City with Miele. One …
Salted caramel chocolate pretzel bark is the treat that keeps on giving. It’s great for the holidays, either as dessert or as a gift! This salted caramel chocolate pretzel bark has been so popular in my home since I first made it that I have had to make two more batches. I just can’t keep …
Include a holiday crostini bar at all of your holiday parties this year! These 12 3-ingredient crostini recipes are easy to make and pair perfectly with my favorite Sicilia DOC wines, Nero d’Avola and Frappato. This post is sponsored by Wines of Sicily. My love of Sicilian wine and my opinions are my own. Are you throwing …
Apple cinnamon raisin granola is the perfect snack or breakfast! It’s easy to make and the perfect way to experience Jewel-Osco’s O Organics® USDA-certified organic products. Thank you to Jewel-Osco for sponsoring this conversation! All opinions are my own (and so is my love for the O Organics products!) There’s nothing I like more than a delicious snack. …
The holidays just got better thanks to this easy cranberry goat cheese Christmas wreath appetizer with crescent rolls. It’s the perfect mix of sweet and tart! The only season I like better than autumn is BAKING SEASON. There is something about the glorious smells that come of the oven once the weather gets cooler and …
These cream cheese brownies are decadently delicious! A smooth cream cheese layer is sandwiched between two layers of chocolate fudge. Thank you to Phil’s Fresh Eggs for sponsoring today’s conversation. My love of their cage-free eggs and all opinions are my own. One thing I can never turn down is a good brownie. Even better is a brownie …
These baked scotch eggs are the perfect party appetizer! Serve them with my shallot yogurt dip; your guests will definitely come back for more! Thank you to Phil’s Fresh Eggs for sponsoring today’s conversation. My love of their cage-free eggs and all opinions are my own. My history with scotch eggs goes a bit like the story …
This mixed berry milkshake is easy to make and a great way to use up summer’s bounty of berries. You can use any berries you want – raspberries, blackberries, blueberries or strawberries. It will taste delicious each time! We have a ridiculous grape vine in our yard that I’m just now learning how to prune. …
Try this easy potato egg salad! It is the perfect side dish for your next BBQ and all of the summer holidays: Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day! Originally published May 2013, text and photos updated June 2015. Here’s my twist on potato salad. I like when there are a lot of eggs …
This huevos rancheros recipe is a delicious way to start your day! Made with homemade salsa and fresh eggs, it is hearty and perfect for weekend brunch or large family gatherings. Thank you to Phil’s Fresh Eggs for sponsoring today’s conversation. My love of their cage-free eggs and all opinions are my own. Huevos rancheros is one …
This tuna macaroni salad recipe is an easy lunch recipe. It can be made quickly and has a nice crunch thanks to the diced green peppers. Ever since I was diagnosed with an adult-onset shellfish allergy, I have been craving seafood. I guess you want what you can’t have. We have been eating a lot …
The Miele Culinary Adventure includes the Miele Experience Center, The 50 Best Restaurants Awards ceremony, and a food tour of Chelsea Market. This post is brought to you in collaboration with Miele. All content, ideas, and words are my own. Last month I traveled to New York City for the Miele Culinary Adventure. You may …