Plastic wine glasses pop up at parties everywhere. They’re great in the fact that they are disposable and really inexpensive. However, they are wee bit bland and boring. Spice them up with a little paint and a bit of twine for a really cute, and customizable serving piece that just screams party! MATERIALS: Plastic wine…Continue Reading “DIY Disposable Wine Glasses”
Summer food is the stuff that brings smiles to tanned faces and fills hungry bellies with wholesome goodness. Pasta salad is a salad that’s worth celebrating just as much as summer itself. This Celebration Pasta Salad is that salad. A light, refreshing mix of veggies, pasta, and cheese all tied together with a sweet vinaigrette….Continue Reading “Celebration Pasta Salad”
Packing a picnic basket properly is essential to maximize space and to protect from any spills or breaks. Depending on each individual basket here are a few pointers to keep you on track. Packing a Picnic Bakset: 15 Helpful Hints • If possible, use multiple baskets. Separate items such as dinnerware, linens, and glassware from food…Continue Reading “How to Pack a Picnic Basket”
Quesadilla may be my middle name. I mean they are just the perfect answer to fill up some boozy party guests or a quick weeknight meal. Upgrade your quesadilla game by using Pimento Cheese or better yet, Poblano Cheese instead. Consider making minis for parties and serving them up in holders made of lime wedges…Continue Reading “Poblano Cheese Quesadillas”
I cook with sweet potatoes all the time. I love them just about any way you can throw them at me. Baked sweet potatoes are a superfood side dish that compliments any meal, but sometimes just gets tossed to the side. Why not make it the star by stuffing it with a satisfying mix of…Continue Reading “Stuffed Sweet Potatoes”
Let’s be honest. Everything is just way damn cuter when it’s mini. Well, at least most things. So a little minute version of a Shepherd’s pie is just irresistible. Perfectly portioned sizes are ideal for parties or weeknight dinners alike. The addition of a golden crust is just ideal for adding that bit of crisp…Continue Reading “Mini Shepherd’s Pie”
Certain occasions always call for specific dishes. A shepherd’s pie is no exception and is a staple on St. Patty’s Day or when I clean out the fridge. Either way, it’s delicious. Shepherd’s pie or cottage pie is a meat pie that usually consists of a beef or lamb filling that’s topped with a crust…Continue Reading “Shepherd’s Pie”
There’s just nothing like some warming chicken soup or chowder to help ease the pains of the bubonic plague. I’ve been meaning to share my go-to recipe for fighting off any cold of the season, but unless I’m under the weather it’s just not on the forefront of my mind. That all came to a…Continue Reading “Corn Chowder”
Step away from the kid’s table and pull up a chair to an adult approved Mac & Cheese that’s downright swoon-worthy. Oooey gooey cheese, pumpkin, and a crispy topping loaded with garlic make this Macaroni and cheese the stuff dreams are made of. RECIPE: 4 cups dried macaroni 1 can pumpkin 1 stick butter 4…Continue Reading “Pumpkin Mac & Cheese”
If you’re from the South, you know that we skip the stuffing and instead, opt for a side of dressing. Cornbread based and laden with chicken or turkey, this casserole-like dish is delicious. A browned, crusty top makes way for a herb infused, moist inner layer. Since it’s the holidays and all, you can’t go…Continue Reading “Fried Chicken & Dressing”