We recently discovered this amazing, “boozy” root beer called Not Your Father’s Root Beer. It is SO good! I immediately knew I had to get some and make giant root beer floats with it. I must say, that was a good call. Cheers, Lovelies! I think you’re going to love this summer cocktail! for one…
While Jeff was mowing the lawn, Grace and I decided it would be fun to head outside and lounge on the deck. I sat at the umbrella table and started reading this amazing book that my friend lent to me. It’s set in northern Minnesota in various areas that are familiar to me. I always…
Happy weekend, Lovelies! As you know, I am obsessed with strawberries. I absolutely love them. And paired with basil… oh my! A match made in heaven. This delicious, refreshing cocktail is the best of both of those worlds. I think these cocktails would make a lovely addition to a Mother’s Day celebration or a summer…
Aren’t these just the most adorable “autumn-y” little apple pies you’ve ever seen? I purchased the little pocket pie maker at Williams Sonoma a few years ago and it works like a charm. I tried to find the mold on their website so I could link to it for you, but I couldn’t find it.…
Here’s an easy way to spice up grilled steak! ~Cherry Bomb Steak Sauce ~ 1/2 cup whole cherry jam or preserves (I used Bonnie Maman) 2-3 Tablespoons dry red wine 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 Tablespoon lite soy sauce, regular soy sauce or ponzu sauce 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes or 1/4 teaspoon…
With all of the quinoa eating that’s been going on around here, I’m craving a burger 😉 Here’s one that we love to make when the burger urge strikes. This is a riff on Emeril’s Bamburgers and we’ve gotten in the habit of making them for the 4th of July. These are juicy, spicy, flavorful…
A few people wrote to me, asking how I make my Tazo Passion Lemonade after I wrote about it on Facebook. Sooo… I thought I’d write up a quick little post on it and share it here. You’re going to laugh. I just make it according to the exact directions on the back of the…
A “bonus” blog post for your 4th of July, Lovelies! This is colorful, refreshing, healthy and festive! serves 4 4 cups spring greens or baby spinach 2 cups fresh blueberries 2 cups fresh strawberry slices 2 cups jicama stars 4 green onions, chopped crumbled blue cheese, feta or goat cheese (optional) salt and pepper to…
Fish tacos always sound good to me. I could eat them at least 3 days a week and not get tired of them. We decided to kick up our recipe for these grilled fish tacos a notch by making them spicy, and OH MY gosh, did they ever turn out spectacular. We named them “firecracker…
Here’s a pretty, delicious and easy dessert to serve on the 4th of July, or for any summer gathering. I used my mock devonshire cream for one of the cream layers because it’s holds up better than plain, sweetened whipped cream, and because it’s not quite as sweet. I don’t like an overly sweet shortcake…