Category: Entertaining At Home
S’mores Marshmallow Pops
I love s’mores. Make them over a campfire, in the microwave, or baked into tart pan and I volunteer to be the taste tester! I’m not sure what it is exactly about these nostalgic treats that make me go gaga. Marshmallows are delicious all by […]
Oktoberfest Cheese Board
Beer, Sausage, and Cheese, oh my! When you think Oktoberfest, what do you think of? I bet it’s lederhosen, bratwurst, and, oh yeah, beer! I’ve personally never been to a real Oktoberfest celebration, but I get the gist of it. It’s all about enjoying yourself […]
Campfire S’mores Chocolate Tart
How do you like your campfire marshmallows? I love a slow roasted marshmallow. That golden outside means a warm , gooey inside…but you gotta work for it and be patient. Sometimes, I’m not patient and I’ll just set that marshmallow on a stick on fire […]
Classic French Eclairs
My kids and I love to watch the show “Nailed It” on Netflix. If you’re not familiar with the show, average, everyday people go on this baking contest show to try to recreate the items the professional (Jacques Torres) creates. They make everything from decorated […]
Dewberry Lemonade
This sweet and tangy lemonade is the perfect refreshing drink for Summer! My kids love lemonade. So much so, that every time they open the fridge, I have to make sure they aren’t getting more out. to drink. Sorry kids, bedtime is no time for […]
The Perfect July 4th Lunch at Home
Happy Independence Day, America! Let’s celebrate our freedom with the perfect July 4th lunch in our own backyards! Whether it’s just your family of four or a large gathering with friends, we have reason to celebrate this Fourth of July! So let’s cooking! How do […]
Perfectly Grilled Corn with Spicy Butter
Perfectly grilled corn on the cob is slathered with homemade spicy butter and served up fresh for a side dish that’s perfect for any day spent outdoors! With being home so much lately (thanks, Covid), I’ve been working on my grilling skills. After all, any […]
Greek Lentil Salad
My dream vacation is to go to Santorini, Greece. Just seeing the crystal blue waters and white-domed buildings make my heart go pitter patter. I know that one day I will make it there to that little island off the coast of Greece and be […]
Hummingbird Cake
Sweet pineapple and banana chunk inside a delicious layered cake? Oh yes, I sure did! We’ve been taking full advantage of the school lunch program during this stay at home (quarantine) season. My son’s school gives away free lunch to all kids every Monday through […]
The Most Moist Carrot Cake You’ve Ever Put in Your Mouth
Carrot cake is my happy place. During the pandemic, there has been a lot of good to come out of it. We’ve learned how hard our teachers have it schooling our kids. We’ve learned that nurses and doctors put their lives on the line more […]