Basil plants everywhere else have grown wild this summer and now you’re probably wondering what you’re going to do with the rest of your abundant supply. Your first instinct is probably to make a boatload of pesto. Do it. One… Read more25 Ways to Use Basil
Football Sunday…gotta feed all the boys. I have to figure something out every weekend. They watch football all day long and take every opportunity to let me know that they’re hungry. And when I say “opportunity”, I mean “commercial.”… Read moreBeer Cheese Soup – Quick and Easy!
Well, the fall and winter will be here before you know it, as are many days (and nights) of cold, rain, snow, ice and wind. Thanks to a trunk load of firewood we got this weekend – courtesy of my… Read moreAn Adventure in Hot Chocolate
Cheese straws are a southern favorite. I have memories of these cheesy sticks of yumminess that go back to the days when our extended family gathered for Homecoming in central Louisiana. Whether at my grandparents house or down by the… Read moreSouthern Summer Cheese Straws
Unless you’re escaping on a six-week vacation soon (if so, send me a postcard!), you’re likely celebrating the holiday season with a mix of friends, family, neighbors and coworkers. While your charming personality is the greatest contribution to a festive… Read more3 Ways to Make a Cheese Plate
When it comes to the biggest, most hyped meal of the year, ease your way into the overindulgence with pre-dinner nibbles that will ignite palates without ruining appetites. Serve one or two of these stylish, seasonal hors d’oeuvres, and you… Read more8 Easy Appetizers for Your Thanksgiving Gathering
I needed a dip to serve Sunday night and my go-to onion soup packet was nowhere in sight. Man, that stuff has become a crutch in my kitchen. Meatloaf, stews, pot roast, hamburgers, potatoes, chicken, chili, gravy, veggies…oh my gosh!… Read moreHomemade Dried Onion Soup Mix
Avocado Deviled Eggs For a tasty twist on classic deviled eggs, give this slightly spicy version a try. The combination of avocado, red pepper flakes, and other spices add tons of extra flavor to an otherwise basic recipe. Prefer more… Read moreAvocado Deviled Eggs – Keto / Paleo Friendly
This delicious white bean dip is a great addition to any party menu. It is quick and easy to make – and your guests are sure to love the subtle balance of flavors packed into each bite. It is perfect… Read moreWhite Bean Dip with Seasoned Pita Chips
Our family used to have fondue a lot. It was a 70’s thing to do. We had the fancy copper pot, the cool can of blue fire and all those awesome fondue forks. I always used the one with the… Read moreHave a Fondue Party at Home
