Fennel & Spinach Soup
I’ve often been at a loss as to how to use up the fennel I receive in my seasonal CSA box. Looking for something new, I stumbled upon a fennel soup recipe. I’ve modified it a bit to really punch…
I’ve often been at a loss as to how to use up the fennel I receive in my seasonal CSA box. Looking for something new, I stumbled upon a fennel soup recipe. I’ve modified it a bit to really punch…
Although black-eyed peas cook faster than regular beans, I was in a hurry to get a big batch out for New Year’s Eve so I had to lean on my Instapot to get the job done. When my peas done…
Are you even a Gen X’er if you didn’t have Ribbon Candy as a kid? My Grandmother used to put out beautiful crystal bowls filled with colorful satiny ribbon candy over the holidays. I think most of the candy I…
I was asked to bring a savory appetizer to last minute Christmas holiday gathering so this was the cutest & easiest appetizer that I could make on such short notice! Make sure you use a huge round sturdy platter. If…
If you LOVE nature and are not intimidated by curious monkeys on your deck, or perhaps a stray tarantula in your room, read on. If you are anti-bug, anti-reptile, and overall not in love with critters close up,…
Check out my Vegan Thanksgiving Slider recipe for the Big Mountain Foods Recipe Challenge! Using their MMMMighty Mushroom Bites, I made a super tasty slider with fresh spiced cranberry sauce, sautéed wilted spinach on a brioche bun. The Big Mountain…
You can make this creative and spooky Harry Potter-themed tablescape with things you already (like old dishware, books and pewter) plus a few inexpensive crafts. Most items are available on Amazon and are easy to assemble. Your guests will be…
I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links. I find myself getting very nostalgic lately, often reminiscing about…
Cornbread is a staple in our home often served with chilis, stews and soups. I’m always looking for fun ways to jazz up basic cornbread mixes to complement whatever meal I’m making, or even serve as an appetizer. My Salsa…
Growing up in the 80’s meant we did a lot with friends in person as there was no internet or cell phone to be a time suck. Looking back at my childhood, I’m so thankful for that as we had…
I’m SO ready to entertain again. Now that summer is almost upon us, I’m ready to welcome my friends back to my home, hang out, snack on delicious food and drink delicious beverages. What I’m not ready for is the…
Just yesterday I was ushering my shy little girl into preschool and now my baby is graduating high school and will be moving across the country! How the heck did that happen? Although the light at the end of the…
If you’re having an outdoor kid party get together this summer, here are some easy, healthy and inexpensive food ideas that are also safer choices in the Covid era. Although the country is vaccinating quickly, many parents are still concerned…
The following content is sponsored by JSL foods but the content and opinions are that of my own. Our New Year’s Eve celebration may be small this year, but it will be fancy! Thankfully these sweet and savory blueberry brie…
This post is sponsored by Wente Vineyards but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Time seems to speed up after Thanksgiving as we all rush around to shop, travel, attend school plays and cram in company parties….