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July 12, 2023
S’more Bars
No access to a campfire? Make these no-bake s’more bars instead! I have 2 recipes to share with you today, both involve Golden Graham cereal and s’more ingredients. They are quick and easy to make, great for summer, require no open flame, and will be enjoyed by all. They have all the flavors of traditional s’mores (except one has peanut butter added) …and are packed with ooey gooey marshmallows, rich chocolate, and crunchy cereal. Talk about great taste and texture! The recipes can be found here, and I’ll walk you through how to make each: Golden Graham S’more Bars Peanut Butter Golden Graham S’more Bars Let’s start with Golden Graham S’more Bars. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Pour the cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside. Add the butter, corn syrup, chocolate chips, and 5 cups of marshmallows to a saucepan and heat over low heat until melted, stirring … Continue reading
July 4, 2023
JAW Ready for This?
Duunnn Dunnn… Duuuunnnn Duun… Duuunnnnnnnn Dun Dun Dun Dun Dun Dun Dun Dun Dun Dun Dunnnnnnnnnnn Dunnnn Do you know what that is? It’s the JAWS theme song because Shark Week on the Discovery Channel is fast approaching 😊 Shark Week is a week-long celebration from Sunday, July 23 – Sunday, July 30, 2023, and features shark themed programming. It’s an incredibly popular week among shark enthusiasts and anyone interested in learning more. I don’t participate in the full week, nor do I spend hours upon hours invested in shark programs, but I do like to tune-in from time to time. There is always something educational or interesting to watch. This year, I’m going to pair my viewings with some fun, festive snacks! Here are my Shark Week recipes: Pretzel Fishing Rods Sugary Shark Sushi Shark Pudding Cups No Churn Shark Infested Ice Cream Pretzel Fishing Rods are your basic pretzel rod with Twizzlers Pull ‘N’ Peel licorice used as a fishing line to secure a sour gummy worm as bait. They … Continue reading
June 30, 2023
Chicken Pesto Ciabatta Melts
Chicken Pesto Ciabatta Melts are perfect for your next weeknight meal! Think of a classic bistro sandwich with warm, toasted bread, tender, juicy chicken, fresh, ripe tomatoes, melted cheese, and an herby pesto to top it off. That’s what this recipe is, a wonderful hot sandwich option that fills the void for dinner (or lunch). It’s filling without leaving you uncomfortably full. The fresh ingredients make it feel like a light sandwich. I personally think ciabatta is the perfect bread for a sandwich. It’s soft and airy inside with a crispy crust so you can’t go wrong! The recipe can be found here. Start by baking the ciabatta bread according to package instructions. Set the bread aside to cool. Then slice the tomato and set it aside until ready to assemble. I always but take and bake ciabatta vs fresh. I think the taste holds up and I like that I can bake it when ready and feel like it … Continue reading
June 26, 2023
Easy Bruschetta Recipes
I recently wrote a blog called Simple Summer Bruschetta Recipes and I’ve been craving something similar ever since. I think bruschetta is the perfect summer appetizer because it’s easy to make, it’s a bite-sized snack, it’s customizable, and it tastes great! One piece is never enough for me, so that’s why I like to prepare a variety and enjoy a smorgasbord of recipes 😊 Here are the recipes I have for you today: Roasted Tomato Bruschetta with Pesto Peach, Prosciutto, and Ricotta Bruschetta Cream Cheese, Avocado, and Dill Bruschetta All are phenomenal in their own way. The Roasted Tomato Bruschetta with Pesto has warm tomatoes that burst open while baking, and the sweetness really complements the pesto. The Peach, Prosciutto, and Ricotta Bruschetta has juicy, ripe peach slices that pair well with the salty prosciutto. The Cream Cheese, Avocado, and Dill Bruschetta reminds me of avocado toast and is something I would love to devour … Continue reading
June 25, 2023
Pimento Mac & Cheese
Pimento Mac & Cheese is an easy weeknight skillet meal the whole family will love! It’s packed with flavor and combines 2 of my favorite things….mac and cheese and pimento cheese. I personally think pimentos are underutilized in recipes, so this is a great recipe for them to shine. I can’t wait to make it again! The recipe can be found here. Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F and use 1 Tbsp softened butter to grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles until al dente. You don’t want to overcook and make them mushy. Drain the noodles and set aside. While the noodles are cooking, make the cheese sauce. Melt 2 Tbsp butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the flour, paprika, and salt, and whisk to combine. Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly. The mixture will start to turn a … Continue reading
June 20, 2023
Triple Layer Peanut Butter Brownies
Who doesn’t love peanut butter or brownie desserts? Any hands up? I didn’t think so 😊 But if you aren’t sure, I’m confident my recipe for Triple Layer Peanut Butter Brownies will change your mind. Think rich chocolatey brownie, topped with a layer of rich and creamy peanut butter, followed by whipped cream and chopped peanut butter cups. It’s heavenly! And won’t last long! The recipe can be found here. Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9×13 baking pan with cooking spray. Prepare a boxed brownie mix according to package instructions. Use any brand or box mix of your choosing. I’m partial to the fudge brownie mixes or anything that is going to be super rich and chewy. Bake and let cool completely. While the brownies are cooling, prepare the peanut butter layer. Add the cream cheese and powdered sugar to the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat until creamy. Add the peanut butter and beat again, until … Continue reading
June 15, 2023
Thin Crust Potato Pizza with Thyme
A Thin Crust Potato Pizza with Thyme is my new favorite obsession. I enjoyed a variation of this pizza at a local restaurant and have been wanting to recreate it at home ever since. I must say, mine tastes just as good! The base is a homemade pizza dough that is topped with shredded cheese, thinly sliced (almost paper thin) potatoes and onions, and fresh thyme. It’s easy to make, flavorful, and delicious. I used my recipe for Thin Crust Pizza Dough for the crust. If you have a different crust recipe you prefer, go ahead and use it, but this recipe is simple to prepare and doesn’t require any proofing so you can make this recipe on a whim and don’t have to worry about added time for the dough to rise. Easy weeknight meal? I think so. The recipe for the Thin Crust Potato Pizza with Thyme can be found here. It does include instructions for … Continue reading
June 10, 2023
Fruity Summer Martinis
Do you consider yourself outdoorsy? If you interpret that to mean “outdoorsy” in, you like to sit on a patio with a cocktail in hand then you’ve come to the right place 😊 It’s that time of year – patio season! And most definitely cocktail season. Well, cocktails are really a year-round thing but there’s something about the start of summer, all the sunshine, and the opportunity to be outside with a drink in hand that calls to most Minnesotans. I’ve been on a martini kick lately and thought it would be fun to try my hand at some fruity flavors, which is what I want to share with you today. I tend to stay away from martinis because I think the alcohol flavor is too strong and overpowering but if you play around with different ingredients and flavor profiles, you can create some really yummy concoctions. Here are the recipes: Blood Orange Martini Lemon Drop Martini Grapefruit Martini Strawberry Basil Martini … Continue reading
June 7, 2023
Camp Cuisine
We recently went on a camping trip, and it was HOT. Hotter than normal this time of year which was both pleasant and unfortunate. Pleasant because it was nicer than cold, rainy days but unfortunate because we didn’t have AC 😊 The only way to beat the heat was to make homemade ice cream. Yes, you read that correctly. We made ice cream, from scratch, while camping. And it’s actually quite easy. First, you need to purchase an Ice Cream Ball. The one we have is YayLabs! Soft Shell Ice Cream Ball. You can find it at your local sporting goods store or online by doing a simple Google search. They are reasonably priced and very fun to use. The ball has 2 sides that twist open. You add heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla to one side, and ice and ice cream salt to the other side. Roll around for 10 minutes, stir the ingredients and scrape down the sides, add additional salt, and roll … Continue reading
June 5, 2023
Mexican Street Corn Soup
You’re in for a treat with my recipe for Mexican Street Corn Soup! It has all the flavors of Mexican Street Corn but in soup form. It’s a bit sweet and savory with a slight heat kick. It’s hard to explain the explosion of flavors but if you’ve had it, you know exactly what I’m talking about. If you haven’t, I highly recommend trying it. It’s popular as corn on the cob, a cold salad, or dip. The recipe can be found here. The very first thing I recommend doing is prepare ALL ingredients. You want to be ready to assemble the soup and not slow down to chop veggies while it cooks so do the prep work first. Chop the onion, celery, cilantro, and pepper. Mince the garlic. Wash, peel, and chop the potatoes. Crumble the cotija cheese. Even measure out your spices. I like to place each in its own bowl so I can dump into contents into the pot … Continue reading
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