So maybe you’ve gotten stuck in your usual Thanksgiving menu? A new year, the same squash casserole you’ve been cooking for years. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all about traditions and making those special family recipes that have been handed down. But if you are looking to vamp things up or add something new to […]

PrintCORNBREAD ELOTE Ingredients1 TB OF BACON DRIPPINGS 2 CUPS OF CORNMEAL OR 1.5 CUPS OF CORNMEAL + 1/2 CUP OF FLOUR 1 TSP OF BAKING SODA 1 TSP OF SALT 1 TB SPOON OF SUGAR 1 LARGE EGG 1 1/4 CUP OF BUTTERMILK 6 TB OF UNSALTED BUTTER ELOTE TOPPING 2 STALKS OF ROASTED CORN […]

The Fourth of July is almost here! Can you believe it?! This is one of my favorite holidays for food. We absolutely love hanging by the pool and cranking up the grill. In addition to a cold frosty one, hamburgers and hot dogs—I have a bunch of delicious, summery sides, appetizer and dessert ideas that […]

Here comes Peter Cottontail! It’s about that time to pull baskets together and I know we all have to put a little extra thought into filling them up with shopping a bit more limited. Well, you know I LOVE A GIFT BASKET. To help a sister out, I’ve put together some ideas for the kiddos […]

PrintPUMPKIN CORNBREAD STUFFING Ingredients4 tbs butter sautéed pan 1 egg 1/2 cup celery, chopped 4 sage leaves, chopped 1 tsp poultry seasoning 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 12 oz pkg cornbread classic stuffing 1/2 thick cut bacon, cooked and chopped 1 medium size pumpkin to bake + serve in (optional) InstructionsPreheat oven to 350 F. In […]

     CUTTING BOARD (old west elm) | PUMPKIN DUTCH OVEN Tis the season for cozy sweaters, cool nights and lots of entertaining. I wanted to share one that’s easy to throw together, but makes you look like a rockstar. I mean, look how pretty it turns out. This recipe is like apple cider for […]

Gotta love a man that can cook! As you already know, my hubby Steve is no stranger to the kitchen and certainly no stranger to the grill! Earlier this week he made the most amazing pork shoulder with habañero gouda grits and spiced apple chutney and as promised, here’s how to put it all together! […]

PrintROSEMARY ROASTED TURKEY Ingredients16 to 18 pound turkey, neck gimlets and liver removed 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, +2 sticks, cut into 1 inch cubes and set aside 2 tablespoons Kosher salt 2 tablespoons coarsely cracked black pepper 1 Spanish onion, chopped 8 garlic cloves peeled and pressed with back of fork 1 lemon, zest […]

PrintROASTED ASPARAGUS Ingredients2 pounds fresh asparagus Olive oil 1/4 cup shaved parmesan cheese Kosher salt Cracked black pepperInstructionsPreheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut off tough ends of asparagus. Place the asparagus in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, give a toss to coat asparagus completely. Spread the asparagus in a single layer on […]