It’s Friday Friends! The other day I was visiting with some friends. We were talking about summer cocktails and they mentioned a drink that they enjoyed (one night a little too much). Anyways, I decided to try it and share the recipe with you. I am calling it the Mello Mule. It is a take […]
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Crock-Pot Butternut Squash and Kale Soup
Crock-Pot Butternut Squash and Kale Soup A friend gave me this recipe a few years ago and it is still one of my favorite meals. This is also one of those soups that taste even better the next day. For a vegetarian option you, can substitute water/vegetable broth for the chicken broth. Dash of olive […]
Cookie Decorating Party
My boys and I attended an awesome Cookie Decorating Party today. The ages of kids ranged from newborn to five years old. The hosts had the cookie dough already prepared prior to guests arriving. Each child had the opportunity to have one on one cookie/decorating tips with a master chef (Grandma). It was a great […]
Pop-Top Cookie Gift Packaging
I will be the first to admit that I am not a skilled cook. When it comes to holiday parties or fancy meals I am rarely delegated the task of preparing a main course dish. If I am the host, I will likely outsource the essential dishes to a local caterer or restaurant. However, I […]
Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Stew
Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Stew Let me begin with stating that I do not pretend to be a “good” cook. My goal is to feed my family with easy and healthy food that they will actually eat. I love slow cooking because I can prepare a meal in the morning and have it ready […]