Let me introduce you to The Best Summertime Sangria No Alcohol. While I love water, it is 99.999% water, but sometimes I want something else to curb that raging summer thirst! What you will need This drink is incredibly flexible as far as ingredients go. Basically you will need a variety of fruits, variety…
This recipe for simple potato and green pea side dish might just be the easiest recipe I have added to the blog, but it still one of my favorites. I think it is the perfect side. You can use any type of potato you prefer, and use frozen or fresh peas. Add in a few…
Let me introduce you to the best lemon cornmeal cake with blueberries. Every tried cornmeal in cake? If not, I really think you should! There is something about that cornmeal texture that I just love!! Lemon Flavor This lemon cornmeal cake is loaded with lemon flavor. I don’t use any artificial flavors for…
I really feel like you should stop whatever you are doing and make this Delicious Banh Mi Pork Tenderloin Sandwich. I mean, it has it all. Tender and flavorful pork, marinated veggies and a delicious bun. Come on!! The rundown for making the sandwich The lineup is fairly simple. It can be double too, and…
Want a fun little variation of a the traditional chocolate chip cookie? How about chocolate chip cookies with caramel and pretzels? Yeah, they are just as good as they sound. The caramels So, caramel bits are ideal. I think they are so great to use in baked goods. Unfortunately, we only had the regular caramels…
Is there a better way to use zucchini than in a chocolate zucchini cake? I don’t think so either! With all the zucchini in there, it’s practically healthy too! Making the chocolate zucchini cake Start by grating your zucchini. You can also throw it in the food processor, that works as…
Ready for another simple campfire recipe? Campfire nachos are just about as easy as it comes! Most of the prep work is done at home, so assembling at the campsite is a breeze! The Heat Generally I just start a fire with wood, and use the coals from there. For this trip, I wanted to…
Want a great twist on tradition? How about Caprese Salad with Scallops? Yes, it is just as good as it sounds. Plus, it is so simple to make and so healthy! It is perfect for a light summer meal. Components of the caprese salad with scallops What is in this salad? Simple. Heirloom tomatoes, fresh…
Remember those Roasted Cherries I posted the other day? Well, aside from making a really great topping for a variety of dishes, they also have another purpose…. Cherry Vanilla Floats. This is such a great summer ice cream drink. Basics of construction I start with the roasted cherries. Blend them well in the food…
I love cherries. I will take them in just about any form I can get them. Roasted Cherries are definitely one of my favorites! They are simple to make, you can make them in big batches, and store in the fridge for up to a week. Plus, roasting them is a really great way to…