Happy Mardi Gras and Carnival Season!! Although I grew up in the Wild West of Colorado, I have always loved Mardi Gras and Cajun and Creole food. And this New Orleans Shrimp Creole is one of my very favorite recipes to date. Weirdly enough, I was introduced to this celebratory time of year pretty early …
Cocktail meatballs are one of my very favorite party appetizers. They have that nostalgic, old-school appeal while being incredibly easy to make and simply delicious. Served in a bowl, straight from the slow cooker or skillet, or placed ever so carefully on a beautiful platter and skewered with appetizer picks; these meatballs lend themselves well …
I love a good cheeseball. There is something so nostalgic and classic about them. When I think of appetizers like this, I think of the Mad Men golden era of the 1950s and 60s. It’s a recipe has that retro appeal while still being so delicious and the perfect party food. Although it’s an era …
Put a spin on your classic buffalo wing with these easy One Pan Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps. For this quick and budget-friendly recipe, I’ve taken the classic flavor of buffalo chicken, lightened it up a bit, and added extra vegetables for good measure. This recipe is weeknight friendly, can be prepped ahead of time, and …
Hello friends! I hope you are all staying warm this January. The weather has been mild in northern Colorado but we’re hunkering down for a cold front this weekend. Although, still no snow, much to my chagrin. But it will be frigid so I’m planning my meals around that fact – Give me all the …
Hello friends and Happy New Year! It’s the last foodie holiday of the season and I’m so excited to share my recipe for Southern Style Black-Eyed Peas. There are many different “good luck” traditions all over the globe for New Year’s Day… And in the Southern United States, it’s black-eyed peas. Legend has it that …
Hello, friends! It’s time for the second cookie in my Christmas Cookie Countdown! Spiced Raspberry Almond Rugelach. This recipe idea came about when I was thinking back to all of the cookies and confections I loved as a kid. I was lucky enough to grow up in a town with a fairly wide range of …
It’s finally that time of year again to start sharing everything Christmas. This is my very favorite season and I’m so excited to start the holiday cooking and baking extravaganza! It’s been cold and snowy in Colorado this past week so it’s the perfect time to decorate the tree, watch Christmas movies on repeat, and …
Happy week before Thanksgiving! If you’re looking for a quick side dish for your holiday, this orange cranberry sauce is super easy and delicious. It’s a nice balance of tart and sweet with just a hint of earthiness from cinnamon and cardamom. These warming flavors make this the perfect recipe for blustery fall and winter …
This one-pot mac and cheese is going to change the way you think about this classic dish. Mac and cheese: Good. Beer cheese dip: Good. Now put those two things together and you’ve got yourself this super creamy, cheesy, and savory hug in a bowl. It’s a tad more grown up than its nostalgic counterpart …
