When I think of the Mint Julep I think of the Kentucky Derby and vice-versa. They both go hand-in-hand. They're easy to make and perfect for those who are just learning to make cocktails at home. Holding a Derby Day party? Perfect for that too! Classic Mint Julep Cocktail Recipe 1 tsp. brown … [Read more...] about How to Make a Classic Mint Julep Cocktail
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Everyday Entertaining: 110+ Recipes for Going All Out When You’re Staying In
My husband and I love to entertain and now that we are vaccinated and our friends are too, it’s back to boozy brunches, cocktail parties and themed dinners. Of course, I love to change things up and try different recipes and drinks, so when I had the opportunity to receive a copy of Everyday … [Read more...] about Everyday Entertaining: 110+ Recipes for Going All Out When You’re Staying In
Virgil’s Classic Root Beer Float Recipe
August 6th is National Root Beer Float Day and the perfect time to enjoy a refreshing summertime treat. Okay, you can enjoy them year-round too! They're easy-to-make and delicious when they're made with Virgil's Handcrafted Root Beer and your favorite vanilla ice cream. I like using an all-natural … [Read more...] about Virgil’s Classic Root Beer Float Recipe
Triscuit with a Hint of Sea Salt Whole Grain Wheat Crackers
Years ago I was handed a few Triscuit crackers and honestly, I wasn't impressed. At that time in my life I was all about sweet snacks and unhealthy choices. Fast forward to now where I've switched to a more healthier diet and loving life more! * This post may contain affiliate links. Last … [Read more...] about Triscuit with a Hint of Sea Salt Whole Grain Wheat Crackers
No Bake Chocolate Cereal Bars Recipe
Got leftover cereal sitting around? Don't know what to do with the crumbs or stale cereal? I save all of the cereal that no one wants to eat and stash it away in a large plastic zipper closure bag. Once I've accumulated 2 1/2 cups I turn the entire mixture into No Bake Chocolate Cereal Bars. It's … [Read more...] about No Bake Chocolate Cereal Bars Recipe
Frugal Finds: Bargain Deals on Pork at Grocery Store
Holy Guacamole! Guess what we stumbled upon at the grocery store 12 days ago? Yup, a great bargain deal on fresh pork! We went into the store to pick up a few things and the manager's special caught our eye. The deal was this: Buy one package of pork and get 2 free. Yes! 2 were free! They often … [Read more...] about Frugal Finds: Bargain Deals on Pork at Grocery Store
Easy Chicken Tacos Recipe
We love Mexican cuisine and try to eat something Mexican every Tuesday night for dinner. Often times it's some type of taco since they're easy-to-make, but we enjoy making quesadillas, burritos, nachos, fajitas, etc. too. All of these are versatile! You can use chicken, ground beef, ground turkey or … [Read more...] about Easy Chicken Tacos Recipe
Potato Salad with Boston Lager Dressing
Potato salad is a staple at any summer family get-together. We like to serve it during our backyard barbecues, family picnics and often times I'll whip up a batch just for my family to munch on throughout the day. While we enjoy the classic version, I'm always looking for new versions to try out. … [Read more...] about Potato Salad with Boston Lager Dressing