With Lollapalooza closely approaching, we thought it only appropriate to share easy summer recipes – inspired by festival headliners – which you can whip up as you jam out to your favorite bands in preparation for one of this summer’s hottest music festivals (even if they can’t make it to Chicago … [Read more...] about Lollapalooza-Inspired Recipes from Country Crock
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Buying Locally Grown Grapes
Today I have a bit of a strange item for my frugal find! I love shopping at the Farmers Markets and on Saturdays, I hit up two different ones. There is one in town to the south of me and one in the town north of me. This past week I made sure to go early because the grape farmer was going to be … [Read more...] about Buying Locally Grown Grapes
Classic Homemade Pancakes Recipe
The other night my hubby was craving pancakes. Yes, that is a strange thing to crave, but hey, sometimes they just sound good. Since I don't make pancakes hardly ever, I had not mix or anything in the house. So I found this awesome recipe over on Food.com by Bill Hilbrich called Pete's Scratch … [Read more...] about Classic Homemade Pancakes Recipe
Banana Split Ice Cream Recipe
When it comes to ice cream...I love me a good banana split! How about you? Got a favorite? Well, if you love banana splits, we've got a great guest recipe to share with all of you today. YUMMY! Banana Split Ice Cream Recipe Executive Chef Caleb Lara, Harbor View Hotel – Martha’s Vineyard, … [Read more...] about Banana Split Ice Cream Recipe
Home Food Preservation Made Easy with Ball Canning Products
I was first introduced to food preservation 35 years ago by my grandmother. That very first year I remember sitting on a chair in her kitchen and watching her can hundreds of different jars of food. On top of canning, she was really big into freezing and dehydrating various foods for later … [Read more...] about Home Food Preservation Made Easy with Ball Canning Products
Watermelon Mint Martini Recipe
The Perfect Cocktail Recipe to Celebrate National Watermelon Day on August 3rd. Who loves watermelon? I do!!! National Watermelon Day couldn’t come at a better time. For most of the country, it’s just way too hot out there. Fresh slices of watermelon are always good, but don’t relegate this large … [Read more...] about Watermelon Mint Martini Recipe
2 Refreshing Summer Smoothie Recipes
There is nothing like a fresh blended smoothie to kick off your day. Fresh fruits blended with yogurt and juice that is ice cold is so refreshing. Even as a mid day snack to cool down and head for the homestretch, they are a winner. Here are two easy to prepare smoothie recipes that our friends at … [Read more...] about 2 Refreshing Summer Smoothie Recipes
Grilled Peppercorn Steak Recipe
The key to sticking to your diet while still enjoying your meal this summer may be closer than you think- think backyard close. We’re referring to your grill of course! Give your vegetables, meats and fish a whole new taste by throwing them on the grill. Grilled food offers many health benefits, … [Read more...] about Grilled Peppercorn Steak Recipe