My mom happens to be one of the best pie makers that I know. She can whip together a delicious fruit pie in no time at all. She always makes the perfect, flaky crust...something that I can rarely do. Her pie making skills are impeccable compared to mine. Since I can't get my crusts as good as her's … [Read more...] about Classic Homemade Apple Pie Recipe
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Alfresco 125 Recipes for Eating and Enjoying Outdoors
An inspiring guide to outdoor dining with 125+ recipes for alfresco meals, from grilling favorites to make-ahead dishes and batch cocktails from the experts at Williams-Sonoma. Featuring more than 125 classic and contemporary recipes with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients, Alfresco provides … [Read more...] about Alfresco 125 Recipes for Eating and Enjoying Outdoors
Easy Vegan Home Cooking Book with 125+ Plant-Based and Gluten Free Recipes
Whether you are an accomplished vegan chef or just learning the craft of creating pleasing plant-based meals for your family, it is essential to find recipes that are delicious and easy to prepare. Easy Vegan Home Cooking collects PBS celebrity chef Laura Theodore’s favorite plant-based recipes — … [Read more...] about Easy Vegan Home Cooking Book with 125+ Plant-Based and Gluten Free Recipes
IZO’s El Caballo Blanco Cocktail Recipe
What better way to celebrate Cinco De Mayo and the announcement of IZO Spirits', IZO Bacanora taking ‘Best in Category’ at 22' SF World Spirits Competition than with a new cocktail by IZO’s Mixologist, Joree Weatherly! * Guest Recipe. Post may contain affiliate links. The perfect Cinco De Mayo … [Read more...] about IZO’s El Caballo Blanco Cocktail Recipe
Hunni Sparkling Soju for a Refreshing and Light Canned Cocktail
There’s an interesting trend taking place in the alcohol industry—according to a DoorDash article, in 2022, consumers are "embracing bold, adventurous flavors and compositions, as well as dipping their toes into the no- and low-ABV movement." I recently tried Hunni Sparkling Soju, which is a lower … [Read more...] about Hunni Sparkling Soju for a Refreshing and Light Canned Cocktail
Easy to Make Homemade Barbecue Rubbed Grilled Chicken
Last month our local butchershop had chicken on sale at an incredible price. When I see great prices on meat and poultry that's when I stock up. I purchased 25 lbs. of chicken thighs, legs, and breasts. Once I got home I sorted them into smaller packages to suit our particular family size. Chicken … [Read more...] about Easy to Make Homemade Barbecue Rubbed Grilled Chicken
Mmmly Plant-Based and Grain Free Cookies
I'm 71 years old and always looking for healthier foods to incorporate into my diet. These days you'll find thousands of different alternatives out in the retail marketplace. While they may be healthier choices, many of them don't taste good. Well, until now. * Complimentary product received for … [Read more...] about Mmmly Plant-Based and Grain Free Cookies
Old Bay Steamed Shrimp Recipe
Shrimp is a staple in our household. We enjoy it once or twice a month steamed, deep fried, baked, grilled, etc. It's versatile and can be the main dish or an ingredient in another recipe. We have a nice Seafood Market that we like to visit and they often have it on sale. When steaming it we like … [Read more...] about Old Bay Steamed Shrimp Recipe