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Thanksgiving Sides Recipe Roundup – Home-Style Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans. Let’s skip the fancy recipes and trade them in for family favorites, and classics I know will go a long way. Part one of a Thanksgiving Recipe Roundup – Home-Style Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans. In which, I skip the fancy recipe I had…
Dulce de Leche Fluff Brownies; Everyone loves brownies. Now, imagine them topped with marshmallow fluff and swirled dulce de leche. Ready for dessert yet? {Notes from my past self to my future self – some weekends are awesome} Yesterday was one of those rare days where Handsome and I had off and weren’t obligated to…
Eating out is stupid expensive. And I am very very guilty of eating out lately. A lot. A lot more than I would care to admit. With the holiday season right around the corner, it’s time to tighten the belt buckle and get back to my roots – making dinner. I have challenged myself to…
The other day a video started to fly around the internet of Martha Stewart rather harhsly talking about ‘bloggers‘. Before I go any further, I should mention that I’ve never been a fan of Martha’s. I know that shes an amazing business woman and that is awesome, but other than that, I’ve just never really…
Handsome and I are headed out for a weekend of adventure in North Carolina. I’ll be meeting his sister, niece, and nephews for the first time. It’s a much needed ‘family’ vacation and I, for one, am really excited. Handsome and I actually do really well in a car together for several hours – and…
Let’s face it, food bloggers can be a bit pretentious about food. We love to cook, we want to showcase out mad skills, and most of all, we want to share it with out loyal readers on our blogs the next day. But, here’s the thing. My ‘real’ friends could care less about any of…
So, as far as food blogs go, I’m kind of missing the mark lately. I didn’t realize some kids had already returned to school and looking at my Pinterest feed you all are well into Halloween planning and I’m over here still pulling together summer barbecue and ice cream posts. Oops. If summer flew by for…
This Painkiller Cocktail recipe is just what the doctor ordered – a delightful combination of rum, fresh pineapple juice, cream of coconut, and orange juice to kiss your ailments goodbye. This cocktail recipe feels like a tropical vacation in every sip, like a Coconut Mojito or Pineapple Margarita. If you’re looking for a classic tiki…
Let me start by saying this review is totally biased. Two Stones is my favorite place in Newark. Period. Now that that’s off my chest… A few years ago the tiny dive that was always an Irish pub on the corner of Marrow’s Road and Route 4 changed hands and became Two Stones Pub. Knowing…
Yesterday we decided to ride a grueling 60 mile road ride in 90 degree heat. That means waking up at early on my only day off, gearing up and going for almost 4 hours of constant pedaling. It was a long flat coastal ride (ignore that power plant in the distance) with great company and…
4th of July rocked, even though the fire works were cancelled and the locals decided to make their own. Sending my dog into fits… We had a happy and safe forth doing the things we love, riding and cooking. We got to relax and enjoy ourselves and have our first real ‘day off’ in forever….
You all know I like to be active. Well… now I like to be active. Two years ago I would have been shoving another cookie in my mouth looking for an excuse to play video games until 4 in the morning. I guess buying a mountain bike changed that. In two years I have become…
Trying to figure out what to make your Dad for Father’s Day? Check out this round up – 25 of the the manliest meals from the archives – gathered all in one spot just for you. So grab some napkins, a sheet of scratch paper and let’s plan an epic Father’s Day menu! Bourbon Braised…
In an attempt to expand the content on Pass the Sushi (and get around to those local reviews I promised myself I would start writing about 2 years ago) I am working on weekend bi-monthly reviews of local restaurants, pit stops, and watering holes that I’m stopping at along my travels. It’s hard for me…
Why hello Summer. You blasted in with out warning. It’s cool, I wasn’t ready for you yet. Hadn’t swept the back deck or gotten out the lawn chairs. The plants went from frost warning to brown stumps of dried out hat. But it’s ok. Come on down, we’ll make room at the table for you….
This Tres Leches Cake is perfect. It’s a ruin your weight watchers plan binge eat half the cake with a fork for breakfast and hide the rest for later kind of good. Cinco de Mayo!! Cinco de Mayo is almost here and I am really really sad. But we’re finishing out the celebration on PtS…
This Frozen Strawberry Margarita is a single-serve recipe perfect for a night in! It’s fresh, sweet, tart, and ready in just 5 minutes! Looking for more cocktail recipes to add to your list? Well, you’re in luck because we’ve got the ultimate solution for you: a mind-blowingly delicious Frozen Strawberry Margarita! This easy peasy frozen…
BBQ Chicken Taquitos are oozing with barbecue chicken and cheese. You won’t be able to stop snacking on this new favorite. Looking for the best homemade chicken taquitos? These cheesy chicken taquitos are made with leftover BBQ shredded chicken and shredded cheese for the perfect easy dinner or appetizer. These aren’t your 7-Eleven taquitos. However,…
Grilled Tequila Shrimp Salad; Fresh, tart, and oh so good. This one will have you jumping at healthy options and dying for more. Chasing Matthew McConaughey – My Quest as a runner. I have officially, with no plan or strategy, now ran in two 5k’s and so far it’s all been about this one pretty…
A 4 day Virginia weekend with no map or plan in which I learn that even though the memories are about the trip and not the destination, sometimes a little preparedness goes a long way. Motto of the week “Instagram that shit!” Which would have probably been more awesome if I had a cell phone signal for…
These little salmon cakes make just enough for two – and the parmesan risotto I paired with them, makes enough to feed a small army. It’s a classy sort of meal served over a bed of fresh greens that makes me feel like I can class up my kitchen from time to time. Bet you’re thinking, “She’s…
These little Cannoli Bites are perfect fresh the day of and are a fast and fun alternative to a traditional cannoli. Cannoli Without the Cannoli Cannoli’s are one of those dessert that draws a line in the sand and plants people firmly on one side or the other of the love it hate it boundary….
Elevate your holiday baking game with this Monkey Bread. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a festive brunch, this gooey, sweet creation brings the warm flavors of the season to your table. Looking for the best monkey bread recipe? This monkey bread is the ultimate dessert or breakfast for any occasion. It’s made in the crockpot,…
When you can’t quite decide between having a taco and a bowl of soup, this recipe is here to save the day. This is warm, hearty, and fills that taco craving. This Slow Cooker Taco Soup is simple and delicious. Looking for an easy taco soup recipe? This comforting soup is perfect for busy weeknights…
Weeknight dinners are rough. Especially in December when the whole world seems to be spinning a wee bit faster. I get home and it’s dark, I’ve worked all day and I am dog tired. And heck, I don’t even have kids I have to worry about! But I take no excuses in the Pass the…
Did anyone else see that whirlwind of craziness that just passed through this weekend? I’m pretty sure I have a weeks worth of scrubbing to do before I can even think about bringing out the holiday boxes. Part of me really wishes I could skip the cleaning part and just throw glitter all over everything….
Happy Thanksgiving!!! Today, I will be snuggled up with two giant pups watching the Thanksgiving day parade and gleefully anticipating the big mans arrival while trying to whip something up for our last minute turkey day plans. The afternoon will be filled with friends and family. I hope those of you who don’t have to…
Don’t know about you, but I am in serious denial. Denial that Thanksgiving is next week. Denial that Christmas is like 39 days away. Denial that I won’t be able to try all the new recipes I had planned for you. Denial that my house needs a top to bottom scrubbing before anyone can set…
There’s been a lot going on for the last few weeks in the world. For my part, and many not so far away from me, a lot of the busyness has been dealing with the aftermath of hurricane Sandy. In my neighborhood, we got lucky. Really lucky. My boyfriend only had to help his grandparents with some…
These Pumpkin Swirl Bars are a perfect fall treat. The thick cake-like pumpkin layer went perfectly with the cream cheese swirled in. And the chocolate chips, just consider them the cherry on top. Whether you are ready for it or not, baking season is here. These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Bars are just the tip…
If one things scares me in the kitchen, it’s dough. We only had pie once a year in my house, one pumpkin and one apple.. All homemade by my father that we would dish out on Thanksgiving day to anyone who would eat them, because we didn’t. That is my whole pie experience All 26 years…
As I type this the hype of Sandy has almost peeked in my area and people are tucking themselves in to their homes to see what this beast has in store for us. At this point I have been warned about high winds, possible snow, and severe power outages. I hope you are reading this…
Let’s get real, have a little <3 to <3 shall we? My foodies, friends, and fellow bloggers, this one’s for you. Lately, things just haven’t been the same around here. I mentioned a few weeks ago that I was a little down on the whole blog thing and couldn’t figure out why. I am…
This simple yet perfectly balanced Brown Sugar Brandy Ice Cream is smooth and creamy. Delicious by itself, or as a base for chocolate chunks and swirls. It’s summer time guys and dolls and if you are anything like me, you can’t miss out on a great ice cream recipe when the temps rise! So, I…
Taco night getting a little… predictable? Let’s ditch the usual and dive into something crazy delicious: Tacos with Chorizo! These bad boys are bursting with flavor, come together in a flash, and are guaranteed to shake up your taco routine. Looking for an easy chorizo taco recipe? Then, you’ll love this Mexican-inspired recipe! Chorizo, whether…
Barbecue brings out the best of us. The family gathers around outside while the smell of smoldering wood or charcoal lingers in the air. Finally the feast is ready and the hungry group becomes primal for a moment and descends upon the food in a silence only broken by satisfied grunts. It also brings out the worst in people….
Cannoli’s are one of those dessert that draws a line in the sand and plants people firmly on one side or the other of the love it hate it boundary. Personally, dry, often stale pastry shells dusted with too much confectioners’ sugar just doesn’t do it for me. But the filling, that’s what makes it…
The other day my parents told me a friend of the family’s kid was reading my website. My first thought was cool. My second thought was, damn, do I curse too much? (Not possible, I am way more filtered on here than in the real world, snugglier too). I’m always shocked to find that people…
When the sun rises early in the morning, like in the summer months, my four legged furry companions have the tendency to rise a little before I would care too. The first chirp of a distant bird sends them into a tizzy and before I can get myself back into the deep comforting sleep, they are bouncing all over…
There’s an art to smoking meat. The perfect spices for rubbing the meat, a good cut of meat, and most important – smoke. Which wood to choose? How long to smoke? How big does my smoker need to be? Yeah, there’s a lot to learn when you want to take on the challenge of smoking,…