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This Easy Lemon Cake Cocktail Recipe is smooth and tart with a little twist. This dessert drink with rumchata tastes just like a freshly baked lemon cake! The only thing easier than an easy cocktail is an easy cocktail with only two real ingredients. And this Easy Lemon Cake Cocktail Recipe is the perfect two…
These are seriously easy no-fail Peach Shortcakes that make use of fresh, seasonal product and come together super fast. Exactly what you need for a sweet summer dessert. It’s fruit season and bike season and beach season and just all the kinds of things that make me smile from ear to ear. The other day…
A simple stovetop recipe for creamy mac and cheese in under 3o minutes. It’s the perfect stick-to-your-ribs kind of gooey you want when you need some comfort food. A few weeks ago I was over-thinking some things and venting. Someone chimed in and reminded me to not forget the basics. The things that we all need…
Stay goodbye to basic cocktail recipes and hello to the Cuba Libre Cocktail! This popular drink combines light rum with hints of vanilla, a splash of lime juice, and a dash of cola, poured into a tall glass. It doesn’t get much more liberating than that! Attention, cocktail enthusiasts and history buffs alike! Prepare to…
This North Carolina Lemon Pie is one of those smooth but tart treats that is perfect on a hot day. Not enough to make you pucker, just enough to make you want to stick the fork back in for another bite. And the crust, possibly my favorite crust to date! The sky turned yellow then…
A sweet no bake cherry crisp topped with a crunch from toasted almonds – and best of all – it doesn’t require an oven! Get the ice cream ready. You are going to want to dive in! Looking for an easy, no-bake cherry dessert? This easy recipe lets you enjoy cherry season any time of…
This smooth, creamy chocolate peanut butter ice cream recipe requires no eggs and is ridiculously easy to make. Add toppings that you have on hand and enjoy. Start with this great chocolate peanut butter base, and the sky’s the limit! Looking for the best homemade chocolate peanut butter ice cream recipe? Skip the grocery store…
A sweet and sinful cake that is loaded with pineapple and banana to keep it moist and topped with perfect cream cheese frosting. It’s like someone took Grandma’s best banana bread up a notch. A big notch. And you’re gunna want a slice. It’s hard to imagine not enjoying cake. It seems lately that I…
Skip all that flipping at the griddle and make this delicious Dutch baby pancake in cast iron. Big on taste and beloved by the pickiest of eaters, this classic Dutch baby is topped with fresh strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar. Super puffy and crunchy, these Dutch babies have more of an egg base…
Tired of the same old boring cocktail recipes? Try this easy pineapple margarita recipe! Made with simple ingredients like pineapple juice, tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and a spicy jalapeño! It’s a vibrant twist on a beloved classic. Looking for a tropical spin on a classic margarita? Escape to tropical paradise with this pineapple margarita! Notes…
Vanilla Pudding really doesn’t get any more perfect than that. This recipe is a hefty portion for two. Perfect for a simple classic dessert. Looking for the best homemade Vanilla Pudding recipe? Then, you’ll love this vanilla pudding. This isn’t your average store-bought pudding in a cup or instant pudding mix. This is a classic…
Think peanut butter and jelly, but so so much better! And in fun little bar form, these slices of fresh summer fun are perfect for your next bbq or picnic. Overwhelmed. That’s all I have right now. We blinked and months flew by and we were dull to it and the gray days dragged us…
Entire cities are celebrating their local flavors and drawing in visitors near and far with the food festival. Here’s how to make the most of one (and still save room for roadside BBQ). Tackling the four day food celebration that is Greenville’s Euphoria. Food. It’s American’s biggest obsession. From reality TV to Top Chefs, from…
This vibrant and tangy twist on the classic margarita is the perfect addition to your collection of cocktail recipes, delivering a delightful blend of tart cranberry, zesty lime, and tequila bliss. Brace yourselves for a tangy and tantalizing twist on the classic cocktail—the Cranberry Margarita. This delicious drink combines the zesty kick of lime, the…
Aka, the only cake that ever really mattered. If you had to pick one, only one, cake to have for the rest of your life, what would it be? For years, red velvet would have been my winner. Hands down. But then I was introduced to tres leches cake. It’s like the be all end…
These are the fudgy brownies you have been craving. With just a hint of smooth almond Amaretto poking through, these are simply perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. As the days grow longer, I am still daydreaming of far off places. It seems I have a serious case of wanderlust. That, or I…
Bake the ultimate raspberry cream cheese coffee cake. Learn to layer flavors for a moist, tangy-sweet treat. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
There’s so much I have been wanting to share on here lately. So many things happening, but ever since last year when an anonymous review led me to believe that all people want on food blogs in recipes and no content, I have been shut off. It’s hard to write online. It’s not like…
A light fresh cake filled with fresh sliced strawberries and a classic whipped cream frosting. This one is tried and true… and you probably need it in your kitchen right away! There’s something about the promise of warmer weather, sunshine, and longer days. There’s something that makes me feel rejuvenated, inspired, and refreshed. Perhaps…
Chances are you have some extra candy hidden around the house that you need to use up (or with a holiday approaching, are about to). Why not turn it into something new to nibble on and make these fun easy chocolate Twix crunch bars! Best part? You can customize them to whatever you happen to have…
With layers of crispy dough, a crunchy nut filling, and a sweet honey syrup, this homemade Baklava recipe is a delicious dessert for any occasion! If you want to impress your friends and family with your awesome baking skills, you have to try this baklava recipe. This unique dessert may seem complicated to make, but with this…
Sweater season is coming to a close… or at least I am telling myself that. But there are some comforts I am never giving up. And this version of stuffed shells on the skinny let’s me have my joy and eat it too. There’s something about homemade food. It’s just better. Some nights its easier…
A simple and sweet moist coffee cake loaded with the bonus of hazelnuts and chocolate. Perfect for breakfast or dessert. No one tells you being an adult is going to be fun. You see all the big kid pictures, the rock, the home, the countless hours spent climbing the ladder to put food on the…
Last Tuesday was the big old celebration down in New Orleans. A city that has been on my bucket list for years. Not for the party, but for the history, culture and most of all the food. I know that there are still a lot of places rebuilding from the destruction of Hurricane Katrina, but someday,…
Layers of buttery croissants are the base for this maple caramel laced baked Croissant French toast breakfast. There’s only a few ways to go big for breakfast. One, going out. There’s just something about it that makes me happy. It’s a ridiculous indulgence that I love every once in a while. Two, getting up…
This is a double-decker classic chocolate cake with a fun marshmallow creme center and smooth chocolate frosting, polished off with a mountain of marshmallows and a dusting of cocoa powder. Just like a perfect cup of cozy hot chocolate, this cake is fun and will bring a smile to your face, even on the coldest winter…
Whether the star of the show, or paired with a beautiful roast, this creamy roasted vegetable risotto should be a happy place for all of us! Go on, give it a try! Looking for a creamy risotto recipe? If you’re craving a creamy and delicious meal that’s surprisingly easy to make at home, roasted vegetable…
There’s nothing like a tiny restaurant, sitting on a corner in a small town. There’s something about these tiny gems that exude character… Not to mention, the menu’s are normally pretty darned good too…. A friend of mine introduced me to this little gem, The Station Taproom in Downington, Pennsylvania, one day for brunch. And…
Start your day off right with these irresistible Oatmeal Pancakes! Packed with wholesome oats and chocolate chips, they’re the perfect breakfast treat for a cozy morning at home. Hunting for the perfect breakfast recipes? Look no further because we’ve got a great recipe that will have you flipping with joy. Get ready for the best…
This Crock Pot Rice Pudding transforms ordinary rice into a creamy masterpiece, delivering a spoonful of warm and delightful nostalgia in every bite. Looking for creamy rice pudding made in a crock pot? This comforting dessert is super easy to make. All you have to do is dump your ingredients into a slow cooker, and…
I am all kinds of late and wrong, as Handsome and I don’t watch much TV (ditched cable last this winter), but we have discovered some of the shows you can watch thanks to the interwebs and are obsessed with Rome right now. It’s only 2 seasons long, which is all the perfect sort of…
kind of. But really, really delicious cookies you wanna devour! There’s a way to write a food post… food blog. Whatever you wanna call ’em. There’s the to the point, don’t mess with the science, this recipe is perfect and here are all of the reasons why. And that’s cool if that’s your sort of…
Classic, smooth, and perfect every single time, this recipe for a Classic New York Cheesecake is a hit at any dessert bar. All things in life come in multiple formats. There are the sparkly versions of everything, covered in glitz and glitter, then there are the same exact things, toned down and done simply….
There’s a quaint little restaurant sitting South Main Street in Greenville, South Carolina that has a lovely view of the river rolling through the center of town as you sit and dine. It’s a quiet sort of place with infused cocktails and a stellar menu that highlights simple dishes with amazing flavor. Whether for a…
Alright, pancake lovers, get ready to flip your world upside down with these delicious Gingerbread Pancakes. Because, let’s face it, classic buttermilk pancakes just can’t compete with the sass and spice of this holiday-inspired deliciousness. Are you tired of the same old pancake routine? Well, get ready to spice things up with our gingerbread pancakes…
12 Days of Cookies and Cocktails  Sometimes I forget my age. Coffee is still a very adult drink. One served to the grown ups at the end of a meal or before work. And now that I when I need to prove just how grown up I am to myself, I occasionally order a…
Sometimes all you need is a very simple, very basic hit for that sweet tooth. And these cinnamon coated cookies are perfect to kick that sugar craving in the booty. If you have never tried a Classic Snickerdoodle, you really should. They are a simple sugar cookie rolled in a cinnamon sugar combo before…
The 12 Days of Cookies and Cocktails Truth, I am writing this post in Cambodia right now and finding really hard to switch from hiking all over ancient temples with really awesome children to writing about these delicious cookies waiting for me at home…. With that in mind… There is nothing more classic than the…
Cozy up next to the fire or curl up on the couch with this cozy Campfire Cocktail. Made with simple ingredients like Jack Daniels, vanilla Kahlua, half and half, melted chocolate, and graham crackers, this decadent dessert cocktail will put all your other cocktail recipes to shame. We’re all about making a cozy cocktail on…
The 12 Days of Cookies and Cocktails These little Russian Tea Cake Cookies bring back childhood memories in just two bites. Also known as pecan snowballs, perfect round sugar coated cookies are perfect for your next cookie tray. What is a Russian Tea Cake? Russian tea cake cookies… I don’t think I knew such a…