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Another busy weekend filled with mud, friends, and mountain bikes came and went faster than I would have liked. This is our second time heading to the epic 12 hour Granogue  race, but the first time really participating. Last year we had a killer view as we marshaled the ‘Tunnel of Love’ for a few…
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…
These Sticky Buns are the epitome of comforting breakfast recipes that will transport you to simpler times. The warm flaky dough is caressed in a gooey caramel sauce, giving you that melt-in-your-mouth goodness in every bite. ​Ah, the iconic Sticky Bun, the sweet cousin of cinnamon rolls and other sweet dessert breakfasts. We’re suckers for…
Strawberry Basil Gelato. Our tiny human brains can’t process how epic the flavors will be until you actually take that first bite. And oh.my.god. it’s just you, a big batch of gelato, and a spoon after that. Here’s a little something from your childhood that grew up just in time to save your taste buds from another…
Rich, delectable cheesecake with no baking? Â These Key Lime Bars are the way to go. Â Soft, sweet, and tart all at once. Â You’ll sneak a second. Last year while on a group ride that was a little too slow for even me, a rider looked over and told me some day I would have to…
Salad can be pretty boring by itself. Â I need protein. Â I need crunch. Â This Corn-Chip Chicken Salad has both. Â Enough chicken to make it a real meal, packaged in crunchy corn-chips. Â Yup. Â Some days I want to quit. I want to pick my bike up and throw it into the woods and never look…
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 Salpicon inspired Beef Taco Salad brings an incredibly fresh taste, and a little heat too. Â The shredded beef brisket will inspire and satisfy your cravings. For those following the epic race season I have been (unintentionally) have this spring this Monday isn’t going to let you down (and by epic, I mean that I’m…
Travel to a tropical paradise with one of the most classic cocktail recipes! This Bahama Mama Cocktail is a classic drink that brings a taste of the tropics in every sip. We love a good tropical cocktail, whether it’s a Coconut Mojito or a Vanilla Sea Breeze. Tropical flavors like coconut and pineapple transport us…
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,…
These Peanut Butter Banana Pops are super easy to make, and just the treat you’re looking for. A peanut butter banana pop is everything you love in a fudgesicle but done in a way that makes you feel like you are honoring your healthiest aspirations for eating right. The smooth and creamy texture is divine….
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…
This Caprese salad may not be beautiful, but it is amazing. Serve this simple and quick recipe at your next shebang the way it is prepared here, or leave out the broiling. They aren’t all pretty. They aren’t all supposed to be. Mom’s tuna noodle casserole isn’t photogenic, but sometimes it hits the spot. Same…
These Mini Blueberry Donuts with Streusel topping are perfect for satisfying your donut craving, without leaving a cement weight in your gut. Let’s have a little chat about etiquette. Internet etiquette that is. Last week it was brought to my attention that one of my photos, along with the entire recipe was posted to a…
This is a hearty steak salad for carnivores who need a little extra green in their diet. With all the flavors and juices from the steak, I didn’t use any dressing, but feel free to pair this with a light vinaigrette if desired. Things are picking up as spring is looming in the distance while cold…
These Peanut Butter Krispy Treats are meant to be shared wherever we all gather, hang out, and gorge ourselves on snacks. I can promise they will be a hit with your fans at home or on the court. I admit it. For as little as I know about football, I know even less about basketball….
This savory Snake Bite Sandwich from Guy Fieri packs a ton of flavor and can feed a crowd. It’s round two of Pass the Cook Book Club – and I’m not sure I could be more excited. This month we cooked recipes from Guy Fieri’s cookbook. I had received this book as a gift for my birthday…
Sometimes we need more veggies and to lighten up dinner (at least once a week), but I am pretty attached to tacos… so Taco Salad it is. With the sun creeping up earlier and earlier I find that I naturally get up earlier and earlier. But waking up before the sun – so not my…
Cake Batter Oreo Fudge; because sometimes you need to eat lettuce and cry yourself to sleep night after night. Then there are times when you just need to shove some fat kid food in your face. Right now, I’m trying to find a happy medium. We have decided to start a ‘program’ – you know, wake…
Slow Cooker Marinara Sauce; With this simmering on the slow cooker all day, you won’t be able to resist testing it with a slice of bread over and over again. Â It’ll make Nana proud. It all comes down to this – the final Slow Cooker Monday. Spring is here and, even though I use my…
These Irish Cream Cupcakes are made with Kerrygold butter and Irish Cream, so creamy and smooth that you cant’s stop while there is even one left. As far as cooking goes, St. Patty’s day may just be my favorite day of the year. I mean really. I get to play with beer and Irish Cream…
These Slow Cooker Hash Browns are loaded with meat, cheese, and veggies to start your morning right. Â Wrap up in a tortilla and go face the day. Bourbon Sampling Some people just can’t hold their liqueur. It’s a skill I think everyone should find some time to develop. See, being able to sip a drink…
This Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin recipe looks long and time consuming, but is really pretty basic and pairs wonderfully with the veggies and cornmeal cakes. This was the very first post for the Pass the Cook Book Club! An idea I had to dust off my ever growing collections of unloved unused cookbooks. And to…
Did I say Slow Cooker Burritos? Yup. The flavor of the chipotle beef is awesome and the prep work is really easy. Add to that the delicious layers of guacamole, salsa, cheese, rice and beans. Oh sweet baby Jesus. This recipe will definitely be made again and again. Can you believe there are only a…
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….
Let’s talk a minute about this little sitcom that everyone seems to watch. One that kind of haunts my day to day life. Seriously, The Big Bang Theory. I can not tell you how often people step into our comic shop with wide eyes like it’s a strange and foreign land wondering what it must be like…
This quick and easy 5-ingredient rocky road fudge recipe is your new go-to for making decadent chocolate candy at home in just 20 minutes flat. Ultra thick, chocolatey fudge brimming with marshmallows and nuts in every bite makes for the perfect edible gift or slice up last minute to impress party guests. I’ve been dying…
This easy, family-friendly chicken enchilada casserole recipe is a mashup of two crowd pleasers – cheesy enchiladas and carby pasta – for an easy dinner that’s on the table in 40 minutes flat. Loaded up with all the flavors you crave from enchiladas, this one-pan enchilada pasta skillet masterfully brings together pasta and saucy Tex-Mex…
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,…
Bonus Post! Just in case you needed something a week bit stronger to get you into the holiday spirit this year… [print_this] Peppermint Pattie Martini In a small jar combine 1 1/2 cups vodka with 5 Peppermint Pattie’s and let sit for a day (or two). Strain into a clean jar, chill. When ready to…
This Frangelico Gelato combines the hazelnut overtones of Frangelico with a Nutella swirl into a soft, creamy eggnog base. Looking for a decadent Frangelico gelato recipe? This grown-up frozen treat takes indulgence to a whole new level. This homemade Frangelico gelato is a dream come true for hazelnut lovers, boasting a rich and complex flavor…
This time of year I am more than guilty of binging on heavy meals – I mean those carb laden heavy meals that sit in your tummy until lunch the next day. Those guilty kinds of means. The heavy ones that are oh so worth it. (The sweat your tush off at the gym the…
You know those commercials  this time of year jamming jewelry down your throat? Then there’s the reminder that it really is ‘engagement season’ by the random texts and phone calls I have gotten lately from excited friends who are sharing their good news. But you know what sends me over the top? Facebook rubbing my nose in it. Facebook…
While traveling to work the other day I had on the Serious XM Country Christmas radio station and I heard something that reminded me what Christmas was all about. I didn’t catch the very beginning, so I am not sure if it was the DJ’s personal story or something previously recorded, but who ever was…
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…
Confession: I know nothing about coffee. I don’t drink coffee. Handsome doesn’t drink it. We don’t even own a coffee maker. But when Mr. Coffee asked if I would like to test drive their latte machine I went for it. Why? Because having a coffee for entertaining is essential. And I’m also trying to convince…
Oh dear God. Brace yourselves. I wasn’t prepared or ready for it. I didn’t feel it coming on. I was pretty sure it wasn’t going to happen this year. Then as I was standing around waiting to get some images framed at the art store the other day, Christmas landed in my cart. (bet you…
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….