Elixirs for Xmas: Homemade Vanilla Extract

I love to make homemade gifts and usually work at it throughout the year, especially with canning up summer’s bounty. To “mix it up a bit” (pun intended), I decided to make a few elixirs and extracts to give as gifts this year, too.

If you’re planning on giving homemade vanilla extract for Christmas or . . . → Read More: Elixirs for Xmas: Homemade Vanilla Extract

Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches with Parmesan Potato Puffs

After a forgetful hiatus, here is my Secret Recipe Club post for October. . . . → Read More: Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches with Parmesan Potato Puffs

Kimchi Fried Rice

Come along on an eating adventure, experimenting with the gift of kimchi… . . . → Read More: Kimchi Fried Rice

Grilled Mediterranean Shrimp Cocktail

How a perfect Saturday morning led to a beautiful grilled meal on the patio. . . . → Read More: Grilled Mediterranean Shrimp Cocktail

Harvest Fruits-Maple Crisp with Cinnamon Cream for #winePW 5 “Fall Fruits and Wine Pairings”

I think fall is my favorite season.

I love the cooler, crisp weather, the colors of fall…

I love the holidays—Halloween, Dia de los Muertos, and Thanksgiving.

I love the flavors of fall—apples and pears, pumpkin, and warming spices.

So, a thank you to Culinary Adventures with Camilla who invited me to participate in #winePW . . . → Read More: Harvest Fruits-Maple Crisp with Cinnamon Cream for #winePW 5 “Fall Fruits and Wine Pairings”

Hangover Burger or Heart Attack on a Plate

Fair warning: This is a delicious brunch item….hearty but not healthy in the least! . . . → Read More: Hangover Burger or Heart Attack on a Plate

Tailgate Sloppy Joes for a Crowd

Here’s a recipe I didn’t get posted for #10DaysofTailgate. It is definitely worthy to share with you now. . . . → Read More: Tailgate Sloppy Joes for a Crowd

Braised Mushrooms with Tagliatelle

Come along with me as we spend a thousand days in Venice…. . . . → Read More: Braised Mushrooms with Tagliatelle

Three Pepper Burgers for #10DaysofTailgate

A grilled burger with green chile rub, fresh jalapenos, cheese and a fantastic cherry chipotle sauce! Three pepper flavors on one burger! Perfect for #10DaysofTailgate. . . . → Read More: Three Pepper Burgers for #10DaysofTailgate

Caramelized Onion Dip for #10DaysofTailgate

A delicious dip that can be served hot or at room temperature. . . . → Read More: Caramelized Onion Dip for #10DaysofTailgate