Ahhh…summer beverages. Here are some of my favorite ways to add a little bit of celebration to ordinary summer drinks.
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Roasted Potato Salad Recipe
Grilled meat with potato salad is a staple for the summer holidays in nearly every household in America! Just in time for the 4th, here is our favorite, much requested, Roasted Potato Salad recipe…
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Simple Joys: Making coffeeshop treats at home
Cappuccino anyone? Here is the tale of my adventures in making a cappuccino at home…
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Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe
Chocolate Mousse - whether you make the dramatic cake version, or the mini dessert cups, this popular offering is a crowd pleaser!
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Favorite Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
Our favorite chocolate cheesecake recipe is delicious, easy, and can be made ahead…what could be better?
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Kaiserschmarrn, the Austrian shredded pancake treat
We tried making Kaiserschmarrn, the Austrian shredded pancake treat at home and you should too! Here’s our recipe adaptation…
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Getting Organized for a Holiday Celebration Dinner
Planning ahead and getting organized can go a long way toward a stress-free holiday season. It won’t help with your weird relatives, or your sister-in-law who is allergic to everything but tofu, but it might give you the stamina and grace to negotiate THOSE things if you don’t have a million other things to worry about!
If you are hosting there are a few things to sort through now so you don’t get caught scrambling the day before….
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Best Apple Pie Recipe
EVERYONE loves apple pie. Today I’m sharing my all time favorite apple pie recipe, with the easiest to make crust…and it’s even better a day or two later soooo, the perfect make-ahead option for the holidays!
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Late summer afternoon tea; table settings, menus, and recipes
We hosted friends for a champagne tea this week. Here are some tips and recipes for a pretty tea table for this simple entertaining option...
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Tales from the Kitchen: Classic Trifle Recipe
A classic red, white, and blue trifle is the perfect recipe for the holiday weekend...
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Easy Spinach Cheese Squares Recipe
Need a quick breakfast option? Or something easy to serve for brunch? Or a delicious and nutritious snack? Look no further, this is your recipe…easy to make and even freezer-friendly…
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Easy Elegant Entertaining
The holiday entertaining season is around the corner - does that induce panic or delight? Here are the 4 key ingredients that level up your entertaining simply and easily…
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