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hamandcheesesliders

Ham and Cheese Sliders

Ham and Cheese Sliders – an upgraded version of a basic ham and cheese sandwich!  These bite size sliders are a favorite in our house for tailgates and parties.  They are also perfect in a kids lunchbox!  I don’t know about you but we are QUICKLY running out of interesting […]

grilled cheese sticks

Grilled Cheese Sticks

Grilled Cheese Sticks are delicious finger foods perfect for little ones, kids’ lunchboxes, or an afternoon snack!  Simple, quick, and SO good!  My girls always loved grilled cheese sandwiches when they were growing up.  In fact, I’m pretty sure there was a year or so when all they ate was […]

The Perfect Manhattan

The Perfect Manhattan is always my drink of choice!  Rye whiskey, Vermouth, a dash or two of bitters, and the ever important cherry or orange rind.  It’s the perfect drink and the best end to a day!  I swear I’m not an 80 year old man….but I sure do LOVE […]

pestopasta

Pasta with Pesto & Chicken

Pesto with Pesto & Chicken is one of our favorite meals! Fresh, homemade pesto combined with oven-roasted chicken and spaghetti noodles makes a delicious, creamy pasta dish full of flavor and color!  If you don’t know about my obsession with basil, it is real and it is STRONG!  I love […]

basil pesto

Basil Pesto

Basil Pesto is so easy to make and such a fresh, vibrant ingredient added to pasta, chicken, veggies, or sandwiches.  I LOVE using pesto instead of mayonnaise on my sandwiches at home.  It adds just the right amount of creaminess and a delicious fresh flavor to any dish! You know […]

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Wonton Tacos

Wonton Tacos are little bites of taco goodness perfect for Taco Tuesdays or a Mexican themed dinner night!  They are also great as a party or tailgate food.  These 3-bite wonton tacos are sure to be a new favorite in your house!  Another week has gone by and ANOTHER Taco […]

grilled summer corn salad

Grilled Summer Corn Salad

Grilled Summer Corn Salad is the perfect side dish for a Mexican themed dinner, a cookout, or burger night.  Adapted from Barefoot Contessa’s Fresh Corn Salad, I used fresh summer corn grilled to perfection and stirred it together with fresh basil, cheese, and pickled jalapeños.  Delicious!!  I’m usually a purist […]