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 a Manhattan! I was introduced …
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 in all of the …
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 those conversation cards you find …
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 Tuesday is here!!! It might …
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 when it comes to corn. …
Sautéed Squash and Zucchini is a simple, easy side dish that is perfect for any dinner! Sliced squash and zucchini are sautéed with onion and then topped with panko bread crumbs and grated parmesan. When we needed a quick and easy side dish growing up, my mom would make this sautéed squash and onion. It …
This is Lola. She’s cute, huh? It’s really a good thing that she is as cute as she is…..because SHE.IS.TROUBLE!! Last summer, we lost our precious Golden Retriever, Lucy, at the age of 10. Eventually I might be able to write a post about her and losing her. But I’m still not ready yet. She …
