Specializing in Brunch, Desserts and Cocktails
These Avocado Deviled Eggs are packed with flavor and so much better than the traditional recipes. Sorry regular old deviled eggs, you are no longer needed in my recipe arsenal! No worries…these are super easy to make with the addition of avocado, cilantro, a bit of spicy mustard and fresh lime juice. Top it off with fresh cilantro for a beautiful appetizer or side dish at your next get together. You will probably want to makes extras! …
The Best Mushroom Risotto is one loaded with white wine and a touch of grated parmesan and romano cheese. This recipe is super easy with minimal preparation. Just be prepared to soak that Arborio with lots of wine and broth for total risotto perfection! Baby portabello mushrooms are so yuuummy and are perfect with this creamy combination of goodness….
This Skinny Kale Caesar Salad with a reduced fat dressing is so creamy and delicious without all the extra fat! I love adding some extras in with my caesar salad…this so flavorful with cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, French green beans, asiago crisps and fresh shaved parmesan. This lightened up Caesar dressing is super easy to make with Greek yogurt, light mayo, garlic and lemon juice as some of the ingredients. You will not want to buy store-bought dressing again!…
This Slow Cooker Creamy Tortellini Spinach and Mushroom Soup is the perfect way to warm up this winter. It is loaded with cheese tortellini and is so creamy, dreamy and delightful!
Just throw it all in your slow cooker, relax under a warm blanket, watch a Netflix marathon, and smell the wonderful aromas (total dreamland scenario here).
I don’t eat beef or pork, so a soup loaded with 3 of my favorite foods really satisfies my cravings during these cold winter months. If you are a vegetarian, simply substitute the chicken with vegetable broth for the win.
We had a few inches of snow here in the St. Louis area a couple of nights ago, so this really hit the spot! My husband sure seemed to enjoy it as well. He had a bowl when he came home from work and another for dinner!
Tacos are on the menu for dinner tonight, but I really want this soup too. I don’t care if it is a really strange combination. Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup will have to wait until tomorrow.
I really have made it my goal this winter to make as many of my weeknight meals in the Slow Cooker as possible. There are so many less pots and pans to clean up and the meals are usually hearty enough to savor with a nice salad.
This recipe does involve sauteing onion, garlic and spinach together separately to ensure no decadent flavors are harmed in the creation of this delicious recipe! The extra dish to clean is well worth the taste of this Slow Cooker Creamy Tortellini Spinach and Mushroom Soup.
Be sure to visit my Cocktail Page for yummy cocktail pairings with your meal. A Spiked Caramel Latte or Caramel Apple Sangria make the perfect after dinner treat.
For a creamier consistency, whisk 1/3 C. of flour in 1 C. of milk and add to soup during last 30 minutes of cooking time.
This Salted Caramel Sweet Potato Casserole with candied pretzels is the perfect combination of sweet and salty goodness! The sweet potatoes are roasted in the oven, mashed, seasoned, topped with candied pretzels, caramel sauce and coarse ground salt.
The wonderful aroma this gives off in the oven will make your mouth water and beg for a quick taste. This side dish could probably also double as a dessert item with it’s wonderful medley of sweet flavors.
Okay, I have a slight obsession with all things salted caramel right now. I am constantly trying to add these flavors to my drinks, my dishes, my hair products…LOL! Perhaps I will leave the caramel hair products utilization to my daughters. You wouldn’t believe how great a little caramel will hold the hair in place for hours! Anyhow, this is probably one of my favorite new recipes. I absolutely love the way these flavors blend with the natural sweetness of the potatoes. I got the inspiration from this recipe from my Salted Caramel Chocolate Martini that also has crushed pretzels (yumma). Another great thing about this lovely recipe, is that my brother won’t be able to complain about it having nuts on it. This recipe is nut allergy and diverticulosis friendly for everyone to enjoy.
I really made a huge mess while making this! My daughter was fighting her nap-time bad today! I ended up laying her down on the couch with a movie playing and she finally fell asleep. Unfortunately, this meant that I was very leary of waking her up with the noise of my mixer. You will probably find this gross, but I will share anyway. I ended up moving my mixer to the bathroom that is just off the kitchen. Yes, I actually beat together my potatoes on the bathroom counter. The things we have to do as mothers!
Meet the inspiration for this dish, my Salted Caramel Chocolate Martini. This is so great for the holidays! Visit my Saturated Saturday Page for more great cocktail ideas for holiday entertaining including a Caramel Apple Sangria and Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine.
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Add eggs, milk, margarine, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger; beat together until smooth.
Add mixture to a greased, 9x13 baking pan.
These Glazed Carrots and Pineapples are one of my favorite side dishes to make for company. Everyone always goes back for seconds! I love the combination of steamed carrots with pineapples and the perfectly sweet combination created by the pineapple juice and cinnamon glaze. It could really almost be a dessert with the health benefits of a steamed vegetable. …
This Slow Cooker Broccoli Apple Cheddar Soup is so simple and perfect for fall. It is the perfect medley of cheddar cheese, green apples and broccoli with a few simple added ingredients. Do you find yourself wanting to eat cheese fondue with a spoon? Me too!!! Then you will love this soup. I love eating cheese fondue with green apples and broccoli pieces and just knew they would go perfect together in a soup….
A vibrant medley of fruit, spinach leaves, blue cheese, and strawberry vinaigrette dressing make this salad so invigorating in the summertime. This beautiful salad makes a wonderful accompaniment to a lean white protein for a healthy meal. …
This is a quick and easy recipe that I have been making for awhile with readily available herbs and seasonings. The rosemary and parmesan flavors pairs wonderfully with the crispy textured potatoes. I prepare these with a minimal amount of olive oil and serve them with a nice smoked salmon and steamed vegetables for a healthier meal option. …
This rich and creamy corn casserole is surprisingly delightful with an extra boost of flavor from vegetables and chipotle seasoning. You can serve it topped with sour cream or salsa for an additional southwest flare. Feel free to add black beans and transform this from a side dish to a main course if you want a vegetarian option.
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