Normally, it’s chicken or beef that lands on the grill, but today I decided to add to my shrimp recipes with these grilled cilantro lime shrimp kebabs. These kebabs are so easy to make and they taste just amazing. Not only are they tasty, but they are also gluten-free, Paleo and Whole30 compliant. Using fresh …
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Are you looking for a patriotic dessert for the 4th of July this year? These red, white, and blue bars are perfect for your Independence Day party table. The 4th of July bars are soft-baked and chewy. They have loads of peanut butter M&Ms throughout the batter and colorful sprinkles on the top of the …
This red, white, and blue sangria recipe is made with fresh fruit, triple sec, wine, and champagne. It is a light and refreshing punch that makes the perfect 4th of July drink. The patriotic colors will look great on your Independence Day party table. It uses red strawberries and raspberries, white apple stars, and blueberries. …
Are you having a party for Independence Day or Memorial Day? These 4th of July Candy Jars will be a hit with the kids (and the young at heart!) This patriotic party table decor idea will dress up your dessert table with red, white, and blue colors and put your guests in the party spirit …
These fun food projects show just how creative cooking can be. Are you looking for ways to make your food cute? These fun recipes are your answer. Take a simple food idea and make it into a DIY project. From a marshmallow snowman floating in hot chocolate to a hedgehog bread snack, your kids will …
It’s hard to believe that Easter will soon be upon us! These Dutch apple crumble parfaits will be the star of your Easter dessert table. It seems as though we were just celebrating Christmas a few weeks ago. Easter is such a special time for families to gather together. I love to make something new …
This roasted carrots recipe is a family favorite. The Parmesan roast carrots are topped with grated cheese and Panko bread crumbs for a wonderful flavor and crunchy texture. Roasting carrots brings out their natural sweetness and I often cook them this way. It’s easy and a great way to get kids to eat vegetables they …
These lemon cupcakes with grass frosting are sure to be the hit of any Easter gathering that you hold this year. Easter is such a fun time of the year. It brings out the joy in children and tells us all that spring is just around the corner. From Easter lilies to Easter eggs, and …
These Easter Egg Nest Cheesecakes are easy to make and they will be the hit of your party dessert table. We love cheesecake recipes in our house, and also have a fondness for speckled Easter eggs, so I know my family will love them. Easter will soon be here and now is the perfect time to …
Looking for an impressive St. Patrick’s Day cocktail? This International Incident Martini is a creamy Frangelico cocktail that blends Baileys Irish Cream, Frangelico, Kahlua, Amaretto, and vodka for an indulgent, festive drink. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this cocktail is easy to make and sure to impress your friends. Whether you’re shaking up a single glass …
St. Patrick’s Day is a time for shamrocks, leprechauns, and festive food and beer. Today, you’ll learn how to make green beer to celebrate the holiday in the simplest way possible. This easy St. Patrick’s Day beer recipe uses just two ingredients and takes only minutes to make. A few drops of food coloring turn …
This After Eight cocktail is a warm, creamy, chocolate dessert drink made with Baileys Irish Cream. The creamy chocolate dessert drink is great for a cozy night in any time of the year. It’s especially perfect to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with family or friends. The rich flavor of Baileys Irish Cream is the star …
These Oreo bonbons are a cookie and cream candy recipe that will delight your family and friends. They are a great choice for any holiday party dessert table. What do you make when you can’t decide between a cookie and some candy? Why get the flavors of both in one dessert, of course? This sweet …
A cookie exchange is not just for Christmas. Halloween, Thanksgiving, Valentine’s Day, and Easter are also popular times for cookie swaps. This type of party is a fun way to share your favorite cookie recipes since many holiday gatherings include a party dessert table. December 22 is recognized each year as National Cookie Exchange Day. To …
These walnut crescent cookies are very delicate and tasty. The texture is light and fluffy and the flavor has a lovely hint of vanilla and cinnamon. Bring some to your holiday cookie swap and wait for rave reviews. The holidays are just around the corner and that always gets me thinking of making cookies. I …
This easy-to-make cranberry pecan fudge recipe has loads of fall favor and just a hint of sea salt. It’s perfect for holiday entertaining and gift-giving. The taste is sweet, tart, and crunchy, all in one delicious bite! Normally, I am all about peanut butter and chocolate when it comes to fudge. Today, we’ll be veering …
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in style with a refreshing twist on a classic summer drink recipe! This red, white, and blue white wine spritzer is the ideal companion for summer picnics, barbecues, and outdoor parties. As fireworks light up the night sky and friends gather for the festivities, this easy-to-make cocktail is sure …
This 4th of July Cosmopolitan takes the drink to a patriotic height with the addition of a fun red, white, and blue glass rim. It’s also a great cocktail to serve for Memorial Day. The cosmopolitan is a cocktail made with vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed lime juice. The cosmopolitan cocktail, affectionately referred to as the “cosmo,” gained popularity during …
These layered pudding pops with their red, white and blueberry stripes are perfect for a 4th of July or Memorial Day barbecue party. Summer is almost here and cold desserts are really desirable right now. I enjoy making pudding pops instead of juice pops. The texture comes out more like a creamsicle than a Popsicle and I …
Are you looking for a Super Bowl recipe that will tempt your sweet tooth? These two versions of Skittles cheese balls are easy to prepare and use both sweet and sour Skittles candy as their topping. I love it when the Super Bowl rolls around each year. My daughter has recently discovered a love of …
I love making Gingerbread houses for the holidays, and a great start is with a recipe for the perfect royal icing. It makes the house easy to put together and tastes great, to boot. This icing recipe makes a great “glue” to hold all the sections together. Make sure your Gingerbread house gets the perfect …
This chocolate cherry cheesecake bundt cake has a rich cherry and cheesecake center surrounded by dark chocolate cake and topped with a rich chocolate and icing glaze. It is the best of worlds – cheesecake and chocolate cake – made in one pan. This dessert would be a good focal point on any party dessert table. …
Entertaining this time of the year can make for a stressful few months if you don’t have a few easy appetizers in your arsenal. Lucky for me, (and you!) these crostini recipes come together in a flash and are perfect for those times when guests show up with little notice. Do you like 30 minute meals? …
This rich and creamy Easy Pistachio Fudge is perfect for your special dessert table and makes a great holiday homemade gift idea. This nutty fudge recipe takes just minutes to prepare and sets beautifully every time. I have to admit it. I love fudge recipes. Every time I go to my local Farmer’s Market, I head …
These Butterfinger truffles will be gone in a flash! One bite of these delicious chocolate bites, made with Butterfinger candy, will have you hooked. They are easy to make and are both crunchy and creamy for a wonderful sweet treat that is sure to become of family favorite. For another great chocolate dessert, try these …
Crushed peppermints give these Peppermint Rice Krispie Bars a holiday look & taste. This Rice Krispies recipe is simple to make and delicious, too. If you like peppermint holiday desserts and bar recipes, you will love this amazing sweet treat. This festive Christmas treat is a variation of the normal Rice Krispies bars that are …