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A slice of oreo icecream pie exposing all of layers of the icecream, crust, and fudge layers, with oreo crumbles on top.
Oreo Ice Cream Pie DessertsKids Favorites
September 20, 2023

Oreo Ice Cream Pie

This Oreo Ice Cream Pie is truly a treat. A hybrid of several recipes, we made it as a birthday dessert for my daughter this year.  It was a hit! When looking through our grandma's recipe binder, I stumbled upon an ice cream pie recipe.  It happened to be right around my daughter's birthday.  She is not huge on cakes or desserts in general, but she's in love with Oreo…
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1 tall glass with the prepared mojito, garnished with mint and a lime wedge resting on a wooden board with a cocktail stirring spoon laid to the side
The Classic Mojito Cocktails
August 22, 2023

The Classic Mojito

The classic mojito has that refreshing taste and look that is begging for a hot summer day.  We love this drink for patio happy hours and hanging out with friends.  Try it and let us know what you think of this easy but rewarding recipe. Classic Mojito Ingredients I have always been intimidated to make this cocktail, as the simple syrup seems like an extra step that complicates things.  But…
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Elderflower Vodka Lemonade prepared and garnished with lemon and basil
Elderflower Vodka Lemonade BeveragesCocktails
August 11, 2023

Elderflower Vodka Lemonade

Looking for a smooth and sweet happy hour cocktail? This elderflower lemonade is perfect for patio happy hours and entertaining. We (and by we, I mean Beth) spent months perfecting this refreshing and memorable drink.  Elderflower liqueur is a special ingredient that adds an elegant sweetness, tending to smooth without overpowering any cocktail. Combined with lemonade and vodka, it may just be my favorite summer cocktail. The Elderflower Factor If…
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A wooden board with one folded crepe and an open crepe with nutella, sliced bananas, and garnished with blueberries. The board is decorated with sliced strawberries.
Mamie Martine’s French Crêpes DessertsKids Favorites
August 11, 2023

Mamie Martine’s French Crêpes

What do you get when your sister marries a Frenchman? Homemade French crêpes with every visit!  Without him there, it is not quite the same. But making crêpes is a family tradition we are so grateful to be adopted into.  Beth’s kids get the honor of making crêpes on a regular basis with their dad (Papa) as well as grandmother (Mamie Martine) when she visits from France.  It is a…
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4 champagne flutes filled with champagne and creme de cassis and garnished with raspberries.
Kir Royal CocktailsDessertsRecipes
August 9, 2023

Kir Royal

Kir Royal: A Classy Celebration Aperitif Not only is this champagne based cocktail delicious but it is gorgeous as well.  We enjoy this Kir Royal cocktail when celebrating a special occasion with friends.  Adding just a little splash of flavor to your bubbly (Champagne if from France and Sparkling Wine from anywhere else) offers color and a nuanced sweetness that is refreshing and delightful. What is the Kir Royal Aperitif?…
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a muffin pan of golden brown cooked butt buns
Butt Bun Potato Rolls Baked GoodsKids Favorites
August 5, 2023

Butt Bun Potato Rolls

These tasty butt bun potato rolls are the perfect addition to any family feast or celebration.  These rolls affectionately received their name from my son who was making them with Grandma.  Originally intended to be a clover shape, these rolls were formed by three balls of dough.  When you have only two remaining balls of dough, the shape is less clover and more…..well that is how the Butt Bun got…
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A mixed maitai with a garnish of an orange wheel slice and 2 cherries, with a pineapple and sliced orange in the background
Fred’s Mai Tai CocktailsRecipes
June 13, 2023

Fred’s Mai Tai

Nothing Says Vacation Like this Mai Tai I started making this Mai Tai for my husband because he likes to bring the vacation vibe into the house.  After tackling a home project or a long day of work, he has come to love this refreshing cocktail reward. We use it for happy hours with just the two of us, when we have guests in town, and we even take them…
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super sized cinnamon roll in a white pie dish after baking
Super-Sized Cinnamon Roll Baked GoodsBreakfastDessertsKids Favorites
May 25, 2023

Super-Sized Cinnamon Roll

Best Holiday Breakfast Tradition This is our best holiday breakfast tradition! Making a giant, supersized cinnamon roll with my kids in preparation for Christmas or Easter morning has quickly become one of the most anticipated holiday events in our house. We have also made it for birthdays as a fun morning treat.  This giant cinnamon roll  has all of the delicious flavor of individual cinnamon rolls but with a visual…
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potato chip cookies on a round white plate, sprinkled with powdered sugar
Lola’s Potato Chip Cookies Baked GoodsDessertsKids FavoritesRecipes
May 23, 2023

Lola’s Potato Chip Cookies

Crispy and unexpectedly tasty, these potato chip cookies our Grandma Lola made are a throwback to some of our favorite childhood memories.  A twist on a sugar cookie, the potato chips add a crunchy texture while preserving the soft sweetness.  You just have to try these to know what we mean, but they are a huge hit with our kids and a great memory for us.   Simple Ingredients, Irresistible…
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Baked banana bread in a colorful napkin lined basket
Banana Bread Baked GoodsKids FavoritesRecipes
April 22, 2023

Banana Bread

You’ll love this best banana bread recipe as much as we do. A classic and simple baked good, but with an unexpected lightness. We love it because the kids do, and it is a fun recipe for them to be involved in!   What About Those Old Bananas? Do you get excited about over-ripe bananas like we do? Once I see them browning, I know there will be requests from…
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