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Fruit salad prepared in a bowl, garnished with mint leaves
Boozy Fruit Salad with Cointreau 4th of JulyBrunchDessertsDessertsEasterRecipes by HolidaySaladsSaladsSpring FlingsSummer Lovin'
August 29, 2024

Boozy Fruit Salad with Cointreau

For a festive and flavorful dessert or side dish, try this Boozy Fruit Salad with Cointreau.  It is an adult fruit salad marinated in Cointreau, a delicious orange liqueur.  We love to serve this as a dessert after a heavy meal, at brunch, or even while entertaining family or friends for lunch. Kid Tip:  This is also fun to make with kids.  While I was assembling the adult version, my…
Ground Turkey Bolognese layered over spaghetti in a pasta bowl, garnished with freshly grated parmesan and a leaf of basil.
Easy Ground Turkey Bolognese Cold Weather ComfysDinnerFall FavsKids FavoritesMain DishesPastaValentines
August 22, 2024

Easy Ground Turkey Bolognese

Looking for a delicious & healthy Bolognese using ground turkey?   If you are a meat eater, you would probably agree that ground beef has more flavor than ground turkey.  However, the red wine and extra seasoning in this recipe bring this ground turkey Bolognese to life, making it super tasty.  I like to make this when the kids are yelling for pasta and I'm trying to be healthy! Turkey Bolognese…
2 Chicken Lettuce Wraps prepared side by side on a white square plate
Chicken Lettuce Wraps AppetizersChickenDinnerKids FavoritesLight MealsMain CoursesMain DishesSpring FlingsSummer Lovin'
August 15, 2024

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

If you need an easy, weeknight dinner packed with veggies and flavor that kids love, try these Chicken Lettuce Wraps.  So many variations can make the dish easier in a time crunch and accommodate a variety of palates! Shout out to DC for inspiring this meal back in the WD days of Hermosa Beach. Love you girls! Chicken Lettuce Wrap Ingredients One of the best parts about this recipe is…
Sliced grilled balsamic flank steak on a white plate with chimichurri drizzled over the top.
Grilled Flank Steak with Cilantro Parsley Chimichurri Sauce Beef & SteakDinnerMain CoursesMain DishesOn the GrillSummer Lovin'
August 8, 2024

Grilled Flank Steak with Cilantro Parsley Chimichurri Sauce

Try this simple marinade on a flank steak, especially if you plan to make a chimichurri accompaniment! Grilled flank steak with cilantro parsley chimichurri sauce is our family's favorite summer main course this year. Try this recipe for Sunday night dinner or for hosting guests. Grilled Flank Steak Ingredients You will need 1.5 - 2 pounds of flank steak, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, olive oil, kosher salt, onion powder, 3…
Chimichurri prepared in a bowl displayed next to grilled flank steak
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August 1, 2024

Cilantro Parsley Chimichurri Sauce

This Cilantro Parsley Chimichurri Sauce has been the summer dinner MVP for us! Perfect for enhancing a grilled flank or skirt steak, this sauce is easy to make and has a fresh, zesty flavor.  After many experiments, we finally came up with what we think is a winning chimichurri recipe. We hope you think so too. Chimichurri Facts:  According to FoodNetwork.com, chimichurri is a flavorful herb-based sauce that originated in…
Bruschetta Chicken Sandwich prepared on a plate, drizzled with balsamic glaze
Bruschetta Chicken Sandwich ChickenDinnerMain CoursesMain DishesOn the GrillSandwichesSummer Lovin'
July 25, 2024

Bruschetta Chicken Sandwich

If you love Italian cuisine like we do, this Bruschetta Chicken Sandwich is a great recipe for the dinner rotation.  This sandwich has all the fresh garden and savory flavors of a bruschetta appetizer and is served on top of a moist grilled chicken breast.  It is an appetizer turned main course that we enjoy during the warm spring and summer months. Bruschetta Chicken Sandwich Ingredients For this recipe, you…
Mixed berry cobbler prepared on a white plate with a scoop of vanilla icecream, on a woven placemat and a backdrop of red and white checked tablecloth
Mixed Berry Cobbler 4th of JulyBaked GoodsDessertsSummer Lovin'Thanksgiving
July 22, 2024

Mixed Berry Cobbler

If you need a quick and easy dessert, this mixed berry cobbler is perfect!  With a blend of your favorite seasonal fresh berries and a flavorful crust on top, you and your guests will love this sweet treat.  This cobbler is suited for summertime family gatherings, as it serves a small dinner group. Truth be told, I have never been a fruity dessert person.  However, I was introduced to a…
Fig Prosciutto Goat Cheese pizza prepared on a wood board ready for serving
Fig Prosciutto Goat Cheese Pizza AppetizersBrunchDinnerHappy HourLunchNew Years EvePorkValentines
July 11, 2024

Fig Prosciutto Goat Cheese Pizza

If you love a sweet and salty flavor combination, this fig prosciutto goat cheese pizza is for you. This easy recipe is great for an appetizer shared with friends or for a light meal.  We love this pizza during summertime out on the patio and hope you do too! Fig Prosciutto Goat Cheese Pizza Ingredients You can make your own pizza dough, use premade pizza crust, or even pita bread. …
A freshly prepared espresso martini in a martini glass. The martini has a frothy finish on top and is garnished with a few espresso beans.
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July 4, 2024

Espresso Martini

This espresso martini is a perfect drink for coffee lovers and special occasions. A blend of coffee and vanilla flavors with a smooth buttery finish you will love to sip with friends. I had my first espresso martini experience on a girls' trip to Savannah, Georgia.  Although I am not sure the town is particularly known for this sophisticated drink, the experts at Public Kitchen on Liberty Street know how…
3 - 2 oz bottles of ginger turmeric shots on a wooden tray with a background of fresh apples, lemons, ginger, and turmeric
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June 27, 2024

Ginger Turmeric Shots

If you need an immunity boost or an inflammation reducer,  try these delicious ginger turmeric shots, packed with vitamins and nutrients.   Enjoy them over 1 week, giving your body natural immunity support.  These daily shots are slightly sweet and tangy, and offer a little ginger-spice kick of flavor as well. When I am feeling run down, have a cold, or am preparing for germ season, these ginger turmeric shots are…