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4 champagne flutes filled with champagne and creme de cassis and garnished with raspberries.
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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?…
Beth Rello 4
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a muffin pan of golden brown cooked butt buns
Butt Bun Potato Rolls Baked GoodsEasterKids FavoritesThanksgiving
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…
Jamie Schreckler 5
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3 asparagus wrapped with prosciutto on a white plate.
Prosciutto Cheese Wrapped Asparagus AppetizersHappy HourNew Years EveVeggie Sides
June 22, 2023

Prosciutto Cheese Wrapped Asparagus

Light and Savory Appetizer We love this prosciutto and cheese wrapped asparagus appetizer for a happy hour with friends and family.  It is delicious yet easy to make, not to mention has great visual appeal.  The savory rich flavor of the cheese and prosciutto is balanced by the lightness and crunch of the fresh asparagus. This appetizer is easily on our top 10 favorite appetizer list. Ingredients for the Prosciutto…
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roasted brussel sprouts with pancetta and garlic on a round white plate
Roasted Brussels Sprouts ThanksgivingVeggie SidesVeggie Sides
June 2, 2023

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Fall in Love with Roasted Brussels sprouts Need an easy and consistently fabulous veggie side? These roasted Brussels sprouts are your answer.  You can count on your friends and family who deny ever enjoying a Brussels sprout to fall in love with this awkward and unique vegetable. The Secret is in the Roasting.... I am a fan of all roasted vegetables for many reasons, but mostly because you can get…
Jamie Schreckler 4
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super sized cinnamon roll in a white pie dish after baking
Super-Sized Cinnamon Roll Baked GoodsBreakfastBrunchChristmasEasterKids 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…
Jamie Schreckler 6
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potato chip cookies on a round white plate, sprinkled with powdered sugar
Lola’s Potato Chip Cookies 4th of JulyBaked 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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rice topped with shredded chicken, sauteed sliced green peppers and onions, sprinkled with black beans and shredded cheese
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May 23, 2023

Easy Chicken Fajita Bowls

Weeknight Family Favorite These easy chicken fajita bowls have been one of our family's weeknight favorites for quite sometime. They are my favorite mostly because I usually have most ingredients already stocked, they are no hassle to make, and everyone seems to enjoy them. So if you are looking for a healthy and tasty weeknight meal to add into the rotation, these fajita bowls are the perfect fit for busy…
Jamie Schreckler 2
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Large frito scoops with the mexicorn dip on top
Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip 4th of JulyAppetizersCinco de MayoDipsHappy HourRecipesSuperbowlVegetarian
April 20, 2023

Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip

This roasted cheesy Mexicorn dip is the ultimate savory party dip.  We love making this any chance our families get together (although truth be told, the adults indulge more than the kids).  It is also a perfect dip to bring to a barbecue with friends and it is one of our favorites. The Dip Ingredients For this delicious roasted corn dip, you will need some canned items, including 2, 11…
Beth Rello 3
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Chicken marsala meal laid out in a pasta bowl, garnished with shredded parmesan cheese and a sprig of basil.
B’s Chicken Marsala ChickenDinnerPastaRecipesValentines
April 20, 2023

B’s Chicken Marsala

This chicken marsala recipe is a Gnarly Roots original.  A classic Italian dish, perfect for dinner parties where friends gather around the kitchen as it simmers on the stove.  Savory and slightly sweet, you will not forget this special pasta dish.  This is one of the first meals that Beth began making for our original dinner club, back in the Hermosa Beach days. (Shout out to the OG woman dinner…
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2 of the Best Margaritas prepared in an amber colored cocktail glass, garnished with a slice of lime and mandarin, placed on a decorative teal napkin
Best Margarita Cinco de MayoDrinksHappy HourRecipesSummer Lovin'
April 17, 2023

Best Margarita

Freshly Squeezed Margarita Anyone? Just say yes! Hot summer days demand this refreshing cocktail. As soon as you taste this best margarita, you'll have it in the weekend rotation. The Fresh Goodness of the Ingredients This delicious margarita is mixed with all fresh ingredients and no pre-made mixes. Sweetened with agave nectar versus artificial sugars, we feel this is a healthier margarita choice.   All you need is limes, lemons, mandarins,…
Beth Rello 5
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