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Prepared coffee drink topped with whipped cream, alongside the Dorda brand chocolate Liqueur, and Vanilla Spiced coffee creamer
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October 25, 2023

Chocolate Liqueur Coffee

One of life's great combinations is chocolate and coffee.  If you agree, you'll have to try this chocolate liqueur coffee. This is a fun and fancy homemade coffee for which you don't have to leave the house.  We love having these ingredients on hand for guests or to make a special coffee drink during a slow Sunday morning. The Ingredients You will want to brew an extra strong coffee (4…
coffee creamer prepared in a glass bottle alongside a fresh cup of coffee, topped with whipped cream and cinnamon
Spiced Vanilla Coffee Creamer BreakfastChristmasCold Weather ComfysDrinksEasterValentines
October 24, 2023

Spiced Vanilla Coffee Creamer

This spiced vanilla coffee creamer is inspired by our dear sister in law, and it is truly comfort in a cup.  An incredible way to start the day and also makes visitors feel especially welcome.  Try this amazing, yet super simple,  homemade coffee creamer.  You will not be disappointed! Spiced Vanilla Coffee Creamer Ingredients All you will need for this unforgettable delight is 2 cups of your choice milk (whole,…
coconut curry soup prepared in a bowl garnished with cilanttro.
Tati Nichole’s Coconut Curry Comfort Soup ChickenCold Weather ComfysDinnerFall FavsLight MealsSoupsSoups
October 19, 2023

Tati Nichole’s Coconut Curry Comfort Soup

Everyone needs a go to comfort food, for cold days or on days when you are feeling under the weather.  Try this Coconut Curry Soup for a sweet and spicy flavored treasure that is light yet also fulfilling. This is our sister Nichole's personal favorite comfort food recipe, not to mention, her sworn remedy for the common cold. We hope you love it as much as we do. Coconut Curry…
Cucumber salad prepared in a blue bowl with salad dressing on the side
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October 17, 2023

Cucumber Medley Salad with Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette

Try this cucumber medley salad with lemon garlic vinaigrette, as it is a great complement to any main dish.  An easy, fresh tasting side that is different than your typical side salad.  I love using this salad with any grilled meat, including chicken, fish, or steak. Cucumber Medley Salad Ingredients For this salad, you will need cucumber, Roma tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and feta cheese.  The dressing ingredients include fresh garlic,…
Chicken-poblano chili in a low bowl, garnished with avocado, cilantro, and tortilla chips.
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October 6, 2023

Favorite Fall Recipes

With fall officially upon us, we wanted to brainstorm and record a few of our favorite fall recipes.  The shift in weather and other fall indicators, such as football season and the approaching holidays, set a new tone for entertainment and style of cooking.  Still mourning the end of summer, but thinking about savory dinners, lazy Sunday breakfasts, friends gathering around football food, keeps us looking forward! Poblano Chicken and…
Chicken-poblano chili in a low bowl, garnished with avocado, cilantro, and tortilla chips.
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October 3, 2023

Poblano Chicken and Sausage Chili

This Poblano Chicken and Sausage Chili has a smokey flavor and creamy texture that is truly unique.  Fall and winter weather invites this main course for Sunday night dinner or a casual gathering with friends.  This recipe evolved from a chili that our cousin, an excellent chef, made for our family shortly after our son was born.  So, the vibe of this dish is rooted in love and will always…
a bowl of chicken tortilla soup, garnished with chunks of avocado, tortilla chips, a lime wedge, and fresh cilantro.
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September 7, 2023

Simple Chicken Tortilla Soup

We love this simple tortilla soup recipe for early fall.  It is easy yet flavorful.  Perfect for busy weeknights, to make a bit ahead and leave on the stove simmering and ready to serve as family members trickle in from various activities. Simple Chicken Tortilla Soup Ingredients The easiest way to make this simple chicken tortilla soup is to pick up a rotisserie chicken on your way home.  If you…
Flank Steak Sandwich prepared on a white plate, topped with sauteed onions and thinly sliced avocados
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August 31, 2023

Grilled Flank Steak Sandwich with Pesto Aioli

Do you ever have a great memory that makes a recipe special? This one is it for us.  This grilled flank steak sandwich was originally called the A & W Flank Steak Sandwich, and it came about when we were on a trip to visit our brother in Chile.  He and my sister-in-law (A & W) made this delicious sandwich using a local cut of steak, which I likened to…
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
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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…
Elderflower Vodka Lemonade prepared and garnished with lemon and basil
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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…