Get a few tasty Puerto Rican rum recipes, and check out some fun and informative videos about the history of this deliciously versatile spirit!What You Should Know About the Puerto Rican RumWhat do you think of when you hear the word "rum." I think of pirates, which reminds me of taking our boys on the Pirates of the Caribbean ride at Disneyland last year. I have very fond memories of the Disney World version of that ride from my youth, but our 7-year-old would not use the word fond to describe ... continue reading...
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Best 10 French Toast Recipes for a Quick Breakfast
Today I'm bringing you 10 creative, scrumptious French Toast Recipes including casseroles and even a savory dish! Go grab some eggs, and let's get started! 10 Quick and Easy French Toast Recipes Today's roundup is sort of depressing for me since I can't really eat wheat anymore. I'm doing just fine with gluten-free bread, pasta, pizza crust, cookies, etc. It's hard to duplicate a crusty loaf of French bread or sourdough though, which is what makes the best French ... continue reading...
Easy Rice Noodle Recipe with Shrimp and Cabbage
This flavorful rice noodle recipe with shrimp and cabbage is a very easy, healthy dinner. We loved it! Our PTA does fundraisers called "Count Me Ins." Have you heard of them? People sign up to host some sort of party, event, or service, and other people sign up. There's a fee for each slot, and all the money goes to the school while the host pays any expenses for the event. Last year I hosted a sangria party at my house, but this year I decided to offer weekly casserole delivery instead. It ... continue reading...
25 Blueberry Recipes You Will Love!
Make your tastebuds happy with these 25 delicious Blueberry Recipes just right for Summer!I have to be honest and tell you that I'm not a big fruit lover. I do have my favorites like peaches, watermelon, and strawberries, but I rarely grab a piece of fruit for a snack. I like to have fruit with breakfast or on a cheese plate, but I generally don't crave the fruity flavor. The only exception is with blueberries. I don't know if it's their sweet taste or how easy they are to grab by the handful, ... continue reading...
Parmesan Squash Turkey Burgers
Enjoy every last drop of Summer with these Parmesan Squash Turkey Burgers paired with a glass of light-bodied, vibrant Barefoot Refresh! I was compensated for writing this post, but all opinions shared are genuine. Summer is winding down, but one of the big grilling holidays is still to come: Labor Day! Do you have a cookout or other party planned for the holiday weekend? I definitely plan to put my (bare) feet up and enjoy some casual food and drinks with my family and friends. I am anything ... continue reading...
10 Party Punch Recipes Perfect for Celebrating!
Make any party more fun with one of these 10 Party Punch Recipes! There's something for all ages and occasions, so you're sure to find a new drink to add to your next celebration. Do you have a special occasion coming up? Take a look at these tasty punches. A bowl full of fruity, colorful punch enhances any occasion, so I rounded up a few party punch recipes to share with you. I love how these drinks make for easy entertaining since you can mix up a big batch and ... continue reading...
21 Mango Recipes
Add a tropical flair to your day with these 21 Mango Recipes!I think our country must be expanding its produce horizons because so many fruits and vegetables that I had never even heard of as a kid are now commonplace. Granted, I grew up in Mississippi in the eighties, and that might not have been the most progressive part of the culinary world, but seriously. If you had asked me what an avocado or papaya was, I would have given you a blank stare. Now I live in California, but it seems we're ... continue reading...
Green Drink Recipes for St. Patrick’s Day and Spring!
Get in the mood for St. Patrick's Day and spring with this fun roundup of green drink recipes!How is the time change treating you? Are you loving the extra hour of daylight? If you ask me, it stinks! My kids go to bed early, just the way I like it, but this time change is throwing our schedule off BIG TIME! I'm hoping we all just need a few days to adjust, but I'm afraid I need to rework our whole evening routine, which I'm not looking forward to. I'm used to a quiet house after 7:30pm, and the ... continue reading...
Easy Irish Coffee: Two Ingredients, One Tasty Cocktail!
All you need is two ingredients and two minutes to make this Easy Irish Coffee! Happy Lunar New Year! Writing that makes me realize that perhaps I should have saved this Irish Coffee for St. Patrick's Day and made something red or otherwise festive today. Oh well. I wasn't thinking about holidays when I came up with this tasty warm cocktail; I was thinking about the weather. I've got no complaints about the weather here in San Francisco (although some rain would be nice since we are now ... continue reading...
Easy Weekly Dinner Menu 49: YOUR favorite recipes from 2013!
Hi, hi, hi! Here we are, the last menu of 2013! I am not going to make a teary speech about the past year of blogging right now. I'll save that for my actual one-year anniversary next month! Today, I just want to share with you an easy weekly dinner menu of my seven most popular dishes in order of most viewed. Looking at this list, I have learned two things: People like chicken, and reader's favorites aren't always the recipes with the best photos! Easy Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti - I have to ... continue reading...
12 Days of Holiday Cocktails: Drink and Be Merry!
Enjoy the holiday season with a dozen festive holiday cocktails!I'm doing something a little different for this week's happy hour post. Instead of bringing you one new cocktail recipe, I've gathered a dozen Christmas cocktails perfect for the season. I couldn't resist since today is actually twelve days before Christmas! Tis the season for holiday parties, and this collection of festive drinks is sure to put a smile on your guests' faces. Cheers!Caramel Apple MartiniBoozy Eggnog Cocktail by Fork ... continue reading...
Cranberry Mimosas: A fun and festive cocktail!
These cranberry mimosas were born for holiday brunches and cocktail parties!Hello! I have missed you this week! I did write a couple posts about learning to create tablescapes and choosing wine for holiday meals, but after taking a few days off writing good ol' dinner recipes, I am ready to get back to business!As I write this, I'm stuffed to the gills from Thanksgiving dinner. I love Thanksgiving, but the best thing about it being over is that Christmas season starts! These festive cranberry ... continue reading...