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Father’s Day Round-Up

Pam — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 03:17:52 +0000

In honor of Father’s Day, I will leave you with some of my husband’s very favorite recipes in hopes that they will give you some ideas for your Father’s Day celebration. Cheers!

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Dessert

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Father’s Day Recipe Ideas

Pam — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 03:21:55 +0000

Father’s Day is on coming up so I’ve gathered together a group of recipes to help make his day a little more special (and tasty). Cheers to all the dads out there!!!

Breakfast Recipes:

Sheet Pan Egg-in-a-Hole with Bacon

Baked Donuts with Chocolate Glaze

Sausage Gravy with Biscuits

Eggs Florentine with Bacon

Classic Buttermilk Pancakes

BLT Quiche

Glazed Apple Danish Braid

Dinner Recipes:

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Spicy-Sweet Slow Baked Baby Back Ribs

Greek Chicken Kebabs

Garlic Butter Roasted Shrimp with Parmesan

Lemongrass-Ginger Flanken Short Ribs

Fettuccine with Vodka Sauce

Italian Flank Steak with Balsamic Roasted Tomatoes

French Onion Smothered Pork Chops

Cheesy Chicken Milanese

Baja Fish Tacos with Citrus Slaw

Fettuccine Alfredo

Open-Faced Italian Sloppy Joes

Steamed Bao with Glazed Pork Belly and Pickled Veggies

Roasted Lemon Pepper Herb Chicken Thighs with Lemon Wine Pan Sauce

Steamed King Crab Legs with Garlic Butter and Lemon

One Skillet Beef Stroganoff

Dessert Recipes:

Peach and Blueberry Almond Galette

German Chocolate Snack Cake with Coconut-Pecan Frosting

Cape Cod Blueberry Pie

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Brownies

Raspberry-Peach Cake

Chocolate Pots de Crème

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Dessert

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Memorial Day Recipe Round-Up

Pam — Mon, 24 May 2021 00:00:21 +0000

Memorial Day weekend is coming up so I’ve gathered together some more old favorite recipes–appetizers, salads, main dishes, and sweets.

Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Mozzarella Bruschetta

Roasted Shrimp Cocktail

Mini Baked Potatoes

Spicy Steak Kebabs

Hamburgers with Feta and Caramelized Onions

Pesto Chicken with Havarti and Caramelized Onions

Portobello Burger

Bacon Blue Burger

Baked Baby Back Pork Ribs

Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad

Spinach Salad with Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette

Vegetable Loaded Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing

Spicy Sesame Noodles with Roasted Chicken

Greek Salad with Lemon Garlic Dressing

Fruit Salad with a Citrus Vanilla Sauce

Berry Skewers with a Coconut Lime Yogurt Dip

Stuffed Strawberry Bites

If you are still looking for recipe ideas, click HERE for more options.

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Easter Round-Up

Pam — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 05:14:04 +0000

Here is another Easter Round-Up to give you some recipes that would be delicious to serve your family on Easter Sunday. I hope you all have a lovely holiday weekend. Cheers!

Herb Baked Eggs

German Pancake with Lemon and Raspberries

Roasted Asparagus and Steamed Eggs on Toast

Brie, Ham, Potato, Chive, and Tomato Frittata

Banana and Blueberry Pancakes with Cinnamon Vanilla Butter

Deviled Eggs

Caprese Salad

Egg Salad Sandwich

Broccoli and Sharp Cheddar Soup

Cream of Asparagus Soup

Pork Tenderloin with Honey Mustard Sauce

Garlic and Thyme Roasted Chicken

Garlic Crusted Roast Beef

Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce

Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with Honey and Balsamic Vinegar

Grilled Zucchini Spears with Lemon Vinaigrette

Chocolate Stuffed Raspberries

Coconut and Chocolate Nests

Berry Parfait with Homemade Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream and Crushed Oreo Cookies

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Valentine’s Day Recipe Ideas

Pam — Tue, 11 Feb 2020 18:00:40 +0000

Here are a few recipes that will hopefully bring a smile to your sweetheart’s face and will make your Valentine’s Day extra special.

Click HERE, HERE and HERE for additional Valentine’s Day recipes.

Cilantro and Lime Crab Salad in Avocado Halves

Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad

Tiffany’s Tomatoes

Chicken Milanese with Spring Greens

Steak with Stroganoff Sauce

Gemelli with Lump Crab, Mushrooms, & Asparagus in a Lemon Butter Sauce

Chicken Thighs with Chanterelle Mushroom Sauce

Linguine with Red Clam Sauce

Panko Crusted Chicken Stuffed with Ricotta, Spinach, Tomato, and Basil

Cherry Chocolate Kiss Cookies

Strawberry Galette with Homemade Vanilla Whipped Cream

Banana Coffee Cake with Coconut Pecan Frosting

Blueberry and Lemon Curd Galette with Homemade Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream

Chocolate Tart with Mint Krispy Topping

Eclairs

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Cinco de Mayo Recipe Round up

Pam — Mon, 04 May 2015 21:00:48 +0000

Here are some of my favorite Mexican recipes to help you celebrate Cinco de Mayo. If you still need more ideas, check out these Cinco de Mayo recipes here.

Shredded Beef and Cheddar Baked Flautas

Spicy Simple Salsa

Guacamole

Black Beans with Tomato, Onions, Cilantro, and Garlic

Homemade Refried Beans

Chicken, Black Bean, and Caramelized Onion Enchiladas Verde

Ground Beef and Black Bean Tacos

Cilantro and Lime Crab Salad in Avocado Halves

Roasted Tomato Soup with Poblanos, Oregano, and Cotija Cheese aka Sopa de Jitomate y Rajas

Pork Tenderloin, Caramelized Onion, and Monterey Jack Baked Flautas

Stuffed Anaheim Pepper with Mexican Rice & Beans, Jack Cheese, & Guacamole

Shredded Beef Soft Tacos

Shredded Pork and Caramelized Onion Tostada

Shredded Chicken, Green Chili, Black Bean, and Cheddar Cheese Baked Chimichangas

Huevos Rancheros

Baked Chicken and Cheddar Taquitos

Taco Soup

Shredded Beef Enchiladas with Homemade Enchilada Sauce

Flank Steak and Avocado Taco Salad

Citrus Marinated Pork Tacos with Pineapple Salsa and Guacamole

Chicken, Roasted Poblano, and Bell Pepper Tostadas

Mexican Lasagna

Carne Asada Sandwich

Carne Asada Tacos

Pomegranate Margarita

Bloody Mary

If you still need more ideas, check out these Cinco de Mayo recipes here.

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Fourth of July Round Up

Pam — Fri, 04 Jul 2014 04:25:03 +0000

Here are some recipe ideas for your Fourth of July get together. Cheers!

Tomato Salad with Fresh Herbs and a Balsamic Reduction

Mom’s Potato Salad with a Twist

Taco Salad

Caprese Salad

Avocado and Tomato Salad

Creamy Chicken Baked Flautas

Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers

Roasted Asparagus with Proscuitto

Carne Asada Sandwich

Greek Bruschetta

Barbecued Chicken and Pineapple Skewers

Caprese Skewers

Shredded Beef and Cheddar Baked Flautas

Pizza Bites

Deviled Eggs

Stuffed Strawberry Bites

White Chocolate, Macadamia Nut, and Coconut Cookies

Mini Peach Pies

Fruit Kebabs with Melted Chocolate

Toffee Crunch Dip with Sliced Apples

Berry Skewers with a Coconut Lime Yogurt Dip

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Cinco de Mayo Recipe Round-Up

Pam — Fri, 02 May 2014 03:03:53 +0000

If you’ve read my blog for awhile you know I love Mexican food. It’s by far my favorite type of food and we eat it often – thankfully the rest of my family likes it too. Here is a round-up of some of our very favorite Mexican recipes for your Cinco de Mayo celebration. If you need more ideas, check out another collection of Mexican favorites here.

Smoky Tomato-Chipotle Salsa

Mexican Chopped Salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette

Mexican Rice

Street Tacos with Chipotle Shredded Pork

Black Bean Soup with Bacon

Chicken Tostadas with Avocado Dressing

Pork Tenderloin and Caramelized Onion Enchiladas in a Homemade Enchilada Sauce

Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos with a Mango and Black Bean Salsa

Grilled Corn, Poblano, and Black Bean Salad

Creamy Chicken Taco Cups

Mexican Tomato Rice and Beans

Shrimp, Black Bean, and Avocado Tostada

Spinach, Mushroom, and Poblano Enchiladas in a Tomatillo Sauce

Chicken and Black Bean Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Grilled Steak with Avocado Sauce

Sweet Corn with Cilantro Lime Butter and Cotija Cheese

Fish Tacos

Need more Cinco de Mayo recipe ideas?

Click here to check out another collection of Mexican favorites.

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Easter Leftover Ideas….

Pam — Mon, 21 Apr 2014 02:56:18 +0000

I don’t know about you but I have a ton of hard boiled eggs and ham sitting in my refrigerator. Here are some recipe ideas for your leftovers.

Egg Salad Sandwich

Deviled Eggs

Brie, Ham, Potato, Chive, and Tomato Frittata

Ham and Extra Sharp White Cheddar Omelette

Baked Egg with Ham, Caramelized Onions & Mushrooms, and Sharp Cheddar

Ham, Swiss, Caramelized Onion, and Sautéed Tomato Open Faced Sandwich

Chicken Cordon Bleu

White Bean and Ham Soup

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Labor Day Recipe Round-Up

Pam — Mon, 02 Sep 2013 01:25:23 +0000

It’s sad to see summer go. My kids start school on Tuesday and I have mixed feelings about it. I am going to miss hanging out with them but I am not going to miss the squabbles! Whether you are having a backyard barbecue or a potluck at the park, here are a few recipe ideas for your Labor Day get togethers. I hope you enjoy a safe and fun holiday with your friends and family. Cheers!

Vodka Cran-Raspberry Sparkling Water

Pomegranate Margarita

Blistered Tomato and Ricotta Bruschetta with Fresh Basil

Greek Brushcetta

Bacon and Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos

Pizza Bites

Carne Asada Sandwich

Sautéed Tomato, Avocado, and Parmesan Open Faced Sandwich

Asian Chicken Sandwich

Baked Baby Back Ribs

Baked Beans

Fruit Salad with a Citrus Vanilla Sauce