Back to school already? Noooooo! Say it ain’t so! Didn’t school used to start in September? Summer break is nearly over so it’s time to prepare for the upcoming school year. Just think about the jarring shift from chilled out, barefoot …read more
When melons are in peak season, the sun ripened sweetness and the rock bottom price make them irresistible. This is a sweet and savory salad that gives a fresh spin on this summer staple is equally irresistible. It’s so simple and yet …read more
DIY premium ice cream at half the price. Never have only two ingredients made so many people so happy. This is premium ice cream at half the cost of name brands. So easy to make – no ice cream maker …read more
This summertime dessert will make you look like a rock star with minimal effort or expense. Now, that’s the stuff we live for. Right? We’re making a luscious tart with a sugar cookie crust filled with creamy vanilla custard topped with ripe …read more
The first time I had Limoncello was many years ago during my cruise ship days. To this day with each sip, the flavor takes me right back. We were in Italy on the Isle of Capri in the Gulf of Naples. An …read more
Summer weekends were made for gathering friends in a shady spot where the breeze is warm and the drinks are cold. To throw a spirited little party that won’t break the bank we’ll enlist the help of our frugal little friend – boxed wine. …read more
Those who want to get the biggest nutritional boost from their smoothies frequently add a slew of ingredients, sometimes more than a dozen. Proteins and chia and flax, oh my! Rather than taking 20 minutes to make a smoothie each morning, you’ll save …read more
Quick and easy, nutritious and delicious. Chock full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, protein and CHEAP! What more can you ask from your breakfast or snack? Not a darned thing. Smoothies are always popular. I’m sure you’ve seen the prepackaged frozen smoothie blends …read more
Let’s compare, shall we? Fried chicken – makes a splattery mess, you have to constantly adjust the oil temperature, and you have to stand there while you fry a few pieces at a time then keep the first pieces warm while you …read more
Two words that were destined to go together: Bacon and Jam. If it sounds magical, that’s because it is.! Caramelized bacon and sweet onion spread that perfect balance between sweet and savory that makes pretty much everything better- like magic! Bibbidi-bobbidi-BACON! …read more
Have you made your menu plans for your next patriotic themed BBQ? I ask because you’ll want to add this easy and star spangled spectacular dessert. It’s truly unique because you make it on the BBQ, and it couldn’t be easier. Have …read more