Chopped Greek Salad is a beautiful salad that will impress guests at your next party or large gathering. I made this salad for a large party recently, and everyone commented on how pretty it was. Chopped salads are great for entertaining because they are easy to eat (no large pieces of lettuce to cut). We’ve been…
Broccoli Red Pepper Egg Bites Recipe
Broccoli Red Pepper Egg Bites are perfect for on-the-go breakfasts, quick pick-me-up snacks, or as part of a breakfast buffet when entertaining. These egg bites are super cute and the recipe is easy to modify to use in-season vegetables and satisfy everyone’s tastebuds. This past week, we hosted “girlfriend week” at our house. Each of…
Fresh Tomato Mozzarella Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe
Fresh Tomato Mozzarella Pesto Pasta Salad is easy to make, healthy and perfect for barbecues and picnics. I love casual entertaining, especially when fresh local produce is in season. Our local farmer’s market has expanded over the years, and fresh tomatoes, basil and mozzarella are readily available. There’s also a stand that sells excellent fresh…
Roasted Butternut Squash Cider Soup Recipe
This sweet spiced Roasted Butternut Squash Cider Soup is perfect for Thanksgiving and the rest of the holiday season. Sponsored by Peapod. I can’t believe next week is Thanksgiving already! November has been flying by and I have been planning my Thanksgiving menu. I used to find preparing Thanksgiving dinner extremely stressful. The amount of time…
White Peach Sangria Recipe
White Peach Sangria is perfect for summer entertaining when you’re looking for a refreshing drink featuring fresh fruits in season. My husband is a huge fan of sangria, whether it’s red or white. Sangria is just a mixture of wine, liquors, fruit juices and fresh fruit. The wine doesn’t have to be expensive since it’s…
20+ Healthy Memorial Day Recipes
I would like to thank all the men and women who have sacrificed their lives serving our country so that we might be able to enjoy our freedom. May God bless American and the families of all those who have lost loved ones while serving our country. I don’t know how Memorial Day weekend snuck…
Super Easy Fresh Tomato Burrata Cheese Pesto Dip
This Fresh Tomato Burrata Cheese Pesto Dip is great for entertaining – it takes just 5 minutes to assemble. A few weekends ago, I threw a belated celebration party for my husband’s winter paddle tennis league. As a food blogger, there is always a little pressure when I entertain – people expect good food and…
Oven Roasted Vegetables with Sage and Thyme Recipe
Did you know that eating the right foods can help you feel more energetic and contribute to a good mood? According to Joy Bauer’s Food Cures, high quality carbohydrates and protein (found primarily in plant foods) contain vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that help contribute to a good mood. These include whole grains, legumes, vegetables…
Seven Layer Dip Recipe
Seven Layer Dip is a crowd pleaser. This appetizer is a favorite for parties. Seven-Layer Dip, a Crowd-Pleaser This is my second month joining in on the fun with the Secret Recipe Club, created by Amanda of Amanda’s Cookin. This month there are over 100 food bloggers participating in the Secret Recipe Club. The idea behind…