My Mom’s Blue Cheese Ball recipe is straight out of 1955, but OMG it is super delish. And, who doesn’t love a retro vibe during cocktail hour? I recommend using the best blue cheese you can get your hands on and crumble. Bargain basement cheese is not welcome here. Upon mixing with my bare hands I realized I probably could have done this in the good ole’ Kitchenaid with the […]
Italian Butter Cookies. Mine do not look professional or fancy pants. But they are super delish. I feel like I will improve as I make these more. The recipe calls for one baking sheet, but I used two. I baked one sheet at a time. I had a piping bag fail, so I maneuvered to a ziploc with a snipped off corner. Works just as well, you just don’t have […]
Snickerdoodles are filled with cinnamon goodness. I haven’t made these in a minute, but I decided to rock a batch out for Thanksgiving. I baked them on Silpat mats, but in the past I baked them straight on ungreased cooking sheet, as the recipe from the Better Homes and Garden recommends. I do think the Silpat caused the cookies to be a bit thinner, but they came off the mats […]
Truly, Scotch Shortbread gives absolutely nothing in looks or design. But the aroma: heavenly. The taste: Unbelievable. The satisfaction: Another euphoric level. So, they must – THEY MUST – be a part of your Christmas cookie platter. Plus you can make them waaaaay ahead and they will still taste divine. Pro tip – Cut them as soon as you pop them out of the oven. This recipe comes from the […]
Lime Cilantro Chicken is a festive and fun protein that makes Mexican Night at home a total cinch. We love to make tacos out of the grilled chicken strips marinated in lime, chili, garlic and a few more sensational seasonings. Be sure to marinate your chicken for at least an hour. For a Taco Night setup, serve with your fave salsas, shredded cheese, lettuce, beans and hard and soft shells. […]
