Thanks for joining me for another Nine Favorite Things post. Welcome to the very last day of May. I am so looking forward to June and all the bright summer days ahead. It’s the start of a new month, a new season, and hopefully some much needed time with family. I love summertime…it brings fun […]
Read More >Pink Vodka Watermelon Lemonade…the refreshing pitcher cocktail we’re all looking for this summer. Fresh watermelon juice and vodka mixed with lemon juice, sweet thyme-infused honey, and topped off with sparkling water for a bit of a fizzy punch. It’s a touch of sweet, balanced with a good lemony kick, and is so refreshing too! Perfect […]
Read More >Celebrating the weekend with this sweet Swirled Blueberry Lemon Thyme Cake. Perfect for summertime baking. Sweet lemony sour cream cake swirled with a mix of fresh blueberries and blueberry jam. This cake is mouthwatering and oh so delicious. Every bite is layered with fresh berries, jam, and hints of lemon. Finish this simple cake with […]
Read More >Weeknight style 25 Minute Korean Bulgogi BBQ Chicken with spicy garlic butter corn. The super fast Korean chicken and rice bowl that tastes just like your favorite Korean spot in town but made at home! Quick-cooking chicken tossed in a sweet, tangy, and spicy Korean style Bulgogi BBQ sauce with spicy garlic butter corn. Serve […]
Read More >Weeknight style Chipotle BBQ Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Ranch Slaw…and mango avocado salsa too. Because loaded shrimp tacos are just better. Quick cooking shrimp seasoned with a smoky chipotle chili spice mix. Then pan-seared and stuffed into charred tortillas for the quickest cooking weeknight seafood taco. Serve each taco with a creamy, cooling cilantro lime […]
Read More >Sharing one of my favorite cheesy pizzas, Garden Greens Goddess Pizza. This is the early summer pizza we all should be making. Homemade pizza dough topped with spicy homemade “goddess” style basil pesto, shredded kale, creamy cheese, and garden-fresh zucchini. Roast everything up in a super hot oven until the zucchini becomes almost chip-like, the […]
Read More >Sharing a classic coconut cream pie with a slight lemony twist. This Lemon Sugar Coconut Cream Pie is made with a buttery sweet coconut crust, layered with homemade vanilla coconut pudding, and topped with a dollop of coconut flaked whipped cream. Finish with a light sprinkle of lemon sugar for a truly delicious coconut cream […]
Read More >Thanks for joining me for another Nine Favorite Things post. Happy Memorial Day weekend! This year’s Memorial day is a little different from years past. But I’m hoping you are all finding ways to celebrate the unofficial start of summer. And of course, those who have served our country. My family made the decision to […]
Read More >Basil Smash Piña Colada…the perfect frozen cocktail to celebrate the unofficial start of summer. Fresh pineapple chunks blended with a mix of white rum, coconut cream, lots of fresh lime, and sweet lemony basil. Add plenty of ice to make an icy frozen Piña Colada that everyone will love. It’s creamy and refreshing with a […]
Read More >Fudgy Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream Pretzel Cake…your go-to summer dessert…super easy, super simple, yet so delicious. The filling is made with high-quality chocolate ice cream, creamy peanut butter, chocolate fudge sauce, and vanilla ice cream. The crust is a mix of salty pretzels, roasted peanuts, and sweet salted butter. The filling and the crust […]
Read More >One Pot Lemon Basil, Asparagus, and Sausage Pasta. This sausage pasta is made in 30 minutes, uses just one pot, and is a great way to use up that springtime asparagus. It’s made with spicy Italian chicken sausage, packed asparagus, is a touch garlicky, and finished with green olives and fresh basil. Perfect quick-cooking pasta […]
Read More >A quick and simple Caprese Prosciutto Farro Salad for Memorial Day weekend and beyond. Nutty farro, sweet and juicy cherry tomatoes, salty prosciutto, herbs, and mozzarella all combined to create a refreshing spring/summer salad that’s pretty and delicious. Toss this quick and simple salad with an herby lemon balsamic vinaigrette and flaky sea salt. Every […]
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