We had some really GREAT entries last week–just a few are shown in the graphic above. Looking forward to more tasty treats this week–and it’s the 10th! I’m starting the party off with this delicious Caramel Graham Cracker Parfait–which someone said was better than sex. I’ll keep quiet on THAT one and let you be…
One Skillet Salisbury Steak with Browned Butter Merlot Sauce
One Skillet Salisbury Steak with Browned Butter Merlot Sauce A quick and gourmet salisbury steak made in one pan. The merlot sauce makes this dish special. What do you do when you overbuy ground beef due to a great sale, have a handful of mushrooms left over and about 6 slices of bread that are…
Spiked Blackberry Ice Cream
Spiked Blackberry Ice Cream A blackberry ice cream strictly for grown ups! Definitely not for the kiddos! This one contains a wee dram. This is a nice creamy ice cream that goes down really easily. Of course you don’t have to add the liquor if you don’t want to do so, but it does add…
Pineapple Cilantro Shrimp
Pineapple Cilantro Shrimp Sweet and garlicky with an earthy hint of cilantro! Your guests will come back for seconds on these BBQ shrimp. I’ve seen these shrimp done with either lemon or lime juice–and they are fantastic that way. Lately I’ve seen many recipes for grilled pineapple with cilantro and I wondered what would happen…
Hot Fun in the Summertime (Week #9)
Featured recipes in the graphic above may be found here. We’re mid-way through the summer and have had some really superb recipes posted! Each week is indexed in the recipe index. To start off week #9, here’s my entry–and what can be better than a chocolate & peanut butter pie that you don’t bake??…
Blueberry Lemonade Muffins
Blueberry Lemonade Muffins These cake-like blueberry lemon muffins are like a mini coffee cake in muffin form. Crunchy butter and lemon crumbs are the crowning glory. Who doesn’t love a blueberry muffin? The perfect grab-and-go breakfast. These muffins have a cake-like texture and a tart hint of lemon. Lemon and blueberry are one of my…
Slow Cooker Maple Roasted Pork with Potatoes
Slow Cooker Maple Roasted Pork with Potates Does your slow cooker get cobwebs on it during summer? Dust that baby off and make this great maple-flavored roast pork! This delicious roast pork with sweet and white potatoes cooks entirely in the slow cooker. Yes you can roast in it and it’s the perfect summer appliance!…
Strawberry Spice Muffins
Strawberry Spice Muffins These muffins combine refreshing fresh strawberries with warm cinnamon spice. Perfect combination! These muffins are the result of having a veritable TON of strawberries and the mad scientist I harbor within me. For several years now, I’ve toyed with the idea of making my own cake and muffin recipes, but I could…
Hot Fun in the Summertime (week #8)
I’ve been loving all these wonderful recipes so far! Thanks to all that have posted so far and keep them coming. This week, my contribution is my favorite smoothie! Jazzberry Smoothie FOR MY BLOGGER FRIENDS ADDING LINKS Pin up to 3 links on each day the hop is open and do invite…
Strawberry Oat Bars
Strawberry Oat Bars Perfect summertime bar cookies! Fresh strawberries top these classic oatmeal bars. Easy to make too! It’s strawberry season here in upstate New York, and of course the stores are packed with locally grown strawberries. Perfect for picnics I love strawberries, especially for smoothies, but wanted to use them in some kind of…