Whether you’re roasting turkey for Thanksgiving dinner or Easter brunch, making turkey gravy with drippings is the perfect addition to your menu. It’s full of flavor and homemade goodness. I love making turkey. And one of the reasons why is because I really love gravy made with the turkey drippings. It’s super easy to make…
With its delicious combination of savory mushrooms, tender zucchini and flavorful onions, this zucchini mushroom stir fry is a tasty side dish that is sure be a hit at your next dinner party or weeknight supper. When I’m hosting a dinner, I’m always looking for side dishes that are easy to make, taste delicious and…
This flavorful microwaved broccoli with tomatoes and spices adds zip and freshness to the menu while still being fast and easy. Whether you’re grilling out, hosting a dinner party or serving a family meal, this simple side dish recipe will be sure to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. This microwaved broccoli recipe made with…
Looking for a unique and fun way to jazz up your burger bar? This toppings charcuterie board is the perfect way to put out all the condiments and fixings so your guests can build their own burger. Plus, you can make it ahead of time, transport it easily and fit everything into one compact space….
Nachos are the perfect food for a crowd. They’re easy to make, and everyone can customize their own plate. So if you’re looking to take your party menu up a notch, try making these loaded ground beef nachos at home. Do you love nachos as much as I do? With melty cheese, ground beef and…
This homemade Crock pot macaroni and cheese is made with real cheddar cheese (not Velveeta) and regular milk (instead of evaporated milk) resulting in a cheesy side dish that everyone loves. Whether it’s a Super Bowl party, holiday dinner or a summer BBQ, this crock pot mac and cheese recipe is a staple at my…
This creamy pistachio fruit salad (also known as Watergate salad, pistachio fluff salad or green fluff salad) is a delightful, old fashioned recipe. Whether you serve it as a dessert or a side dish, there’s never any left at the end of the meal. This pistachio pineapple dessert salad is the perfect combination of sweet,…
This unique roasted Brussels sprouts recipe uses the sweetness of cherries to offset the bitterness of Brussels sprouts which results in a dish that everyone loves. And it’s pretty enough to use for Christmas dinner. I have a confession to make…I don’t like Brussels sprouts! Since that’s the case, you might be wondering why on…
This old fashioned turkey stuffing made with celery, sage and bread is a traditional turkey dressing recipe that tastes just like Grandma used to make. There is nothing like a fabulous roasted turkey with this traditional turkey stuffing and some roasting pan gravy to make your Thanksgiving dinner a big hit. I have to admit…a…
This lemon garlic grilled asparagus recipe is a delicious and easy cookout recipe that is always a hit at my annual 4th of July BBQ. But it also tastes great when you make it in the oven, so it’s perfect for indoor parties, too! In the summer, I love to cook out. Cooking food on the…
This decadent southern slow cooker sweet potato casserole recipe made with pecans is delicious as either a side or a dessert for your holiday meal. It’s a staple on my Thanksgiving menu along with roasted turkey and grilled asparagus. This decadent southern slow cooker sweet potato casserole recipe is my absolute favorite! (And that’s saying…
This garlic bread recipe is awesome! Whenever I have dinner parties, the first thing everyone asks is if we’re having “the” garlic bread. Along with my ribs and BBQ sauce and grilled asparagus, it is definitely a crowd favorite. This is a really easy recipe for making garlic bread and everyone loves it! It is…