When springtime rolls around I start thinking of hosting a brunch; with Easter, Mother’s Day, Tea Parties, Ladies Luncheons or even the Kentucky Derby; I wanted to show you How to Plan a Brunch. DRINKS AND NIBBLES FIRST First things first, when my guests arrive I love having a drink station all set up for…
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Hot Buttered Rum
Hot Buttered Rum is a soul warming winter cocktail! Rich and buttery, this delicious batter with butter, sugar, ice cream, nutmeg, and cinnamon is a classic American drink. On a chilly night, you won’t be sorry you have this batter on hand. Combine some batter with your favorite rum and top with boiling water (or…
Easy Valentine’s Day Desserts
A delectable collection of sweet and easy Valentine’s Day desserts sure to please your friends, family or sweetheart! Make ahead, chocolate (oh yeah), non-chocolate, mini desserts and more! All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt. Charles M Schulz Do you go big or small for Valentine’s day? Personally, I have…
Sweet Molasses Brown Bread Rolls
Soft and chewy, these Sweet Molasses Brown Bread Rolls are simple and scrumptious. A touch of molasses and honey, healthy whole wheat flour give these rolls amazing texture and great flavor, similar to Outback or Cheesecake Factory Brown Bread. Welcome to Freaky Friday created by the talented Michaela of An Affair from the Heart; so much talent,…
Super Bowl Recipes
What’s a Super Bowl without food? Right? I know you are with me! Delicious Super Bowl Recipes curated just for you! You are going to love this collection of easy appetizers, finger foods, meals, sweets, snacks and drinks. Be honest, why do you enjoy hosting or going to a Super Bowl party? Oh sure, it’s…
Delicious Antipasto Dip
A full bodied Antipasto Dip incorporating all of the delicious ingredients from a classic antipasto board; like cheese, salami, olives, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes and more! Simple Antipasto Dip There is nothing like a creamy, cheesey dip, I love these copycat Cheese Dips or a creamy Queso dip. On the other hand,…
12 Winter Soups & Stews
A collection of 12 delicious Winter Soups & Stews that will warm you from the inside out on a cold winter night, autumn evening or spring afternoon. What is not to love; dinner in a bowl, chock full of vegetables, many of them hidden, so they are totally kid friendly. Plus they fill you up…
How To Make Homemade Croutons
Such simplicity, yet such complexity. Today you will learn how to make homemade croutons, they are a favorite in our house! Crunchy outsides with the right amount of chewy inside. Four simple ingredients and you are ready to dress up a soup, add crunch to a salad, or nibble on during the day. What are…
Easy Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya (Instant Pot or Stovetop)
Easy Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya – a quick, easy, healthier, not-so-spicy version of jambalaya. It has so much flavor, you’re going to love it! No Instant Pot? No problem, I provide easy instructions for making on the stovetop! I wasn’t sure how this meal would go over for our family, some like it hot and…
Greek Quinoa Bowls with Romesco Sauce
Healthy, bright and tasty Greek Quinoa Bowls with layers of fresh and crisp veggies, feta cheese, nutty and protein packed quinoa and a delicious Romesco sauce! What is Romesco Sauce? Glad you asked, it was new to me as well. Originating from Tarragona, Catalonia, this Spanish thick and hearty tomato-based sauce was used by fishermen in…
Instant Pot Whole Chicken
Easy Instant Pot Whole Chicken is incredibly tender, juicy and loaded with flavor! The best part of this “roasted” chicken is it is made in one pot and is done in about an hour! I have come to really love my Instant Pot! I am working on more recipes to that your family will really…
Top 10 Recipes of 2019
These Top 10 Recipes of 2019 are the most Pinned, Clicked, Printed and Saved recipes…by YOU! The best of The Fresh Cooky readers choice! And I couldn’t be more grateful. I remember thinking when our oldest son was born in 2002 that he’d graduate in 2020! Yikes, we are here! A great way for me to reflect…
