Happy Friday, Friends!
This week, we’re concluding our “Hibachi series”. If you don’t have a Blackstone Hibachi Griddle, no worries! Read on for alternative methods to cook these delicious recipes.
In addition to the recipes, check out our real reader reviews, get a peak into my life and discuss gardening tips like growing peonies, and how we’re celebrating Father’s day.
This weeks newsletter is chock full of fun; with patriotic finds, sales that I’m watching and of course I will leave you a little inspired, I hope. So let’s dive in!
What I’m Makin’ & Bakin’
This week I’m finishing up my “Hibachi series” with smokey, lightly charred Hibachi vegetables and this easy and crave-able Yum Yum Sauce. In the past few weeks I’ve brought you Hibachi Steak and Shrimp, Fried Rice and Chicken Fried Rice.
No Blackstone Hibachi Griddle? No worries! In each of the recipes, I show you how to make it on your stovetop or using your grill with a cast iron griddle on top.
Best Hibachi Sauce (Yum Yum Sauce)
Unleash ultimate flavor with the Best Yum Yum Sauce! In 5 minutes, create a Creamy Hibachi Sauce that elevates weekday meals into Benihana-worthy delights.
Perfect Hibachi Vegetables Recipe (Benihana Copycat)
Experience the flavors of your favorite Hibachi restaurant with Benihana Hibachi Vegetables recipe. Loaded with tender zucchini, broccoli, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms, it's a quick and delicious dish to make on your flat top griddle or stovetop.
Chicken Fried Rice on the Blackstone Griddle
A meal all by itself! Use leftover rice and make this Asian inspired classic! No Blackstone griddle, no problem!
Easy Hibachi Steak and Shrimp Recipe with Fried Rice
Easy Hibachi Steak and Shrimp Recipe. Buttery shrimp and tender steak marinated in soy sauce, accompanied by crisp hibachi vegetables, served on perfectly-fried rice, and topped with creamy Yum Yum sauce!
Best Hibachi Fried Rice Recipe (Benihana Copycat)
Try this delicious homemade Hibachi Fried Rice recipe Benihana style! It combines fluffy rice, crisp veggies, and savory seasonings for an irresistible Japanese steakhouse experience.
Real reader reviews
Check out what readers are saying about a few of our recipes, I think you will love them too!
The Best Key Lime Pie
“I had never made a key lime pie before finding this recipe, but I do know that I will not need to search for another key lime pie recipe after trying this one! I make this every chance I get and always get compliments.” ~ Hannah
Easy Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe (no eggs)
“This ice cream came out perfect! Everyone enjoyed it! Will definitely make again.” ~ T Ford
In the here and now | Real life stories
Happy Father’s day to all of the dad’s reading the blog today! I know we have at least one! 😉
“Being a father is a great responsibility and privilege. It is an opportunity to show your children the love, grace, and forgiveness that our Heavenly Father has shown to us.”
Billy Graham
I miss my Daddy, he went home to be with Jesus in July of 2005, much too soon. My bonus Dad, Bill is an amazing man, a wonderful husband to my mom, fabulous Grampy to our boys and I am privileged to call him Dad! Remember to call your dad, or someone who has been like a dad to you this Sunday!
We continue to have an exceptionally wet and cool late spring here in Colorado, with almost daily thunderstorms and heavy rain, our lawns are going gang-busters and my peonies finally bloomed!
Hey, do you have any peonies? They’re super easy perennials to grow, but depending on where you live, you gotta keep an eye on the hardiness factor. This one in particular is rated in the Hardiness Zone 4 (-30 to -20° F). And this Sarah Bernhardt is one of my favorites!
Are you ready to celebrate the dad in your life? We are hosting a small brunch on Sunday with a few church friends, my hubby is pretty low-key about these things and honestly as long as I make a delicious meal, with a chocolate dessert, he will be THRILLED!
I am thinking about these Smashburgers with air fryer steak fries and probably this Copycat NBC Chocolate Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake — though I’m also toying with this triple threat; Death by Chocolate Torte – one of my original recipes on the blog, the post is clunky (hey, I was brand new to this blogging thing) but the recipe is to-die for!
Weekly Deals Curated for You!
NEW! Every week, I’ll handpick a collection of my favorite Amazon deals and others just for you. I will update this post each week so you have a convenient go-to resource whenever you seek inspiration!
Go HERE to find the best deals on Amazon for you this week! No gimmicks, I promise.
Favorite Finds
- How cute is this Kelly green V-neck shirt dress? Or these white/blue striped linen wide leg capri’s!
- And loving these lightweight linen-stretch capris and this nautical boat-neck t-shirt.
Caraway Cookware
Have you heard of Caraway? The healthier newcomer in the non-stick bakeware and cookware market. I received a set of their cookware and have been happily testing it and I must say, I am loving it. Check it out.
Deluxe Cookware Set
Did you know?
A fun fact about Father’s Day is that it was inspired by Mother’s Day. The celebration of Father’s Day was initiated in 1910 in the state of Washington.
In 1972 (58 years after the first official Mother’s Day) President Richard Nixon signed a proclamation declaring Father’s Day a national holiday in the United States. Since then, it has been celebrated on the third Sunday of June each year, honoring fathers, grandfathers, and father figures for their love, support, and guidance.
Weekly Inspiration
Love this quote from one of my heroines, the late Corrie ten Boom. Remember that, always! God knows your, He wants the BEST for you, He can be trusted. This beautiful watercolor is from Bible & Brush, check out her beautiful feed on Instagram.
Stay tuned for exciting updates, recipes, and tips in our next Fresh Fridays newsletter. Until then, keep grilling, tossing your salads, and savoring every precious moment in this life. Happy summer, dear readers!
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Sheila
What a sweet photo of you and your Dad ????
Thank you, Sheila.