Wow… I feel like my childhood and adulthood just fused together! Warm chocolate rum sauce, vanilla and Sailor Jerry Rum milkshake mixture, topped with homemade whipped cream… ALSO made with Sailor Jerry Rum! I didn’t think it would be possible to take something so innocent and make it so sinfully delicious! Grab two straws and share one with your sweetheart tonight!
A few weeks ago when I went berry picking with friends, I went a little overboard! We already had a huge carton of blueberries we had picked up from the store and then I brought home 4 more full pints from the farms! I don’t like seeing food go to waste so I decided to make a sweet and tart blueberry sauce to top a stack of warm fluffy buttermilk… Keep Reading
If you’re one of those.. “I can only drink coffee from Starbuck’s!” kind of people.. get over it! When was the last time your barista handed you an iced coffee with Sailor Jerry Rum in it?! Exactly! This concoction is perfect if you’re looking for a little hair of the dog and a caffeine pick-me-up or a nice coffee cocktail to sip on the weekends!
I’m a day behind on my Sweet Tooth Sunday post, but it’s only because I changed my mind last minute and created this funny, slightly gross, and cute summer cake for you all! I remember going to the public pool in my hometown and we had to get out of the water every 15 minutes so they could shock the pool because of some sort of bodily fluid..or solid! Sick!… Keep Reading
If there ever was the perfect hot summer day cocktail.. this is it! It’s crisp, refreshing, light, and embodies the flavors of summer! The recipe makes a big batch so it’s perfect for summer parties and BBQ’s. You can also make these without alcohol for your non-drinking guests! : )
I tried a sandwich like this at a local restaurant and knew that I had to try to make it at home! Not only was the homemade version cheaper, but much tastier! The sweet and zesty salmon, fresh and juicy grilled pineapple, topped with creamy and spicy coleslaw make a summer sandwich trifecta that you’re sure to love!
Celebrate this coming Fourth of July with classic vanilla cupcakes that have a sweet strawberry surprise center and rich buttery frosting! The cupcakes themselves are low-fat and the strawberry center is just a simple strawberry reduction with no added sugar.. That means guilt-free indulging! Well.. almost guilt-free! ; ) Bonus tutorial on how to create the ‘sparkler’ toppers as well!
Black cherries are one of my favorite summer fruits, so when I still had a big bag of them leftover from my Black Cherry Mini Chocolate Tarts, I decided to make tea with them. More inspiration struck when I saw the recipe for a Cherry Jerry and then this delicious cocktail was born! It’s light, sweet, and refreshing.. Perfect for those long summer days!
I think the moment you realize you’re an adult is when you find yourself completely giddy about receiving a food processor for Christmas (thank you once again Mom!). One of the main reasons I even wanted one was just to make a basil pesto. Never-mind the fact that this food processor has a million and one different functions and items that it can make, I just wanted pesto! It’s simple… Keep Reading
Summer eating for me means a lot of fresh fruit, grilling, and of course.. ice cream! I decided to combine those three with grilled peach sundaes topped with candied walnuts. The warm juicy peaches, vanilla ice cream, and crunch from the candied walnuts make this the perfect summer dessert!
I can’t get enough of the sweet and spicy combination when it comes to cocktails, so when I received a request for a delicious sangria recipe I jumped at the chance to concoct something sweet, spicy, and summery! It’s light, refreshing, and has a much needed kick to keep your taste buds intrigued!
I’m not really a fan of blog recipes with long stories that have nothing to do with the recipe itself, but this is too good not to talk about and it does have a little to do with the recipe.. When I set out to find a nice goat cheese with herbs in it I came across Cypress Grove’s Purple Haze goat cheese. I asked the man working at the… Keep Reading
I’m a self-proclaimed pizza-addict so you will never see me going carb free or anything, but I must say that this was one delicious and HEALTHY way to enjoy pizza without the added carbs! I’ve seen a few different versions of these floating around on Pinterest, but I put together my own and couldn’t be happier with the results! Not only did I get my pizza-fix in, but I didn’t… Keep Reading
I made Mini Fruit Tarts last winter and we couldn’t get enough of their bite sized goodness! I really wanted to try a chocolate version of them, so the second I saw that cherries were in season I couldn’t resist putting this recipe together! The mini tart shells still had the same buttery flaky texture as the originals and mixed with the rich cream cheese filling and juicy black cherries,… Keep Reading
I made these for Cinco de Mayo and they turned out great, so of course when I go to make them last night to do as a post here, I knocked over the cocktail shaker before the margarita mix ever hit the glasses.. After soaking up a sticky puddle and slinging around words that would make even a sailor blush.. I made an entire new batch that turned out wonderful!… Keep Reading
Usually starting with Memorial Day going on until Labor Day its picnic season. The most common side dishes you see are pasta salads, potato salads, and coleslaw, so surprise your guests by putting a twist on a classic! This creamy coleslaw mix has a subtle sweetness from a mango and a much needed kick from the habanero! You can enjoy it as a side dish or even top your burger… Keep Reading
It’s grilling season and I’m taking full advantage of it! I don’t know if it’s the sizzle of food hitting the grill or the fact that everything just seems to taste better when cooked on a grill, but if you need an excuse, these shrimp skewers are definitely it! After marinating the shrimp in fresh lime juice I smothered them with honey barbecue sauce on the grill, creating a sweet… Keep Reading
Remind me to never run errands on a weekend! I tried to go just a few places today and I found myself muttering obscenities the entire time. I decided to come home and find comfort in my two most favorite things… baked goods and beer! To celebrate the season finale of Game of Thrones tonight I picked up a bottle of Rogue’s Dead Guy Ale.. I figured it’s only appropriate… Keep Reading
The first week of June in Portland is typically known as Fleet Week, where the U.S. Navy arrives and docks at Portland’s sea wall during the Rose Festival. Unfortunately, this year they had to cancel because of the budget cuts. Since the U.S. Navy cannot make it here I decided to bring them to you with a Sailor Jerry classic, the Homeward Bound! This simple yet delicious combination of fresh… Keep Reading
I rarely indulge in fried foods unless I’m at the Iowa State Fair or if it’s for fried pickles! I decided to add another indulgence of mine to the mix.. Blue Moon beer! Oh, and as if that wasn’t enough.. I threw Sriracha into the mix to spice up the dipping sauce! If you love any of the three items mentioned above, these are a must try recipe!
While I’ve been back home visiting, my mom went through her recipes and came across an oatmeal raisin cookie recipe that she said was my oldest brother’s favorite. I decided to adapt it slightly and add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness! Baking six dozen deliciously soft oatmeal cookies seemed like the perfect way to spend a day back in my hometown!
Hummus has become one of my favorite snacks because it’s much healthier than regular store bought dips and I can make a ton of it at a fraction of the cost! This zesty roasted red pepper hummus is definitely one of the best I’ve made so far! It has just the right amount of spice for even the mildest of taste buds to enjoy and great natural flavor from… Keep Reading
What better way to recognize Memorial Day than with red and blue velvet cupcakes! The moist velvety cake and rich buttercream frosting make a perfect red, white, and blue combination for Memorial Day or the Fourth of July!
One of my Pinterest Challenge items was to make these popcorn ice cream cones from Cookies and Cups. I decided to put my own spin on them by adding crushed Oreos and they were phenomenal! I cut the recipe in half and added 15-20 crushed Oreos to the popcorn before adding the marshmallow mixture. I managed to get these made by myself, but if you can get a helper, I… Keep Reading