Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

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This is an unbelievably easy recipe that’s perfect for weekend barbecues or a weeknight side dish! 5.0 from 2 reviews Print Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Prep time:  5 mins Cook time:  20 mins Total time:  25 mins Serves: 4-6   Ingredients 1 bundle fresh young asparagus stalks 1 lb bacon 2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil fresh [...]

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Baked Mushroom Dip Recipe

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This is one of my favorite hot dips all year round!  I tweaked an old recipe that called for Epicure seasonings, knowing that not everyone uses them.  I wanted to have a recipe that had seasonings I’d always have on hand, and this is what I came up with.  It’s delicious and a definite crowd [...]

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Loaded Baked Potato Dip

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Fair warning here – the first time I tried this dip at a friend’s house I couldn’t stop eating it!  I found the recipe online and couldn’t wait to make it myself.  This weekend is my daughter’s 5th birthday so it’s the perfect opportunity (though it does mean I’ll have to share…) 5.0 from 2 [...]

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Cheese & Jalapeno Bacon Bites

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If you’re looking for an easy, tasty, appetizer to offer at holiday gatherings – check out this recipe I just tried!  Simple ingredients and quick prep means you can whip these up in no time. 5.0 from 1 reviews Print Jalapeno Bacon Bites Recipe type: Appetizer Prep time:  5 mins Cook time:  10 mins Total time:  [...]

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Halloween Chocolate Dipped Pretzels

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I love how super easy this treat is to make for Halloween or any other holiday!  Simply purchase chocolate/candy melts (we were able to find black and green suitable for Halloween) and melt in the microwave, stirring every minute or so.  Then, dip the pretzels halfway into the chocolate, then dip into a plate of [...]

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Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos

Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos

This is my favorite appetizer right now, and I fear if I keep making it I’ll grow sick of it but it hasn’t happened yet!  It’s ridiculously easy to make too!  You can make as many or as little as you need, but for this recipe let’s go football-game-day-with-friends size. 4.8 from 28 reviews Print [...]

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Roasted Green Beans & Mushrooms

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I have been looking for new side-dish recipes for awhile now – the usual mashed potatoes or rice can get boring – and I’ve found some great ones thanks to Pinterest!  After seeing this recipe on Pinterest I decided to give it a try – I absolutely devoured it.  My kids didn’t mind it either [...]

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Easy Corn Chip Summer Salad

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I tried this recipe for the first time last weekend at my friend Jill’s house, then made it the following night when we hosted a BBQ at our house!  Delicious and easy! 5.0 from 2 reviews Print Corn Chip Salad Recipe type: Appetizer, Side Dish Prep time:  10 mins Total time:  10 mins Serves: 6   This [...]

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Buffalo Chicken Pockets

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I found a recipe online for Buffalo Chicken Rolls with photos to illustrate exactly how to make them.  I adjusted the recipe a bit, tried my hand at the envelope technique and ended up with a flat envelope more than a roll!  And so, Buffalo Chicken Pockets were created! 4.7 from 6 reviews Print Buffalo [...]

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