Melissa B’s Grapefruit Margarita

Melissa B’s Grapefruit Margarita

I would say that a margarita is pretty much everyone’s go-to for a first cocktail because it’s so familiar. I know mine was a Lemon Drop Martini. Because I had the ingredients and always wanted to try a martini but was scared. After my fantastic 

Cheeseburger Mac Helper

Cheeseburger Mac Helper

I am not a fan of Hamburger Helper. I love the Cook’s Country magazine. Seeing this cheeseburger mac helper recipe in the I was intrigued. My hubby bought me a subscription for Christmas. I committed myself to cooking through the magazine. Cook’s Country the magazine 

Mother’s Day Roses

Mother’s Day Roses

One of my favorite gifts I received for Mother’s Day was in 2012 was roses. My amazing hubby sure helped the girls pick a winner of a gift. But not from a florist or in a vase. These were bare root roses which are just 

Pan Fried Japanese Eggplant

Pan Fried Japanese Eggplant

I never thought I would be a millionaire but I am….. In the garden that is, with eggplant called “Millionaire” which is a Japanese variety. It has a dark purple skin and hardly any seeds. It is about 1 1/2″ in diameter and about 8″ 

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

If you haven’t gotten on the Instant Pot/Pressure Craze by now you really should. One of the first things I made was instant pot mashed potatoes. I have 2 in my house and I don’t know how I lived without them. Saving time is a 

Shoebox Bartending and the Lemon Drop Ladies

Shoebox Bartending and the Lemon Drop Ladies

Welcome back and fasten your seatbelts, because today we are going to talk about the good stuff for a bit. You know what I mean – COCKTAILS!! Stay tuned and see how shoebox bartending and the lemon drop ladies continues! Although red wine has traditionally 

Refreshing Lemon Drop Martini

Refreshing Lemon Drop Martini

If you’re in the mood for a delightful and invigorating Refreshing Lemon Drop Martini, then you’re in luck because I have the perfect recipe for you. But before we dive into the details, let me take you on a journey and share with you the 

Pinto Beans and Chard

Pinto Beans and Chard

Pinto beans and chard in the Instant Pot for a tasty and quick meatless Monday meal. Not just for Mondays but any day you want a fast meal. Pinto beans and chard is a recipe I adapted to the Instant Pot and it’s a family 

Chocolate Chip Chewys and Me

Chocolate Chip Chewys and Me

Let me introduce you to my famous, well, only with my family – but I hope they will soon be famous within your family as well – Chocolate Chip Chewys and me. I can’t remember the first time I made these cookies, but reassure you,