Who doesn’t love a good old fashioned Root Beer Float?  There is something about root beer floats that just tastes like the greatest parts of summer as a child.  I can recall many days sitting on my back porch soaking in the hot summer day while sipping on this quintessential summer drink.  A classic explosion of a spicy root beer paired with rich, creamy vanilla ice cream was and still is a match made in heaven. History of the Root Beer Float Did you know that this classic began in Colorado in a mining camp?  Coined the “Black Cow,” Frank J. Wisner of Cripple Creek, Color ..read more

Summer provides the perfect scene for outdoor gatherings and cookouts.  Why not serve something cool and refreshing! This sangria recipe is easy and sure to please your guests this summer! Ingredients 1 750 ml bottle of Moscato 2 cups lemon-lime soda 1 cup light rum 4 cups frozen blueberries 4 cups frozen strawberry slices Fresh strawberries and blueberries for garnish Directions In a large pitcher, combine Moscato, lemon-lime soda, and rum. In each glass, add 1/2 heaping cup of frozen strawberries, followed by 1/2 heaping cup frozen sliced strawberries. Pour wine/rum mixture over froze ..read more

  Summer Desserts!  I am sure you have been invited to a couple of summer cookouts, and you are probably trying to figure out what to bring.    I do not know about you, but I have always wanted to come to the party bringing a side or dessert that everyone will remember.  You know the kind that makes people ask you “How did you do this?”  or “This is the best dessert I have ever had!”  Well, maybe you will be crowned the Summer Dessert Queen with this round-up of 18 summer desserts to keep you cool this summer and wow your family and friends. Strawberry ..read more

  Start planning now for what you are going to dip into this Sonic Chocolate Shake Mixing Dip!  It’s delicious and perfect for entertaining this summer! In my head, I am singing “In Summer” from the beloved Disney movie Frozen.  Like Olaf, my family loves summer.  It’s the time when we can sleep in and stay up late, entertain family and friends with backyard barbecues, and visit one of our favorites, Sonic Drive-In!  We love heading out to our local Sonic to cool off from the hot sun with a delicious shake!  I am all about the classic hand-mixed chocolate sh ..read more

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer.  Lazy days are here again, and so is the love of grilling!  Check out one of our favorite burger recipes below, the Cheddar and Bacon burger.  It is delicious! Ingredients 2 pounds of ground beef 1 clove of garlic, minced 1  cup of sharp cheddar cheese, grated 6 strips of bacon, diced Salt & Pepper Directions Begin by frying the bacon in a skillet.  Lay pieces on a paper towel to drain. If cooking burgers inside, then leave a little bit of the bacon fat in skillet for cooking burgers. When bacon is cooled, break ..read more

Are you a fan of chips and queso?   Boy have we got the perfect slow cooker Mexican queso recipe for you!  When I want Mexican food,  I head to my favorite local restaurant with the best Mexican queso around!  I could sit there all day munching on the light and airy chips while dipping them into a perfect combination of thick and creamy queso.   I’m talking about a queso so well made that it literally coats the chip when you dip! But what about those nights when I simply can’t eat out?  How can I satisfy my craving for some chips and queso?  ..read more

My Mother’s Day wake up was the sweetest this year. I woke up to breakfast in bed!  A stack of delicious and warm buttermilk pancakes topped with strawberries and blueberries. I recently got the book, 20 Recipes Kids Should Know, and little did I know my husband was working behind the scenes to get the kids to make me a delicious breakfast of scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, buttermilk pancakes, and wheat toast. For some, the idea of spilled flour, eggshell pieces in the bowl, … sends waves of anxiety.  At least I know that is the case in our home.  When I picture my kids in the ki ..read more

 There’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of soup when you’ve got the sniffles. Once the temperature outside is cold and winter has settled in, my family’s cure for the wintertime cold is soup!   Just like my mother and grandmother, my go-to for colds is always a cup of creamy tomato basil bisque.  A family recipe passed down from generation to generation, this recipe warms the soul and soothes the throat. Benefits of Soups When You’re Sick Most of us have been told that when we’re sick, you need to increase your Vitamin C intake.  But why is that?  Vitamin C ..read more

  Looking for some ways to wow your holiday guests this seasons?  Maybe you are looking for an easy cupcake recipe for your child’s holiday party. Well, you do not have to look any further.  We have got the cutest Christmas Tree Cupcake recipe for you and it’s an EASY one.  Leave your guests asking for this easy recipe at your next holiday event.   Christmas Tree Cupcakes Cupcake Ingredients  1 ⅓ cup flour 1 ¼ tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup sugar 2 large eggs 2 tsp vanilla ½ cup sour cream Christmas tree sprinkle mix C ..read more

Grow your heart three sizes ANY season with our delicious Grinch Floats recipe.  There’s no better time to celebrate this beloved story that was written by Dr. Seuss wrote back in 1957 than with a fun family movie night. About the Movie The Grinch, based on Dr. Seuss’ beloved holiday classic tells the story of a cynical grump who goes on a mission to steal Christmas, only to have his heart changed by a young girl’s generous holiday spirit. Funny, heartwarming and visually stunning, it’s a universal story about the spirit of Christmas and the power of optimism. Grinch Floats I ..read more