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Bloody Mary Recipes

Jan 30 2017 by Leave a Comment

Serve something a little different for game day this year. Try one of these delicious Bloody Mary recipes and have some fun with your garnishes!

Bloody Mary RecipesWe’re less than a week away from game day and I always like to think of ways to switch up the traditional Super Bowl inspired menu. Sure, the classics are great, don’t get me wrong, but I like it when I can serve something that’s a little bit unexpected. It helps make each and every gathering a little bit different and who doesn’t like a surprise every now and then?

Beer is a football staple. I’m a huge football fan, and I don’t usually turn one down when I’m at a game, but for the Super Bowl, why not take things up a notch and serve a brunch classic? The ever popular bloody mary! It pairs perfectly with game day snacks and there are sooo many ways to customize them for each one of your guests. (You could even set up a DIY bloody mary bar!) Today I’m sharing two different bloody mary recipes with you, just in case you want to try something a little different than the traditional bloody mary recipe. But, if not, I’ve got the traditional covered too. 😉

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DIY Football Party Cups

Jan 26 2017 by 1 Comment

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These DIY football party cups are easy to make, fun, and perfect for tailgating or the big game! Find out how to make them in less than 30 minutes!

DIY Football Party CupsWe’re a little over a week away from the big game and I’m getting party ready over here! The big game is all about great football, friends, family, and FOOD, of course! I’m always looking for fun serving ideas and today’s project is easy and great for football fans, little tykes, and those people who have no clue who’s even playing  this year. 😉  These DIY football party cups can be used to hold your favorite drinks, or you can use them like I did, and load them up with everything that’s yummy instead!

DIY Football Party Cups

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Queen Cakes Recipe

Jan 23 2017 by 2 Comments

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This queen cake recipe is perfect to pair with your Bigelow tea! Quick, easy, and delicious too! Check out the recipe and find out how to make them!

Queen Cakes RecipeI’m definitely not a Winter kind of girl. It’s not exactly my favorite season. I don’t love the snow, the cold, the ice, the early nightfall, or the traffic (I could keep going, but I’ll spare you guys), but one of the things I do love is getting into pajamas and comfy socks (those are a must!), sitting down to catch up on my latest Netflix obsession, and getting cozy with a cup of warm tea and a treat to go with it 😉  And what’s better, for a treat to pair with your tea, than one of the original tea cakes that Queen Elizabeth herself indulged in?! Today, I’m sharing a queen cakes recipe that dates all the way back to the 18th century, and now you can make them too. Pretty neat!

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Chocolate Brownie Football Cheese Ball

Jan 20 2017 by Leave a Comment

It’s always a good idea to serve some sweet options to balance out all of the salt that’s usually served on game day. This chocolate brownie football cheese ball will do just that!

Chocolate Brownie Football Cheese BallI’m pretty excited. The big game is almost here and I’m definitely looking forward to it, except for the fact that my team didn’t even make it to the playoffs (Ravens, you let me down guys). Either way, I’m a sports girl. I’ll be cheering on the underdog and stuffing my face full of delicious snacks, because if your team’s not playing, isn’t that the whole point?

Sure, someone usually brings the chips, the dips, the beer, and the smoked sausages, but you can become the new snack MVP by bringing something a little sweeter for the occasion…a yummy chocolate brownie football cheese ball!

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DIY Valentine’s Day Message Macarons

Jan 19 2017 by Leave a Comment

I’m all about an edible gift, especially one that tells me I’m a babe when I eat it. These easy DIY Valentine’s Day message macarons are a delicious gift idea!

DIY Valentine's Day Message MacaronsI can’t believe I’m already posting about Valentine’s Day. Where has January snuck away to? Hell, where did 2016 go?! Am I the only one that feels like time is just flying? I think it’s an age thing. A sign of getting older. And wiser. Or that’s just what “they” tell us to make aging an easier pill to swallow. It doesn’t really help much. But some things do help…like subliminal food messages. And Valentine’s day is the perfect holiday to sneak a cheeky little message into the hands of your friends, family, co-workers, or the hot guy or girl you’ve been eyeing for weeks.

DIY Valentine's Day Message MacaronsV-day is usually associated with love, gifts, and my favorite part….SUGAR. Today’s post has all of that wrapped up in one tasty little package.

I’m all about an edible gift, especially if it’s one that reminds me that I’m a babe as I’m eating it. Am I right?

And you’re in luck, because I’m sharing a fun tutorial for these DIY Valentine’s Day message macarons today. They couldn’t be easier to put together and are soooo cute!

Plus, for the single peeps in your life, if you ask me, sugar is a perfect substitution for a date. Dates are overrated. Macarons are not.

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Glazed Donut Bread Pudding with Vanilla Glaze

Jan 16 2017 by Leave a Comment

If you’re anything like me, and find any excuse to eat dessert for breakfast, this recipe for glazed donut bread pudding is going to be your meal of choice!

Glazed Donut Bread Pudding with Vanilla GlazeI must confess, I’m a donut freak. Any time, any place, any day, I’m always down for a donut. But a dozen…? Yep, (insert heart eyes emoji here) I’m definitely there. And that’s exactly what today’s post is all about. A dozen glorious glazed donuts! But not just your regular old glazed donuts. Oh, no. I’m transforming them into something even better, if that’s even a possibility. I’m sharing the recipe for glazed donut bread pudding with vanilla glaze. Oh. Yeah. Baby.

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Affogato Recipe

Jan 13 2017 by Leave a Comment

Using only two ingredients, ice cream and espresso, create the perfect after dinner treat. Check out this easy and delicious Affogato recipe!

Affogato RecipeWinter usually includes a lot of hot cocoa, baked pies, warm crumbles, and gooey molten cakes. What it usually doesn’t include is ice cream. I’m not sure about you guys, but I don’t tend to discriminate when it comes to ice cream. Any time of day, any season, and usually even in any dessert too. With today’s post, I figured that I’d marry the two together to make the idea of ice cream in January a little more tolerable for those of you that like to stick to cold weather dessert essentials. You know…ease you into the idea of cold weather ice cream. 😉  The perfect winter treat…? Affogato. And it just so happens that today, I’m sharing an easy Affogato recipe! (Seriously….I’m talking two ingredients. So, yes, super easy).

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DIY Zodiac Appetizer Plates

Jan 11 2017 by Leave a Comment

Using a few simple supplies you can create these awesome DIY zodiac appetizer plates to serve at your next gathering or give as a gift to a friend!

DIY Zodiac Appetizer PlatesWhat’s your sign? No, that’s not me giving you a cheesy pick up line. Whether you believe in astrology or not, most people do know what their zodiac sign is. And it’s exactly what you’ll need to know to make today’s DIY zodiac appetizer plates!

The word “zodiac” is usually always tied to astrology, but did you know that it holds a place in astronomy, too? The zodiac is actually 12 different constellations that lie along the annual path of the sun. The constellations are patterns that were seen in the sky and are associated with ancient Greek culture. I’m definitely not an expert when it comes to the history of our zodiac charts or constellations or if they actually make any sense, but whether you believe in your zodiac signs and constellations or not, they do still make some pretty cute appetizer plates. And these DIY zodiac appetizer plates are actually a cinch to make too! What’s not to love about that?!

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