Compound butter is butter that has a flavor, or additional ingredients added to it. They are very easy to make and can have any number of flavors blended into them. The first step is to soften the butter to room temperature. Once it is soft, the desired ingredients can be added. I mean, how easy…
What in the world is Compound Butter?
Mud Play
This is what happens the first day of a thaw.
Buttermillk Mashed Potatoes
Let’s be honest folks, we all love the super creamy, full of butter and cream potatoes but they do not love us back in the long run so give this a try and save the other version for Thanksgiving. Now, stop whining. Okay, let’s compromise, if you need to, add a bit more buttermilk or…
Breakfast Crown Scramble
After seeing this post by 5-star foodie, I was reminded of a similar item that I used to make frequently but had forgotten about. I think this would be a wonderful Valentine’s item served with a mimosa, fresh fruit and a flower on the side. I tried to lighten it up a bit, but heck,…
Orla Kiely at Target
Have you gotten your Orla yet? I am spying these tumbliers for a fresh spring picnic.
Broccoli with garlic & red pepper
A classic side with some heat. Depending on how heavy you go on the garlic and red pepper, this dish that may scare away the vampires. Maybe not the best dish for V-day but a great one any other time. Ingredients: 8 oz. broccoli 1/3 cup water 1.5 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small clove…
Cars Cake for my Monkey
My boy is 3 today!
Tasty for Valentine’s Day
UPDATE: Youngest sick, I am exhausted. Will do extra posts tomorrow. I will be featuring some some tasty ideas this week that will stir up your romantic side and get you ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Keep checking in.
All Bride’s Party: Part I
A lovely friend of mine hosted a ‘bride’s party’ Saturday night. The concept was that all of us Mommy’s would shimmy ourselves into our original wedding gowns and have a lovely dinner and share stories/photos. Before I share more about the evening, I will share the pre-event. It was very sweet to get all dressed…