Start a fun tradition by celebrating Christmas in July! Bring the magic of Christmas time to your house this summer! Celebrate Christmas in July It’s no secret I am a huge fan of Christmas. Every year, my Christmas tree has been making its appearance earlier and earlier in the season. Last year, my tree was…
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Cherry Tomato Bisque with Pesto Provolone Grilled Cheese
Creamy grape tomato bisque with pesto provolone grilled cheese is a perfect summertime meal that combines all the seasonal flavors. This easy vegetarian meal kicks this classic dish up a notch! Roasted tomato soup Eating soup in the summertime in Florida sounds like a bad idea. BUT it’s literally always summertime here and I love…
Southern Low Country Boil With Cajun Lemon Butter
This easy one-pot seafood dinner is packed with fresh Gulf shrimp, blue crab, crawfish, cajun sausage, potatoes, sweet corn, beer, and loads of seasoning! Grab a cold one and start cracking those craw daddies open! What’s a low country boil (Frogmore Stew)!? Growing up in Massachusetts, I know all about seafood. While we have a…
Maple and Pecan Crusted Rack of Lamb
Maple syrup and pecans encrust a juicy rack of lamb. A pinch of fresh rosemary and dijon mustard makes this lamb dish phenomenal! Crusted rack of lamb Can you believe Easter is almost here?! Holidays are so magical for our family, especially with our toddlers. Evelyn and Cortland are STILL talking about Santa and his…
Pancake Breakfast Board
Fluffy buttermilk pancakes and every topping you can dream of! This pancake breakfast board is such a fun brunch idea! Pancake Party Ideas You know your day is going to be great when they start with fluffy buttermilk pancakes 4 ways! My dear friend Hannah forever changed the pancake game when she introduced me to…
Authentic Italian Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce
Fresh heirloom tomatoes and basil straight from the garden gives this classic Italian pasta sauce a fresh and delicious flavor! Old fashion Italian spaghetti sauce Spring is in full bloom here in Florida which means fresh produce from the Palafox Market! Heirloom tomatoes are my favorite thing to pick up. They are juicy, sweet, and…
Shrimp and Tortellini with Beurre Blanc
Every good dish starts with butter, which is why this tortellini with shrimp and beurre blanc sauce is delicious! Gulf Shrimp Recipe Are you really from New England if you don’t like seafood? I grew up eating all sorts of traditional Massachusetts seafood dishes, but I was absolutely delighted when I moved to Pensacola and…
Instant Pot Beef Ragu
This easy Instant Pot Beef Ragu is rich, hearty, and your new favorite Italian dish! Tender and juicy beef is pressure cooked in crushed tomatoes and fresh herbs, then tossed in al dente pasta. Topped with parsley and freshly grated parmesan cheese, this Italian comfort food is deliziosa! Beef Ragu Sauce Made Easy Oh, hey,…
Antipasto Quinoa Salad
Antipasto Quinoa Salad is packed with all the best flavors of Italy! Salami, pepperoncini, and artichokes build the quinoa bowl before being topped with a white wine vinaigrette. Build your own Antipasto Quinoa Bowl In my culture, eating is what we do best. It’s no surprise Italians invited a meal to happen BEFORE the meal!…
White Wine Vinaigrette
White Wine Vinaigrette is made quickly by blending robust olive oil, white wine, vinegar, and parmesan cheese. This easy salad dressing is full of zesty Italian flavor! White Wine Vinaigrette With Lemon I haven’t bought salad dressing in years. I really like maximizing my grocery budget by using what I have on hand to create…