recipe roundup

Recipe Roundup for the Super Bowl

February 4, 2016 by Asharae Leave a Comment

The Big Game is this weekend and guess what? Our Panthers are playing!! We are so excited to cheer them on with friends on Sunday!

Now, if it weren’t for our team being in the game, I’d usually say the Super Bowl is all about the food and the commercials – am I right? I mean, I love a good football game, but I just miiiight just love good snacks even more.

Below I’ve collected some of my favorite EASY recipes for serving to friends and family. Whether you’re cheering on the Panthers or the Broncos this weekend, or you’re just joining in for the food, these easy recipes are sure to make your Super Bowl experience much more delicious!

Slow Cooker Chili – When cooking for a big group of people (or even a small one) I love making something that requires little effort, but has a big payoff. This chili recipe is perfect for serving a large crowd easily! You can substitute ground turkey, or even leave out the meat entirely for a vegetarian option. You just throw everything in the crock pot in the morning and it’ll be ready by game time!

Slow Cooker Corn Dip – This corn dip is currently one of my favorite recipes to make for friends because it always gets rave reviews. My favorite thing is catching someone camped out by the food with their plate of chips, eating straight from the crock pot. This dip is super easy and completely delicious. If you have a smaller slow cooker it’s perfect for this recipe. You can always double or triple the batch and use a regular-sized slow cooker if you’re really serving a huge group of friends!

Guacamole – What’s a Super Bowl party without guacamole?? Need I say more?

Blood Orange Strawberry Limeade – If you need a break from soda and beer at your Super Bowl get together, this is a refreshing alternative. Blood oranges are in season right now, so it’s the perfect time to pick a few up and make this delicious limeade. Make it the night before or in the afternoon before the game and refrigerate it till you’re ready to serve.

Salted Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – These cookies. Just make them. You’ll thank me later.

Recipe Roundup for a Springtime Brunch

May 8, 2015 by Asharae 2 Comments

You guys! Spring is here! Around our house that means planting the garden, drinking our coffee on the porch in the morning, going strawberry picking just down the road, looking forward to fresh produce and summertime meals, and preparing for a hefty wedding season this year. We’ve already got four under our belts and can hardly believe how fortunate we are that we get to celebrate with so many extraordinary couples this year.

While we’re preparing for a full season of celebrating some of the best around, we’re also trying to make time to slow down and savor each day. Over the weekend we found a fantastic collection of big band music on old records. We got 10 records for $2. Seriously. I was cracking up at ourselves yesterday morning as we got up and opened the windows, made coffee, put on a record, and played big band music out onto our front yard as we weeded and watered our little garden. It sounds so ridiculous and idyllic, but starting the day in this way forced us to slow down rather than rushing straight into emails and editing.

On the increasingly rare occasion that we’re home with no plans on a weekend, we love to savor our time by waking up slowly and making a delicious breakfast or brunch together. Since Mother’s Day is this weekend and all manner of bridal showers and baby showers are just around the corner, I figured it was the perfect time to round up a few of my favorite brunch recipes and ideas! Perhaps this weekend you could treat someone (or a whole lot of someones) to a delicious brunch! Whatever you do, I encourage you to slow down and savor it all.

Strawberry Banana Peach Smoothie – Who doesn’t love having a smoothie with breakfast? Make a big batch of these for your guests, and serve them in pretty glasses with fun striped straws if you want to fancy-up your meal.

Simple Granola – This granola would be a perfect addition to a make-your-own breakfast parfait station! It’s perfect served alongside Greek yogurt, fresh or dried fruit, and local honey. I can already picture this parfait station – it’s a pretty little table all dressed up for a bridal shower, baby shower, or Mother’s day, of course! Use cute little parfait glasses and serve all the fruit, granola, and extra add-ins in pretty bowls on the side!

Overnight Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Cream Cheese Icing – These overnight cinnamon rolls are perfect if you want your guests to think you got up in the wee hours of the morning to make cinnamon rolls for them! You and I will know that you actually got to sleep in! Make these the night before, place them in the fridge, let them warm up and rise a bit in the morning, pop them in the oven and you’re good to go!

Simple Breakfast Tacos – Instead of a sweet brunch, take a savory route! Create a breakfast taco bar – whip up some scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausage, and serve with tortillas and your favorite taco fixings. Let your guests assemble their own breakfast tacos and everyone will be happy!

What are some of your favorite things to make for brunch? Have any favorite recipes or good tips? Share with me in the comments below!

Recipe Roundup for Cinco de Mayo

May 1, 2015 by Asharae Leave a Comment

You guys. What happened to April? Somehow it’s the first of May and Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner! I love any excuse to eat delicious food, and I figured what better time than now to round up some of my favorite Mexican-inspired dishes to celebrate!

Slow Cooker Barbacoa Pork Tacos – These tacos can easily take center stage at your Cinco de Mayo fiesta. They require little prep time, make your entire house smell heavenly, and your friends will be asking you for the recipe before they leave.

Pico de Gallo – This classic pico recipe is a favorite in our kitchen. I’m counting the days till we have fresh tomatoes from our garden so I can mix up a batch of this flavorful salsa!

Roasted Corn Salsa – If you’re looking to step up your salsa game, check out these two recipes for roasted corn salsa. My favorite is the one with roasted red bell peppers. So good.

Guacamole – Who can say no to guacamole? This recipe is delicious and totally adaptable to suit your taste buds. Want to add more heat or more lime? Go right ahead!

Grapefruit Margarita – What’s a Cinco de Mayo party without margaritas? Save yourself the hassle and the crowds at the local bar scene (can you tell I’m an introvert?) and make these delicious drinks at home!

Do you have any favorite dishes you enjoy making to celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Perhaps a fantastic fajita recipe or a refreshing margarita? Share it with me below! I’m always up for trying new recipes!