Easy Recipes

Easy Fondue

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Fondue is sexy! It reminds people of key parties (aka wife swappin’ get togethers) and a time when the country let down their hair and unfastened that top button. Fondue is great for a 50s, 60s, or 70s theme party and this easy recipe will please any crowd. (This recipe is an adaptation of one [...]

March 7, 2012 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

How to Grill Hamburgers

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Nothing beats a fiery charcoal grill for cooking hamburgers, but during the summer I like to cook outdoors for my family just about every night of the week, so my little “light up in seconds” gas grill is working over time! While my husband and most adults I know like a super thick meaty burger, [...]

July 6, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Grilled Chicken

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Ever since I received a portable gas grill, outdoor cooking with a great grilling recipe is my favorite cooking method every night of the week during the summer and when the weather is cooperating at other times of the year. So, here’s my method for a grilled chicken recipe using healthy boneless, skinless chicken breasts [...]

June 30, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

4th of July Snacks on a Stick

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Grab and go foods such as these snack on a stick ideas are great for the 4th of July as most parties are super casual. From a simple star-shaped watermelon to single s’mores marshmallow skewers to red, white, and blue chocolate dipped pretzel sticks, there’s something a little sweet, salty, and partiotic for everyone at our Fourth of July celebration. 4th of [...]

June 29, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Prosciutto, Melon, and Kiwi Appetizer

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Talk about fabulous color in an appetizer! The gorgeous color combo of soft brown prosciutto, light orange melon, and bright green kiwi absoutely jumps off the plate in this riduculously easy starter. 4 oz. thinly sliced prosciutto 1/2 of a very ripe cantaloupe 5 kiwi fruits wooden picks Tear prosciutto into 1-inch-by-4-inch strips. Peel cantaloupe [...]

April 26, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Baby Red Potatoes with Sour Cream and Caviar

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One of the easiest and most elegant recipes, this classic appetizer of baby red potatoes topped with sour cream and caviar is a great go-to for dinner parties. Top half with the caviar and the remainder with chopped chives for those who prefer the potatoes sans the salty little sea gems. 12 baby red potatoes [...]

April 26, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Irish Whiskey Balls (no-bake cookies)

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These deliciously soused no-bake cookies are my St. Patrick’s Day version of bourbon balls, both of which I did on the TODAY Show. Here’s the St. Pat’s video clip with guest co-host Olivia Munn sitting in for Kathie Lee Gifford. Munn was hilarious and a tad tipsy from too many balls and brew. 1 cup [...]

April 1, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Bourbon Ball No Bake Cookies

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My holiday hostess gift is always boozey cookies. Some times I make them into a Christmas tree (think croquembouche shape using a Stytofoam cone, toothpicks, and the ball cookies) and sometimes I packed them into a sweet little bag with a label urging, “Don’t eat and drive.” Seriously, they pack quite a punch, but they [...]

December 17, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Anise Pecan Yams

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These yams pack quite a punch. Sambuca gives this dish a sweet herbal edge with the essence of licorice. This recipe is featured in Toasty Thanksgiving Menu and Table Decor for 6 Guests. 5 lbs. yams, washed, peeled, cut into 1-inch chunks 1/3 cup Sambuca 1/2 cup chopped pecans, plus whole pecans for topping 1/4 [...]

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