Easter Appetizer: Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Crostini ~Bishcotti

Isn’t it funny that a piece of toast can fancy up a meal? It’s just the right finishing touch to a hot, steamy cioppino, or the perfect partner to a thick, creamy soup. Toast goes beyond an indulgent breakfast–it’s a snack at any time, a party appetizer, and a dinner pairing. Just think bruschetta with…

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Easter Side Dish: Hasselback Au Gratin Potatoes ~Frugal Hausfrau

I have a little secret. I’ve been holding out on you. See, I’ve been making these Hasselback Scalloped Potatoes for months now and never posted them. They’re amazing, they’re gorgeous and they’re amazing. Oh, I said that already. Well, I can’t say it enough. via Hasselback au Gratin Potatoes — Frugal Hausfrau

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Easter Breakfast Idea: Breakfast Bagel Bake ~Life Just Happens

This is a great breakfast casserole for the holidays or a brunch. You make it the night before and let it sit overnight in the refrigerator. Just throw the dish in the oven the next morning. Serve with some fruit and some muffins or danish, mimosas and some coffee. In no time you have brunch. […]…

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Erdäpfelsuppe- Austrian Potato Soup ~The Domestic Man

To truly understand the beauty of Erdäpfelsuppe, I’m going to run you through a quick language lesson. When Columbus first encountered the indigenous peoples of the Caribbean in the late 15th century, they presented him with the sweet potato–batata in the Taíno language–which he first brought to Europe. But on subsequent trips, explorers returned with […]…

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Easter Preparations: Raspberry Orange Ham Sauce ~The Thankful Heart

Hi there– Just pulled the last of the Easter ham leftovers out of the freezer. The thing about leftovers is that they don’t seem so sad if you give them a little extra trimmings to make them seem not-so-leftover. Do you know what I mean? So to wake up this dish, we splashed on a […]…

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Corned Beef & Cabbage Egg Rolls with Avocado Creme ~Grit & Pinecones

Ditch the green beer this year and try these Ten Irish-Inspired Recipes for St Patrick’s Day! Whether you are looking for an authentic Irish recipe or just a fun Irish-inspired recipe these ten easy and delicious recipes will make you wish it was St Patrick’s Day all year long. From Traditional Irish Soda Bread from […]…

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Chocolate Stout Cupcakes with Stout Buttercream

This is my very first blog post: Date: 2/28/14. While I haven’t changed a word I did add a few additional photos. How time flies… 🙂 One needn’t be a beer fan to become one of these luscious, spongy delights. These Chocolate stout or Guinness chocolate cupcakes are dense, flavorful and moist. The frosting, also […]

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Slow Cooker Guinness Beef Stew ~The Pudge Factor

Slow Cooker Irish Guinness Beef Stew is comfort food at its best. It boasts tender chunks of beef with potatoes and carrots braised in a rich Guinness-infused gravy. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! via Slow Cooker Irish Guinness Beef Stew — The Pudge Factor

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