Happy Birthday Blush & Basil!

Wow! How has it been two years already?! I started this blog as a way to share recipes I made with friends and family. I had no idea it would turn into what it did. I’m grateful for all the support and continued feedback! Thank you for subscribing and following me on social media. You’ve…

Southern Deviled Eggs

It’s been years since we’ve lived in the south. But, I still talk about Charleston and the food of Charleston often. I miss it so much and can’t wait to go back to visit. One of my favorite appetizers from Charleston was southern style Deviled Eggs. Before living there I didn’t know they were even…

Mini S’more Sandwiches

Happy Sunday! Hope everyone is enjoying the holiday weekend! These quick and easy s’more sandwiches are perfect for your Labor Day BBQ. They take about 15 minutes to make and they will get eaten even quicker! 😊 Ingredients: 1 Jar Marshmallow Fluff 1 cup chocolate chips 2 packages graham crackers, broken into individual pieces. Directions:…

Jalapeno Popper Wonton Cups

It’s been a busy day in the kitchen today! I spent all day cooking up some new recipes. I didn’t know which to post first so, I did a poll on twitter (if you don’t follow me yet click here). Well, you voted and so today’s recipe is Jalapeno Popper Wonton Cups. It’s a quick…

Stuffed Peppers Two Ways (Meat Eaters & Vegetarian)

Happy Wednesday! Last night I made stuffed peppers and instead of making the same ones I usually make (see previous recipe if curious) I added more ingredients for some extra flavor. Boy, am I glad I did that. They turned out so good! And so easy. I made two different kinds. One stuffed with meat…

Buffalo Ranch Lettuce Wraps

Happy Saturday! It has been a busy summer here! A few weeks ago I made this recipe and since then I think we've had them 3 times. Haha! They are so good!! It's a quick recipe that you can make for lunch or dinner. You can even make it ahead for lunch the next day….

Healthy Fried Pickles

Happy Sunday! It’s about a 115 degrees out today. So we have been staying in the a/c all day. What’s a better excuse to cook than being stuck inside all day? So today’s recipe is inspired by one of our favorite appetizers, fried pickles. Instead of making regular fried pickles I wanted to try to…

Taco Pizza

Happy Taco Tuesday! The best day of the week in my book. 😏 Instead of regular tacos I turned it into a pizza. Two of the best things, together? I know. Your taste buds will thank you I promise. So let’s get started!  Ingredients:  I pre-made pizza crust (my favorite is the ones from Costco) …

Turkey Meatball Sub

Hi everyone!  It’s been a busy few weeks with moving and getting settled! But we are finally unpacked and I’m back in the kitchen cooking. The other night I had no idea what I wanted to make for dinner. This is usually when I come up with a recipe because I just find random things…

Pink Lemonade Sangria

This is a perfect Sangria for this hot summer weather. Lemons are one of my favorites to cook with, because you can make food or drinks with them! This Sangria is a tangy and sweet lemonade that tastes as good as it looks!  Ingredients: 1 liter Cranberry Ginger Ale  1 bottle Reisling  2 liters fresh…