This recipe is special to Vicki and her family. She said, “Cheese Fondue in our family means Christmas Eve, intimate gatherings, or just special friends. We started making cheese fondue when we lived in Europe and are still using the same fondue pot we purchased in Switzerland 22 years ago. The secret […]
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Easy Fettuccine Salad with Arugula and Prosciutto
Make Ahead Side Dish – Asparagus
Pretzel Chicken Strips
This is one of those recipes. A recipe where whenever or wherever it is served, people must have it. Maybe it’s the crunch of the pretzel coating, or the tenderness of the chicken, or the delicious flavor combinations of the mustard sauce, but it is a 100% crowd pleaser. One of the pluses of this […]
A Perfect Dinner Salad For 2 or 20
Foolproof Deviled Eggs
Aussie Shrimp & Avocado
The Buffet Table Decoded
A large dinner buffet at your home does not have to overwhelm! Having basic party essentials on hand ensures a well-functioning, simple buffet celebration. Purchase white dinner plates and you will save a ton of money otherwise spent on buying paper party goods. Yes, it does mean that you will have more dishes to […]
Magnificent Manhattan on the Rocks
Dash of bitters 1/2 oz. of sweet vermouth 2 oz. of bourbon Maraschino cherry garnish This is another cocktail from Skip. We thought it was a very “American” drink and will help to round out your simple celebrations during this 4th of July holiday weekend. Put ice in a short cocktail glass. Pour in alcohol […]
Make Ahead Decadent Angel Food Dessert
Fresh Corn and Asparagus – A Great Fresh Side Dish
Twice Baked Potatoes
Make Ahead Crowd Pleasing Breakfast Casserole
Homemade Crunchy Granola
Panna Cotta Dessert With An American Twist
Rice Pilaf – The Perfect Starch
Healthy Black Bean Salad
Grilled Herb Pork Tenderloin … So Good … Too Easy
Grilled Pineapple – A Succulent Side Dish
During our recent vacation with friends and family, one night we had grilled pineapple as part of the dinner. It was so popular, that any time a person would go to the store, they picked up another pineapple – resulting in three dinners with a side of grilled pineapple. One of our friends even had […]
Fantastic Fish Tacos
Guacamole … A Fiesta Crowd Pleaser!
3-2-1 Hit the Floor Margaritas
The origin of the 3-2-1 in the recipe’s title refers to the proportions of the liquids required, however, over time, it has been modified to make a pitcher full. We added hit the floor to the title because they are potent! This recipe requires lots of fresh limes, but calls for no sugar or syrups, […]
Cupcakes for Any Simple Celebration
Best Chocolate Brownies – Ever!
Pepperoni Pizza and Ham and Cheese Spiral Bites
Party on a Stick … Greek Style
Spicy Spanish Tortilla with Sausage and Potatoes ¡Olé!
Humdinger of a Hummus Recipe
Tuna Wonton Anyone?
Wow your guests with this simple, colorful recipe! Serving this dish with wonton crisps not only keeps the calorie count low, but it also allows the delicate taste of the tuna to shine through. What’s more, by chopping all ingredients early the day of the party (except for the avocado which you chop right before […]
Setting Up the Bar
Entertaining can be stress-free if you are organized and start your set up early. Let’s say you are going to host a 20 person party with drinks, appetizers, and dessert. Setting up the bar is simple once you have some basic supplies on hand: 8′ Folding Table with Tablecloth (colored plastic coated is easy […]