Throwback Thursday, Magic Parmesan Garlic Butter Potatoes

The other day HHjr came home with groceries to make dinner~ Cornish hens, Brussels sprouts, a bag of Yukon Gold potatoes, and Kerry Gold Garlic & Herb butter “I’m going to make your Magic Potatoes with this butter” he said “Wow, sounds great, thank you!” I replied… AND let me tell you, these were amazing!!! … Continue reading

Party Panache, Last Minute Super Bowl & Valentine Food Ideas

Pinterest is full of football charcuterie boards and heart shaped food this week I’ve seen soo many great last minute ideas for these occasions, I want to share a few just in case you need some last minute inspirations! If you want to do a last minute football board for the Super Bowl game tonight, … Continue reading

Party Panache, One Appetizer Menu adapted for 3 different occasions!

Did you go out for New Year’s Eve? I like to stay cozy at home with family and instead of dinner, we like to nibble and nosh throughout the evening, watching the festivities and football on TV We had a holiday appetizer party in December that came together quickly using easy, delicious appetizers With just … Continue reading

Party Panache, Team Pride, Southern Favorite Recipes for the National Championship

I know everyone is focusing on New Year’s Resolutions, dealing with life in this pandemic, and trying to stay sane in this political turmoil… but here in Alabama, we are focused on the National Championship game tomorrow night! We love to go all out for Alabama games, but with safe socializing in mind and the … Continue reading

Party Panache, Easy Ideas for Football Gatherings

Football season is big around here, and even though this year our gatherings will be very small and safe, we are still going to enjoy football food and cheer for our favorite teams! A big game for our family is coming up this weekend, Alabama vs Ole Miss DD went to Ole Miss and HHjr … Continue reading

Party Panache, 20 Super Star Recipes & Ideas for Super Bowl Sunday!

Next Sunday is the Super Bowl Whether you’re a football fan or not, it’s always fun to see the wacky new commercials I hear that Planter’s is going to kill Mr. Peanut this year… 😱 We love any excuse for a party around here, and our favorite way to serve food is a buffet of … Continue reading

Party Panache, Let’s Talk Football!

  Okay, so now that football season is officially underway, let’s talk about some ways to make the season memorable with unique party ideas and yummy noshes!       Make a flower arrangement in your team’s colors… I made this arrangement for the Alabama {red & white} vs Ole Miss {red & blue} game … Continue reading

Party Panache, Breezy Easy Party Recipes and Shortcuts!

Many prayers for the Bahamas, Florida, and the whole East US coast as they deal with Hurricane Dorian…we were lucky this time and didn’t have anything but sunshine and fun on the Gulf Coast for Labor Day… We had 20 at our house for dinner Friday and Saturday night,  I tried to make it as … Continue reading

The Organized Life, The September Paint Bucket

  Although it will still feel like summer in Alabama until mid October or so, my thoughts for September are all about fall flavors and traditional Autumn food When I started seeing maple recipes popping up on Pinterest, my mouth started watering I quickly decided Maple would be the flavor of the month! There are … Continue reading

Party Panache, Sweet & Savory Fig Canapes

This is going to be my go to party bite this fall Wonderfully sweet fig jam paired with savory Manchego cheese All tucked in between 2 layers of flaky puff pastry Not only do they taste divine The prep is simple You can have them in the oven just 5 minutes Manchego is a wonderful … Continue reading