Take-out Tuesday, Taco Lettuce Crunch Wrap

This is a lighter version of the popular Tex-Mex Crunch Wrap Supreme Instead of tortillas, the filling is wrapped in fresh crisp romaine lettuce, cutting some calories and making it a refreshing summer meal Tacos are super popular at my house  I think the common phrase, Taco Tuesday, was born because not only are tacos … Continue reading

Recipe Box, Grown-up Grilled Cheese

Grilled cheese sandwiches are one of the classic comfort foods As a child I ordered one everywhere we went to eat, My Dad even got fancy restaurants to make one for “picky eater me” There is nothing better than a Grilled Cheese Dipper with a warm bowl of soup Or a Perfect Grilled Cheese with … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Roasted Carrot Vegetable Soup with Grilled Cheese Dippers

We are still waiting for soup weather in Alabama, but this Roasted Carrot Soup from Jodi at the Creative Life In Between caught my attention and I couldn’t wait to try it And Grilled Cheese Dippers??? Yes please! This is actually a “clean out your fridge” type recipe, perfect for remains of this and that… … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, BBQ Chicken & Pineapple Wrap

I’m traveling this week and got back to the “city” to find that my modem got fried during a weekend thunderstorm, so please forgive me if I’m late visiting, commenting or replying for a few days until it’s fixed…HHjr actually rigged it to work yesterday, I’m so lucky, he’s just like his Dad, they can … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Sinful Sliders

Okay, I just realized I have been misspelling Worcestershire Sauce… 😱 I thought it had another H in there after the c…so if you’ve been wondering all this time why I keep spelling it like that, I am so sorry!!  I’m not going back into my recipe archives to change it in every single recipe … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Easy Weekend Meal Idea

I have to share my new favorite find with you for this week’s Take-out Tuesday Trader Joe’s Tzatzki Creamy Garlic Cucumber Dip It is so loaded with thin, fresh, cucumber slices you will think you made it yourself… Don’t have a Trader Joe’s nearby?  No problem! You can also easily make your own by adding … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Brioche Bites with Raspberry Mustard

Happy Valentine’s Day! You’ve heard the old sayings, “You eat with your eyes first,” and “Presentation is everything…” Well, that’s what this dish is all about, eye candy It’s just a simple ham and cheese sandwich Except it’s made with French brioche rolls And raspberry mustard And it’s cut into small pieces that are irresistible … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Ham & Cheese Pumpkin Pies

Have you caught pumpkin fever? I always get a serious case of it every fall  😷 You just can’t have too many pumpkins! We’re going to make some “pumpkin pies” today inspired by  Cranberry Pecan Pie Crust Leaves from Home is Where the Boat is.  See Mary’s beautiful leaves here Thin the crust by carefully … Continue reading

Recipe Box, The Marinara Sauce Mystery, and Stuffed Marinara Meatball Subs with Basil Pesto

me: “I’m going out  with the girls tonight…  💅  💄  💃  🍷  There’s leftover meatballs and marinara in the fridge you can heat up for  dinner” him: “Okay, how do I fix it?” me: “Just put it in a sauce pan and heat it up as you would soup, and toast the bread” him: “Okay, … Continue reading

Party Panache, Asparagus Party Sandwiches

Easy to make, a breeze to serve, sure to please because they are warm and creamy liked grilled cheese, and yes, they FREEZE! I make these often, and wrap and freeze extras before cooking.  For parties you can cut them into 4 triangles for an appetizer bite, or cut in 1/2 to serve with a … Continue reading