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Spring Cocktail: Tequila Honeysuckle

*By: Christi Shingara* Want a refreshing, spring-inspired cocktail? A Tequila Honeysuckle is the perfect concoction to wake up your taste buds and put some spring in your step. This tasty drink mixes the tartness of lime with the sweetness of honey proving that these two ingredients were a match made in heaven! You can enjoy…

Easy Shepherd’s Pie

*By: Megan Deppen* If you are looking for an easy-to-make comfort food, this Easy Shepherd’s Pie recipe will not disappoint! The ground beef adds an American twist to this classic British and Irish dish. Top it off with mashed potatoes and bake it to perfection and believe me you will be coming back for seconds.…

St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail: Irish Mule

*By: Christi Shingara* St. Patrick’s Day is here and this year’s celebrations are going to happen like no other especially since the last few years have been a bust due to Covid restrictions. Instead of the typical green beer and endless pints of Guinness it’s time to try something a little more sophisticated. The Irish…

Chocolate-Peanut Butter Cheesecake

*By: Linz Bordner* Two of my favorite things are peanut butter and cheesecake, so I was on the search for a showstopper recipe, and I think I’ve found it! This recipe uses chocolate graham crackers for the crust and incorporates both heavy and sour cream into the cheesecake, which makes for a rich and creamy…

Hot Chocolate Bourbon Drink

*By: Christi Shingara* Yess, winter is still here, but hopefully, not for much longer! Besides being sick of the treacherous weather, what I do enjoy about the long, cold season is a tasty winter cocktail and nothing is better than some hot chocolate with a little sumpin’ sumpin’ in it like bourbon. It’s the perfect…

The Health Benefits of Chicken Noodle Soup

*By: Christi Shingara* There is nothing like a hot bowl of chicken noodle soup, especially when you have a cold. But what is the “magic” in chicken noodle soup that helps us get through the worst of our illnesses? In Southeast Asia, where chicken noodle soup originated 7,000 years ago, they believed it was medical…

Air Fryer Review

*By: Megan Deppen* Do you find yourself short on time to a cook a decent and satisfying meal during the week? If the answer is yes, then you may consider purchasing an air fryer. You may have seen air fryers on the shelves at every major retail chain, especially around the holidays, but maybe you…

3-Ingredient Coconut Macaroons

*By: Christi Shingara* Looking to make a dessert that looks more complicated than it really is and impress your guests? Then this is recipe for you! Coconut macaroons look like a fancy confection that require intricate ingredients and a lot of time and patience, but the fact is, these three ingredient macaroons have minimal ingredients…

Instant Pot Beef Chili

*By: Christi Shingara* Soup weather is upon us, and there’s nothing like coming in from the cold and sitting down to a piping hot bowl of chili. This particular dish is made in the Instant Pot and is my favorite way to make chili. My family prefers a milder chili, however you can determine the…

Instant Pot Pork & Sauerkraut

*By: Megan Deppen* My husband and I are ringing in 2022 by making our annual pork and sauerkraut Instant Pot recipe. If you’re not from Pennsylvania, you may be really confused as to why this is a traditional New Year’s dish. This is a traditional dish that originated from the Pennsylvania Dutch and it’s meant…

Peppermint Stick Ice Cream Pie

*By: Megan Deppen* One of my favorite family traditions growing up was dining at our uncle’s restaurant for Christmas Eve dinner. Not only was cousin fun and delicious food part of the nostalgia, but I also remember being so excited for the holiday dessert special, which was peppermint stick ice cream pie. If you enjoy…

Decadent Chocolate Pie

*By: Christi Shingara* If you need an easy and delicious dessert to make for the holidays this is it! It is a chocolate lovers dream with a silky richness that will make this dessert the hit of the party! Homemade crust or frozen crust can be used and if you want to give it an…

Sunday Pot Roast

*By: Megan Deppen* When the seasons change and the colder weather sets in, I crave a cozy and comforting meal and this delicious Sunday Pot Roast delivers just that. It’s simple and quick to prepare and the meat and vegetables will melt in your mouth. The best part is you’ll most likely have leftovers to…

Fun Lunch Ideas for Kids!

*By: Linz Bordner* The school year is in full swing and if packing your child’s lunch has got you singing the “Lunch Box Blues”, trying some new, healthy options can help keep things fun and interesting. The key to packing a balanced lunch they’ll want to eat is including a variety of food groups and…

Sweet and Savory Pumpkin Muffins

*By: Megan Deppen* One of my favorite things about fall is pumpkin season and these pumpkin muffins will not disappoint! With the perfect balance of spices and sweetness, these muffins will satisfy your next pumpkin craving. The secret ingredient is coconut oil, which keeps the muffins moist, so you don’t have to worry about them…

Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

*By: Christi Shingara* Apple cider is one of my favorite seasonal drinks and also makes for a tasty cocktail when mixed with a little bourbon and ginger beer. This drink is super refreshing and is the ideal fall beverage for any get together! Ingredients: 1 ounces bourbon2 ounces apple cider1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice2 ounces…

Slow Cooker Homemade Beef Vegetable Soup

*By: Christi Shingara* There’s nothing like coming in from the cold and enjoying a hot bowl of beef vegetable soup. This recipe is a slow cooker success and guaranteed to be a family favorite! It’s packed with hearty vegetables, herbs and juicy beef stew meat, which makes this soup not only super delicious, but healthy…

Managing a Farmers Market: An Insider’s Story

*By: Christi Shingara* We all love our local farmers market, but did you ever want to know what it takes to manage one? I got a chance to sit down with Jackie Wood who manages the Saugerties Farmers Market in the Hudson River Valley. She talks about how she became a manager, some of her…

Smokin’ Ribs Pit Barrel Cooker Recipe

*By: Megan Deppen Are you craving some juicy, delicious smoked ribs? If the answer is yes, and you enjoy smoked foods, then this post is for you! This summer my husband was looking to replace our gas grill, but wasn’t exactly sure what to get since there is so much to choose from on the…

Easy Chocolate Chip Cake Mix Bars

*By: Christi Shingara* Need a delicious dessert in a pinch? Chocolate chip cake bars are my go-to! They are ready in less than an hour and do not require a lot of ingredients. I have made them for many years and always get so many compliments. I tweak the recipe from time to time and…

Mouthwatering Labor Day Burgers

*By: Megan Deppen* Labor Day is just around the corner and if you’re looking for a delicious and classic American burger recipe, make sure to add these burgers to your menu. They are incredibly flavorful and juicy and will satisfy your burger cravings. Enjoy and Happy Labor Day Weekend! Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds of ground…

Steak Sandwich with Caramelized Onions and Brie

*By: Linz Bordner* If you love steak sandwiches, you won’t want to pass this one up. Packed with so many incredible flavor combos such as tender and juicy meat, caramelized onions, creamy Brie cheese, and sweet fig jam, it’s definitely not your average steak sandwich! We paired the dish with some homemade tater tots, which…

Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches

By: Christi Shingara Ice cream season is still upon us and with the extreme heat and humidity I’ve found myself craving a familiar childhood treat…ice cream sandwiches! I went to my local grocery store to grab some and soon found out that the many boxes I picked up contained a long list of ingredients I…

Indulgent Vanilla Milkshake Recipe

*By: Megan Deppen* There’s nothing quite like a creamy and delicious milkshake to beat the summer heat. Once I started making homemade vanilla ice cream, I knew I had to try it in a milkshake recipe. My go-to is a simple vanilla milkshake that is smooth, luxurious, and anything but boring. Homemade ice cream definitely takes this milkshake to the…

The Real Roadrunner

*By: Christi Shingara* I first learned about Anthony Bourdain years ago in New York City when I was working at a bar on the Lower East Side and my manager at the time would talk endlessly about the show No Reservations on the Travel Channel. I never saw the show and soon forgot about our…

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