Category: Recipes


  • Basil Mojito

    Basil Mojito

    Here’s a new twist on the mojito – instead of using mint I changed it up a bit and used basil. This time of year there is an abundance of so many different kinds of basil plants – so why not take advantage of them. This cool refreshing drink is perfect for spring and summer…

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  • Cinco de Mayo Margarita

    I love my Cinco de Mayo Margarita recipe! Cinco de Mayo is quickly approaching just like everything else.  Time seems to be moving faster and faster.  Hold on – it’s like a roller coaster ride. You can either enjoy it or get sick! Hey, I haven’t been crazy about fast rides since my teenage years…

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  • Cream of Cauliflower Soup

    The kids and I woke up today feeling like we didn’t have a long enough spring break. Tyson got home on Friday from a long work week out of town and we partied all weekend long. Maybe that’s why I’m a little groggy today; too much partying. Friday night, Tyson took the family to our…

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  • Hurricane Cocktail for Fat Tuesday

    Hurricane Cocktail for Fat Tuesday! What’s Fat Tuesday? Fat Tuesday is the traditional name for the day before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. It is more commonly known as Mardi Gras, which is simply Fat Tuesday in French. It’s referring to the practice of the last night of eating rich, fatty foods before…

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