Created around the turn of the century (1902), this classic Cuban drink -- the Cuba Libre -- uses simple ingredients. ...
party food
Mojitos and Cigars
Throw the perfect Cuban Themed party with my easy tips, tricks, recipes, and must-haves! My husband and I love Cuban food. We also love game night so when it was our turn to host, we knew we wanted to throw a Cuban themed party like no ...
Apple Mojito
Good News! Mojitos don't have to end just because summer is over! This version is made with vodka but you can use rum if you'd like. Apple juice and especially apple cider are fall favorites in my house so this was a good fit for ...
Baked Chicken Tenders
Baked Chicken Tenders are very soft and tender with just the right amount of crunch from the outer coating and are ready in about 15 minutes. ...
Salmon Rillettes Spread
Salmon Rillettes is a French-Canadian appetizer spread that uses buttery salmon and is the perfect appetizer or addition to any charcuterie platter. ...
Mexican Macaroni Salad
It's important to me to be able to have some quick meals to put together to get me out of the kitchen and back into quality time with my family. This Mexican Macaroni Salad does just that. Ready in the time it takes to cook the pasta, this salad is ...
Individual Strawberry Shortcake Trifles
Strawberry Shortcake Trifle is the perfect warm-weather dessert! I anxiously await the beginning of strawberry season each year - we just love strawberries. This year, the strawberry season came early! We had a bit of warmer weather in January ...
Gnocchi in Pomodoro Sauce
There’s nothing like a simple and delicious tomato sauce over pillowy, soft gnocchi. Top with fresh Parmesan cheese and this dish is out of this world delicious. Gnocchi in Pomodoro Sauce; it's what's for dinner. Yum. It ...
Spinach Puffs
Spinach Puffs make an easy and elegant appetizer for Holiday entertaining. These can be prepared a day or two in advance and then baked off just before the party. Ready in just 12 minutes, these Spinach Puffs make entertaining easy! ...
Brownie Cheesecake
At the holidays, I like to offer guests a variety of options. This applies to the main meal and all the trimmings, as well as my selection of appetizers, and it's certainly true for dessert, too. This Brownie Cheesecake can be topped in a variety of ...