A food blog for the rest of us
We all know and love the traditional Hot Toddy, don’t we? It’s that classic cocktail that we drink during the winter, or when we’re starting to get sick.
Well, this version replaces the whiskey with cognac. The result is an amazingly luxe drink that feels completely different.
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I am a huge fan of pulled pork. It’s really one of my favorite foods. Whenever I go get barbecue, it’s always what I order. But, you can make pretty good slow cooker pulled pork at home.
Now, it’s not going to have that delicious smoke ring, or that crusty edge that’s sooo good, but this is great for a Game Day gathering, or any ol’ evening at home.
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Spicy buffalo chicken seems to be a favorite of so many. It’s an easy way to dress up what can otherwise be plain, boring, and bland chicken. This slow cooker shredded spicy buffalo chicken dip is super easy, and sure to be a crowd pleaser.
How easy is it, you ask? You basically toss everything in your crockpot, and get on with your life. Who doesn’t want that? This makes a great weeknight meal, or is perfect for tailgating or a party.
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Artichoke dip seems to be a staple of any kind of gathering. There’s a reason for that – it’s delicious! There’s just something about it that is oh so satisfying. Artichoke dip seems to have that perfect ratio of cheesy goodness and saltiness to richness, and a little bit of that “Oh, I shouldn’t eat this but it’s so good!” feeling.
The good news is that this crockpot Four Cheese Artichoke Dip is oh so easy to make. You can practically toss the ingredients in a slow cooker and forget about it. It’s truly that easy to make.
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Shrimp always seems like a special occasion food to me. I’m not sure why. Perhaps it’s because shrimp was expensive when I was a kid, so we only had it on special occasions. Or only when we went out to eat. Whatever the reason, this Warm Garlic Parmesan Shrimp with Roasted Garlic Dip is a luxurious appetizer that feels really special.
There’s a secret, though. It’s so easy to make. This Warm Garlic Parmesan Shrimp with Roasted Garlic Dip involves almost no active prep time, and very little active cooking time.
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New Year’s Eve is a time for celebration. We celebrate the old, and ring in the new with a renewed excitement and energy, What could be coming ahead? It’s also a time that we tend to indulge, and a French 75 is perfect for that. Perhaps we indulge a little more than we should, but hey. The new year only comes around once a year, after all.
We’re ringing in the new year with a twist on the classic French 75 cocktail. I was first introduced to this classic drink on a trip to New Orleans. I was totally unfamiliar with the drink, but I quickly understood why it has stood the test of time. While many French 75 recipes call for gin, the original was made with cognac. Cognac adds a much deeper, richer flavor, and, let’s be honest, is a little fancier.
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