homemade & local eats
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Biscoff are some of my favorite cookies and I decided to kick it up a notch to make Biscoff white chocolate blondes! These bad boys are RICH in flavor and high in sugar content, so be careful around any kids – they’re super addictive! The Biscoff flavor helps cut some of the sweetness of the …
Summer means trying out new drink recipes, and I love using local, fresh ingredients in my recipes! I picked up some beautiful strawberries from the Old Monterey Farmers Market to make strawberry lemonade that’s refreshing and perfect for the summer. And if you’re looking to kick it up a notch, add your alcohol of choice …
Beat the heat with this simple and refreshing classic! Mojitos are a summer staple, and they couldn’t be easier to put together. Is it just me, or does fresh mint make everything better?
This delicious steak salad recipe couldn’t be better suited for the summer! The steak and peaches go so well together, and the dressing itself is super light and refreshing. Also, there’s plenty of room to add your own twists! I used shaved Parmesan, but feta or bleu cheese would be perfect, along with some walnuts …
Who said that tacos were only for Tuesdays?? These easy chicken tacos are super tasty any day of the week, and they couldn’t be easier to put together! They’re perfect for weekday meals where you might not have as much time to prepare lunch or dinner, and the disassembled ingredients keep for a few days …
Time to welcome the weekend (Friday counts 😂) with these super tasty lemon poppyseed doughnuts! They’re baked not fried, and they couldn’t be easier to make, which is good because they’ll go fast 😉
Summer is in FULL swing and popsicles are THE homemade treat to beat! I’m a huge sucker for ice cream and popsicles in the summer (let’s be real, at any point in the year) but the store-bought brands can come with a lot more sugar than you might expect. You can control the sugar content …
Start off your summer Thirsty Thursday right with this super simple sangria recipe! It takes 5 minutes to whip together, and it is sure to be a hit for summer parties (or happy hour after a long day at work, no judgement here.)
What better way to practice my flat lays than with this delicious caprese salad? This recipe is perfect for fresh summer tomatoes, and it couldn’t be easier to put together. The key is not skipping out on making the balsamic glaze! You can make it as an appetizer for hosting a bougie dinner party, but …
What’s summer without strawberry shortcake? This super simple recipe is sure to be a crowd pleaser, and the whole thing comes together in under 40 minutes! These buttermilk biscuits are super soft and fluffy, and go perfectly with sweet strawberries and cream. Be careful, you’ll want to make this daily!