Summer Days

“some of the best memories are made in flip flops” Kellie Elmore The month of August is bittersweet; we still get to enjoy the lazy days of summer but, we have to soon get back to reality. I always dreaded the end of the summer when my children were young. It meant we had to…

Chicken and Vegetables

“the kitchen is the heart of the home” Tonight we decided to stay home for dinner. We usually go out on the weekends, but it’s been such a beautiful weekend that we just wanted to stay close to home and enjoy our backyard. As you know, Ronnie always has ideas for dinner; so for tonight…

Stefanie’s Summer Corn Salad

“’cause a little bit of summer is what the whole year is about” john meyer While I was looking through my recipes, I found my families favorite corn salad. I wanted to make something refreshing and easy, There are many ways of making this , but this is my favorite. I hope you like it….

Countertop Tomato Sauce

“life is a combination of magic and pasta” federico fellini This is the easiest and most delicious recipe I make in the summer. You get to taste all of the summer grown vegetables and herb. It is definitely a “must make” in the summer. I knew that this Sunday wasn’t going to be with all…

Summertime – Shrimp Scampi

“made with love” I make shrimp scampi all year long, but there is something about making it in the summer. When I’m in the beach area like I was today, I’ll buy a couple of pounds of shrimp on my way home. 2 or 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 – 4 tablespoons butter (more or…

Mozzarella and cherry tomatoes

“Where there is food… there is love” Summer, the best time of year for fresh vegetables. This recipe is a must have in the summer with the fresh tomatoes and fresh basil. It’s easy and delicious! 2 – pints of cherry tomatoes, halved handful of fresh basil 2 – 8 oz. mozzarella balls, cut up…

Everyones Favorite BLT Pasta Salad

“every summer has its own story” This pasta salad is the most requested food at our annual 4th of July party. In fact, my family starts asking me to make this in the beginning of summer. The combination of bacon, cherry tomatoes and the dressing makes it so good you want seconds. It’s been said…

Father’s Day

“dads know a lot but grandpas know everything” Father’s day, a day to celebrate all the wonderful dads. I have so many great memories of my dad and was fortunate to live close to him, not one day would go by without talking to him. My kids are just as fortunate with their dad; Ronnie…