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Monthly Archives: May 2014

Healthy Grocery List: how to maximize what’s in your shopping cart all week with 20 recipe ideas

May 22, 2014by courtland crosswell mcbroom 3 Comments

I can’t tell you how many times I hear over and over how people go to the grocery store to buy fresh produce but end up wasting it. Either they live […]

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appetizers, gluten free, lunch, quick dinners, recipes under 30 minutes, salads, snacks, weight loss

Sir Kensington’s Taste Test + Grilled Chipotle Rosemary Flank Steak + Super Seasoned Sweet Potato Fries

May 21, 2014by courtland crosswell mcbroom 1 Comment

I arrived home last Friday afternoon to find a nice little package at my doorstep courtesy of Sir Kensington’s – “the divine alternative”, and it was divine indeed. Sir Kensington’s […]

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entertaining, gluten free, lunch, quick dinners, recipes under 30 minutes, reviews

Appetizer Alert: Dill Dip Cups + White Cheddar Chive Rosemary Spread

May 16, 2014by courtland crosswell mcbroom 1 Comment

In need of a few quick and pretty appetizers for this weekend? These two favorites have become a staple for entertaining at my house, especially the cheese spread. I used a […]

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appetizers, entertaining, party prep, recipes under 30 minutes, snacks

Italian Night: Classic Marinara And Meatballs

May 16, 2014by courtland crosswell mcbroom 3 Comments

I have grown up watching my incredible Italian grandmother (who could pass for being in her 60s) make delicious pasta with savory meatballs and marinara. This dish reminds me of my […]

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Italian recipes, pasta dishes

“A Night In Tuscany” Dinner Party… The Essentials + Recipes

May 11, 2014by courtland crosswell mcbroom 2 Comments

Since it’s Mother’s Day, I am dedicating this post to my incredibly loving mother who is in my opinion an exceptional host and entertainer. I have been fortunate enough to […]

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appetizers, entertaining, Italian recipes, party prep, quick dinners, salads

Trio of Mini Desserts: Peach Cobbler a la Mode, Raspberry Sorbet, and Chocolate Pot de Cremes

May 7, 2014by courtland crosswell mcbroom 1 Comment

As I have mentioned before, I am not the biggest baker… therefore only 1 out of  3 of these recipes requires an oven. I am a huge fan of ramekins […]

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entertaining, party prep, recipes under 30 minutes, sweet treats

Tex-Mex Tuesday // Cinco de Mayo Recap: Blackened Halibut + Mexican Corn

May 6, 2014by courtland crosswell mcbroom 5 Comments

Well… last night turned out to be way more eventful than my typical Monday evening – and I believe that the term “blackened” was taken much too literally in our […]

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gluten free, quick dinners, recipes under 30 minutes, Tex-Mex, weight loss

Spicy Kale Salad And Lightened Up Chicken Spaghetti

May 5, 2014by courtland crosswell mcbroom Leave a comment

Who doesn’t love a good pasta dish? – especially one of the classic’s – Chicken Spaghetti. This dish has been a go to for many families since the 1950’s – […]

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pasta dishes, quick dinners, salads

how to host… a little spring birthday party

May 2, 2014by courtland crosswell mcbroom 2 Comments

TGIF… thank god it’s Friday. What a week!! – John turned 27 on Tuesday, and we literally celebrated 3 nights in a row therefore today I am not feelin’ so […]

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appetizers, booze & bars, entertaining, party prep, recipes under 30 minutes, sweet treats

Tipsy Thursday: Hawaiian Happy Hour

May 1, 2014by courtland crosswell mcbroom 1 Comment

  Well congrats, we have made it to Thursday… which is basically the weekend (sort of) and that means it’s time to celebrate after work with a cocktail, and if […]

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booze & bars, entertaining

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