College football season started this weekend, and we’re thinking about game time snacks. We love buffalo wings, but they’re not the easiest of appetizers to eat in front of the TV. This dip is a great way to combine the awesome taste of buffalo wings with the ease of a dip and chips. This recipe…
Blue Cheese, Roasted Garlic, and Spinach Pizza
Sometimes you just want to play with your food. I’m talking about experimenting with flavor combinations, of course. If you’re a regular reader, you know that’s one of my favorite things to do. I love experimenting with flavors. You might not always come up with a winning combination, but sometimes you’ll discover tastebud gold! As…
Honey-Mustard and Thyme Roasted Almonds
Honey-mustard is one of those time-tested, tried and true flavor combinations. But what happens when you kick up the flavor combination with a little dried thyme? Magic. That’s what. These roasted almonds are sweet and savory. They’re crunchy and chewy. They’re everything a roasted nut should be. They’re even a little gourmet - but without…
Baked Brie Bites
It’s the holiday season once more, and the holiday season means holiday parties. Crystal and I are fond of holiday gatherings. We’ve hosted quite a few in our time, and we usually serve a baked brie. Baked brie is awesome, but it isn’t the easiest thing to eat when you’re trying to socialize. If only…
Smoked Paprika Roasted Almonds
It’s the Holiday season (Cue Andy Williams singing in your head), and that means it’s time for another awesome nut mix! This mix is smoky and sweet and salty. It’s the perfect snack to leave on your table for your party guests. This snack does double duty, because almonds and honey are also really nutritious….
Corn Muffins
We are continuing our 2015 Christmas Giveaway! Enter below to win a slow-cooker just in time for the holidays. We’ve also got a super moist and flavorful corn muffin recipe to go with all of these great crock pot recipes we have and are going to share with you. The secret ingredient is creamed corn! …
{Philly Cheese Steak Jalapeno Poppers}
I like jalapeno poppers a lot. There’s something about the spicy goodness combined with the cool cream cheese that is just really great. My major problem with most jalapeno poppers is they batter and fry them. While the crunch can be nice, I don’t feel like it brings any flavor to the party. These little…
{Les Mis: The Popcorn of Angry Men} (Spicy Herb Popcorn)
I am so fricken excited to share this recipe with you today that I can’t hardly stand it! Jeff and I recently watched Les Miserables again, and we are still in awe of what an amazing movie/musical it is. This is the second installment of, and fourth recipe we have created for our “Nerd Food”…
Blue Cheese Honey Pinwheels
Some pretty magical flavor combinations can be crafted out of necessity. This recipe was born out of the need for a snack and the combination of what was in my fridge. You don’t have to be a chef to create. Experimenting with food and flavors is part of the fun of cooking. [Tweet “Experimenting with…
Chicken Spring Rolls with Rice Paper
Something about the summer brings on our desire to eat lighter foods. The heat can definitely dampen your appetite, and leave you wanting less. It’s also a time to enjoy the outdoors, which means…pick-nicks! These spring rolls are a lighter dish that’s easy to transport. They are also perfect for appetizers, pot lucks, and…
