When I went to Hawaii I tried Macaroni Salad for the first time. For the most part, I really liked it but there were a few things I wanted to tweak and see if I could make it even better. And in my opinion, I did just that! So what's different about this macaroni salad than most? It's the dill. I really do not like sweet relish. I never have and I never will. But give me dill relish and I will put it on everything! So my macaroni salad is filled with dill and not sweet relish. And guess what? ...
Side Dishes
Darrel’s Salsa Dip
Growing up the one constant at every summer celebration was my step-dad's salsa dip. My step-dad, Darrel, made this dip all summer long. The first time would usually be Cinco De Mayo and it would continue until the fall. There was time he even made a little garden in our backyard so he could grow his own vegetables to use in his salsa. This man was serious about his salsa! Today, I'm going to share with you, Darrel's Salsa Dip. It's famous in our circle of friends and family. It's fresh, can ...
Classic Potato Salad
Nothing says summer more than a bowl of potato salad! It's a staple at summer BBQs, picnics, and gatherings. But did you know it's really easy to make? And fairly inexpensive too. Rather than buy potato salad at your local deli, make a batch and take it with you. Trust me, you won't be disappointed. This classic potato salad recipe is simple and completely customizable. You can make it as creamy as you like and play around with ratios of mustard, dill, and mayo until you have the perfect ...
The Best Tortellini Pasta Salad
Summer is in full swing! It's so nice to be able to get together with friends and families again. And I am predicting this year is going to be the summer of BBQs and get-togethers. That means you are going to need some new dishes to enjoy this summer. Today I'm sharing with you my recipe for the best tortellini pasta salad. It's quick, easy, and tastes delicious! To make my best tortellini pasta salad you will need the following - 8oz Fresh Mozzarella Balls 16oz Bottle Italian ...
Ninja Foodi Cranberry Sauce
Have you ever made cranberry sauce on the stove? It requires some babysitting and stirring and time. Time I just don't have. This time of year is crazy for me and I'm sure it's just as crazy for you too. So if I can find a way to save time, free up my focus and still make a delicious dish then I'm going to do it. I decided to try making Ninja Foodi Cranberry Sauce to see if it tasted just as good as when I cook it over the stove. And I am happy to report that it does! It's super simple. Requires ...
Slow-Cooker Candied Carrots
Candied carrots were a staple of my childhood. We had them several times a month. They went with nearly any meal we were having and always tasted delicious. I wanted to try and recreate those candied carrots but without having to babysit them on the stove top. So, I tried making candied carrots in the slow-cooker. And it worked. And it was so easy. To make candied carrots you will need the following - 1 bag (32 oz) Baby Carrots 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt 1/2 C Brown Sugar 2 tbsp Butter 1 tbsp ...