Tropical Rosé Sangria
This easy rosé sangria recipe combines fresh tropical fruits with mint, li…
Smooth & Dirty Vodka Martini
Love a dirty martini but not a fan of gin? This unique vodka martini reci…
Bacon Bloody Mary
This bold bacon bloody mary swaps traditional vodka for sake and tequila. …
Strawberry & Black Pepper Vodka Spritz
This refreshing strawberry and black pepper vodka spritz cocktail is made …
Limoncello & Campari Aperitivo
This limoncello Campari cocktail is light, fizzy, and citrusy with a hint …
White Negroni
A springtime cocktail recipe that takes after a white Negroni using gin, S…
Manhattan Cocktail
Dry vermouth, sweet vermouth, amaro, and a homemade cherry syrup come toge…
Rum Chai Hot Toddy
Warm up with this rum chai hot toddy, a cozy winter cocktail with chai spi…
Bourbon Cranberry Cocktail
This bourbon cranberry cocktail is so festive with bright citrus, tart cr…
Sparkling Apple Cider Rum Punch
This Thanksgiving punch recipe with spiced rum and sparkling cider is the …
Autumn Leaves Cocktail (Calvados & Cynar)
The bold flavors of Cynar, Calvados, maple syrup, and lemon come together …
Spiced Coconut Bourbon Old Fashioned
I always love a good twist—this coconut bourbon Old Fashioned with maple,…
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Easy Recipes
If you are looking for a few easy recipes to add to a busy week night meal, these recipes are the perfect place to start.
Heirloom Tomato & Panzanella Salad
Mary’s Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad is a delicious summer dish featuri…
Roast Chicken with Limoncello & Fennel
Who would've thought a splash of limoncello could turn a humble chicken di…
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
This fluffy lemon ricotta pancake recipe is bright, tender, and brunch-wor…
Ginger & Mezcal Pimm’s Cocktail
Bright, smoky, and slightly sweet, this ginger Pimm’s cocktail is a modern…
Recipe Club Favorites
These are the recipes all of you share the most with your friends and family.
Roasted Tomato Pesto Pappardelle
This authentic Sicilian tomato pesto (Pasta alla Trapanese) combines sweet…
Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
My brown sugar glazed salmon is an Easter favorite… and it’s Lent-approve…
No-Mayo Potato Salad
This easy, No-Mayo Farmers Market Potato Salad is a delicious twist on the…
Classic French Silk Pie
This classic French silk pie recipe with rich chocolate mousse filling and…
From My Family & Friends
These are some of my most cherished recipes that have been gifted to me.
Mom’s Italian Sunday Gravy
This Italian Sunday gravy is slow-simmered with rich meats and tomatoes—a …
Grandma Papaleo’s Lemon Knots
These traditional Italian lemon cookies are a favorite in my house. It’s m…
Chef Terri's Wild Rice Corn Chowder
This hearty soup is loaded with corn, sweet potatoes, and wild rice.
Aunt Rita’s Pecan Tassies
This special cookie gets a free pass because we all know its true identity…