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What’s so great about bourbon barbecue sauce? First of all, I love whiskey and bourbon. Anyone who knows me can attest that Jack Daniel’s® is my favorite. This barbecue sauce recipe incorporates a generous amount for a rich flavor profile that goes great

Mary’s Sweet and Spicy Bourbon Barbecue Sauce

What’s so great about bourbon barbecue sauce? First of all, I love whiskey and bourbon. Anyone who knows me can attest that Jack Daniel’s® is my favorite. This barbecue sauce recipe incorporates a generous amount for a rich flavor profile that goes great with anything you can make on the grill.
Easy Homemade Limoncello

Erik and Tracy’s Easy Homemade Limoncello

I first started making limoncello after my brother Erik and sister-in-law Tracy sent me a bottle they made using their own homegrown lemons. At first, I would just put a little splash in my Prosecco Blueberry Limoncello Punch, but I’m so thankful to Erick and Tracy because their recipe makes it so easy to make limoncello at home.
Mary DiSomma
Blueberry Drink

Prosecco Blueberry Limoncello Punch

My Prosecco Blueberry Limoncello Punch recipe brings a lot of good things together for an easy-to-make party drink that everyone is sure to adore. It’s definitely a crowd-pleaser and I love it as a quick and easy party punch recipe. Altogether, it’s refreshing, delicious, and perfect when you’re serving a large group.
Mary DiSomma
Strawberry Shortcake

Mary’s Giant Strawberry Shortcake

Certain foods just scream summertime: Juicy watermelon, buttery sweet corn on the cob, fresh salads with farmers market veggies, anything on the grill… but we’re leaving out one very important thing: My Giant Strawberry Shortcake recipe made with a pile of fresh, juicy strawberries. It’s strawberry season!
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: dessert
Pasta Salad

Luigi’s Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette

I have to thank my friend Luigi for this recipe. It was Luigi who turned me onto the idea of using tortellini in a pasta salad recipe instead of just noodles. He always brings this one when he visits us on the farm, and it never fails to impress the guests!
Mary DiSomma
Grilled Sweet Potatoes

Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Pomegranate Molasses and Crunchy Pistachios

When I was growing up, my family enjoyed sweet potatoes all fall and winter long. But once I started grilling them, they became an all-season superstar. Now sweet potatoes are a summertime favorite in my house. If you’ve never grilled a sweet potato (or tasted pomegranate molasses), you are sorely missing out!
Mary DiSomma
Ribs

Quick and Easy Dry-Rubbed Grilled Barbecue Ribs

This is my go-to recipe for fast and easy barbecue ribs. Instead of cooking these ribs on low heat for several hours, I cook them on high heat on my outdoor grill. The secret ingredients are the dry rub and the grilling process. Click through for the full recipe, including the best dry rub mix ever!
Mary DiSomma
Checkered Cookies on Board

Christmas Checkerboard Cookies

Jump to Recipe Tasty Little Christmas Gifts These Christmas Checkerboard Cookies are some of my favorite cookies to make for the holidays. UsuallTasty Little Christmas Giftsy, they’re made with chocolate...
Mary DiSomma
Easy Burrata Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

Easy Burrata Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

This super easy pasta is absolutely bursting with flavor. And who doesn’t love a bright, delicious, homemade pasta dish on a beautiful spring day? The secret ingredient is the scratch-made Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto that you’ll use as a topping. Yep, you’re making pesto, too!
Mary DiSomma
Carrot Feta Tart

Carrot Feta Tart for Peoria Magazine

Everyone loves a good tart—chocolate and lemon are always winners. But have you ever tried a savory tart? My famous Carrot and Feta Tart recipe hits all the right buttons. Click through to learn more!
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: herbs recipes
Mushrooms Crostini

Roasted Wild Mushroom Crostini Recipe with Easy Garlic Basil Ricotta Spread

Wild Mushroom Crostini: Easy to whip up, great with your favorite wine, and a great vegetarian option. The earthy flavor of roasted mushrooms paired with creamy ricotta cheese makes a savory dish with layers of flavor. Call your friends—they’ll be impressed.
Mary DiSomma
Easy No-Bake Brown Sugar & Lemon Meringue Pie Bites in Phyllo Cups

Easy No-Bake Brown Sugar & Lemon Meringue Pie Bites in Phyllo Cups

If you like lemon meringue, you’ll LOVE these individual pie bites! I’ll teach you how to make lemon curd AND an amazing no-bake brown sugar meringue topping. I think you are really going to love this one.
Mary DiSomma