Bumbleberry pie

Mary’s Favorite Pie Crust for Sweet or Savory Pies

Whatever you like to bake, it’s always handy to have an easy and delicious pie crust recipe in your back pocket. I’m talking about a versatile pie crust recipe that’s easy to make, easy to store, and that has many, many applications. My Favorite Pie Crust recipe fits the bill.
June 28, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
Mary’s Piña Colada Served

Mary’s Favorite Piña Colada

This piña colada recipe brings me right back to Mexico with its tropical flavors and combination of light and dark rum. Bonus: you can easily make this a mocktail or virgin cocktail recipe by just omitting the rum. Because the flavor combination of pineapple and coconut is so rich, nutty, and sweet on its own, the kids are sure to enjoy!
June 27, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
Tags: coconut drinks
Cookie skillet with ice cream

Cast Iron Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie with Sea Salt Caramel

This recipe is somewhere between a cake and a giant cookie. The extra-chocolatey, caramel-gooey goodness of this one calls for vanilla ice cream. Take it all the way—everyone deserves it!
June 27, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
strawberry lemonade

Summer Strawberry Lemonade

Lemonade is to summer as hot chocolate is to winter: you just have to have some. It’s one of those seasonal drinks you enjoy because of the weather. My Summer Strawberry Lemonade is pretty, and it’s really refreshing—certainly on a hot summer day.
June 27, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
Salad

Classic French Niçoise Salad with Tonnino Tuna

My Classic French Niçoise Salad with Tonnino Tuna takes me back to Paris with my girls. It’s one of my favorite meals and I enjoy it with my daughters every chance I get. This Niçoise salad recipe is deceptively simple to make and can be used in larger portions for summer entertaining.
June 27, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
Blueberry pie

4th of July Dessert Recipe: Star Spangled Blueberry Pie

There’s nothing better than blueberry pie on the 4th of July. The blueberries are juicy and sweet because they’re in season, and everybody loves a good piece of pie at a barbeque or cookout. That in itself is a reason to celebrate! Join me for a step by step on this classic American pie recipe.
June 23, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
Chicken salad sandwiches

Auntie Norma’s Chicken Salad with Grapes and Walnuts

Everyone calls her Auntie Norma—she’s one of my mother-in-law's best friends. We love Auntie Norma, and we love her cooking, too! Today is our lucky day, because I get to share her amazing chicken salad recipe with all of you. Thank you, Auntie Norma!
June 08, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
Steak

Argentinian Chimichurri Sauce Recipe for Steak and Empanadas

This classic chimichurri sauce recipe will add a nice pop of flavor and color to steak, salads, pastas, paninis—actually, it goes on everything!
May 26, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
Beef Empanada

Mary’s Favorite Argentinian Beef Empanadas

Empanadas are one of my all-time favorite foods. I have so many vivid memories of enjoying a few before asado (grilled meat), when I was traveling through Argentina. To this very day, it's my favorite Argentinian dish to make at home—and I have no doubt it’ll be yours too!
May 26, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
White Wine Sangria

Mary’s Favorite White Wine Sangria

I used to always go for reds, but white wine sangria took me by surprise. I honestly drink more of this version—the white wine and fresh fruit in this recipe are the perfect combo for warm weather and summer days.
May 26, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
Red Sangria

Mary’s Pomegranate Red Wine Sangria

Sangria is a special treat that’s easy to make and adds a delicious touch to any gathering with family and friends. Now let’s talk about how to elevate that bottle of red with a summer favorite, my Pomegranate Red Wine Sangria recipe.
May 26, 2022 — Mary DiSomma
Tequila

Sweet and Spicy Pineapple and Jalapeño Infused Casamigos Blanco Tequila

This pineapple and jalapeño infused Casamigos tequila is the perfect drink to enjoy all spring and summer long, especially when you fire up the grill. It takes a little (mostly idle) time to make, but it’s so worth it.
April 27, 2022 — Mary DiSomma