Caprese Pasta Salad
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Caprese Pasta Salad

With Summer upon us, my mind drifts to thoughts of vegetable garden bounty. Specifically fresh tomatoes and basil. There’s just something about the first tomato of the season…warm, ripe and juicy. When paired with fresh, bright green basil there isn’t anything better in my opinion. Typically I use both of these harvest favorites in homemade…

Ranch Oyster Crackers
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Ranch Oyster Crackers

Ranch Oyster Crackers…it may sound slightly strange, but man are they delicious and easy to make!  And who doesn’t love both ranch and oyster crackers?  We know we do 🙂  These are great for a casual cocktail party with friends or an easy snack for your upcoming trip to the beach or lake, which hopefully…

Smashed Potatoes…
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Smashed Potatoes…

This past Sunday I had a wonderful day. I managed to get some much needed chores completed in short order, allowing me to enjoy beautiful Springtime weather out on the deck. I sat on my chaise lounge armed with a cool drink, several magazines that I hadn’t had a chance to read and my iPad….