Sesame BBQ Chicken Thighs

Using a slow cooker (crockpot) is my new favorite way to cook because it does most of the work for you. Maximum taste, minimal work. This recipe calls for chicken thighs to be seared prior to adding them to the slow cooker. Searing Chicken? Yes. This helps to brown the meat a little and retain …

Crab Cakes

This week Im celebrating the last official weekend of summer with these fantastic fresh crab cakes. Although in my opinion these crab cakes can be enjoyed year round! Canned crab meat is readily available in most supermarkets year round. And could also be a refreshing change from the typical meat and potatoes winter foods. Although …

Orzo Salad (cold)

Its BBQ season and nothing is more refreshing that a summer pasta salad. This recipe does not use any dairy or mayonnaise so its safe to keep out without worrying if its still safe to eat after an hour in the sun. This salad is light, refreshing and has a balanced taste.  The secret to …

American Pie

Today is the 4th of July, also known as Independence day. The day where we honor the independence of our nation by overeating at BBQs and decorating everything in red, white and blue. Can you think of anything more stereotypically American ? Joking aside, this pie is the perfect dessert for the fourth of July …

Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes

It’s finally summer !! To celebrate we are making Strawberry Lemonade cupcakes. These cupcakes are the definition of refreshing, balancing bitter and sweet. So basically it is the perfect cupcake to make to impress your friends at the summer BBQs. The key to this recipe is ingredients so fresh it could bite you. Along with …