July 4th recipes

Puppy Chow

This delicious dessert (also known as Muddy Buddies) is extremely easy to make and is great for kids.

Painkiller

This is the official drink of the British Virgin Islands. The best Painkiller we had was on Jost Van Dyke - White Bay at the Soggy Dollar bar.

Italian Baked Mashed Potato Croquettes

A very delicate crunch and hardly no fat to worry about baking them instead of frying. Grandma's recipe adapted…

Skinny, Mini Mexican Meatball Tostada Appetizers

Delight your guests with these itty, bitty meatballs atop a mini tostada. This is such a yummy and simple…

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

This is one of those dishes that I have to order every single time I go to Chinatown and see them on the menu. I love the crunch of the lettuce,…

4th of July “No Bake” Skinny Strawberry Shortcake Trifle, Ready in Minutes!

If you’re short on time, this big on flavor dessert is perfect to make.…

Cuban-style Steaks in Garlic-Lime Marinade

These steaks are a treat and a great way to make an inexpensive cut of meat memorable. You can use bottom…

Dry Rub Hot Wings

This is my favorite hot wing recipes. You can use either fresh or frozen wing sections or whole wings. If the wings are frozen, thaw the wings…

Boston Baked beans

A dish that can be used for summer or winter gatherings. You adjust to your own taste buds

THE BEST SALTINE CRACKERS RECIPE EVER

WE LEARNED THIS RECIPE AND WE MAKE A LOT OF SNACKS WITH THEM, YOU CAN'T BEAT THEM.

Fresh homade tortilla chips restaurant style

This is the way all Mexican restaurants make their chips you all love so much enjoy ...

The Best Chile Rellenos Ever

I love chile rellenos and this is a spectacular recipe - I use a little less cheese than you'll probably get in a restaurant, but it "feels" better…

Strawberry Jello Pretzel Dessert

Southern Low Country Boil

Here’s a little history on the “Low Country”. Low Country, and this is my own definition, is the lower coastal region of South Carolina and the…

Vegetable Crudités Platter

Here is a platter that was successful at a Thanksgiving dinner. Use whatever is in season and colorful.