Today we’re going back to the basics, and I’m sharing my first recipe I posted on The Preppy Hostess, Nantucket Blueberry Muffins. They are a light cakey muffin, bursting with fresh blueberries, and a sparkling crumb topping. It’s a twist on the Sconset Market staple, which anyone who’s been to Nantucket knows and loves. Looking […]

For nearly a century, Kentucky Derby fans have celebrated Kentucky Derby Day with a frosty Mint Julep. In 2006 Kentucky Oaks fans were given the opportunity to start a new tradition, with the “Grey Goose® Oaks Lily®,” which quickly became the official cocktail of the Kentucky Oaks. Over $90,000 has been donated to Horses and Hope […]

Flipping through an old issue of Southern Living Magazine, I came across a recipe titled John’s Bananas Foster. It looked incredible, and since I haven’t had this decadent dessert in awhile I had to give it a try, but of course, not with out putting my own twist on the recipe. Cinnamon, butter, brown sugar, […]

It’s finally Spring, and is it just me or are springtime desserts that much more incredible? One of my favorites is my traditional Lemon Pound Cake, which makes a tasteful final touch to your spring celebration. It’s refreshing, sweet and full of bright flavor. Willams-Sonoma sells the lemon slice cake tin, which makes the cake […]

Andris Lagsdin created one of my favorite kitchen gadgets, the Baking Steel. It’s one of those must have kitchen items… heck, even Rachael Ray swears by it! Pepperoni Pizza Sticks are just more exciting to eat than traditional pizza, in my opinion. Maybe it’s just the dunking of the sauce or because you can eat […]

Looking for a beautiful, yet effortless breakfast that requires only 3-5 minutes of cooking time (a major plus when you’re always in a hurry like myself)? This breakfast staple is back, but this time it’s dressed up. Who doesn’t love bagels? Dill cream cheese, thick slices of tomato, cucumber and freshly topped dill top perfectly […]

It’s Patriots Day also known as Marathon Monday, and if you’re from New England you know that this event is one of the most exciting and patriotic days of the year. What better way to celebrate this special day, than a twist on the traditional lobster roll, with Lobster Roll Sliders? Fresh lobster, mayo, thinly […]

Winner, winner chicken dinner! Your new go-to roasted chicken recipe just got turned up a notch, with the addition of citrus. An easy, yet elegant roasted chicken with fresh lemons, oranges and herbs makes the perfect weeknight meal or for special occasions. We all know the wonders a hot oven can do for chicken, (think […]

Calling all peanut butter and chocolate lovers! Do I have a cookie for you! If you’re a peanut butter cookie fanatic like myself, you’ll love this version that is loaded with Reese’s Pieces, and filled with melted chocolate chips. Soft and tender cookies, bursting with peanut butter goodness… this might be the best peanut butter […]

Many shrimp dishes are breaded and fried, and although delicious, there are many unnecessary calories. These shrimp are baked, and by tossing them in just garlic, olive oil and herbs, it reduces the calorie content without sacrificing flavor. Not only that, but by roasting the shrimp it will concentrate their flavor, and make this mild […]