Apr 19, 2021 | Appetizers, Dinner, Hosting, Lunch, Parties
Harissa Lamb Meatballs Overview To be honest, my husband has historically been more of the lamb fan in our house, unless it’s ground lamb. Then we usually make gyros or shepherd’s pie. But one day, we had ground lamb in the house and I was feeling like some...
Feb 3, 2021 | Hosting, Jackie's Favs, Sweets
Chocolate Turtes Overview As a kid, my family would always go to this candy store in Dorchester, Phillips Candy House (@phillipschocolates). I remember always personally going for anything chewy, or gummy (swedish fish), or dark chocolate. Our family order would...
Feb 1, 2021 | Dinner, Hosting, Parties
Instant Pot Sweet Potato Chili Overview The first time I had a chili like this it was after our son was born. A family friend brought it over to help us with the transition of one child to two (so nice)! I remember it was hearty, yet healthy and nutrient dense;...
Jan 28, 2021 | Appetizers, Hosting
Rueben Spring Rolls Overview Is there anything better than finger food? I mean, unless you’re in the mood for a classy 5-course meal with all the accoutrements, to me, finger food is easy, it’s fun, and it’s almost a guarantee kids will eat it. One of my favorite...
Dec 29, 2020 | Appetizers, Hosting
Creamy Glammed Up Deviled Eggs Overview Deviled eggs are such an old school appetizer. I remember them being at every get together growing up, and then they kind of took a hiatus. Well, I think they should make a come back. Let’s talk about why they are great: They’re...
Oct 22, 2020 | Appetizers, Hosting, Jackie's Favs
Queso Fundido Overview You know who has two fingers and loves cheese? One of my favorite apps to get at Mexican restaurants is Queso Fundido. However, often time restaurants use chorizo which my family doesn’t eat, so we usually get it without meat. Until now! I...
