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;...
Oct 14, 2020 | Appetizers, Dinner, Hosting, Lunch, Parties
Buffalo Chicken Nachos with Blue Cheese Queso Overview So, you know what’s awesome? Nachos. You know what’s even awesom-er? Buffalo chicken nachos. You know what’s even more awesom-er than buffalo chicken nachos? Buffalo chicken nachos with a blue cheese queso. You’re...
Sep 26, 2020 | Appetizers, Hosting, Jackie's Favs, Lunch, Parties, Vegetables and Sides
Potato + Leek Tarts Overview What do you get what you take some thinly sliced baby Yukon gold potatoes, sautéed leeks + garlic, fresh dill, some garlic & herb cheese + a touch of heavy cream? You have a new menu item for your next brunch at home. I made these...
Aug 28, 2020 | Appetizers, Dinner, Hosting, Jackie's Favs, Lunch, Parties
Black Sea Bass Ceviche Tacos Overview Fresh off the boat fish? I gotchu. I originally made this recipe for my friends over at New England Country Mart, and this is the perfect at home ceviche for those scared of making it! It couldn’t be easier! Hi, I’m Jackie,...
Aug 20, 2020 | Cocktails, Condiments, Hosting, Juices and Smoothies, Parties, Sweets
Wild Maine Blueberry Simple Syrup Overview Here we are. The end of August. How did that happen so quickly?? I mean, I want a baked good. To be perfectly clear, I want an oatmeal cookie. But again. How do I do this without turning the oven on? For a while now I have...
Jul 11, 2020 | Lunch, Parties, Vegetables and Sides
Street Corn Pasta Salad Overview So one thing you may not know about me is I hate eating things off the bone or cob or rib or whatever. I don’t like getting messy. This is a challenge when you WANT to eat things like wings or street corn. You know, the corn on the cob...