Kitchy Cooking

It's National Wine Day today, and I don't know about you but I could really use a glass. While a is great, a is even better! Plus, since it's wine and not hard it's low ABV! This classic Kitty Highball fits the bill, is absolutely and so easy to make! Cheers!
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Kitty Highball

3 oz. red wine
5 - 6 oz. gingerale

Fill a highball glass with ice. Add the wine and top with gingerale. Garnish with a twist of lemon and serve.

It's season! I love those little red . They're delicious on their own, but they also make great . Pastries like these Orange Strawberry Muffins which are up .

Are you an Easter or Easter person? If you prefer brunch, I've got the perfect for you. This Toad in a Hole has everything; part , part sausage, it's 100% delicious and the perfect main course for a big .

Last week I made a Toronto . This week's King Cole Cocktail is almost identical except for the . It's another great sipper that bridges that chilly time between winter and spring.

If you love , these Red Wine Lamb Chops with Dried Fruit are for you! Nestled between dried cherries and apricots and swimming in a rich, , these are perfect for a chilly winter night. They're up .

Tomorrow is National Strawberry Day, so how about a to celebrate? This Strawberry Season is chock full of from the homemade strawberry infused vodka to the fresh muddled strawberries.

Looking for simple you can get on the table in about 30 minutes? This Baked Polenta with Sausage is it! The secret? A tube of pre-made polenta that you can pick up at any grocery store. The is up .

's Day is Monday, and while I'm all for enjoying a or two, you don't need to get liquored up to enjoy the day. Believe it or not there are plenty of times I don't want an alcoholic . Sometimes I just want something fun and bubbly.

Well, turns out there are plenty of alternatives for that. Alternatives like .

Optimist is a non alcoholic spirit that comes in 3 flavors and is a great option when you want to enjoy a without any aftereffects. A drink like this sweet, bubbly Be True.
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Be True

2 oz. Optimist Bright
1 oz. Hibiscus syrup
Citrus tonic

Place Optimist and syrup in a shaker. Add ice and shake until chilled.
Strain into a highball glass filled with ice. Top with citrus tonic (I used ) and enjoy!

Do you like one pot ? I love them because it makes cleanup so dang easy!

This Roasted Salmon and Orzo is just such a dish. Everything is made in 1 skillet and the end result is a delicious healthy that's perfect any night of the week.

We made it! 15 in 15 days! We're ending with a real sparkler and the perfect way to start a brand new year.

are a great option for a new year's , but why not take them to another level with these Shimmering Ciders. They're delicious and full of flavor thanks to the spiced .

Happy New Year everyone! Here's to an amazing 2022.
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Shimmering Cider
1/4 tsp. edible gold glitter
4 oz. spiced cider (I use )
3 oz.

Mix all ingredients together in a champagne flute and serve.




#2022

I love when it's cold and rainy, and nothing is more comforting that a rich, cheesy .

This Cheesy Baby Dutch Yellow Potato Casserole from is a great side to have in your pocket going into these chilly months. And the fact that you don't even have to peel the , makes it an easy choice when you're looking for something warm and creamy to serve with your favorite or .

The full can be found here: https://www.melissas.com/blogs/side-dish/cheesy-potato-casserole

Who out there loves and together? I do! This time of year I just can't get enough of that combo! Give me all the peppermint mochas, chocolate mint brownies or and I'll be very happy.

That's why I whipped up this Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Pie. While it only serves about 10 - 12 people, it looks great on a table. It's up just in time for all those parties and swaps you have lined up.