Category Archives: Holidays

Holiday Cheese Balls – Throw Back Thursday

Posted on December 2, 2021 by HelenFern

The holidays are here! If you’re planning on having a holiday party with  appetizers, these cheese balls are easy and delicious! The first cheese ball is recorded to have been created in the 1800s – and it was a big … Continue reading →

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Halloween Party Recipes and a Spooky Dessert Link up!

Posted on October 18, 2021 by HelenFern

Can you believe Halloween is just two weeks away! Here are some munchy ideas – for the party or while you wait for the trick or treaters. It’s all good! But we need some desserts – and that’s for you … Continue reading →

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Mardi Gras Shrimp Po’ Boy

Posted on February 20, 2021 by HelenFern

Mardi Gras was this week. This recipe was supposed to be posted on Tuesday, but unfortunately we had no power or internet. Well it tasted so good I decided to post it for you anyway. Just turn on some jazz, … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving for Two

Posted on November 23, 2020 by HelenFern

This year many families are going low key for Thanksgiving. This nasty pandemic is putting a damper on the normal Thanksgiving get togethers. Typically my husband and I go to my niece’s home with the rest of the family – … Continue reading →

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Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Mango Avocado Salsa

Posted on May 5, 2020 by HelenFern

We love shrimp. And we love tacos. What a combo they make! And how much better if it’s grilled? (Fewer dishes!) So in honor of Cinco de Mayo, go out and grill a taco!

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