Peach Plum Cobbler is a divine combination of stone fruits in a simple, straightforward dessert. The fruit is combined with a rich white wine syrupy sauce and topped with made-from-scratch biscuits, making it the ideal transition recipe from summer to fall!
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As I write this, I can hear the crack of thunder shaking my house as the rain comes down in sheets outside.
It’s the perfect end of summer/beginning of fall thunderstorm to kick off the beginning of September, and that just happens to be exactly what this dessert is all about.
I love the combination of stone fruit in this cobbler so, so much.
Tropical guacamole is a way to escape to the islands, but without that pricey plane ticket. A combination of pineapple, papaya, mango, and coconut makes this dip sweet and savory. It’s an ideal snack or a killer topping for chicken and carnitas tacos!
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We are back to tailgating season and I am a gal that’s over-the-moon with happiness.
You all know that I love my football, but let’s face it. The real thing I love about tailgating season is the actually tailgating. The food. The drinks. The excitement of a game that the home team could win.
I look forward to the weekends so much more because of it all.
Chook Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Fresh Herbs are the only way to eat sweet potatoes. Featuring the most amazing Chook chicken salt (yea, you read that right), these potatoes are sweet, tangy, herbaceous, and full of umami flavor. Not to mention it’s SUPER easy to throw together!
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I have been on a bit of a potato kick lately, both sweet and russet.
Once I get all the potatoes for Thanksgiving dinner, it’s like a massive reminder of a food that I love and don’t make enough.
This especially applies to sweet potatoes.
We really only highlight them for Thanksgiving, but they are a root vegetable that we can enjoy all winter long to warm up with.
Grilled Cajun Wings are an easy, oh-so flavorful snack that packs a powerful spicy punch! These wings are rubbed with a homemade cajun seasoning, grilled, and slathered with a sweet and spicy sauce. They are downright addictive!
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The Big Game is just around the corner, and I know you are all getting excited for whatever gathering you are planning on hosting or attending!
If there is any appetizer or snack that I absolutely adore having come game time, it’s chicken wings.
They are tasty, hearty, and go with so many different flavors so they can fit anyone’s flavor preference. (more…)
Spicy Carne Asada Torta Sliders are a killer combination of flavorful carne asada, tomato, avocado, cheese, and a spicy sweet pineapple jalapeno jam. The riff on tortas mexicanas is perfect for any backyard BBQ gathering you have coming up! Who’s ready to stuff their face with about ten of these? Because I SURE AM.
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So, we are coming up on the 1st of May which means Cinco de Mayo is only a few days after that…
For me, when it comes to having any excuse to stuff my face with my favorite Mexican flavors, you can bet that I am there with bells on.
For parties, I am all about the small bites because I am totally a grazer at heart. I love to get down on as many different flavors as I can, so I am all about the small bites. (more…)
A Roasted Peach Gin Fizz is a slightly sweet, tart, and bubbly sipper that’s ideal for late summer. The floral notes of the gin mixed with the ripe, sweet peaches explode over your taste buds in the most refreshing way. It’s time to end the summer on a high note!
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The final days of summer are upon us and you already know where I’m going with that…
It’s all about the PEACHES.
This cocktail was actually made with the last of the Palisade peaches I brought back from Fruita. I can’t believe they are all gone…
Pecan Pie Cheesecake is the ultimate combo of your favorite fall pie and creamy cheesecake! The easy baked dessert can be made ahead of time and is perfect to feed a crowd.
O.M.G.
I just made the best cheesecake of my life, people.
I’m dead serious when I say this, so just know I am not exaggerating. This cheesecake is the creamiest, dreamiest dessert in the entire world. (more…)
Panettone Bread Pudding is a whole new way to use the panettone bread that you have come to know and love this time of year. All the delicious flavors of the baked good are made that much more decadent in this bread pudding, served with a creamy creme anglaise. It’s the ideal balance of sweet for dessert or even for a Christmas morning breakfast!
Well, having bronchitis for the holiday season wasn’t exactly what I had planned.
Personally, I was looking forward to days of spiked hot chocolate, festive cocktails, bar hopping, gawking at lights, shopping, Christmas music, and so much more.
Instead, I have spent the past week in bed or on the couch, coughing incessantly and wishing I could get my sense of taste back already. There was no day of baking tons of cookies or evening of dancing in the living room to my favorite holiday classics. It was fluids, soup, sleep, medication on repeat. (more…)
A Pumpkin Pie Martini is a slice of pumpkin pie, made for your cocktail glass! The rich and creamy cocktail is just the right balance of sweet, boozy, pumpkin spice, and pure pumpkin. With the whipped cream topping, it’s the ideal indulgence for the season! Makes 1.
Who’s ready for a drink?!
This gorgeous fall martini is literally a slice of pumpkin pie in your mouth. Made even better by the addition of booze, naturally.
Note: This is an updated version of the original posted on October 23, 2013.
I don’t know how many of you out there are mothers, but I have to talk to you for a moment. If you aren’t, just go ahead and scroll past the next few lines LOL.
Does this whole ‘mom brain’ thing ever go away?
Because I am OVER. IT.
The funny thing is Babycakes is such a chill little dude. He has his grumpy days, but for the most part, he is just a sweetheart of a child and I love spending time with him.
On the other hand, I am absolutely exhausted all the time. My brain can’t seem to remember what is happening half the time. I start things and can’t seem to finish them because I forget I started them. HELP PLEASE.
Someone give me some hope that it either goes away OR it gets better and you can manage it as the years roll by.
Now, let me get back to the cocktail.
This creamy, dreamy pumpkin martini is a total indulgence. It’s the one that I reach for on a particular festive evening. The easy cocktail I throw together to impress friends at a gathering throughout the fall season. It’s the fun drink to bring out after Thanksgiving dinner as a pairing with your pies and other sweet treats.
It’s exactly what the name says – pumpkin pie in a martini glass.
Cheers to my favorite season, friends! FALL FOREVER!
You can! I recommend using oat milk as a replacement for the half-and-half. You can also use coconut cream as a topping, if you prefer.
Pumpkin Pie Martini
Yield: 1 cocktail
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Pumpkin pie in a glass! A cocktail glass...
Ingredients
Rimming Sugar
2 Tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Cocktail
2 oz vodka
1 1/2 tsp half and half
2 Tbsp maple syrup
1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp pumpkin puree
Topping: whipped cream, ground cinnamon
Instructions
Combine sugar and 1/2 tsp of the pumpkin pie spice on a flat plate. Rim two martini glasses with the spice sugar.
Combine vodka, half and half, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree in a shaker filled with ice. Shake thoroughly and strain into rimmed martini glasses.
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Discover the delightful combination of tart cherries and sweet amaretto liqueur in a Cherry Amaretto Sour cocktail. This balanced and visually appealing drink offers a refreshing zing and smooth texture. Perfect for any season, indulge in the rich flavors and enticing aroma of this modern twist on a classic cocktail.
You can’t have a picnic without a cocktail, right? With all that food and sunshine, you need a smart cocktail to balance all those lovely flavors out.
You know that refreshing feeling when you get out of your normal routine and get all inspired again?
That’s exactly what this collaboration with Stephanie over at Sustaining the Powers did with me. There’s something about being in someone else’s kitchen, without the normal stressors (ahem, no air conditioning being one…), and cooking with someone else.
Just like this very cherry amaretto sour. Who doesn’t love cherry things when it comes to a picnic?!
You can easily throw it in a thermos after doubling (or quadrupling, because #letsbereal) the batch and serve it up at your next picnic.
Don’t forget to add a Nutella Cherry Tart to the cooler and you will have a cherry celebration on your hands! It’s one of my favorite desserts, plus it doubles up the cherry flavor. Talk about summer perfection!
about this cherry amaretto sour
I don’t know if you’ve ever had a traditional amaretto sour, so if you haven’t let this be your intro. Amaretto is a liquor that many love to drink on the rocks, but when you put it in a sour it is taken to an entirely new level.
I love the sweet and sour flavor in the classic cocktail, but a splash of grenadine and some cherry juice gives you a little more of a summery pop that goes well with any summer recipe (especially bacon, just sayin’). The cherry flavor smooths out the sour flavor, so you get just the right balance. It’s just the summery cocktail that is ideal for picnic!
Here’s just a few reasons for loving this cocktail:
Balanced Flavors – The combination of cherry and amaretto gives you a balanced flavor profile. The tartness of the cherries are just the right accompaniment for the sweet, almond taste of amaretto. The sweet and tart cocktail goes with all of your favorite summery meals!
Rich Aroma – The smell of amaretto liqueur is unique as it smells strongly of almonds. This paired with the fruity notes of cherries is an enticing scent that will keep you coming back for more.
Easy to Customize – This cocktail is so easy to customize! It’s a twist on a classic that can be served on the rocks as you see here. However you can also serve it in a chilled coupe glass to make it a little fancier for a special occasion. You can garnish it with fresh cherries or luxardo cherries depending on your preference! If you really want to go over the top, consider soaking fresh cherries in amaretto to create your very own amaretto cherry to top off the cocktail.
Let’s talk more about the ingredients that we need to use to create these taste summery drinks.
ingredients
amaretto – this is an Italian liqueur that has a very distinct bitter almond flavor. I know some who love to drink it straight, over ice. Personally I prefer it in a cocktail like this one!
sweet & sour mix – also simply just called “sour mix” this combination is used in many different cocktails. It’s essentially a combination of lemon and/or lime juice and simple syrup. You can pick this up at your local liquor or grocery store.
grenadine – A sweet nonalcoholic syrup, grenadine is traditional made from pomegranate.
cherry juice – be sure to grab tart cherry juice here! It’s what balances out the sweet elements in the cocktail.
For this cocktail recipe, you only need a few simple tools. First you need a cocktail shaker like this Boston cocktail shaker that I love to use.
You will also need a cocktail strainer to strain the cocktail before adding it to double old fashioned glasses.
If you want to take the cocktail with you, just make sure you have a good thermos that will keep the cocktail cold. I like to chill the cocktail without ice in the refrigerator before I add it to a thermos. No need for ice!
here’s how to make a cherry amaretto sour
shake
Add all four ingredients to a shaker filled with ice. Shake well.
strain
Strain into a cocktail glass filled halfway with ice.
tips for success.
use tart cherry juice. Don’t use a cherry juice cocktail that has added sweeteners. It will make this cocktail way to sweet if you use that!
make a big batch. This cocktail is SUPER simple to scale up for a picnic on-the-go. Simply scale up by the amount of people you plan to serve, shake over ice and strain into a thermos that’ll keep the mixture cold if you are heading to another location with it. Otherwise just keep it in a pitcher in the fridge and serve over ice.
what to serve with cherry amaretto sour
I really love pairing this refreshing cocktail with something fun and flavorful like a pizza or a sandwich! Honestly this cocktail goes with anything summery, but here are my top favorite recipes:
This pesto greens pizza is my way to get greens in while also eating one of my favorite foods – PIZZA. With a homemade pesto, this meal gives you a giant burst of flavor that totally satisfies.
Grilled Burrata Pizza is topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, crispy fried prosciutto, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and of course soft and creamy burrata!
A Spicy Rotisserie Chicken Pressed Sandwich has layers of chicken, cheese, onion and spinach make a vibrant sandwich with a spicy bite from homemade Samurai sauce (literally the best sauce everrrrrr). Time to up your sandwich game, my friends – the easy way.
Finally, if you make this very cherry amaretto sour recipe, please be sure to give this recipe a rating or leave a comment! I love to hear when you all make recipes, and I do take the time to respond to every single comment. Feel free to drop questions below too, if you have them!
Oh and be sure to tag me on Instagram if you make the recipe! I love being able to see these recipes come to life in your homes – it’s my favorite thing to look through those photos. It really means the world to me!
Very Cherry Amaretto Sour
Yield: 1 cocktail
A delicious blend of sweet, sour and cherry!
Ingredients
2 oz amaretto
1 1/2 oz sweet & sour mix
1/2 Tbsp grenadine
1/2 oz tart cherry juice
Ice
Instructions
Add amaretto, sweet and sour mix, grenadine, and tart cherry juice to a shaker filled with ice. Shake well.
Strain into a rocks glass filled halfway with ice.
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