Blood Orange Margarita
Traditional flavors of a classic margarita but with the a hint of raspberry and citrus.Winter citrus I find to be so interesting. From juicy grapefruit to the blood orange, I...
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Blueberry Feta Almond Salad
A easy salad for weeknight meals, add some roasted chicken or salmon for a more hearty meal. Perfect lunch too. INGREDIENTS 1 -6 oz. container Spring Mix, 80 Acres Farms...
Blueberry Vinaigrette
Capture the essence of summer in this delicious addition to your salads. INGREDIENTS 1 cup smashed blueberries 1/4 cup Champagne Vinegar 3 tablespoons honey, local is best 1 tablespoon fresh,...
Country Ham Pate
A family favorite using Kentucky Country Ham. This is an elevated recipe of ham salad, best served on homemade Buttermilk Biscuits. INGREDIENTS 1/2 pound cooked Kentucky Country Ham 1/2 cup...
Beef Bourguignon
I have scoured so many cookbooks to find a recipe that was somewhat easy to make and delicious. This recipe is adapted from Ina Garden, as a fan of her...
Strawberry Jalapeño Margarita
I had an epiphany! Why not shake some Strawberry Jalapeño Jam into our favorite margarita recipe? The result is a sweet, spicy, refreshing cocktail perfect for date night and cocktails...
Chicken Chili
The Yellow Notebook is full of recipes that my Mother compiled for me many years ago, recently I came across a Chicken Chili recipe. It’s actually a recipe that my...
Hanky Panky
There is always a recipe for every occasion and sure enough, I found Nancy’s Canapés as I was flipping through the pages of the Yellow Notebook. Mom’s handwritten note above...
Frozen Watermelon Mint Julep
Mint juleps in and of themselves are refreshing and I enjoy them year-round, not just for Derby season. There’s just something about that icy cold julep cup that makes them...
Aperol Spritz
The Aperol Spritz was the perfect choice to cool down, refresh, and relax after a sizzling day at the beach. It quickly became our Happy Hour go-to–at least while we...
Summer Vegetable Salad
For those of you who don’t know, the “notebook” is a collection of recipes my mother lovingly wrote for me–in her perfect cursive handwriting. She gave it to me years...
Blackberry Bramble Cocktail
INGREDIENTS 2 ounces Kentucky bourbon 1 and 1/4 ounces. freshly squeezed orange juice 1/2 ounces freshly squeeze lemon juice 1/4 ounce Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon Barrel-Aged Pure Maple Syrup 5...
Easy Chicken Casserole
In our family we called it “The Casserole”, an easy and delicious chicken dish filled with almonds, broccoli and covered a tasty sauce. It was the dish my Mom took...
The Lily Cocktail
The Lily is the signature drink created for the Kentucky Oaks race (the day before the Derby) and is a close relative of the Cosmopolitan. But do step away from...
Benedictine Spread
This Kentucky Derby Day favorite is named for its creator Jennie Carter Benedict – a legendary Kentucky restauranteur, cookbook author and caterer. My favorite way to enjoy Benedictine is on...
Bourbon Ball Cake
Julie McAllister, the creative cake genius behind Julie McAllister Cakes, was so inspired by our Bourbon Balls she created a cake recipe in the form of a bourbon ball cake...
Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs
The Deviled Egg is a perfect appetizer! Stir in our Pimento Cheese for an elevated treat. A simple and easy, small bite to make for family and friends for your...
Glazed Chicken Wings
Chicken wings are not just for football season! Now I am not one to let a party day pass me by, so I have been In the Curious Kitchen planning...
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
For as long as I can remember, my birthday cake came from Magee’s Bakery, a tiny corner bakery shop in my hometown of Frankfort, KY. I just loved going there...
Spiced Pecans
Pecans always have a home here. A staple in my pantry, pecans are the perfect canvas for a sweet and savory treat,. Spiced nuts are easy to make and add...