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Summer Vegetable Recipes

I know I’ve said it a thousand times but it bears repeating: the farmers market is one of my favorite places. Especially when this season rolls around. A rainbow of colors hits you when you walk in and it just gets better week after week in the summer. All of my favorites are either in season now…or just about to enter peak season!

I don’t know about you but I can’t get enough vegetables in the steamy, sizzling summer months. I think it’s been this way all of my life. Even though we didn’t have a home garden when I was growing up, we always seemed to benefit from others who did. Lots of fresh green beans, cucumbers, squash, all shapes and sizes of peppers, and corn. I’m not forgetting about the tomatoes but I’m saving them for another day…they are just coming to perfection so stay tuned.

Today, I’m turning my curious attention to corn. A beautiful display caught my eye last week when I was visiting my local farmers market and I couldn’t resist. Now I must confess, corn isn’t exactly one of my favorites but for some reason, I had a “food memory” moment and my thoughts went back in time to my Mother’s delicious Corn Casserole. It made it into the “notebook” and I knew I had to try it for myself.

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Mom’s Best Recipe

In our family we called it “The Casserole”, an easy and delicious chicken dish filled with almonds, broccoli and covered a tasty sauce.

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Derby Party Recipes

The greatest two minutes in sports. Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with east to make cocktails and food recipes.

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Kentucky Bourbon Ball

Celebrate the taste of Kentucky with our bourbon infused, pecan filled and chocolate covered confection. It’s not just for Christmas! Give as a gift to your favorite hostess, best customers or enjoy at your Kentucky Derby party.

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The Mint Julep

History of the Mint Julep. A simple and delicious cocktail to celebrate the Kentucky Derby.

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Easter Recipes

It is time to bring out fresh linens, bring out the fresh floral arrangements, and do not forget the Easter baskets.

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Happy Birthday Cake

Pineapple Upside-down Cake is a childhood favorite. My sister made it for me one year and from that point forward I have chosen this cake as my own.

Happy Birthday to me!

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St. Patrick’s Day

Easy to make Guiness Stout Stew, the perfect addition to your St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

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My Year of Professional Development

Education has always been a part of my personal development, past and present. This year is no exception for me and I have four different events on my calendar.

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Celebrating President’s Day

True story or not, the whole cherry tree story made me think about how much I love cherries…and, of course, In the Curious Kitchen Boozy Cherries.

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Super Bowl Recipes

And you seriously cannot have a Super Bowl Party without wings! I am taking a little curious twist with my wings and making In the Curious Kitchen Hot Pepper Jelly Chicken Wings. I have recently added Hot Pepper Jelly to my online shop and it has been a big seller—just as it is at market! People tell me that they keep a jar or two in their pantry just because it is truly one of the most versatile ingredients and if you are in a pinch, you can always just spread it on top of a block of cream cheese and serve it with just about any cracker you have on hand!

But give these Hot Pepper Jelly Chicken Wings a try. The recipe is super easy and super delish! Your wings will be a little sweet, sticky with a slight kick and a whole lot of sass!

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