Maggie’s Menu: Praline Cheesecake

Posted by magpie
On March 30, 2016

Message from Maggie: I was planning to do a simple cheesecake for our Easter dessert but my mother in law directed me to this fancier version, which was a big hit. Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups crushed graham crackers (about 22 total) 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup + 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted 1/2 cup […]

Maggie’s Menu: The Potato Thing

Posted by magpie
On March 29, 2016

Message from Maggie: This is one of my mother in-laws recipes. I found it a bit intimidating since there are not exact amounts. I promise you it is forgiving and easy! We made this together the day before Easter as a side for our holiday dinner. Its even better the next day! Ingredients: 2 small […]

Make: Bunny Crecent Rolls

Posted by magpie
On March 28, 2016

Message from Maggie: With my 2 year old nephew in town this weekend I purchased a tube of Crescent rolls. Rather than following the instructions I took it up a notch and made them Easter themed. Ingredients: Crescent Rolls Instructions: To open Crescent Rolls open package according to package. Rather than roll in Crescent shapes […]

Make: Ombre Easter Eggs + Vintage Fork Place Card Holders

Posted by magpie
On March 27, 2016

Message from Maggie: I brainstormed on the perfect easter place setting. I decided to kill two birds with one stone and use the ombre easter eggs I’ve been dreaming of as place cards and use this opportunity to tell you about the vintage forks we used as place card holders at my wedding. Ingredients: Eggs Easter […]

Maggie’s Menu: Rack of Lamb

Posted by magpie
On March 26, 2016

Message from Maggie: I hosted my in-laws for Easter this year. This recipe came from my sister in law and has become a favorite. Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary leaves 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2 racks of lamb (Note: I like […]

Maggie’s Menu: BBQ Short Ribs

Posted by magpie
On March 24, 2016

Message from Maggie: This is one of my father in laws favorite meals and since he will be with us tomorrow I made this for his birthday dinner. I plan to serve this along side green beans, risotto, a big salad, and a peach pie for dessert. Note: You can make this a day in […]

Make: Roasted Red Peppers

Posted by magpie
On March 23, 2016

Message from Maggie: I married an Italian who loves roasted red peppers on his sandwiches. It does give it a fresh flavor. Here is a quick an easy way to bring these peppers to a sandwich near you. Ingredients: Roasted red peppers Extra virgin olive oil Instructions: Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Place the whole […]

Make: Easter Bunny Napkins

Posted by magpie
On March 22, 2016

Message from Maggie: My in-laws are visiting this weekend for Easter and it happens to fall just days after my father in law’s birthday. We are preparing a special birthday dinner for him on Thursday and to get in the Easter spirit I folded the napkins into the shape of bunnies. Details for your Easter […]

Make: Easter Floral Arrangements

Posted by magpie
On March 21, 2016

Message from Maggie: My in-laws are in town this weekend to celebrate Easter. I am working to do a little each day to prepare. Today I did the first round of grocery shopping for the non-perishables and will get the rest of the produce closer to their arrival. I made two Easter inspired flower arrangements […]

Make: Easter Egg Baskets + Egg Hunt

Posted by magpie
On March 15, 2016

Message from Maggie: My husbands family including my 2 year old nephew are coming to visit for Easter. Since I will be traveling the next two weeks I planned ahead and got the eggs for the hunt stuffed and the baskets made in advance. Check out my tips below. Instructions: Easter Baskets Find a beautiful […]

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