Maggie’s Menu: Tuxedo Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Posted by magpie
On April 28, 2016

Message from Maggie: As another take on this recipe, I created these black tie inspired chocolate covered strawberries. Ingredients: 1 pint of strawberries Parchment paper 1 cup of white chocolate chips 1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips Instructions: Wash strawberries and dry thoroughly. Melt white chocolate chips in microwavable dish in 30 second increments stirring […]

Maggie’s Menu: Sprinkled Sugar Cookies

Posted by magpie
On April 25, 2016

Message from Maggie: Brad is under the wether so I made his favorite cookies to cheer him up. Ingredients: 1 cup Unsalted Butter (softened to room temperature) 1 cup Sugar 1 Large Egg (room temperature) 1/2 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract 1/4 teaspoon Almond Extract 2 1/4 cup All Purpose Flour 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder 1/2 […]

Maggie’s Menu: Basic Grilled Curry Chicken

Posted by magpie
On April 18, 2016

Message from Maggie: Its BEAUTIFUL in DC this weekend. Brad and I planted our herb and vegetable garden and made plans for our shed remodel. In the mean time I organized, purged, and labeled whats left in the shed. Tonight we are relaxing and enjoying guac and chips before chicken on the grill served with […]

Maggie’s Menu: Hanger Steak Rub

Posted by magpie
On April 17, 2016

Message from Maggie: My husband had this Ina Garten recipe at his boss’s house last summer. Tonight we are hosting friends and thought it’d be fun to have hanger steaks two ways (this and this). Ingredients: For the steaks: 2 hanger steaks olive oil For the rub: 2 tbsp ground coffee 1.5 tbsp brown sugar […]

Make: Emoji Cupcakes

Posted by magpie
On April 13, 2016

Message from Maggie: This weekend my coworker Lindsay just got engaged! We are hosting a little surprise celebration for her this afternoon and I wanted to do something silly to celebrate. As an avid emoji user, I thought these cupcakes would be perfect for her. Materials: Cupcake ingredients Frosting ingredients Food coloring Spatula Squeeze bottles […]

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 […]

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: Number Cakes

Posted by magpie
On March 7, 2016

Message from Maggie: This weekend with my parents in town we celebrated my husbands 30th birthday. My sweet niece and I made these fun number cakes to celebrate. Instructions: Determine the numbers you need. Use the icon below to determine what combo and type of cakes to make. Make the cakes and let them cook. […]

Maggie’s Menu: Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted by magpie
On March 5, 2016

Message from Maggie: We have visitors this weekend so I made a treat to have around the house. I decided to make these bite size chocolate chip cookies which are sure to please! Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated […]