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Hey, y'all! I’M ashley!

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Many years ago, I created Sweetpea Lifestyle as a way of sharing simple recipes and entertaining tips with friends.⁣

Sweetpea Lifestyle is a go-to resource for dependable recipes that help you effortlessly entertain—you’ll learn to edit out the mess of over-complicated dinner parties

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🎄✨ CONFESSION: I made a charcuterie wreath… 🎄✨ CONFESSION: I made a charcuterie wreath… and I hated every second of it. It looked cute on the internet.
It sounded festive in theory. 
And in reality? It took forever, sucked up all my energy, and literally sent me out of the house to buy a new platter because I was already in too deep. 😵‍💫 This is your reminder that not every viral hosting idea is worth it. 
Hosting doesn’t have to be complicated, crafty, or exhausting to be meaningful. Sometimes the best boards are the ones you throw together in 10 minutes and actually enjoy making. If a recipe, board, or “idea” makes you feel stressed instead of joyful? You’re allowed to skip it. Full stop. 💅 🎥 Watch this reel for the behind-the-scenes chaos (and my official verdict). 👇 Tell me:
Have you ever made a Pinterest recipe or party idea that was a TOTAL regret? 
📌 Save this if you need permission to keep hosting simple
💗 Share with a friend who’s overdoing it this season . . . #HostingRealTalk #CharcuterieFail #PinterestVsReality
🥔✨ CRISPY ON THE OUTSIDE. TENDER ON THE INSID 🥔✨ CRISPY ON THE OUTSIDE. TENDER ON THE INSIDE. ZERO FUSS. ✨🥔 🕎 HappyHanukkah, y’all! Say POTATO in the comments for the recipe! 
These easy potato latkes are the kind of recipe you pull out when you want something simple that still feels special. No fancy tools, no complicated steps — just golden, crispy perfection straight from the skillet. If you’ve ever thought latkes were too much work or “only for holidays,” this is your sign to rethink that. 👀 
They come together quickly, use pantry staples, and make the perfect cozy side dish, brunch star, or snack-for-dinner situation. (Highly recommend serving with sour cream, applesauce… or both. I don’t judge 😉) ✨ Why you’ll love them:
• Crispy edges every time
• Simple ingredients you already have
• Perfect for Hanukkah or random Tuesday nights
• Crowd-pleasing and endlessly snackable Here are my tip for better latkes: • Squeeze the liquid out twice! Fluff the potatoes in between, so the inside spuds get the squeezing love, too!
• Fry at a lower temperature than you think. 
• You can make these ahead of time, then reheat in the oven. 🎥 Watch how easy these come together, then add them to your rotation ASAP. 📌 Save this for later
❤️ Share with someone who loves a crispy potato moment 
💌 Want the full recipe? Say POTATO in the comments! . . . #PotatoLatkes #EasyLatkes #CrispyPotatoes LinkDM *119*
I’m not the best baker… in fact, my claim to f I’m not the best baker… in fact, my claim to fame is I cannot bake! But, scones and biscuits?! I could make those all day long! These cherry scones are delightful. The red and green cherries are perfect for the holidays, too! Save this post for your Christmas baked goods! Want the full printable recipe? Say CHERRY in the comments, and I’ll share the recipe with you! . . . #bakedgoods #easyrecipes #homemadescones LinkDM *117*
If your holiday table needs something fresh, crunc If your holiday table needs something fresh, crunchy, and just a little indulgent, this BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad is it. 🥗✨ Smoky BBQ chicken, crispy fried onion strings, chopped greens, and the dreamiest BBQ ranch drizzle — it’s hearty enough to stand up to the holiday classics but fresh enough to make everything else feel even better. This is the salad you serve when: ✨ You want balance without sacrifice ✨ You’re hosting a crowd and need something universally loved ✨ You believe salads should feel cozy too Put it right next to the rolls, the casserole, and the good silverware. Trust me — it’ll disappear faster than the deviled eggs. 😉 👉 Save this for your holiday menu planning 💬 Say BBQ for the recipe! . . . #EasyHolidayRecipes #CrowdPleaserRecipes #DinnerPartyIdeas #choppedsalad LinkDM *116*
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Y’all! This salad is a 10/10 five star salad opt Y’all! This salad is a 10/10 five star salad option! ((Say SALAD and I’ll send you the printable recipe!)) It’s simple blend of canned corn with peppers, green onions, taco seasoning, cheese, sour cream, and some Fritos! Now, you might have seen this recipe from someone else, there’s lots of variations. I’m sharing mine and using the Honey BBQ Twists… because they give the optimal crunch factor! Who’s made this before and loves it?! . . . #cornsalad #fritoscornsalad LinkDM *115*
🍅🥖🧀 If you love dunking grilled cheese in 🍅🥖🧀 If you love dunking grilled cheese into tomato soup… and if the melty, golden cheese + bread topping from French Onion Soup makes your heart skip a beat… you are going to be OBSESSED with this Tomato Soup Gratin! This recipe layers cozy comfort in every bite: ✨ Creamy, rich tomato soup ✨ Crispy grilled cheese “croutons” floating on top ✨ A blanket of cheese baked until golden brown & bubbly It’s basically the love child of your two favorite comfort foods—grilled cheese + tomato soup—taken to the next level. Perfect for chilly nights, cozy gatherings, or when you just want to treat yourself to something sensational. Say TOMATO and I’ll share the recipe with you! Would you eat this with a spoon or scoop it up with extra bread? 👇 . . . #TomatoSoup #SoupSeason #ComfortFoodRecipe LinkDM *112*
🎄 Jingle Juice is officially BACK and the Chris 🎄 Jingle Juice is officially BACK and the Christmas party season can now begin. 🥂 If you’ve ever been to one of our Christmas cocktail parties, you already know—this punch is non-negotiable. People ask about it all year. They walk in the door and immediately scan the room to see if it’s on the bar. And when it is? Game. On. This is my legendary Jingle Juice: 
✨ Equal parts
✨ Sweet, citrusy, smooth
✨ Made for a crowd
✨ Served in a big, beautiful punch bowl
✨ And somehow always tastes like Christmas Here’s the magic formula:
🍊 Amaretto
🍊 Vodka (or gin if you’re feeling fancy)
🍊 Orange liqueur
🍊 Orange juice
🍊 A heavy splash of grenadine for that ruby glow Float in orange slices, toss in some cherries, add edible glitter if you’re extra (highly recommend), and suddenly your drink isn’t just a cocktail—it’s decor. My favorite part? It’s totally self-serve, which means I get to enjoy my own party instead of playing bartender all night. Hosting win. 🙌 If you’re hosting:
🎄 Christmas cocktail parties
🎄 Holiday open houses
🎄 Office parties
🎄 New Year’s Eve
🎄 Or literally any cozy winter gathering You NEED this on your bar. 💌 Comment JINGLE and I’ll send the full recipe straight to your DMs. . . . #christmascocktails #holidaypunch #jinglejuice #christmaspartyideas #batchcocktails LinkDM *114*
I’m about to absolutely ruin regular grilled che I’m about to absolutely ruin regular grilled cheese for you forever… 😏🧀 Because the secret ingredient isn’t just the @dukes_mayonnaise on the inside. It’s not even the double-stack of humble American cheese either… ✨ It’s BROWN SUGAR on the outside of the bread. Just a tiny sprinkle before it hits the pan. ✨ Sweet. Salty. Crispy. Buttery. Life-changing. Try it once and suddenly you’ll have feelings about grilled cheese you weren’t prepared for. Sometimes all your soul really needs is a hot, extra-cheesy grilled cheese on a cold winter night. Give this little hack a try and come back to tell me if your life is different now. 😉 . . . #grilledcheese #kitchenhacks
Chicken Cutlet Showdown. Y’all know I’ve been Chicken Cutlet Showdown. Y’all know I’ve been on a quest to make the best chicken cutlets. Well, I really wanted to know if my air fryer made a good chicken cutlet. I’ve crafted an entire post for you to read through (if you want to!) about each method. Now, this was filmed a couple of weeks ago, and I froze the cutlets. I’ve been popping one in the air fryer to reheat and I can’t tell the difference between the stove top version and the original air fryer version! Both are sensational and delicious! Say CUTLET in the comments and I’ll share the recipes with you! Do you have a preferred chicken cutlet cooking method?! . . . #chickencutlet #chickenrecipe #airfryerrecipe #airfryerchicken LinkDM *113*
✨ The E.A.S.Y. Table Setting Formula ✨ Save t ✨ The E.A.S.Y. Table Setting Formula ✨ Save this post now, so you don’t forget it! 
Hosting should feel joyful… not like a pop quiz. 😉 Here’s how to make any table look pulled-together in minutes: E — Everyday Base
Start with the pieces you reach for all the time: your basic plates, flatware, glasses, and a simple napkin. Nothing fancy. Just your faithful favorites doing what they do best. ✨ A — Add One Pretty Thing
Choose one upgrade to elevate the whole look: a folded napkin moment, a ribbon, a charger, a handwritten place card. One tiny detail = instant charm. 💕 S — Shop Your Home
My forever tip! Before you buy anything, stroll through your house. Grab candles, citrus, books, a vase, herbs from the yard—anything that adds a little personality. No rules, just delight. 🌿 Y — Your Glow
This is your signature: the thing that makes guests say, “Ooooh this is so you.” For me? Unscented Candles and a little sparkle. ✨ Hosting doesn’t have to be perfect. It just needs to be E.A.S.Y. 💗 
Want more simple hosting tips like this? ✨ Follow along and share with a friend!
✨ Hosting Without Perfection: 3 Mindset Shifts ✨ 
Here’s your gentle reminder that a memorable dinner party has nothing to do with spotless baseboards or perfectly folded napkins. Hosting is about connection — not performing. 🍽️ Mindset Shift #1: Good enough is plenty. 
Your people are coming to see you, not to inspect your grout. Light a candle, play a playlist, call it a vibe. 🍷 Mindset Shift #2: Store-bought is still thoughtful. 
Repeat after me: “My worth is not tied to making three sauces from scratch.” Your guests will survive (and rave). 💗 Mindset Shift #3: Imperfect moments become the best stories. 
Burned bread? Forgot the garnish? That’s the stuff people remember — and laugh about for years. Hosting isn’t about perfection. It’s about welcoming people into your real life. And honestly? That’s the magic. ✨ Tell me your favorite hosting “oops” that still turned out beautifully! . . . #hostingtips #dinnerpartyideas
Welcome to Sweetpea, y’all! 🤍 You just walk Welcome to Sweetpea, y’all! 🤍 You just walked into the coziest corner of the internet — where we romanticize dinner, believe your table is already enough, and fully ignore the laundry on the chair. 🙋🏼‍♀️ I’m Ashley — your dinner-party-obsessed hostess bestie who believes good food + gathered people can quietly change the world. Around here, we do:
✨ Simple, delicious recipes (no culinary degree required)
✨ Hosting without stress or perfection
✨ Cozy home rhythms that actually fit real life
✨ Dinner party magic without the pressure You don’t need fancy napkins, a spotless house, or a five-course menu to host. You just need a little courage, something warm in the oven, and a heart that’s willing to gather people close. If you’re new here — I’m so glad you found your way to my kitchen. Kick off your shoes, save what inspires you, and make yourself at home. 🤍 👉 Save this post so you can find these hosting ideas later! 👉 Share this with a friend who loves a cozy dinner night. ✨ Double-tap if you believe dinner doesn’t have to be fancy to be magical. 💬 Tell me below: What kind of content do you want more of — recipes, hosting tips, or cozy home rhythms? . . . #sweetpealifestyle #cozyhosting #dinnerpartyinspo #hostingmadeeasy #simplegatherings
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There is something about a slow, cozy Monday morni There is something about a slow, cozy Monday morning by the Christmas tree with cinnamon rolls in the oven that just fixes your nervous system, you know? These Magnolia Table x Target frozen cinnamon rolls honestly shocked me—in the best way. They tasted like something I would’ve spent all morning kneading, proofing, and swearing over… but instead? Straight from the freezer to the oven. This is your reminder that homemade doesn’t always have to mean from scratch. Sometimes it means warm, soft, gooey, bakery-style cinnamon rolls with zero dishes and zero stress. If you’re in your soft life era, your cozy hosting era, or your romanticize-your-mornings era, you need these in your freezer. ✨ Save this for December ✨ Send it to your cozy friend ✨ And tell me—are you team extra icing or just enough? #cozymornings #christmasathome #targetfinds #magnoliapartner #cinnamonrolls
I make chicken thighs that will ruin restaurant ch I make chicken thighs that will ruin restaurant chicken for you. And the hot honey ranch is how I like my books: a little spicy, a little sweet. 😌🔥🍯 These are sticky, crispy-edged, ranch-kissed, hot-honey-drizzled little love stories straight out of my air fryer (or oven, if you’re feeling traditional). The kind of dinner that makes people stop mid-conversation and go, “Wait… what is this?” ✔️ Weeknight easy ✔️ Company-worthy ✔️ Dangerous for your self-control ✔️ Absolutely not safe around picky eaters If you’ve been stuck in a “boring chicken era,” consider this your official rescue. 💌 Save this for later 🍗 Send this to your favorite chicken-lover 📥 Comment “Oh yeah, baby!” and I’ll send the recipe straight to your inbox #hotchicken #chickenthighs #easychickendinner #airfryerchicken #weeknightdinnerideas LinkDM *111*
🍅✨ These Air Fryer Chicken Skewers with Sun-D 🍅✨ These Air Fryer Chicken Skewers with Sun-Dried Tomato Marinade are everything you love about Marry Me Chicken—juicy chicken thighs, garlic, lemon, Parmesan—without the heavy cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, easy entertaining, or meal prep. 🔗 Say CHICKEN to snag the recipe! The chicken gets tossed in a rich, zesty marinade of olive oil, sun-dried tomato oil, pizza seasoning, and fresh garlic, then air fried until crispy-edged and tender inside. A quick garlic–lemon butter glaze takes it over the top. ✅ Ready in just 20 minutes
✅ Dairy-free option included
✅ Works with chicken breast or thighs
✅ Perfect for the air fryer or grill Save this if you love quick chicken recipes with BIG flavor. Tag your bestie—make it tonight and watch it disappear! 🏆 📌 Save this for your next gathering! 🏷️ Tag a friend who needs another air fryer recipe… that won’t disappoint!
🔗 Say CHICKEN to snag the recipe! . . . #AirFryerChicken #ChickenSkewers #christmaschicken
🌶🍲 Need an easy, cozy dinner that basically 🌶🍲 Need an easy, cozy dinner that basically makes itself? Say “I want the recipe!” in the comments and I’ll share it with you! Meet this 5-Ingredient Chili—a hearty, comforting recipe that’s quick, budget-friendly, and freezer-perfect. The best part? It’s made with pantry staples, comes together in under 30 minutes, and you can top it however YOU like—think shredded cheese, sour cream, cornbread, or even taco fixings. 🏆 Why This Works: * Only 5 ingredients—easy on time, budget, and cleanup. * Freezer-friendly and perfect for meal prep. * Packed with protein! Keeps you full. * Family-friendly flavor that everyone can customize with toppings. * Works for weeknights, football games, or a cozy dinner party. 👉 Save this chili for your next game day or busy weeknight, and SHARE it with a friend who needs a quick dinner win! 🍲 .
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#5IngredientChili #EasyDinnerIdeas #highprotein #proteinpackeddinner
Finishing 2025 with candles lit, charcuterie stack Finishing 2025 with candles lit, charcuterie stacked, lipstick dangerous, and a guest list that leaves obsessed every time. Hosting doesn’t have to be perfect—just a little flirty, a little fun, and full of good food and better company. If you’re trying to romanticize your life one dinner party at a time, hit that ❤️ and tell me your hostess energy in one word. . . . #hostingtips #christmas2025 #newyearprep
💡 Sharing a meal might seem small… but it’s 💡 Sharing a meal might seem small… but it’s one of the most powerful things we can do. It’s Day 5 of Hosting Essentials, and I’m excited. 
It’s easy to think shared experiences have to be big—vacations, milestone moments, Instagram-worthy events. But what if the most meaningful ones happen on a random Tuesday night, around a table full of leftovers and honesty? When life feels messy, the invitation still stands. Especially when life feels messy. Let someone in.
Let them see the pile of laundry on the couch.
Let them witness the chaos, and the care. ✨ Shared experiences are for now, not someday. 
And sharing dinner? That’s the kind of magic that quietly changes the world. I’ve got a list of my favorite dinners to share around the table! Say DINNER and I’ll share the link with you! . . . #HostingEssentials #SharedExperiences #DinnerPartyMagic #GatheringMatters #HospitalityWithHeart LinkDM *110*
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