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Chalupa Party (How to Host This Easy Dinner Party)
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Chalupa Party (How to Host This Easy Dinner Party)

Taco Tower (Fun Taco Party Idea!)
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Taco Tower (Fun Taco Party Idea!)

Tini Weenie Party (TikTok’s Martini Party Idea)
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Tini Weenie Party (TikTok’s Martini Party Idea)

Girl’s Taco Night (Easy Party Idea)
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Girl’s Taco Night (Easy Party Idea)

Surf and Turf Tower Dinner Party Menu
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Surf and Turf Tower Dinner Party Menu

The Best Steak and Shrimp Recipes for Surf and Turf
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The Best Steak and Shrimp Recipes for Surf and Turf

​The Best Classic V8 Bloody Mary Recipe 
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​The Best Classic V8 Bloody Mary Recipe 

Patriotic 4th of July Recipes Perfect for a Crowd
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Patriotic 4th of July Recipes Perfect for a Crowd

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How are you supposed to move onto normal life, whe How are you supposed to move onto normal life, when the life you feel cowardly leaving is a horror show… How are you supposed to be “business as usual,” when you know people are missing, you know they’ve lost everything… How are you supposed to share recipes when you can still hear the trees falling around you, praying it wouldn’t be on you… While I am safe and sound, I’m stuck in a middle ground… Part of me is compartmentalizing all the things, all the sites, all the smells, all the sounds from my beloved hometown; pining to move forward, posting content, and living life. The other part of me sits in silence, paralyzed, feeling helpless. Feeling guilty for leaving town and not sticking it out. ((But, if you can leave you’re supposed to evacuate, right?)) I’m not good at the helpless thing. I’m terrible in emergency situations, I’m not the person you call for that. I am great at making a plan and taking action. Seeing a situation, assessing what needs to be done, and getting it done. THIS. This is too much. 💔 Love to all my dear people as we charge forward, through another unprecedented time. As I gather my content plan and pivot, please know that when I post something, there is a broken heart posting. I’m not disregarding the devastation, but I’m just putting it in a box and not keeping it tucked away. #hurricanehelene #828isgreat
Hi, People. I’m safe. My family and dear ones ar Hi, People. I’m safe. My family and dear ones are safe. 💕 My beloved Asheville has been tossed and turned over, something I hope I never see again in my lifetime. 💔
What’s missing from your life?? Maybe a little What’s missing from your life?? Maybe a little Spicy Maple Bacon?! Roast your bacon, but add a little swirly, twirly drizzle of maple syrup, red pepper flakes, and black pepper… It takes my main squeeze Snoop D-O-double Gs Billionaire’s Bacon and gives it a little Autumn Lift. Come on now! . . . #hurricanehelene #easyrecipes #baconrecipe #snoopdoggrecipe
I am about to BLOW your mind with this Grilled Che I am about to BLOW your mind with this Grilled Cheese Secret Ingredient… ((And y'all, unclutch your pearls...)) No, it’s not the @dukes_mayonnaise I put on the inside… No, it’s not the humble American Cheese double stack… It’s BROWN SUGAR! Just a smidge on the outside of the toasted bread! Try it and tell me how you feel about your life after. Sometimes, you just need a truly cheesy grilled cheese sandwich on a cold winter’s night. Give this “hack” a try, and let me know what you think! . . . #grilledcheese #kitchenhacks
Chicken Ranch Dip! This is a play on Buffalo Chic Chicken Ranch Dip! This is a play on Buffalo Chicken Dip, but instead of hot and spicy chicken dip, we’re flipping the cards. It’s a great dip for when you have some people who don’t like the spicy buffalo chicken dip. The spicy people still get their kick with the spicy chips dipped into the cool, ranch flavored dip. It’s a great way to use up leftover rotisserie chicken, or make a show-stopping appetizer for game day, holiday parties, etc. Say RANCH in the comments, and I’ll send it to you!! . . . #chickendip #chickenrecipe #easyappetizer
Cheesy Stuffed Chicken! It’s a mouthful, that i Cheesy Stuffed Chicken! It’s a mouthful, that is SO yummy!! RECIPE for 2 Chicken Cutlets: 2 Chicken Cutlets, that you’ve added a slit to, to stuff the cheese mixture in. 2 TBS Olive Oil, divided 1 TBS The Usual, divided Cheese Mixture: 3 TBS Shallots and Chive Boursin Cheese (any flavor will do!) 3 TBS Shredded Cheddar Cheese 2 TBS Cream Cheese, room temperature To your chicken that’s been sliced, cover it with one tablespoon of the olive oil and half the seasoning blend. Rub it down all over. Mash your cheese mixture together, and stuff into your chicken evenly. If you feel like you need some toothpicks to hold it all together, go for it. Sprinkle the rest of the seasoning blend, and the rest of the olive oil. Bake your chicken at 350˚ for 30-35 minutes, or until it’s cooked through to 165 degrees internally! Let it rest for 5+ minutes. And be careful! That cheese with scorch your mouth… Don’t ask me how I know, but I know. . . . #chickenrecipe #hurricanehelene #cheesychicken
Lipton Onion Dip is Hurricane Ready! Y’all, it’s a classic for a reason! This is a great snack to keep in your fridge for Hurricane Helene! When you have your container of dip ready in the fridge, you’re ready for all the reading and dipping your heart can measure! What’s your favorite way to dip into this recipe? . . . #easyappetizer #hurriancerecipes #hurricanehelene #retrorecipes
A little @callieshotlittlebiscuit and maple bacon A little @callieshotlittlebiscuit and maple bacon for Hurricane Helene! #hurricanehelene #828isgreat #bhgfood
Welcome, Autumn! I love you. Fall means, it’s t Welcome, Autumn! I love you. Fall means, it’s time to get back to Sunday Roast Dinners. Roasting a chicken at the beginning/end (is Monday your start of the week, or is Sunday?!) of your week is one of the most comforting things to do for yourself. The garlic herb butter is the chef’s kiss for a *moist* flavor-filled chicken that pairs with all the side dishes you can think of. It’s also great for making chicken salad for the week, or using in soups and casseroles. Need the printable recipe?! Say BIRD in the comments, and I’ll share the recipe! Cheers to cooler-ish weather, and Libra season! . . . #roastedchicken #libraseason #easydinnerrecipe #sundayroastdinner
Vanilla Almond Iced Tea! This recipe is an oldie Vanilla Almond Iced Tea! This recipe is an oldie but a true Goldie! 🎉 In the south, people are known for their glass of tea and maybe the porch you share it on! 🥰 This tea recipe uses simple store-bought staples that you pour together. It’s definitely a cheater iced tea recipe, and I’ve been chastised for it...a LOT! 🤦🏼‍♀️😬 Here’s how you make it! ✅ Pour a bottle of UNsweetened tea into your drink dispenser. ✅ Pour a bottle of Simply Lemonade into the dispenser. ✅ Add ✌️ tablespoons of vanilla extract. ✅ Add ✌️ tablespoons of almond extract. 🥄 Stir them together, top with ice, and garnish with lots of sliced lemons. 🍋 It’s the PERFECT Game Day weekend drink! It was so refreshing, with an extra zing you didn’t know you were missing in your life! 🥳 Want a printable version?! Say TEA in the comments, and I’ll share the recipe! . . . #sweettea #teatime #southernsweettea #arnoldpalmer #beveragino
Summer is coming to a close, but that doesn’t me Summer is coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean grill season has to end… and you’re going to want these grilled chicken tips! ((tips for grilling chicken…)) Using the Power Hour Marinade I keep in my fridge, spritz a lemon over the chicken while your grill preheats. When your grill is hot and ready, place your chicken on the grill and DO NOT SHUT THE LID. Leave the chicken alone for a few minutes, turn to either a 10 or 2 position, and THEN close the grill. I love having grilled chicken with salad, sides, in a wrap, salad, etc. What do you pair your chicken with? Say CHICKEN in the comments and I’ll share the recipe with you! . . . #grilledchicken #grillingtips #chickenrecipe #easyrecipes
You need an EASY chicken marinade! In a zippy bag You need an EASY chicken marinade! In a zippy bag, add in some chicken chunks… Glug in some Worcestershire sauce and bottled Italian dressing. Close up the bag, zhuzh it around, and let it marinate for a few hours! String your chicken onto soaked skewers and air fryer. ((Yes! You could grill these!)) This is a quick meal prep idea when you’re pressed for time. Or, say you’re grilling up a bunch of food… add one more thing to list and make next week’s lunches a breeze!! Say CHICKEN for the printable recipe! . . . #airfryerrecipe #airfryerchicken #chickenrecipe #chickenmarinade #mealprep #marinaderecipe
Steakhouse Chicken! Y’all… Don’t sleep on th Steakhouse Chicken! Y’all… Don’t sleep on this recipe. You’ll take a steak marinade with a couple of other ingredients. Add in CHICKEN and marinade overnight. Grill it up, then once it’s off the grill, top it with a herby, garlicky steak butter… Oh, me, oh my oh! (Look at Miss Ohio…) This chicken is tender, juicy, packed with flavor, and incredibly ✨MOIST!✨ Want the recipe?! Say “CHICKEN” in the comments, and I’ll share the recipe with you! . . . #foodwinewomen #bhgfood #womenchefs #foodgawker #foodiechats #onmytable
If there is one thing that will take your salad fr If there is one thing that will take your salad from lifeless to lifeGIVING is the dressing! This Boursin Shallot Dressing is a bougie ranch dressing, okay! You take your (homemade!) ranch dressing, add in some @garlic.expressions dressing, plus half a knob of @boursincheese to a food processor. Add in a shallot, fresh garlic clove, and fresh basil, blend it all up, and you’ve got an amazing dressing for salad, or dip fresh veggies in it! Store in an air-tight jar for up to one week, it won’t last that long, I promise! If you need some measurements here you go: 1 cup Ranch Dressing 1/4 cup Garlic Expressions Dressing 1 Shallot, diced 3 Garlic Cloves, diced 2.5 ounces Boursin Shallot & Chive Flavored Cheese 1/2 cup Fresh Basil So good, y’all! How are you going to use yours?! . . . #saladrecipe #saladdressing #homemadedressing
Greek Chicken Skewers! Greek Chicken Platter! 🥰 Y’all, hear it for my sweet mama hype me up! I’ve never published (or photographed… or truly tested!) this Greek Chicken recipe. Blogging is so much work, and while it sounds trivial, sometimes I just don’t want to! But, this greek chicken was super delish, and I keep wanting to share it! It’s been requested over and over, plus it’s just a great “base” recipe to have in your recipe box! Say PLEASE and I’ll share the recipe with you! . . . #chickenrecipe #greekchicken #easyrecipes
Brie Cake! Cheese Cake. Layered Brie? Whatever Brie Cake! Cheese Cake. Layered Brie? Whatever you want to call it… it’s a cute way to serve this cheese! And, with Autumn flavors rolling into stores, use any flavor of jam or preserve you find. I used an Amaretto Peach Pecan preserve, along with the Spiced Cherry Preserves from @murrayscheese. Y’all! That spiced cherry preserve might be my favorite! Cheers to gathering some friends with wine and cheese, and giving them a real Wow Factor! . . . . #cheesecake #wineandcheese #wowfactor #hostingideas
Since it's Friday, let's do a #fridayintroductions Since it's Friday, let's do a #fridayintroductions for anyone who's new!⁣ ⁣ 🙋 I'm Ashley - the Sweetpea behind Sweetpea where good food gathers people. ⁣ ⁣ 🏠 I'm from Asheville, NC and I think #828isgreat -- seriously, it's the best.⁣ ⁣ Here are 🖐 things you need to know about me:⁣ 1️⃣ I love gathering people around the table with good food and drinks.⁣ 2️⃣ I’m loving getting up and getting dressed! Yay! 3️⃣ I love Champagne, and pop bottles as often as I can! 🍾 4️⃣ Every dog I see you'll hear "OMG! A Dog!"⁣ 5️⃣ EXTRA is my middle name. When you come to my home, there will always be something EXTRA! Tell me about YOU! I’d love to hear what your weekend plans are! If you’re not following along, go ahead, what are you waiting for?! You’ll find easy recipes that help you effortlessly gather people around your table any night of the week. We edit out the mess of the overcomplicated and dive head first into: ✔️ Exploring community ✔️ Creating traditions ✔️ Learning to maximize your time and live your most effective life Good food gathers people, so you will always get deliciously simple inspiration. Give me a 🎉 if you're here for it all!
Wanna know the secret to “effortless” entertai Wanna know the secret to “effortless” entertaining?! DO AS MUCH AHEAD OF TIME AS POSSIBLE! That’s it, y’all!! 🥣 Set out the servingware you’re using. 🍽️ Set your table. 🍤 Set up the snacks. 🔥 Get your Youtube fireplace roaring. 🕯️ Light the candles. And, y’all! You are 98% on your way to enjoying your dinner party WITH your people!
These little cutie-patootie-pizza-puffs are just w These little cutie-patootie-pizza-puffs are just what you need! I’ve been sitting on this “recipe” since it’s trending time, but wanted to share a version you could freeze and AIR FRY later. After a few goes, this is the winning version. I’ve got a (relatively short without a backstory of days gone by…) detailed recipe post for you over on the blog! Say PIZZA in the comments, and I’ll share my tips! . . . #easyrecipes #easyappetizer #copycatrecipes #pizzapuffs #crazypuffs
Cheesy BBQ Chicken Dip! Absolute stunner at a li Cheesy BBQ Chicken Dip! Absolute stunner at a little “Ssip and Dip” I hosted a few weeks ago! If you love buffalo chicken dip, you’ll love this sweet and tangy version. So, while your “others” are watching the Big Game collectively, snag your people and ‘Ssip while you dip! Ready for the recipe?! Here you go: 2 cups Shredded Chicken 4 ounces Softened Cream Cheese 8 ounces Shredded Cheddar Cheese (reserve a little for the top!) 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce, extra for a little drizzle Mix it all up and smoosh into a baking dish. Drizzle some extra BBQ sauce on top, as well as an extra sprinky-dink of cheese. Bake at 350* for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly! Serve with crunchy chips, crackers, or your favorite dipper. . . . . #bbqchickendip #chickendip #tailgaterecipe #gamedaygrub #gamedayrecipe
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