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New recipe! Homemade McDonald's Peanut Butter Crunch McFlurry—yummmm!
Sweet summer fruits are ripe for the picking!
There's nothing as refreshing as fruity drinks and desserts on a hot day.
What you'll find here:
I create welcoming recipes and share stories inspired by my Vermont roots and Irish heritage. My baking and comfort food ideas help folks create a delicious table and make memories with those around it.

Spearmint Iced Tea. Um, yes please!
Cool drinks to sip on the porch

The best salsas to make this summer
My favorite Irish recipe is...

What does Hungry Enough To Eat Six mean?
It's inspired by this Yogi Berra quote: "You better cut that pizza into four pieces, I'm not hungry enough to eat six!" Well, I am ALWAYS hungry enough to eat six! How about you?
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Some of my latest Food Writing work, including articles for Taste Of Home and Mashed.
I Made ‘Marry Me Chicken’ and Yes, the Sauce Is *That* Good
It’s the sun-dried tomatoes in creamy sauce that really win hearts.
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Jack’s Candy Is Essentially The Costco Of Sweets - Mashed
Jack’s Candy feels just like a Costco or a Sam’s Club, except it’s all candy, and better yet, anyone can shop there because no membership is required.
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You’re Three Ingredients Away from One of the Best Sandwiches Ever: The Fluffernutter
A New England lunch box staple, the fluffernutter is ridiculously delicious.
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I Asked My Teenager to Make Dinner. Here’s What Happened.
Take a night off from cooking. You can have the kids take over!
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This Vintage Cocktail Needs a Comeback ASAP
This surprising combination makes a delicious drink.
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Sorry Taco Bell, Tlayuda Is The Original Mexican-Style Pizza - Mashed
To experience the flavor and texture of a true Mexican pizza, don’t say Taco Bell: say tlayuda.
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