Ahhh… nothing smells like Springtime to me like the mesmerizing floral scents of the lovely lilac. I grew up in Ohio, so lilac trees were a common sight (not so much here in Raleigh, NC). My mother had several in … Continued
Monica Womble
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Mix it Up: Four Cheese Spinach Dip
Gather Supplies: (makes about 4 servings) 8 ounces of cream cheese, room temperature 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 Tablespoons freshly grated Romano cheese 2 Tablespoons red bell pepper, very finely chopped 2 green onions, finely chopped 1 cup of wilted … Continued
Stir it Up: Pepino’s Revenge
Gather supplies: (makes 1 drink) Four 1/2-inch-thick slices of Japanese cucumber, plus thin cucumber slices for garnish 2 large basil leaves, plus small basil leaves for garnish 1 1/2 ounces silver tequila, such as Patron 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice 1/2 … Continued
Green Trick Dianthus
Green flowers are always popular and until just recently, choices were limited to mums, hydrangeas, and (gasp!) the dyed carnation. But there’s a new kid on the block, and its name is Green Trick Dianthus. This cheery and head-turning flower … Continued
Mix it Up: Valentine Pretzel Bites
Valentine Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites Gather Supplies: (makes about 45 pretzel bites) 2 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (12 oz) pkg chocolate … Continued