Gin and Cupcakes

Forcing food on my loved ones since 2005.

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Watermelon Margaritas 

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Green-eyed kitty. 

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Greek 7-Layer Dip - a healthy option perfect for your next gathering! In a glass bowl, carefully layer the following: 

Two containers Sabra Traditional Hummus Tzatziki sauce (1 cup Greek yogurt mixed with a handful of chopped fresh dill, a clove of finely chopped garlic, and the juice of one lemon) 1/2 cup diced roasted red pepper  1 cup peeled, chopped, and seeded cucumber  1 cup chopped tomato 1/4 cup crumbled Feta cheese 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata olives Fresh parsley garnish 

Serve with Stacy’s Naked Pita Chips for a tasty and healthy Super Bowl snack. 

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The Blue Pompom - Add 2oz  vodka and 2oz Tropicana Farmstand Blueberry Pomegranate to a shaker with ice. Strain and top off with Izze Sparkling Pomegranate. Commence to football. 

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My fave fall cocktail! This recipe is simple and universally approved in our household. This is great for a regular fall evening cocktail but also makes an excellent party punch:

2 parts dark spiced rum 2 parts apple cider 3 parts ginger ale Orange slice garnish

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My fave fall cocktail! This recipe is simple and universally approved in our household. This is great for a regular fall evening cocktail but also makes an excellent party punch:

2 parts dark spiced rum 2 parts apple cider 3 parts ginger ale Orange slice garnish

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My fave fall cocktail! This recipe is simple and universally approved in our household. This is great for a regular fall evening cocktail but also makes an excellent party punch:

2 parts dark spiced rum 2 parts apple cider 3 parts ginger ale Orange slice garnish

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My fave fall cocktail! This recipe is simple and universally approved in our household. This is great for a regular fall evening cocktail but also makes an excellent party punch:

2 parts dark spiced rum 2 parts apple cider 3 parts ginger ale Orange slice garnish

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My fave fall cocktail! This recipe is simple and universally approved in our household. This is great for a regular fall evening cocktail but also makes an excellent party punch:

2 parts dark spiced rum 2 parts apple cider 3 parts ginger ale Orange slice garnish

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My fave fall cocktail! This recipe is simple and universally approved in our household. This is great for a regular fall evening cocktail but also makes an excellent party punch:

2 parts dark spiced rum 2 parts apple cider 3 parts ginger ale Orange slice garnish

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My fave fall cocktail! This recipe is simple and universally approved in our household. This is great for a regular fall evening cocktail but also makes an excellent party punch:

2 parts dark spiced rum 2 parts apple cider 3 parts ginger ale Orange slice garnish

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My fave fall cocktail! This recipe is simple and universally approved in our household. This is great for a regular fall evening cocktail but also makes an excellent party punch:

2 parts dark spiced rum 2 parts apple cider 3 parts ginger ale  Orange slice garnish 

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Pome-tini: 

2 oz gin .5 oz st Germain  2oz Pomegranate juice

Shake all ingredients in a shaker with ice and strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass. Perfect for your next holiday party! 

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This delicious late summer roasted cauliflower, chickpea, and quinoa salad pairs well with simple grilled chicken. Recipe here: http://www.mydarlinglemonthyme.com/2013/08/roasted-cauliflower-chickpea-quinoa.html

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The first pumpkin recipe of the year - this epically delicious pumpkin coffee cake with homemade maple caramel sauce. Now my house smells like fall!

http://hostthetoast.com/pumpkin-coffee-cake-with-maple-caramel-sauce/

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Savor the last of the patio days with cherry margaritas. 

2 oz. Cherry Syrup (recipe below)  2 oz. tequila 1 oz. fresh lime juice .5 oz triple sec or Cointreau   Shake all ingredients together and strain into a sugar-rimmed margarita glass. Garnish with a slice of lime. 

To make cherry syrup, add equal parts water, sugar, and fresh or frozen cherries to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil while mashing cherries with a wooden sppon or muddler. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until a nice syrupy consistency. Let cool and strain out solids.

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This chocolate-swirled banana bread is so delicious that I still dream about it. Recipe from http://www.justataste.com/chocolate-chip-swirl-banana-bread-recipe/