Whimsy Wanderlust

🍁 Curious by nature, amateur foodie, hockey obsessed, loving wife with a happy life.

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Happy Spring 2023! 🌸 Even though it's the first day of spring, I'm just sitting here waiting for summer and all of the fresh fruits and veggies that come with the warmer weather. Flashback to June of last year and my Peach 🍑 Crostinis. These beauties were made with peaches, mozzarella, basil and a balsamic glaze, all melted on the @traegergrills #traeger #traegergrills #teamtraeger #traegeron #bbq #bbqporn #smoker #foodie #instafood #foodgawker #foodphotography #foodblogger #feedfeed #foodporn #igfoodie #instafood #instagood #homemade #cedarwindsmokers (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqBA8ctOCaA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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It's a 'grate' day when you receive the trifecta of kitchen tools from your friends over at @microplaneintl! In the package, both a fine and course grater along with their zester, all from their Elite Series. With summer right around the corner, these will be utilized often! #micropla #grater #zester #foodie #instafood #foodgawker #foodphotography #feedfeed #igfoodie (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp--34IOXHC/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Who's Ready for Corned Beef? This past weekend, we smoked up a corned beef brisket and I'm not sad to report that this week has been filled with everything corned beef. From hash to reubens, we have it all covered! Happy St. Patrick's Day! #saintpatricksday #traeger #traegergrills #teamtraeger #traegeron #bbq #bbqporn #smoker #foodie #instafood #foodgawker #foodphotography #foodblogger #eatwithfoodiez #foodiesinternationalchat #feedfeed #foodporn #igfoodie #instafood #instagood #homemade #cedarwindsmokers (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp3kPG_uHHK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Tonight's Taco Tuesday 🔥🔥 I won an epic giveaway from @spivacooking last month, and their SPG and jalapeño spices brought out this flank steak perfectly! #tacotuesday #bbq #grilling #steak (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpyururugfx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Headed in to St. Patrick's Day week with some corned beef hash with an over-easy egg topper. He do you breakfast? #traeger #traegergrills #teamtraeger #traegeron #bbq #bbqporn #smoker #foodie #instafood #foodgawker #foodphotography #foodblogger #feedfeed #foodporn #igfoodie #instafood #instagood #homemadewhiskey #cedarwindsmokers (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpsRsMUubzM/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Traeger Ultimate Smashed Burger Kit #sponsored If you bought the new Traeger Flatrock, you need to invest in this smash burger kit ASAP! Everything you need to make the best burgers on the block is included! What's inside the box: -1 Weighted grill press. -1 Grill spatula. -1 Steam dome. Each accessory is heavy duty, with solid construction, wood handles and a convenient loop for hanging. They thought of everything! The kit is selling out fast, so be sure to snag your kit today! #traeger #traegergrills #teamtraeger #traegeron #traegerflatrock #flatrock #smashburgers #griddle #griddlecooking https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpp7U_Yu9cT/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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International Women's day 2023 I appreciate my empowered female friends who are out there in this crazy world getting it done. From stay-at-home moms to the Vice President and every woman in between, the grind never stops. The struggle to put our individual stamp on the world seems to be more difficult year by year, but we do it. We show up. Every day. For our families, our friends, maybe even for ourselves. Ladies, continue being your brilliant self and shine on. I respect you all! #internationalwomensday #respect (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpiro1quXJZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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One of the most brilliant features of the new Traeger Flatrock build is the heating elements themselves. These are called U-burners. These will DOUBLE the amount of direct heat on the cooktop for a more even cook. Traeger has eliminated hot and cold spots on the griddle's surface altogether. If you look closely, you can also see heat shields in between the cooking zones. These were put in place to prevent high heat from bleeding into the low heat zones. This makes for an even cook. If you are in the market for a griddle this year, do your research and if you have any specific questions, feel free to reach out. I can help! #sponsored #flatrock #traeger #traegergrills #teamtraeger #traegeron #griddlecooking #bbq #cedarwindsmokers (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpAQWzfOGg6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Are you a dunker like me? #traeger #traegergrills #teamtraeger #traegeron #chickenwings #bbq #bbqporn #smoker #foodie #instafood #foodgawker #foodphotography #reeloftheday #photooftheday #instalike #instadaily #foodblogger #eatwithfoodiez #foodiesinternationalchat #feedfeed #foodporn #igfoodie #instafood #instagood #yummy #homemade #cedarwindsmokers (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co3VW7iOV3S/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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#SullySundays (at Scottsdale Chapparal Dog Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co2MbcBOAEc/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Did you know that the 'bleu' doesn't denote blue cheese, but it gets its name from the French term for blue ribbon (denoting excellence) and that his dish actually stems from Switzerland? Well, now you do! Here I layered a butterflied chicken breast, sliced ham and Swiss cheese which I rolled then dredged in panko bread crumbs. I lightly fried in Austin Foundry cast iron, then baked until golden brown and your thermometer reads 165° internal. (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CozUKtiuNq_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Traeger Game Day Spread -Chicken Tinga Sheet Pan Nachos -Smoked Crispy Wings -Big O's Elote Dip -Smoked Swedish Meatballs -Game Day Cupcakes Full, happy and honored to be a part of this great Traeger community! #traeger #traegergrills #teamtraeger #traegeron #TraegerGameDay #superbowl #bbq #bbqporn #smoker #foodie #instafood #foodgawker #foodphotography #reeloftheday #instalike #instadaily #foodblogger #foodiesinternationalchat #feedfeed #foodporn #igfoodie #instafood #instagood #yummy #homemade #cedarwindsmokers (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/ColVSsBOppj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Happy National Pizza Day! (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CodwbpnuLqJ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Cheesy Beef Quesadillas When it's the week before the Super Bowl and most of your planning and prep, what you want is an easy, no-fuss meal. Browned ground beef, onion and cheese enveloped by white flour tortillas then browned on our @breville Panini Maker. Simple and tasty. Of course we couldn't forget to add that @melindasfoods into the mix! From mild to not, the variety of Melinda's will not leave you disappointed! What is your go-to meal when you are short on time and/or ideas? #quesadilla #cheese #mexicanfood #foodie #instafood #foodgawker #foodphotography #reeloftheday #instalike #instadaily #foodblogger #foodiesinternationalchat #feedfeed #foodporn #igfoodie #instafood #instagood #yummy #homemade #cedarwindsmokers (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cocfyl7uP77/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Al Pastor Tacos There is something special about the blend of spices in this marinade which turns an ordinary pork shoulder into something magical. Imagine layer upon layer of sliced marinated pork, slow-smoked on a vertical spit all the while being showered once per hour with a pineapple juice concentrate. Yeah, that magical. 😍 This is why an al pastor taco will always be my ultimate favorite! #traeger #traegergrills #teamtraeger #traegeron #local #locallysourced #bbq #bbqporn #smoker #foodie #instafood #foodgawker #foodphotography #instalike #instadaily #foodblogger#photooftheday #foodiesinternationalchat #feedfeed #foodporn #igfoodie #instafood #instagood #yummy #homemade #tacotuesday #tacosalpastor #cedarwindsmokers (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn1TZsBO0d1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Hearty Old-Fashioned Beef Stew I decided to break in my beautiful @staub_usa Cocotte in La Mer with this wonderful one pot stew. Chunks of beef, potatoes, carrots, onions, mushrooms and bay leaves come together in this perfect union that reminds me of my youth. On those long cold winter days there are those meals that fill you up, and warm you from your head to your toes. What are your favorite Winter dishes? Admins/Hosts: @keyten77 @stickthatonyourhead @phoneatsfirstgurl @bellamistiqe @eatsplore.yeg (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnvAnIrOyOn/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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When the hubs creates a magnificent breakfast on a dreary Saturday morning, you know it's going to to be special! Over easy eggs, cinnamon sugar french toast with maple syrup and @nueskes bacon. 💞 @blitzkriegbob74 (at Cedar Grove, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnrxEoPOH4u/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=