• Chili For Two

    May 3, 2023thetipsyhousewife

    Chili For Two I love chili and my Mom makes one of my most favorite recipes. To be honest, there’s not many chilis I don’t love. I came up with this Chili For Two that is a slight variation of my Mom’s recipe. This recipe yields enough for two people to have decent size portions and just enough for leftovers for one extra meal. Give or take. This chili for two is made with lean ground beef, whole tomatoes, a little bit of onion and red peppers. Plus, seasonings and herbs you can adjust to your taste preferences. Additionally, this…

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  • Bird Dog Sandwiches

    May 1, 2023thetipsyhousewife

    Bird Dog Sandwiches One of my followers on facebook saw me making this sandwich that I was calling a chicken tender sandwich. I thought was the greatest idea ever and she let me know this sandwich already existed. It is in fact, called a Bird Dog Sandwich and it was invented in South Carolina. My version is slightly different from the original. The original typically has melted cheese and bacon. My version has crisp lettuce, sweet tomatoes, red onion. Additionally, it has a delicious sauce inspired by the chicken tender fast food chain called Raising Canes. These Bird Dog Sandwiches…

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  • Toasty Ham and Cheese Sandwiches

    Toasty Ham and Cheese Sandwiches

    April 25, 2023thetipsyhousewife

    Toasty Ham and Cheese Sandwiches The toasty ham and cheese sandwiches are the perfect meal, in my opinion, for the in between time of Spring and Summer. You know that time of year where it’s too warm to be cold and too cold to be warm. The time of year when soup seems too hot and salad seems too cold? These toasty ham and cheese sandwiches are made with shaved ham, creamy gruyere cheese, and thinly sliced Roma tomatoes. The full, printable recipe is at the end of this post. I will just go over a few questions I know…

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  • Derby Day Hot Brown Sliders

    April 20, 2023thetipsyhousewife

    Derby Day Hot Brown Sliders I have never been to Kentucky or the Kentucky Derby, nor am I am expert on AUTHENTIC Hot Brown Sandwiches. What I do know, is that Hot Browns are a traditional open faced sandwich made with mornay sauce. My Derby Day Hot Brown Sliders are an easier, more accessible version of these classic sandwiches that are perfect for parties. Make these with deli turkey, a jar of your favorite Alfredo sauce, bacon and sun dried tomatoes. They bake up quickly, and they are a real crowd pleaser, not just for derby day. The Ingredients The…

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  • Benedictine Dip

    Benedictine Dip

    April 16, 2023thetipsyhousewife

    Benedictine Dip Benedictine Dip is a Kentucky Derby Classic. There are many versions of this dip and many are very traditional. This version of Benedictine Dip is my variation and it is simple to make and very delicious. Make this Benedictine dip with grated onion, grated cucumber and cream cheese. It is best when it sits in the fridge overnight. I love serving it with cucumber slice and toasted baguette slices. The full, printable recipe is below. Beyond the recipe is more information and tips for those who would like more clarification. Full, Printable Recipe The Trick Is Grating The…

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  • Derby Day Tea

    Derby Day Tea

    April 13, 2023thetipsyhousewife

    Derby Day Tea This Derby Day Tea is a refreshing drink that is also fun and beautiful to look at. Brewed with Hibiscus Tea, and mixed with pink lemonade, mint and lemons, this is a drink you can sip on all day. If you would like to make it a little more spicy, feel free to add a shot of flavored vodka or bourbon. Additionally, you can double this recipe to make a bigger batch. It stores in the fridge for up to three days. The full, printable recipe is below. Beyond that, I have included some pictures and information…

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  • Copycat Thai Crunch Salad with Peanut Dressing

    April 11, 2023thetipsyhousewife

    Copycat Thai Crunch Salad with Peanut Dressing One of my addictions is the Thai Crunch Salad from California Pizza Kitchen. CPK is a chain restaurant that is known for unique pizzas and fresh salads. It used to be called the Chinese Chicken Salad. the good news it, the salad name changed but the dark brown peanut dressing did not change. Occasionally I let myself splurge and have the salad delivered and I always get two of the dressings. This was getting expensive, so I decided to make it myself. hence the recipe for this Copycat Thai Crunch Salad with Peanut…

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  • Eggs Benedict Breakfast Pastry

    April 7, 2023thetipsyhousewife

    Eggs Benedict Breakfast Pastry Do you love Eggs Benedict like I do? Because I LOVE Eggs Benedict. To me, it is the perfect food. I made something similar to this recipe a few years back and they were a huge hit. Recently I was reminded of it and then I saw a foodie youtube channel I love eating an Eggs Benedict croissant and the idea for this Breakfast Pastry was born. These Eggs Benedict Breakfast Pastry are made with eggs, deli ham, a tube of croissants and a packet of hollandaise sauce. Breakfast cannot get any easier. Make Ahead and…

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