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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Continue ReadingFilet Mignon Some people know how to cook a good steak and for others, it is terrifying. I am here to show you how to cook a simple and delicious filet mignon. This method of cooking this filet mignon requires no special cooking tools and no special ingredients. This comes out tender, perfectly medium rare, really flavorful and delicious. What you will need for this Filet Mignon is: Montreal Steak Seasoning I love using Montreal Steak Seasoning for this recipe. I like using the one from McCormick. It is called McCormick Grill Mates. You can find this in any grocery…
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Continue ReadingDerby 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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Continue ReadingSupper Club Pork Chops with Pan Spaghetti Growing up, I spent a lot of time with my Grandparent’s. They loved to go out for nice dinners and always took me along with them. We went to lots of supper club like restaurants. Furthermore, my Grandparent’s loved a good meal with drinks before and after. At an early age I learned to appreciate a well timed meal. Supper Club Pork Chops are seasoned well, pan seared and served with a delicious al dente spaghetti. Oregano, Butter and Garlic add flavor. One of the things I remember my Grandparent’s getting was a…
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Continue ReadingMom’s Pork Roast My Mom has been making this Pork roast recipe for as long as I can remember. It is so simple, yet so delicious. You will see in the full, printable recipe below that it is made with very few ingredients. The secret to this recipe is buying the right cut of meat, making sure the fat side is up, seasoning it, and then having the patience to let this cook, in the oven, low and slow. Mom’s Pork Roast is tender, flavorful and delicious. The nutty flavors of the caraway seed with the salt, pepper and sugar,…
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Continue ReadingCopycat 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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Continue ReadingEggs 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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Continue ReadingPotluck Party Pasta Salad This Potluck Party Pasta Salad is sure to be a hit at all your gatherings. Made with very simple and accessible ingredients. Such as: grape tomatoes, red onion, provolone cheese and some cucumbers and bell peppers. The secret ingredient in this recipe is that the dressing is made with two packs of Good Seasons, Italian Dressing. I make the Good Seasons slightly different then the package directions which I cover in the full and printable recipe below. All of these ingredients combined, make a crave worthy pasta salad that everyone is going to DEMAND you make.…
Hi! I’m April, AKA The Tipsy Housewife. I’m Chicago born-and-raised and I love creating delicious and affordable recipes that taste just like home. Plus they’re easy enough to make with a cocktail in hand! Get ready to find your new fave meal.
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