TAKE A SIP: CRANBERRY ORANGE COSMOPOLITAN

That's kiiiind of a deceiving title...because if you've ever made a cosmo, you know it has orange liqueur in it...but this one has a splash of orange juice in it too- so it's extra orange-y!

I used to be a bartender back in college, so I've made about a billion cosmos- but this one just basically trades out the lime for some orange. Still refreshing, a little less sour.

What you need to make it happen:

- 1 ounce vodka 

- 2 ounces cranberry juice cocktail

- 1/2 ounce triple sec

- splash orange juice

-ice

- orange and cranberries for garnish

How to make it happen:

Step 1: Combine all ingredients (except your garnish!) in a cocktail shaker (or large glass) with ice. Shake (or stir) until chilled.

Step 2: Strain into a glass, garnish, and enjoy!

This drink is super refreshing - and would be excellent at a Thanksgiving dinner or a Holiday Party!

What drink do you love to sip on during the holidays?

Send the recipe my way, friends!

xo, lp

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TAKE A BITE: 4 INGREDIENT DILL DIP

Summertime means picnic time, amiright?

Our standard picnic fare is cheese + crackers, fruit, and veggies + dip or hummus. I know, I know, nothing exciting- but it's all easy and quick. 

Since the veggie dips you buy from the store have about 20 ingredients and plenty of preservatives, I decided to make my own!

What you'll need to make it happen:

- 8oz Sour Cream

- 2 tsp garlic powder

- 1/2 tsp salt

- Fresh Dill (2 Tbsp, chopped)

How to make it happen:

Step 1: Mix all ingredients together & let sit for at least 2 hours.

Step 2: Enjoy!

So easy. So good. 

Also, fresh dill smells amazing.

Also x2: Broccoli smells pretty gross.

What's your go-to food for picnics?

If you need a dip recipe, add this to your short list!

xo, lp

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TAKE A BITE: CILANTRO LIME QUINOA

I haven't done a recipe on the blog in a while - so I figured it was high time to post another...and a healthy one, at that! 

Most people like cilantro lime rice - so this is a version that's a little healthier. Quinoa is seriously a superfood, and while I looooove me some white rice, sometimes I try to health-it-up by replacing it with quinoa.

This recipe just takes 4 ingredients and about 15 minutes to make- and is great on its own- or in tacos or burritos

What it takes to make it happen:

-1 cup quinoa

- 2 teaspoons lime juice (or more if you really dig limes)

- Handful of cilantro, roughly chopped

- pinch of salt

How to make it happen:

Step 1: RINSE. YO. QUINOA. No but really. Rinse it well before you cook it.

Step 2: Cook your quinoa per directions on the package. (Typically 1 cup quinoa/2 cups water)

Step 3: Let cool slightly and stir in lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt.

Step 4: Eat warm or cool- it's delicious both ways!

 I made this and added it to a veggie burrito (with a ton of avocado) and it was SO good!

Anyone else have a great quinoa recipe I should try?

If you're looking for more, try my:

 Quinoa Caprese Salad // Quinoa Mac & Cheese // Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

xo, lp

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