Category Archives: Recipes

Derby Dip {Roasted Red Pepper Dip}

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

Not sure I ever mentioned I used to do roller derby.  Well not the full contact version, but a derby for “women old enough to know better!”, Derby Lite. It was so fun, challenging, and the women were all amazing. … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, My Life, Recipes | 2 Comments

Perfect Roasted Chicken with Preserved Lemon Sauce

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

So ya know I preserved those lemons with no clue how I was going to use them.  My husband actually hates lemon is his food which makes using them up even more of a challenge.  I just could not see … Continue reading →

Posted in Poultry, Recipes | 3 Comments

Kitchen Time

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

This about sums things up these days… Luckily this weekend I had time to pick up some of the broken pieces and make some progress on the to do list.  Lots of time for some fun and relaxing too. I … Continue reading →

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Race That’s Good For Life 5K & Brat Burgers

Posted on April 28, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

Got my race on today in the Race That’s Good For Life 5K.  It has actually been a couple of years since I have done a 5K, but since my race calendar has been so light lately I did not … Continue reading →

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Spring Showers {Smoked Paprika and Grapefruit Dressing}

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

It has been a rainy couple of weeks in Chicago, in fact the kids got a rain day today. With the rain all night, our yard just could not keep up… …the dog refuses to use the yard.  Our basement … Continue reading →

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When Life Gives you Lemons – Preserve Them!

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

The theme of this year seems to be non-stop. Which sometimes is a good thing and sometimes it makes me want to stay under the covers all day, especially with five straight days of rain. I am constantly playing catch … Continue reading →

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Pickled Eggs and Beets

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

We did not have a very traditional Easter this year.  It was all about house chores and catching up on sleep.  We did get eggs colored at the 11th hour on Saturday.  Sticking with the non-traditional I didn’t just make … Continue reading →

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Baja Spring Break

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

Baja Spring Break goes something like this… A long day on a sunny beach makes you thirsty, margarita anyone? Followed by chorizo and shrimp crispy tacos… A side salad and creamy refried beans… All generously topped with a fresh salsa… … Continue reading →

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Hot and Salty {Sriracha Salt}

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

Cooking for fellow food blogger friends this past weekend was so fun.  I wanted to send them home with something and decided it was the perfect opportunity to finally make attempt Sriracha Salt. This recipe is pretty widespread, I certainly … Continue reading →

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Bloggers who Brunch

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

As it turns out, I can’t cook for just four people.  But better too much than not enough!  I had the pleasure of hosting Biz {My Bizzy Kitchen}, Jennifer {Slim Shoppin‘}, and my sister {Lower CT River Valley} for brunch … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast/Brunch, My Life, Recipes | 7 Comments