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These Pizza Mountain Pies (also known as campfire pies) are made of two slices of buttered bread, mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce, and pepperoni toasted to golden perfection in a cast iron pie maker over a fire. It’s a campfire meal perfected! Whenever I talk about mountain pies on my Instagram feed I always get a…
Stand out with the best Memorial Day recipes for outdoor parties. Ranging from juicy to crispy, everything on this list will have your taste buds dancing…and your guests’ too. Memorial Day is always that bridge that ushers in the start of summertime. The sun is out, and the days are longer. BBQs and cookouts are…
What do you get when you combine a soft but crunchy peanut butter oatmeal cookie with creamy chocolate fudge? These amazing Peanut Butter Oatmeal Fudge Bars! This quick and easy recipe is certain to become a new favorite sweet treat. Peanut Butter Oatmeal Fudge Bars Friends, if you’ve been around the blog for a while,…
This Teriyaki Sesame Grilled Salmon Salad made with grilled pineapple, romaine, avocado, and a delicious teriyaki dressing is a tasty and easy meal you can put together in under 30 minutes! This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sea Cuisine. All opinions are 100% mine. Teriyaki Sesame Grilled Salmon Salad I…
Fill your Pittsburgh cookie table with any – or all – of these beautiful cookies! They are perfect for a wedding any time of the year. Have you heard of this fun wedding tradition? Maybe you’ve seen donut walls, but wedding cookie tables are honestly one of the best things to ever come out of…
‘Tis the season for holiday baking. I’m sharing recipes for my best Christmas cookies! Whether you’re baking holiday cookies for the first time or looking for something different to add to your usual assortment, these are 30+ of my personal favorites. Dive into a mix of beloved classics and exciting new creations, all perfect for…
I’ve lovingly shaped these Cheese-Filled Pull-Apart Rolls into a Christmas tree to create the ultimate holiday appetizer. Serve with a bowl of marinara sauce for a grand, festive treat! Cheese-Filled Pull-Apart Rolls: I thought my collection of Christmas appetizer recipes could use a new addition which is why I created these Cheese-Filled Pull-Apart Rolls. Naturally,…
Sometimes you can’t beat a delicious salad recipe. Today I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite salad recipes for you. Whether these recipes are used as a full meal or a side dish, there’s something you’re bound to love. Salad comes in many forms. There are the classic leaf salads, pasta salads, potato salads,…
If you are looking for a delicious summer salad recipe, look no further than this Roasted Zucchini Panzanella. I mean, what’s not to love about a salad made with toasted bread? Roasted Zucchini Panzanella Anyone else love panzanella as much as I do? If you’re not familiar with panzanella, it is a Tuscan tossed salad…
This Frozen Old Fashioned Slush recipe takes the classic cocktail to a new, and dare I say it, much cooler level. Made with bourbon, this a refreshing and flavorful drink that can be served any time of the year. Frozen Old Fashioned Slush Recipe Frozen cocktails have a special place in my heart, which is…
Ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and roasted chicken come together to create this impressive Chicken Caprese Pasta Salad recipe inspired by one of my favorite Italian dishes. Chicken Caprese Pasta Salad As you might know, we love pasta salad here on Inspired by Charm. I’ve made dozens of classic and unique pasta salad recipes…
These adorable, delicious, and unique mini cakes, that are shaped liked garden vegetables, are a delightful treat for spring and summer entertaining. Vegetable Garden Mini Cakes Earlier this week I spent a day in the kitchen working on some new spring recipes to share with you. One of the items on my recipe list was…
The holiday season is upon us and I’ve been busy decking my halls. Today, I’m inviting you into my family room to share my magical and cozy fireplace Christmas decorations. Magical and Cozy Fireplace Christmas Decorations: I feel a little behind in my holiday decorating this year. Perhaps that’s because everyone seems to be starting…
Celebrate the flavors of fall with this lovely and delicious Apple Cider Manhattan! This fall cocktail recipe is made with bourbon, sweet vermouth, apple cider, and maple syrup. It’s the perfect balance of seasonal flavors. Apple Cider Manhattan Shaking up new cocktail recipes is among my favorite things to do. I’m always excited to add…
Hey, friends! It has been a few minutes since I last posted, hasn’t it? This has been a sort of slow and quiet summer here on Inspired by Charm. I know many of you understand and are feeling the same. Today I thought I’d pop in to share a little life update, talk about a…
Are you familiar with a cocktail garden? It’s a small garden full of ingredients you can harvest for fresh garden-inspired cocktails. Creating an Impromptu Cocktail Garden: Today, we’re looking at how I designed and put in a cocktail garden. I realize it’s a bit late in the season to be planting, but if you like…
Well, friends, it’s officially the most wonderful time of the year. This past weekend, I got the Christmas totes down from the attic and did a little decorating, so today I’m ready to share Christmas kitchen decor ideas with you! When I post about Christmas this early in the season, I always like to offer…
These Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Peppadew Peppers are a delicious bite-sized appetizer that’s ideal for the holidays. Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Peppadew Peppers: As I’ve told you, given the opportunity, I could make a meal of appetizers. How about you? One of my menu items would be these Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Peppadew Peppers. I hope you enjoy this new appetizer…
This Olive Wreath is a delicious and beautiful holiday appetizer idea. You can assemble it in minutes, and it adds a tasty and colorful touch to any party spread. Olive Wreath Holiday Appetizer: I will admit it’s too early, but my brain has already switched to Christmas mode. It’s mainly because of my job. Like…
These homemade Bourbon Cherries are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. You can use them for garnish on a cocktail, serve them on a dessert bar, or gift them to special people in your life! Bourbon Cherries Last week, I shared my Pumpkin Old Fashioned recipe. If you saw that post, you may remember that I…
Cheers to fall! This Pumpkin Old Fashioned is a seasonal take on the classic libation. Made with real pumpkin, maple syrup, and bourbon, it has all the flavors you love and expect in a fall-inspired cocktail. Pumpkin Old Fashioned: This past week I brainstormed a few drink ideas to take advantage of the flavors of…
Tomatoes that have been slow roasted in the oven top crispy bread and creamy burrata to create a delicious appetizer that’s big on summertime flavor. I could make a meal out of cheese and bread. Let’s be honest … I have made a meal out of cheese and bread. Today, however, I’m stepping it up…
It’s hard for me to resist most sweets, but it’s nigh on impossible to say no to dessert in a jar. These single-serving pies, cobblers, and cakes are adorable and perfect for entertaining, whether you have a lot of people over or only a few. Although I didn’t invent dessert in a jar, I love…
This recipe for Overnight Oats makes a quick and easy breakfast that can be easily customized with your favorite ingredients! It’s my new go-t0 morning meal. Overnight Oats: Lately I’ve been a bit obsessed with overnight oats. For the past couple months they’ve been my go-to for breakfast. And while they may have gained a…
This Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad is a flavorful twist on a classic recipe. It’s simple to put together, making it the perfect accompaniment to any meal. Your family and guests will be raving about it. Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad Does anyone else love a good pasta salad recipe as much as I do? I could…
I love cheeseballs. In fact, I love them so much that I’ve made a cheeseball recipe for every season. Cheese is one of those foods I enjoy eating year-round. As seasons change, I like to make cheeseballs that highlight flavors and shapes we associate with different times of the year. In this round-up post, you’ll…
This Pasta Salad with Roasted Mushrooms is an easy and delicious recipe that makes the perfect side dish any time of year. You know how much I love a pasta salad recipe! In the past, I’ve posted several here on IBC. Since I’ve covered the classics, I’m now branching out to new varieties. This Pasta…
Cheers to fall with this Apple Cider Sidecar! Made with crisp apple cider and smooth cognac, this is the perfect cocktail recipe for this time of year as days get shorter and evenings get cooler. It’s Friday, which can only mean one thing: the weekend is here, and it’s time for a cocktail. Today, I’m…
This recipe for Mini No-Bake Key Lime Pie in a Jar just might be one of the cutest summer desserts ever. With their rich key lime flavor, graham cracker crust, and whipped cream garnish, these little pies will hit the spot after a mid-week dinner or at any summer celebration. If you’ve been following IBC…
This California Cobb Pasta Salad combines so many of my favorites: avocado, bacon, blue cheese, and pasta! And it’s a flavorful salad that’s perfect for summer entertaining. California Cobb Pasta Salad: You guys, I’m freaking out! The temperature here has gotten up in the 70s or 80s every day this week. Could it finally be…
This Mozzarella Caprese Crostini is an easy summer appetizer recipe that everyone will love, and it can be made in under 15 minutes. Mozzarella Caprese Crostini: Like a lot of folks, I relish garden-fresh tomatoes. That flavor of summertime is hard to beat. That’s why I’m always looking for recipes that make in-season tomatoes the…
This Sausage and Pepper Sheet Pan Dinner is an easy way to create a delicious dinner in no time. Plus, there’s only one plan to clean when you’re done eating. Have you ever entertained and realized afterwards how much extra food is left…and have no idea what to do with it? Well today, I’m showing…
This Christmas Tree Cheeseball just might be the most festive and delicious holiday appetizer recipe! With just a few days till Christmas, I have a few last-minute ideas to share with you this week as we finish getting ready for the big day! Today I’m kicking things off with my Christmas Tree Cheese Ball. Let’s…
Beyond making sweets and desserts, creating flavor-packed, beautiful appetizers is one of my favorite things to do in the kitchen. That’s why I’m excited to share these Avocado-Pesto BLT Bites with you! For me, BLTs might be one of the best sandwiches out there. They taste even better this time of year because tomatoes are…
You’re going to love these ugly sweater cookies, aka sweater weather sugar cookies. While they can be enjoyed all year long, they make a fun and colorful addition to your holiday cookie tray. This week has flown by in the blink of an eye. As I explained in a previous post, January is typically a…
If you’re looking for the merriest of martinis you need this Very Merry Ornamentini. It’s the ultimate Christmas cocktail served in an ornament. It’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Ornamentini Christmas Cocktail I was recently brainstorming new holiday cocktail recipes. When I stumbled upon some clear glass ornaments a few days ago, it hit…
Based on one of my favorite classic sandwich recipes, this BLT Macaroni Salad is loaded with flavor. It’s a tasty and unique twist on classic pasta salad with a traditional flavor combination everyone will love! BLT Macaroni Salad: A delicious pasta-based salad is one of my favorite things to enjoy during the summer. Yes, I…
This Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl recipe is a delicious breakfast treat or healthy afternoon pick-me-up. This smoothie bowl is easy to make and delicious too! You seriously can’t go anywhere without hearing someone talk about a smoothie, smoothie bowl, or seeing one listed on a restaurant menu. Over the years I’ve tried my share of…
These Mint Chocolate Shortbread Cookies, decorated with green sprinkles, are easy to make, look fabulous, and taste delicious! What’s not to love. Mint Chocolate Shortbread Cookies: I’m pretty sure my brain was still on vacation this past weekend. For some reason (I blame the festive pictures flooding social media.), I thought St. Patrick’s Day was…
I know that this is A Year of the Skillet, but sometimes I wish I’d declared it A Year of Pasta Salads. Maybe next year – because I really do love pasta salad. Actually, I love pasta however it’s served. People often ask “What is your favorite food?” or “If you could only eat one…