Cranberry BBQ Sauce & Pulled Turkey Sandwiches

Did you all survive the dreaded black Friday?  I personally turned into a hermit.  Seriously.  I didn’t ever leave the house that entire day.  The sheer fear, dread, and anxiety of being trampled to death had me hold up like a recluse, refusing the venture out into the wild unknown.  I decorated from Christmas instead.  It was perfect.

Lets talk some leftovers.  I know…I know…I’m still at it.

Simple Homemade Coleslaw

Nothing goes better with BBQ than good old fashioned coleslaw.  We aren’t talking about the kind in a bag and a dressing that comes out of a jar either.  This is strictly business and it is going to get professional.  With July 4th right around the bend and approaching fast I thought it would be a good idea to make a nice little coleslaw, to show my American roots.  I get caught up in the moment of Independence Day.  I always have to stop myself this time of year from driving around in my husband’s truck with two full size American flags strapped to the bedside, whipping in the wind.  Toby Keith blaring from the speakers with the windows rolled down, rocking cut off jean shorts, aviator shades, and drinking an RC Cola.

I take this holiday very seriously.  I feel like it is one of the only ones that is not over done through the consumer industry.  It is all about the food and the fireworks.  Give me a burger with a side of S’mores and a sparkler and we are talking.   You will not hear a peep out of me the rest of the evening, scouts honor.  I will slip gently into a food comma and ogle my sparkler and the world will drift away.

Perfect Pico De Gallo

This recipe is so simple and easy to make.  I think sauteing the garlic and jalapeno beforehand really locks in the flavor and kicks this pico de gallo up a notch.

In the words of my father it is, “P.D.G”.  Translation: Pretty Darn Good, for those of you who don’t speak Stanley.  And it is, pinky swear.

Make this please.   Your face will thank you later.

My Favorite Summertime Dressing

How much do you love mason jars?  I have a pretty serious relationship with them.  I like to drink out of them, can in them, mix dressings in them, make little mini pudding pies in them, and store BBQ sauce in them.  Plus, they are the definition of simplicity.

This dressing is so light and fresh.  Made with simple wholesome ingredients.

I first had this dressing at our families big Easter gathering.  It was brought by a friend, who was sweet enough to share this recipe that I loved so much!