I'm not going to lie; I don't actually like jalapeños. But my husband? He loves 'em! Almost as much as he loves bacon and cheese. So when I saw these Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño Poppers in the Five Mary's Farm cookbook, I knew I had to make them for him. And boy was I right! He … Continue reading Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño Poppers
Entertaining
Roasted Apricots with Chèvre and Bacon
Apricot season is here! These little fruity gems taste especially delicious when balanced with something salty, like bacon. Throw in some tart chèvre, or goat cheese, and the sweetness of brown sugar and honey, and you've got an especially tasty snack! (Psst! This original recipe is from Danielle Kartes at Rustic Joyful Food. If you … Continue reading Roasted Apricots with Chèvre and Bacon
Oven Roasted Buffalo Chicken Wings
Popular chicken wings restaurants are beloved for a reason; wings are good! But did you know how easy restaurant-quality chicken wings are to make at home in your oven? Whether you're making them for a game day, a movie night, or a delicious dinner, give them a try! You'll be surprised how easy these addicting … Continue reading Oven Roasted Buffalo Chicken Wings
Salami Roses
Looking for a clever, creative way to dress up a charcuterie board? Or perhaps you want to give your Valentine an extra special bouquet of flowers. It's surprisingly easy to create impressive looking roses using simple slices of salami! The secret tool? A wine glass or champagne flute! Which glass to use depends on the … Continue reading Salami Roses
Our Favorite Christmas Movies
White Christmas I remember running down to the basement of my grandparent's house as a young child to watch White Christmas over and over and over again. By the time I was six, I knew every word, sung or spoken, even though I didn't understand what all of the punchlines meant. I knew it was … Continue reading Our Favorite Christmas Movies
Hot Cocoa Tiered Tray
We combined two current popular trends into one fantastic new idea: a hot cocoa bar built on a tiered tray! The options are only limited by the size of your tray and your imagination. To build a hot cocoa bar that will impress all your holiday guests, consider offering some of these tasty options: Your … Continue reading Hot Cocoa Tiered Tray
Mainstay Christmas Home Tour 2021
It's our favorite post of the year - our annual Christmas home tour - and we're so glad you're joining us! Dining Room I stick with traditional reds, greens, and silvers in the dining room, accented by lots of lighted garland and red berries. I love the twinkle of silvers and mercury glass, as well … Continue reading Mainstay Christmas Home Tour 2021
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
Do you have special holiday dishes? A collection that brings you extra joy when you set your Christmas table? My Christmas tablescape is one of my favorite parts of the holiday season! My collection only started three years ago. For years, I'd admired Williams Sonoma's 'Twas the Night Before Christmas collection from afar. But for … Continue reading ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
Mainstay’s “Favorite Things” Gift Ideas
It's the day after Thanksgiving, which means it's officially CHRISTMAS SEASON!!! To celebrate, we're sharing some of our Favorite Things for gift ideas! Ranging from handy, affordable kitchen utensils to expensive, investment pieces, there's something on our list for every homemaker's budget. Le Creuset "Noel" Christmas Dutch Oven - Classic investment kitchen baking dishes, now … Continue reading Mainstay’s “Favorite Things” Gift Ideas
Mainstay Spotify Holiday Playlists
One of the most important - yet frequently overlooked - elements to the best holiday experiences is the music. Which is why we've created a variety of Spotify playlists to take the guesswork out of it for you! From a quiet evening in front of the fireplace to a stylish dinner party dressed to the … Continue reading Mainstay Spotify Holiday Playlists
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