Meghan Y., Author at Cake 'n Knife

Honeycomb Ice Cream

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 14, 2017 // 12 Comments

Honeycomb Ice Cream is the light and creamy double-scoop of honey heaven to make those long summer evenings even more special. The honeycomb gives the ice cream a clean, rich honey flavor that any honey lover will lose their minds over. Stack it up in a waffle cone or waffle bowl and enjoy National Ice Cream Day the RIGHT way.

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Have you ever had honeycomb before? I’m not talking about that weird candy that you mostly find in Europe (that I first tried in London when I was 16 and HATED).

I’m talking about the real deal.

Real honeycomb is one of those guilty pleasures I love to indulge in. It’s got this waxy delightful texture (which I know sounds weird, but trust me, it’s BOMB on a salad), but the flavor is the real star.

The depth of the honey flavor in honeycomb is off-the-charts incredible.

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Spicy Ginger Grilled Chicken Thighs with Avocado Salsa

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 11, 2017 // Leave a Comment

Spicy Ginger Grilled Chicken Thighs with Avocado Salsa are a juicy, flavorful grilled dish that you can eat so many different ways! Eat the thighs as is with the salsa, shred the meat and make tacos, or make crostini out of the meat with the salsa on top. It is grilled dishes like this that always give you an excuse to celebrate!

I just love recipes that I can use over and over again in new ways, don’t you? When you find a really solid, simple dish like that it makes figuring out weeknight dinners a whole lot easier to come up with.

This grilled chicken thighs recipe is a recipe that you can use over and over again without getting bored with it.

The grilled chicken thighs are flavorful and juicy, so you can be perfectly satisfied with just chowing down on those thighs and the salsa, with perhaps a side of rice and black beans, without wishing you had something more. [Read more…]

Carbonnades à la Flamande (Belgian Beer Beef Stew)

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 10, 2017 // 1 Comment

Carbonnades à la Flamande (aka Belgian Beer Beef Stew) is a savory way to bring a little comfort back into yo’ life. In honor of Bastille Day, this French stew is made with beer instead of traditional red wine, giving it a rich and slightly bitter flavor to tickle your taste buds with. Vive la France!

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sprouts. While I was compensated, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

Ever since I took a jaunt across the Atlantic Ocean and hit up Belgium, I have a whole new love for all Belgian beer.

From deep Trappist beers to golden ales, they are always flavorful and well- balanced!

Honestly, I’ve been racking my brain, trying to think of the best way to use them in the kitchen ever since I got back from Europe.

When Bastille Day got closer and Sprouts asked me to make a meal to celebrate the occasion, it all clicked in my brain!

A French beef stew with Belgian beer was just the right thing to whip up from my arsenal of French recipes that my grandmother left for me. [Read more…]

Waffle Fry Spicy Pepper Bacon Poutine

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 7, 2017 // 1 Comment

Waffle Fry Spicy Pepper Bacon Poutine is a whole new take on poutine (and please, Canadians, take it easy on me for doing a riff on your classic dish, okay?). With waffle fries and bacon, this gravy-packed dish is topped with a spicy pepper goat cheese instead of classic cheese curds. This is where old flavors meet new ones, in a forkful of deliciousness.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Cypress Grove! While I was compensated and given product in exchange for this post, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

I am back at the poutine game, my friends.

It’s been YEARS since I made that first classic poutine for the blog (and had my mind blown by the goodness) and about a year since I made my most recent poutine (Black Porter Chili Poutine… SO bomb diggity).

All I have been thinking since is “how can I take poutine up another level?” [Read more…]

Whiskey Apple Ginger Fizz

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 6, 2017 // 2 Comments

Craving a cocktail with a little extra depth this week? A Whiskey Apple Ginger Fizz always does the trick! The smooth and tart combination of whiskey, apple juice and ginger beer will tickle your taste buds, but it’s the surprise ingredient of dill that will have your neurons firing like crazy. Fresh herb simple syrup + whiskey = a killer summer happy hour sipper.

Can we talk about how off my game I feel after having a random day off in the middle of the week?

My body is all confused, the dogs are wondering what the heck is going on, and I am finding myself highly unmotivated to delve into the grind when there’s only a couple days left before the weekend.

Please note that some of the links below are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one of these links, I will receive a small commission. Thank you for supporting Cake ‘n Knife! [Read more…]

Bourbon Habanero Honey Chicken Wings

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 3, 2017 // 6 Comments

Bourbon Habanero Honey Chicken Wings are a sweet, spicy and boozy combo that is finger-licking good, right to the bone. These easy-to-make wings make any celebration more festive! Whether you are celebrating a promotion, an engagement, a birthday or your team getting that big win, the killer flavors these wings bring to the table will have everyone grabbing for more. Just make sure you have the napkins ready!

I used to hate to get messy while eating. The idea of having food all over my face or clumsily spilling food on my clothes would send me into a bit of a panic.

I would avoid messy foods at all costs because I am a pretty uncoordinated eater. If you give me something messy to eat, I will make that mess.

As the years passed and I grew out of my awkward phase (well, kind of grew out of it), I started to realize one thing.

Messy food tends to be the best food. [Read more…]

Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Bratwurst with Homemade Pickled Red Onions

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 29, 2017 // 10 Comments

A Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Bratwurst with Homemade Pickled Red Onions is THE recipe of the summer – you heard it here first! Bratwurst gets an extra hit of pork goodness with crispy bacon, and that’s just the start. Pile it up with homemade quick pickled red onions, jalapeño lime aioli, crushed tortilla chips and more, and you’ve got a serious winner for dinner.

LOOK AT WHAT I MADE.

Just look at this gorgeous, colorful mess of pork and all those ridiculous toppings.

The moment I even look at the pictures, I honestly start drooling all over again.

You all know I love going over-the-top with most of my recipes, and with the Fourth of July coming up, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to share one of those recipes with you all. [Read more…]

Tart Cherry Fizz

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 27, 2017 // 10 Comments

Take advantage of cherry season with a juicy Tart Cherry Fizz! The bubbly, tart and fruity cocktail makes for a great summer sipper, no matter what the occasion is. With only four ingredients, you can even scale this recipe up to make it a big batch cocktail for your next party!

I made you something ridiculously simple and tasty to kick off the week before the Fourth of July.

The fact that Fourth of July is on a Tuesday this year is both a blessing and a curse, depending on your work situation. [Read more…]

Spicy Rotisserie Chicken Pressed Sandwich

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 23, 2017 // 3 Comments

A Spicy Rotisserie Chicken Pressed Sandwich is the elegant way to do a picnic lunch! The layers of chicken, cheddar cheese, red onion and spinach make a vibrant sandwich with a spicy bite from homemade Samurai sauce (read below to find out what that is, if ya don’t know already!). Time to up your sandwich game, my friends – the easy way.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Tony’s Market! While I was compensated and given product in exchange for this post, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

Picnics are something I always look forward to during the summer. It seems like everyone wants to be outside at all times during the Colorado summers and I have to say, I catch that bug too. Despite my aversion to actual bugs, I do relish the opportunity to sit down on a comfy picnic blanket with a basket full of goodies to enjoy the sunshine and each other’s company.

To me, picnics are an excuse to pack a basket of all those items you rarely ever treat yourself to. It’s a special occasion to plan a picnic, especially if you are planning a romantic picnic date, so I like to treat it like it’s a big event!

That’s why I turn to one place for all my picnic needs… Tony’s Market.

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Blueberry Pie Crumb Bars

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 22, 2017 // 5 Comments

Blueberry Pie Crumb Bars are all the blueberry pie flavor you love, but without all the hassle of making a homemade pie! These easy pie bars are flavorful and sweet, not to mention super portable so you can serve them up wherever you are headed this summer.

When I think Fourth of July desserts, I think PIE.

Cherry pie, apple pie, blueberry pie…. All the fruit pies are on my radar. [Read more…]

Patriotic Tom Collins Punch

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 21, 2017 // 15 Comments

Patriotic Tom Collins Punch is how I salute the good ol’ red, white and blue every Fourth of July! This punch is where big batch cocktails meet sangria, with just the right about of fruity sweetness to accompany the floral gin notes. You won’t find a better refreshment (or a more patriotic one ????) than this come Independence Day!

Where are all my gin-lovin’ peeps at??

A classic Tom Collins is probably a cocktail that you know well, and love to bust out at happy hour. It’s a simple enough cocktail to make, and it’s even easier to modify (like my Citrus Tom Collins from last year).

It’s also a suuuuuuper easy cocktail to make in a big batches.
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Grilled Peach Prosciutto Flatbread with Blackberry Balsamic Drizzle

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 16, 2017 // Leave a Comment

A Grilled Peach Prosciutto Flatbread with Blackberry Balsamic Drizzle is just what your summer party ordered. The fresh, fruity and savory combo of peaches, blackberries, prosciutto, arugula and burrata is oh-so addictive, you’ll be lucky if there’s a piece left once everyone starts digging in. Here’s the long summer nights spent by the grill!

This post is sponsored by Flatout Flatbread. As always, all opinions and recipe are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

Sometimes I feel like life swings way ahead of me and I get lost trying to catch up at every moment.

Example, went house-hunting the other week and actually found a place. On the third try. Literally the third house – that was the one.

I was prepared for searching for days and weeks on end, dealing with frustration just like I did the first time I bought a house.

But no, simple and breezy (well, at least so far *knocks on wood*). My brain is still trying to catch up with everything that is happening!

These are the moments that I delve into obsessive sweet savory cravings. [Read more…]

Summer Crostini 3 Ways

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 13, 2017 // 2 Comments

Having a party has never been easier! Summer Crostini 3 Ways is the ultimate appetizer to bring to the get together. From fruity to savory, you get all the summery flavors in every bite of these three different crostini.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by KitchenAid®. As always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

So I know I talked a LOT about how excited I am that summer is here but….. I am dying in my office. Being upstairs, in a home where apparently the A/C doesn’t actually circulate to the top level, it’s been a rough start to the summer. I love to sit out in the heat, soak up some sun (read: hide in the shade watching others tan on my behalf), but when I am trying to focus on work, being this hot is tough.

The only way I know how to cope with this kind of heat is to create all the summery snacks I can, without turning on the oven. [Read more…]

48 Hour Foodie Guide: Las Vegas Strip

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 9, 2017 // 1 Comment

My 48 Hour Foodie Guide: Las Vegas Strip is a roundup of my tried and trues favs. This is not just a round up of the most expensive restaurants and bars, my friends. These are my regular haunts, the ones I rely on and the ones that always go above and beyond. Ready to party rock?

Ahhhhh the Las Vegas Strip…

It’s hard not to get lost in the giant casinos and abundance of food and drink at every turn. Honestly, it took me a handful of times to figure out how avoid overpriced mediocre food and get the true deliciousness at restaurants/bars that I can keep going back to time and time again.

The Strip can be a little overwhelming, but with my 48 Hour Foodie Guide, you have a no-fail list to get you fed, liquored up and entertained between all the gambling, clubbing, and getting-into-trouble activities you have planned. Whether you play it tame or take a gamble on a weekend that absolutely has to “stay in Vegas”, you at least know where your next great bite can come from. [Read more…]

Melon Sangria

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 7, 2017 // 12 Comments

Melon Sangria is a unique white sangria that is nothing like any sangria you’ve ever tasted before. It’s fresh, it’s fruity and just the right amount of light ‘n boozy, making this the must-try pitcher drink of the summer! Seriously, you are going to have everyone begging for the recipe after the first sip.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sprouts. While I was compensated, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

You know what I love and never drink enough of?

SANGRIA.

Sangria is my jammmmmm. I love all the different flavors you can have for different seasons, from Valentine’s Day to Christmas, Spring to Fall, and even ones with beer in them (yes, seriously).

I haven’t made a white and fruity sangria for a long time, so when I saw that melons hit the produce section at Sprouts, inspiration hit me like a ton of bricks! [Read more…]

Grilled Pulled Pork Tex Mex Stuffed Avocados

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 6, 2017 // 2 Comments

Grilled Pulled Pork Tex Mex Stuffed Avocados are a fun way to get your grill on without getting too unhealthy. With a kiss from the grill, the avocados get a little char before being stuffed with saucy pulled pork, peppers and an avocado crema.

I have the hardest time figure out good lunches these days.

I used to have a system, where I would eat basically the same thing for lunch (some sort of grilled cheese) every day with a varying side of fruit and vegetables. Of course, this routine got old really quick.

Then I devolved to simply devouring leftovers from all my cooking adventures and while this was delicious, it left me without dinner and a whole new dilemma of cooking for me (plus one). [Read more…]

No Churn Key Lime Pie Ice Cream

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 2, 2017 // 2 Comments

No Churn Key Lime Pie Ice Cream is a creamy, tart frozen treat that will cool you off on any hot day. So much easier than making an entire pie and you won’t even need an ice cream maker! I dare you to resist indulging in a double scoop…

It’s time for allllllll the ice cream, people.

There’s something so satisfying about indulging in an ice cream cone. I was downtown with my mom last weekend for a belated Mother’s Day celebration and we both grabbed a double scoop of deliciousness from High Point Creamery (seriously my fav ice cream in Denver… ever).

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As we walked down the street, giggling like children and trying to catch the melting drips as they crept down the sides of our waffle cones, I felt one of those pure summer happiness moments. [Read more…]

Soy Marinated Flank Steak with Creamy Kale Peanut Noodles + a Le Creuset Giveaway!

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON May 31, 2017 // 50 Comments

Soy Marinated Flank Steak with Creamy Kale Peanut Noodles is the “date night in” meal your date will never forget. The creamy kale peanut noodles make the perfect base for the sliced umami-packed flank steak. It’s the one jaw-dropping meal that you can make without wanting to pull your hair out!

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by the Le Creuset. While I was compensated, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

It’s crazy how busy life can get. Before you know it, seemingly in the blink of an eye, it’s Friday and you swear last night was just Monday.

I feel like I sometimes lose those days in between weekends (i.e. those days that you work work work work work, only to eat and collapse into bed in the final hour of the night). It’s hard to remember just how important it is to take time during the week to slow down and enjoy a good old-fashioned dinner date night in.

With all the cooking I do, you would think those date nights would be any ol’ night. [Read more…]

Garlic Hummus & Roasted Vegetable Grilled Flatbread

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON May 29, 2017 // 5 Comments

Garlic Hummus & Roasted Vegetable Grilled Flatbread is an oh-so simple appetizer recipe that’s also vegetarian! The creamy and rich roasted garlic hummus perfectly compliment the charred naan and variety of roasted vegetables piled up on top. A dash of cheese, a sprinkle of herbs, a drizzle of olive oil and voila! A party appetizer that only took you moments to throw together.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sabra! While I was compensated in exchange for this post, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

I have a philosophy about hosting parties. Keep it simple.

I love to create a ton of food for friends and family whenever they pass through my front door, but I gave up a long time ago on making everything perfect in that “Martha Stewart-y” way. I used to think if my cupcakes weren’t frosted perfectly or if my appetizers weren’t arranged all dainty-like, that everyone would hate the food and promptly snub me. [Read more…]

Mango Garlic Shrimp Skewers with Spicy Cilantro Dipping Sauce

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON May 26, 2017 // 3 Comments

Mango Garlic Shrimp Skewers with Spicy Cilantro Dipping Sauce are tangy and juicy, making them the perfect appetizer for your next summer gathering. The mango garlic marinade infuses the shrimp with fresh flavor and when paired with a crisp pinot grigio, you’ll pick up all the fruity notes.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Cavit! While I was compensated in exchange for this post, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

You know what I love?

A great patio party.

After a couple of days of crappy snow upon my return from Europe, the sun is shining and the weather in Denver is getting H-O-T.

So naturally I’m ready to be outside as much as I can. [Read more…]

Grilled Chile Vodka Fish Tacos

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON May 25, 2017 // 3 Comments

Grilled Chile Vodka Fish Tacos are THE taco of the summer. The tilapia takes on a ton of flavor from the chile vodka marinade before it hits the grill! When you top off the fish with a bright grapefruit salsa and refreshing avocado jalapeño crema, it’s impossible to resist diving in for one (or three) more.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Breckenridge Distillery! While I was compensated in exchange for this post, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

After spending a couple of blissful weeks in Europe, I am back to the ol’ grind. Thankfully the ol’ grind includes cooking amazing things like these fish tacos, so really, I can’t complain.

I remember when returning to work after vacation was literally torture. This was generally because I would be heading out to a new destination immediately after returning home. There was one of these trips that brought me out to San Diego once I returned from vacation, and despite all my grumblings about not being home long enough, this trip ended up having a huge impact on me.

The huge impact came down to one. epic. taco. [Read more…]

Sesame Salmon Avocado Bowls

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON May 23, 2017 // Leave a Comment

Sesame Salmon Avocado Bowls are a rich and hearty bowl of delicious Asian flavors that won’t have you worrying about your waistline. Broiling the salmon gives it a crust that gives a wonderful texture to break up all the creamy avocado and fluffy white rice.

When I was in Hawaii, I had the most amazing poke bowl. It was rich and creamy, full of a variety of flavors and incredible fresh. When I loaded it up with extra jalapeno slices and wasabi, it was darn near the most amazing bowl of fish, veggies and rice that I’ve ever had.

Now before you all start freaking out on me… Yes, I am aware that this is NOT a poke bowl.

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Watercress Herb Ricotta Tomato Tart

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON May 19, 2017 // 3 Comments

When you serve up a Watercress Herb Ricotta Tomato Tart, I can guarantee that the crowd goes wild. The straightforward recipe requires little effort, but the mixture of fresh flavors in this savory appetizer jump off the plate. It’s a great savory appetizer to serve up at your next gathering!

I first discovered how to make pesto on the rooftop of my university in the center of Rome.

I kind of feel ridiculous even typing those words because it sounds so over-the-top romantic and wanderlust-y.

I did this little cooking class through my school when I studied abroad and one of the recipes we learned to make was pesto. It’s a simple enough recipe that you blend up in a food processor, but I have never experienced fresh-made pesto before that moment.

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Grilled Flank Steak Poblano Tacos

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON May 16, 2017 // Leave a Comment

It’s official. Grilled Flank Steak Poblano Tacos are THE taco of the summer. Fire up the grills, folks, because juicy flank steak paired with charred poblanos and sun-dried tomatoes is the tastiest combination of taco flavors ever!

This post is sponsored by Flatout Flatbread. As always, all opinions and recipe are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

The sun’s out and the temperatures are up so that can only mean one thing…

It’s time to fire up those GRILLS.

I remember when Kya was just a little pup and I would go out back to grill. She would run around and around, barking at everything (yes, even the air) while I laughed over a glass of wine and whatever I happened to be grilling.

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Honeycomb Ice Cream

Spicy Ginger Grilled Chicken Thighs with Avocado Salsa

Carbonnades à la Flamande (Belgian Beer Beef Stew)

Waffle Fry Spicy Pepper Bacon Poutine

Whiskey Apple Ginger Fizz

Bourbon Habanero Honey Chicken Wings

Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Bratwurst with Homemade Pickled Red Onions

Tart Cherry Fizz

Spicy Rotisserie Chicken Pressed Sandwich

Blueberry Pie Crumb Bars

Patriotic Tom Collins Punch

Grilled Peach Prosciutto Flatbread with Blackberry Balsamic Drizzle

Summer Crostini 3 Ways

48 Hour Foodie Guide: Las Vegas Strip

Melon Sangria

Grilled Pulled Pork Tex Mex Stuffed Avocados

No Churn Key Lime Pie Ice Cream

Soy Marinated Flank Steak with Creamy Kale Peanut Noodles + a Le Creuset Giveaway!

Garlic Hummus & Roasted Vegetable Grilled Flatbread

Mango Garlic Shrimp Skewers with Spicy Cilantro Dipping Sauce

Grilled Chile Vodka Fish Tacos

Sesame Salmon Avocado Bowls

Watercress Herb Ricotta Tomato Tart

Grilled Flank Steak Poblano Tacos

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