It’s National Hot Dog Month
And, nothing beats a chile dog – in our humble opinon! The hot dog chile is cooked a particular way so that it’s a perfect topping. If you want to throw some New Mexico heat into it, you know how! … Continued
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Watermelon Salad – Greek Style
Ingredients: 3 cups cubed watermelon 2 large ripe tomatoes1 medium cucumber1 small red onion1⁄3 cup pitted kalamata olives1⁄3 cup crumbled fetaSome chopped parsley and mint Olive oil and red-wine vinegar Salt and pepper Preparation: In a large bowl combine 3 … Continued
Sweet Bacon Wrapped Breadsticks for Celebrating any Holiday
Sweet Bacon Wrapped Breadsticks for celebrating any holiday are easy to make and easy for guests to enjoy. It’s candied bacon wrapped around a thin breadstick. We can think of several variations on this – see them at the bottom of the page! This is … Continued
Tacoma is a Trip!
And you will want to go after reading this! If you appreciate culture, creativity, classic cars, and city sophistication, surrounded by breathtaking scenery – it can all be found in Tacoma’s downtown and Puget Sound area. The city’s many districts … Continued
It’s Turkey Lovers Month
Every month is turkey lover’s month at our house – we cook turkey all year long. We like the choices available for things like turkey salad, turkey soup and turkey casseroles! A favorite is good, old fashioned Turkey Tetrazzini. Ingredients … Continued
It’s National Burger Month
Is there anything better than a chargrilled burger over a campfire? We think NOT! Is it time to change it up a little considering all the specialty burgers that are appearing on menus? INGREDIENTS FOR THE BURGER – do your … Continued
Worlds of Fun
This is for You Thrill Seekers! Why not camp in the backyard of a fabulous amusement and water park? Friends or family without a camper can rent a cottage for a fun time for the whole family! Located in Kansas … Continued
Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
Hawaiian Macaroni Salad only has 6 ingredients but sometimes simple is the best. This salad is perfect – make some for National Salad Month. It will go fast! Ingredients 1 pound macaroni 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 carrots shredded 1/4 cup onion shredded (optional) 2 1/2 cups Mayonnaise Best Foods or Hellman’s mayonnaise (no substitutes!) … Continued
Coconut Flan
Flan is actually easy to make and it seems to be a popular dessert wherever it’s offered.Take it over the top with this Coconut Flan. It’s incredibly good and very impressive! Ingredients: 1 Cup cajeta or caramel sauce at room … Continued
Dark Sky Camping in New Mexico
Dark Sky camping in New Mexico is easy – it’s home to 7 Gold and Silver-Tier Dark Sky Parks, as certified by the International Dark Sky Association. And there are many other areas of the state that are known for … Continued
Today is New Beer’s Eve!
Today is New Beer’s Eve. Yes, it’s real! Sit back and enjoy a bottle or two of suds. For over a decade (1920-1933), beer and alcohol were banned in the United States. This ban was set in place by the … Continued
La Hacienda RV Park – Make it Your Home
With stunning RV sites and cozy cottages – La Hacienda RV Park – Make it Your Home! Located just 3 miles from Lake Travis and 30 minutes to downtown Austin this is a beautiful way to vacation in Texas Hill … Continued
Potato Chip Chocolate Pie
This Potato Chip Chocolate Pie is the perfect thing for National Potato Chip Month. And, for a double celebration, it’s also Pi Day! Easy to make and tastes great! If you don’t want to go to the trouble of making … Continued
Valentine, Nebraska Any Time Of Year
February is National Heart Month and if you love to camp any time of the year, consider Valentine, Nebraska. Located in north central Nebraska is the little town of Valentine – population 2800. Along its wide Main Street, downtown Valentine is … Continued
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake
February is also the Great American Pie Month. Who doesn’t like pie? Would you like it better if you didn’t have to cook it – just assemble it? Sounds good to us! Ginger Snap Crust ▢30 ginger snap cookies, … Continued
Cherry Mash Truffles for Valentines Day
You may remember this candy under different names – Bing, Big Cherry and Cherry Bash. Make up a batch for yourself today and put some in the freezer for Valentines Day! Ingredients 1 package (7.2 ounces) Betty Crocker Fluffy White … Continued
Super Bowl Crab Rangoon Dip
This will go quicker than you think, so you might want to make a double batch if you are expecting a lot of people.
No Bake Nutella Cheesecake
Three of the loveliest words in the world are “No Bake”, “Nutella” and “Cheesecake”! Would be lovely for Valentine’s Day. Ingredients: 10 oz. Graham crackers 5 Tbs. soft unsalted butter 1 – 13 oz. jar of Nutella at room temperature … Continued
Avalanche Fifth Wheel Review: A Landslide of Fantastic Features
Come take a look at our Avalanche fifth wheel review! If you’re shopping for a new or used RV, you won’t want to miss these gorgeous fifth wheels from Keystone RV. Families of any size can easily find the perfect … Continued
Classic Clam Chowder
It’s easy to make a classic clam chowder with fresh or canned clams. Will warm you up and fill you up! If you can get fresh clams, save a couple to add whole to the chowder for a fabulous presentation. … Continued