Hi Cooking Moms, Dads & Friends,

Happy Friday! I hope you had a great week! It’s Lent and that means for a lot of us, no meat on Friday. Don’t get me wrong. I love a good fish fry, but, sometimes it’s more relaxing to cook seafood at home. If you're looking for some new recipes for Lent, I've got a bunch you and your family will love.

Salmon is so easy to make at home. Easy on the wallet too! Whether you do it outside on the grill, or inside in a skillet or grill plan, always start cooking the salmon skin side down. Also, don’t overcook it. It really takes just a few minutes on each side. My Lemon Garlic Salmon with a simple quick marinade will take your seafood to the next level. Try it! I bet you have everything to make it in your kitchen right now!

Like shrimp? I love it! My Cheesy Baked Shrimp Sandwiches will be a huge hit. Warm out of the oven these sandwiches are to die for. They make a delicious dinner served with my Sunny Spinach Salad. You need to make these! Click Dinner, Sandwiches and Salads for more sensational sandwich and salad recipes.

You can’t go wrong with homemade mac ’n cheese. Have you ever thought about making it in your muffin tins? My Mac ’n Cheese Minis are so fun. The kids will love them! Click Casseroles and Sides for more of my faves.

I can’t believe it’s March and St. Paddy’s Day is right around the corner! Time to buy that corned beef brisket. I always buy the flat cut corned beef! It’s a lot less fatty than the point cut. My Corned Beef in the Slow Cooker is the way to go! Turns out perfect every time. Don’t even think about doing it another way!

My Slow Cooker Beef 'n Beer Pot Roast is another favorite for St. Paddy’s Day! So good and super easy! Click Slow Cooker for more slow cooker recipes.

Both are great served with my homemade Beer Bread. It’s the easiest recipe ever!

For dessert, it’s gotta be green! Like my version of Shamrock Shakes or Chocolate Mint Brownies. Yum! Click Desserts and Drinks for more fun recipes.

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If you are stuck in a recipe rut, why not treat yourself or a loved one to new recipes? I have 2 cookbooks with lots of beautiful color pictures and each is filled with nearly 200 unique recipes. Click Amy's Books on Amazon to order.

Join Me on an AMAZING Culinary Vacation!

Have you heard I’m hosting culinary vacations? I know we are all excited to start traveling again! I’ve planned four AMAZING culinary vacations. My trips are extra special and different from the rest. Join me for these trips of a lifetime!

In June 2021, join me for a 3-day trip to beautiful Mackinac Island. This trip is ALMOST sold out! Call Brittany at Bon Voyage Boutique Travel 920-725-2880 to get in on the fun and reserve your spot.

In September 2021, join me for a river cruise through Germany, Austria and Switzerland in September. I’ve always dreamed of taking a river cruise through Europe. This trip is going to be spectacular! A river cruise is the absolute best and stress-free way to see Europe. It’s a great value too because gourmet meals and wine, beer, and champagne are all included on the cruise!

If you’re dreaming of a beautiful beach vacation with amazing food this trip is for you! I just announced this trip last week! We’ll beat the winter blues and spend a week in one of my favorite cities, gorgeous Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! In January 2022, we’ll stay in a super small, just 80 rooms, 4-diamond luxury beach front resort. I worked really hard to make sure this trip is not only first class but really budget friendly too! All of your food and wine and top shelf cocktails at the resort are included. And it’s not your typical all-inclusive. The cuisine is gourmet, fresh and locally inspired! We’ll even have the option of a multi-course chef’s dinner overlooking the ocean.

Plus, besides the fancy stuff we’ll go local! We’ll join local foodies in search of Puerto Vallarta’s freshly made warm tortillas, the ultimate tacos, tamales, amazing fresh seafood, and fabulous cocktails too. It will be whale watching season during this trip. Let’s go watch! It’s going to be AMAZING! Why not treat yourself to winter getaway you’ll never forget? Read my latest blog post Join The Cooking Mom in Puerto Vallarta to see pictures and get lots more details. This trip is going to book up fast! Hope you're on board? Call Brittany at Bon Voyage Boutique Travel 920-725-2880 for more. You can also email her at: brittany@bonvoyagebt.com

In April of 2022, join me on an incredible trip to Ireland! This trip is also booking up quickly! From Irish cooking classes, to scone baking, whiskey tasting, a VIP tour of Guinness, and so much more. We’ll do it all. We’ll even stay in a real castle outside of Dublin! I can only take a small group so get your reservation in soon! Click Join The Cooking Mom in Ireland to read more about this trip and find out how to reserve your spot!

To find out more about my trips and what makes them so unique click Culinary Vacations with The Cooking Mom.

If you want to get on the list for updates and details on all my trips email me at info@thecookingmom.com!

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I hope you all have wonderful weekend! Stay safe and cook up some memories!

Take care,
Amy, The Cooking Mom