When the Adirondack summer sun is shining, there’s no better way to spend the evening than flipping burgers on the grill with friends and family nearby. At Charlie Johns, your one-stop shop in Speculator for everything from groceries to hardware, you’ll find all the essentials you need to fire up your backyard barbecue. Grilling Gear…
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Sweeten Father’s Day with a Delicious Dessert from Charlie Johns
Father’s Day is the perfect time to treat Dad to something sweet! If he’s a chocoholic, we’ve got a simple yet decadent dessert recipe that will make his day even more special. Father’s Day Chocolate Caramel Trifle Ingredients: 1 box of chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients needed to prepare) 2 cups caramel sauce 2 cups…
Make Valentine’s Day Special with These Delicious Ideas
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you might be thinking about ways you can show your loved ones how special they are to you. And, there’s no better way than by giving them delicious foods that you’ve made yourself! In this article, we’ll share some delectable Valentine’s Day meal and treat ideas, and how…
These Holiday Cookies Are a Minty Delight
Once the holidays roll around, many people enjoy the annual tradition of cookie baking. While we all know and love the traditional Christmas sugar cookie, gingerbread men, and fudge, sometimes we might want to find something new and unique for our holiday cookie platters. This year, why not try out these delectable Minty Delight cookies…
Savor Fall Flavor with This Simple Apple Recipe
Once the fall season arrives, people start to think about everything the season has to offer, from beautiful leaves in shades of red, orange, and yellow, to tasty autumn treats made with apples and pumpkin. These fall fruits are plentiful, and many delicious baked goods and beverages are inspired by their flavor. The recipe we’re…
Prepare for Your Day at Camp with This Breakfast Recipe
Camping adventures often mean early mornings and busy days. That’s why having a nutrient-packed breakfast before heading out for a day of hiking, swimming, or mountain biking is important. This breakfast recipe provides the carbs and protein you need to start the day right and can easily be prepared right on your camp stove. Big…
Tired of Tuna? Try This Deliciously Simple Seafood Salad.
Tuna salad sandwiches are often a staple at the lunch table, and while tuna is packed with both flavor and nutrition, sometimes your tastebuds crave something new. If you’re bored with the same old tuna sandwich, why not mix it up and try this delectable seafood salad recipe? It’s as easy to make as tuna…
Get Your Game on With This Venison Recipe
If you’re an avid hunter, chances are you have venison and other game in the freezer. If you have venison loin or leg, you might want to take it out to thaw – this delicious venison marinade recipe is one you’ll want to try right away. Marinated Venison Steaks Ingredients: For the Marinade: 1 1/2…
Need a Holiday Party Treat? Try These Easy, Fun Grinch Cookies.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, which means food, fun, and festivities. It also might mean you’re short on time. If you’ve been tasked with providing a holiday treat for a school, church, or work gathering, you might be looking for something easy, yet festive, that you can whip together. These cute Grinch-inspired…
Try This Cornbread Dressing Recipe This Thanksgiving
For the most part, a traditional Thanksgiving feast consists of turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable dishes, cranberry sauce, and of course, stuffing or dressing. Stuffing and dressing are essentially the same, except stuffing is cooked inside the turkey, and dressing is usually prepared in a casserole dish. Of all the Thanksgiving dishes, the dressing may…