Jane Sweeney, Author at Cool Mom Eats

The best way to grill sausage for all your summer cookouts and barbecues.

by Jane Sweeney | Jul 1, 2019 | Party!, Recipes, Tips + Tricks

Fourth of July is coming up and grilled sausages are on the menu for our cookout. They’re one of my favorite things to grill pretty much anytime the sun is shining, but especially for summer holiday gatherings. Buy a variety of sausages, prep all the mustards and...

The best ever tips for making the best ever DIY ice cream cookie sandwiches

by Jane Sweeney | Jun 22, 2019 | Party!, Recipes

DIY ice cream cookie sandwiches have been on my mind for the last oh, twenty years or so. My love affair began in a famous cookie shop called Diddy Riese in my college town of Westwood, California. For one whole dollar (and I’m really not that old, I swear) you could...

How to grill potatoes: 3 simple methods for a perfect summer side dish.

by Jane Sweeney | May 29, 2019 | Recipes, Tips + Tricks

I don’t know if it’s the Irish in me, but I’m an ardent four-season potato fan. Every winter I tend to crank up the oven and roast them, savoring each golden, crisp skin and soft, pillowy interior. And as summer approaches, there’s no reason we can’t grill potatoes to...

The best Trader Joe’s products for Memorial Day from a professionally trained cook – apps, drinks, grilling shortcuts and more!

by Jane Sweeney | May 20, 2019 | Party!, Shopping Finds

The best Trader Joe’s products for Memorial Day are all right here. And I know, because I spent forever combing the aisles (real and virtual) to find everything from quick sandwich toppers to flavor-packed marinades. They’re perfect for easy cooking, snacking...

6 family-friendly meatball variations for dinner: Make on weekends, devour all month.

by Jane Sweeney | May 9, 2019 | Recipes

Dear meatballs, I love everything about you. I love that you can be healthy or decadent, quick or slow cooking, meaty or vegan, and that you can easily span multiple meals. Meatballs are a blank canvas for spices, herbs, sauce; the options are endless. And meatballs...