Welcome to the Cozy Mystery Cooking Club • Sip + Sanity

If you love a good mystery and good food, you’ve found your people! Hosted by That Lemonade Life and Sip + Sanity, the Cozy Mystery Cooking Club is whisking its way through our favorite foodie mysteries.

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What We’re Reading Now

Berry the Hatchet by Peg Cochran

Join the club and our next virtual meetup on Wednesday, November 15 at 7pm Eastern.

Murder Uncorked by Michele Scott

What a nutty cast of characters in this Napa wine country based cozy, Murder Uncorked by Michele Scott. Here are the wine-infused recipes inspired by the story.

Baked Scallops in White Wine Cream Sauce from Sip + Sanity

Baked Scallops in White Wine Cream Sauce is perfect for dinner parties or romantic evenings…with succulent scallops, lemony breadcrumbs, and a creamy sauce that begs for hunk of crusty bread.

Baked scallops in white wine cream sauce topped with golden crispy breadcrumbs in an oval dish.

White Wine Poached Pears + Whipped Cream from That Lemonade Life

Pears poached in white wine and cinnamon, and topped with a delicious three ingredient whipped cream for a simple fall dessert.

Mocha and Murder by Tonya Kappes

The fictional Bean Hive Coffee Shop in Mocha and Murder by Tonya Kappes, inspired these delicious recipes!

Mini Croissant Kentucky Hot Brown Casserole from Sip + Sanity

This Mini Croissant Hot Brown Casserole has buttery, flaky mini croissants mingling with savory turkey and bacon, sweet cherry tomatoes, and ooey-gooey, bourbon-infused creamy cheese sauce that'll have you licking your plate clean!

A casserole topped with melted cheese, bacon bits and halved cherry tomatoes.

Tiramisu Inspired Cupcakes from That Lemonade Life

Cupcakes that taste just like classic tiramisu! Simple vanilla cake base, brushed with brewed espresso, and topped with mascarpone buttercream and cocoa powder.

Death in Four Courses by Lucy Burdette

We’re having fun with key limes in these recipes inspired by Death in Four Courses, a Key West Food Critic Mystery by Lucy Burdette.

Ginger + Key Lime Icebox Cake from Sip + Sanity

Ginger + Key Lime Icebox Cake combines the refreshing tanginess of key lime with the spiciness of ginger snaps for an indulgent, easy, no-bake treat.

An icebox cake on a white platter with layers of ginger snaps and key lime cream.

No Farm, No Foul by Peg Cochran

We’re growing delicious eats with our from-the-farm inspired recipes based on No Farm, No Foul by Peg Cochran.

Farmer’s Market Strawberry, Bacon + Blue Cheese Salad from Sip + Sanity

Hit the farmer’s market this weekend and grab up ingredients to make this super flavorful Strawberry Bacon + Blue Cheese Salad! It’s a perfect light, summertime meal.

An oval serving dish filled with baby salad greens, strawberries, hard boiled egg halves, pecans and caramelized onions on a wood table.

Easy Sourdough Discard Blueberry Waffles from That Lemonade Life

Running out of ways to use that sourdough discard? Try these easy blueberry waffles made with sourdough discard and a few simple ingredients.

Murder at the Beacon Bakeshop by Darci Hannah

A haunted lighthouse, a financier turned baker, and a nutty cast of characters make for some delicious sweet treats. Here are our recipes inspired by Murder at the Beacon Bakeshop by Darci Hannah.

Cherry Sweet Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing + Toasted Almonds from Sip + Sanity

Cherry Sweet Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing + Toasted Almonds is a bakery-style treat that will become your favorite way to start the day.

A metal baking pan filled with iced cherry sweet rolls with toasted almonds on red striped towel.

Browned Butter Butterscotch Blondies from That Lemonade Life

These blondies are decadent and fudgy, with butterscotch chips and browned butter! They are easy to make, with minimal ingredients, one bowl, and one pan.

Kernel of Truth by Kristi Abbott

America’s favorite snack has found its way into our recipes inspired by Kernel of Truth by Kristi Abbott!

Homemade Popcorn Seasonings from Sip + Sanity

Homemade popcorn seasonings are a must have for your next movie night! Learn the basics for making your own popcorn seasoning recipes to level up this healthy snack.

Fun Popcorn + Caramel Cookies from That Lemonade Life

The perfect chewy cookie, with crispy edges! It’s the best of both worlds with these popcorn + caramel flavored sweet cookies.

Murder with Lemon Tea Cakes by Karen Rose Smith

Afternoon tea will never be the same! Check out these tea and tea time recipes inspired by Murder with Lemon Tea Cakes by Karen Rose Smith!

Green Tea Yuzu Sour Mocktail from Sip + Sanity

Green Tea Yuzu Sour Mocktail — sweet, tart, with floral and herbal notes. It’s refreshing, delicious and just right when you want an alcohol-free cocktail!

A green tea yuzu sour mocktail garnished with a slice of lemon, a cherry and some mint.

Lemon Sweet Rolls (with Lemon Icing!) from That Lemonade Life

The softest lemon sweet rolls, with a bright lemon flavor and easy lemon icing!

Yeast of Eden by Sarah Fox

It’s holiday time for our breakfast making sleuth in Yeast of Eden by Sarah Fox, so holiday breakfast treats are on the menu for us!

Cranberry Crumble Pancakes from Sip + Sanity

Cranberry Crumble Pancakes are deliciously spiced, sweet and tart all at once! Topped with cranberry maple syrup and a brown sugar oat crumble, they’re a great way to start the day.

Stack of pancakes topped with cranberry maple syrup and oat crumble.

Easy Cherry + Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Braid

This easy puff pastry braid looks fancy but is simple to make. Sweet cream cheese and cherry jam inside a pastry braid, with a drizzle of delicious icing.

The Diva Runs Out of Thyme by Krista Davis

A Thanksgiving themed mystery complete with a scandalous stuffing competition inspired these recipes from The Diva Runs Out of Thyme!

Cornbread + Bacon Stuffing Stuffed Mushrooms from Sip + Sanity

Cornbread + Bacon Stuffing Stuffed Mushrooms marry salty, sweet and earthy into a scrumptious and satisfying party appetizer.

Cornbread stuffing stuffed mushroom appetizers on a wooden board.

A Slice of Murder by Chris Lavender

A Slice of Murder, our September 2022 book, had us thinking about one thing…PIZZA!

Grilled Pizza Dough Sandwiches from Sip + Sanity

Grilled Pizza Dough Sandwiches aren’t just glorified grilled cheeses! They’re made with easy homemade dough and filled with all the classic pizza ingredients. It’s a fun twist on pizza!

Two halves of a pizza dough sandwich stacked on a wood board.

Pear + Gorgonzola Pizza (with honey!) from That Lemonade Life

Pizza lovers unite for this pear and gorgonzola pizza- with honey drizzle! Fall flavors combine to make this easy pizza a sure favorite.

By Cook or By Crook by Maya Corrigan

Our August 2022 cooking club read, By Cook or By Crook by Maya Corrigan, challenged us with 5-ingredient recipes…challenge accepted!

Easiest 5-Ingredient Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches from Sip + Sanity

These cookie ice cream sandwiches are made with just five ingredients! Box cake mix is the easiest shortcut to soft, chocolatey cookies. Just add your favorite ice cream and you’re done!

Three cookie ice cream sandwiches on a white plate.

5-Ingredient Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle Jars from That Lemonade Life

These strawberry cheesecake trifle jars are a new favorite! Layers of strawberries, cookie crust, and a homemade no-bake cheesecake filling. Best of all, they are only 5 ingredients!

Death of a Kitchen Diva by Lee Hollis

Death of a Kitchen Diva by Lee Hollis, our June 2022 cooking club book, is full of crazy antics and crazy delicious Maine eats.

Blueberry Hibiscus Lemonade from Sip + Sanity

Blueberry Hibiscus Lemonade isn’t just a refreshing drink. It’s made with antioxidant rich ingredients like whole blueberries and real hibiscus flowers. Go ahead…take a sip!

Two glasses of blueberry hibiscus lemonade on a white tray.

Up To No Gouda by Linda Reilly

Up to No Gouda by Linda Reilly, had us drooling over grilled cheese for our May 2022 cooking club book. Not gonna lie…the book pick was totally self-serving!

Vegetarian Antipasto Grilled Cheese Sandwich from Sip + Sanity

The Vegetarian Antipasto Grilled Cheese Sandwich — when you really want grilled cheese without a ton of guilt! Loaded with veggies and two kinds of cheese, it’s packed with flavor and soul-filling comfort. (Inspired by Bobby Flay’s Grilled Antipasto with Gorgonzola Crostini.)

Closeup of vegetarian antipasto grilled cheese sandwiches.

Prosciutto Grilled Cheese with Honey + Gorgonzola from That Lemonade Life

This grilled cheese is perfect for charcuterie lovers! Layers of prosciutto, cheddar, gorgonzola, a drizzle of honey… and it’s so easy to make!

The Chocolate Bunny Brouhaha by JoAnna Carl

It was all things chocolate for our April 2022 cooking club book, The Chocolate Bunny Brouhaha by JoAnna Carl. Yum!

No Bake Triple Chocolate Cheesecake (with Water Ganache) from Sip + Sanity

This No Bake Triple Chocolate Tart is for SERIOUS chocoholics only! Using water instead of cream for the ganache creates a pure chocolate flavor that is so over the top!

A chocolate tart with raspberries on top on a white background.

Easy White Chocolate Blackberry Jam Crumb Bars from That Lemonade Life

These easy blackberry bars make a small batch- but there’s still plenty to go around! 8 small bars, of sweet blackberry jam and white chocolate, and a most delicious crumb.

Blackberry Jam Crumb Bars by That Lemonade Life.

A Catered St. Patrick’s Day by Isis Crawford

Our March 2022 cooking club book, A Catered St. Patrick’s Day by Isis Crawford, brought the St. Pat’s fun food!

Air Fryer Irish Cheddar + Bacon Potato Croquettes from Sip + Sanity

Air Fryer Irish Cheddar + Bacon Potato Croquettes are a delicious way to use up leftover mashed potatoes for a fun, two-bite appetizer.

Irish cheddar and bacon potato croquettes on a serving board.

Small Batch Irish Buttermilk Scones with Honey Butter from That Lemonade Life

These tender Irish buttermilk scones are delicious with honey butter (two ways: sweet or savory), or some jam for a delightfully cozy breakfast or tea.

A Spoonful of Murder by Connie Archer

How apropos that we celebrated National Soup Month with this title. Cozy up with one of these recipes from our January 2022 cooking club book, A Spoonful of Murder by Connie Archer.

Rotisserie Chicken Pho in the Instant Pot from Sip + Sanity

Rotisserie Chicken Pho in the Instant Pot is a shortcut method to enjoy this beloved Vietnamese-style soup at home! Enjoy with fresh vegetable garnishes for a delicious meal.

bowl of rotisserie chicken pho with garnishes

Rustic Italian Tortellini Soup (with pesto + veggies!) from That Lemonade Life

Rustic Italian tortellini soup is a perfect comfort food! Packed with veggies, tortellini, and delicious pesto, and ready in 45 minutes!

Deck the Donuts by Ginger Bolton

We created our own donut concoctions for our December 2021 cooking club book, Deck the Donuts by Ginger Bolton.

Cranberry Brie Donuts from Sip + Sanity

Cranberry + Brie Donuts are a new twist (quite literally) on that classic holiday appetizer! Just a handful of easy ingredients and you’ve got a festive and delicious party nosh!

Cranberry White Chocolate Baked Donut Holes from That Lemonade Life

Just imagine- rows and rows of baked donut holes, lined up in neat little rows, like little donut soldiers. Just waiting to be eaten on Christmas morning!

Magic in Christmas River by Meg Muldoon

Cinnamon’s Pie Shop churns out inspiration in our October 2021 cooking club book, Magic in Christmas River by Meg Muldoon.

Spiced Honey + Wine Poached Pear Pie from Sip + Sanity

Spiced Honey + Wine Poached Pear Pie is an elegant dessert that lets the pears really shine through. It’s the perfect addition to your holiday dessert table!

Salted Caramel Pear Tarts with Biscoff Cookie Crust from That Lemonade Life

These salted caramel pear tarts are full of quintessential fall flavors! Delicious salted caramel, pear filling, in a biscoff cookie crust!

caramel pear tarts from that lemonade life.

Scone Cold Killer by Lena Gregory

It’s all-day breakfast inspiration from our September 2021 cooking club book, Scone Cold Killer by Lena Gregory.

Savory Dutch Baby with Serrano Ham, Fried Eggs + Gruyere from Sip + Sanity

This Savory Dutch Baby Recipe is topped with melty gruyere cheese, perfectly fried eggs and shards of Serrano ham with a garnish of simply dressed greens. Savory breakfast lovers will swoon over this.

savory dutch baby with eggs radish and salad

Elevated Croissant Egg Sandwich with Ham and Cheese from That Lemonade Life

Elevated baked croissant egg sandwich with ham and cheese…the top is an egg in a hole! Fancy looking but not hard to make for breakfast or brunch when you want a little extra sass.

Make Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos from Chicken Soup with Dumplings

Fluffy scrambled eggs, robust sausage, and gooey cheddar cheese are rolled into a tortilla for a delicious make-ahead breakfast or brunch.

make ahead breakfast burritos from chicken soup with dumplings.

Peaches and Scream by Susan Furlong

Check out these peachy recipes inspired by our July 2021 cooking club book, Peaches and Scream by Susan Furlong.

Mini Fresh Peach Pavlovas with Fuzzy Navel Syrup

These Mini Fresh Peach Pavlovas with Fuzzy Navel Syrup are the perfect vehicle for one of our favorite summertime fruits! Crispy, chewy, sweet + juicy — they tick all the boxes!

Individual Peach Trifle with Bourbon Mascarpone Whipped Cream from That Lemonade Life

This individual peach trifle recipe is a lovely summer dessert. With homemade bourbon and mascarpone whipped cream, its a delight to eat but so simple to make!

Peach Glazed Grilled Pork Tenderloin from Chicken Soup with Dumplings

The sun-kissed taste of fresh peaches and the robust, smoky flavors of grilled meat come together in this peach glazed pork tenderloin.

peach glazed pork tenderloin from chicken soup with dumplings

A Deadly Inside Scoop by Abby Collette

Check out these ice cream creations inspired by our June 2021 cooking club book, A Deadly Inside Scoop by Abby Collette.

Deliciously Decadent Raspberry Java Brownie Sundae from Sip + Sanity

This raspberry java brownie sundae is for those moments you want something rich and decadent, but brightened with fruit and kicked up with coffee notes! Enjoying this after a *light* meal is highly recommended (or just skip dinner altogether)!

Homemade White Chocolate Ice Cream with a Blueberry Swirl from That Lemonade Life

White chocolate ice cream with a blueberry swirl is a lovely homemade treat! With a creamy white chocolate base and a blueberry swirl throughout, this ice cream is perfect for warm summer days!

white chocolate ice cream with blueberry swirl from That Lemonade Life

Bursts of Peanut Butter Ice Cream from A Homebody’s Adventures

Raise your hand if you love peanut butter! Well you’ll love this homemade peanut butter ice cream recipe, perfect for all your cravings.

Rocky Road Frozen Pudding Pie from Chicken Soup with Dumplings

Marshmallows, chocolate chips, and pecans cleverly dot this dessert for all the fun of rocky road ice cream in an elegant frozen pie.