Shrimp cocktail is a classic, old time-y recipe that simply doesn’t go out of style. There are certain things you just don’t mess with, and shrimp cocktail is one of them. Call us purists when it comes to certain foods if you must. We proudly stand by this recipe as the best! Bring this as an appetizer to your next party and everyone will be begging for more! Can I make shrimp cocktail ahead of time?...

Can I use store bought BBQ sauce? We prefer the flavor of homemade BBQ sauce, but you can always use store bought in a pinch. Worcestershire Sauce Substitute: For all of you with seafood allergies out there, we know you’re constantly looking for Worcestershire sauce substitutes. In this homemade BBQ sauce, you can simply substitute with soy sauce. Butter: The butter helps in keeping the meat to maintain a smooth, moist texture....

This post is sponsored by Cache Valley Creamery. All opinions expressed are my own. Looking to switch up your mac and cheese routine? This is the recipe for you! People will never guess there are sweet potatoes in this twist on macaroni and cheese. The sweet potatoes end up just adding extra flavor and creaminess to the sauce with all the benefits of sneaking in some nutrition. That’s always going to be a winner....

And then there is my older sister, Jennifer, who is thrifty beyond measure, full of crafty coolness, and musically gifted to boot. I swear if I give her a dime she can magically turn it into a dollar. If you haven’t seen her blog yet, you should totally check it out. The Craft Patch is a great little blog for the frugally minded crafter. I take that back, you don’t even have to be a crafter to enjoy her blog because she has got tons of other cool stuff as well....

Get ready for the Best French Toast Casserole Ever! This is an easy way to get delicious french toast for the whole family! The best part? It only takes 15 minutes to get in the oven and can even be prepared the night before! Flavor Options for French Toast Casserole: A really fun twist is to use sweet flavored coffee creamers instead of a homemade liquid spice mixture. To do this add 2 ½ cups of your favorite coffee creamer and 8 eggs together for the mixture instead....

How can you tell if an apple is good? There are four things you can do when you are in the store to see if the apples you are buying is good and fresh: Look for any visible bruises, wormholes, cuts, and brown spots.Make sure the color is appropriate to the variety of apple you’re inspectingGive it a smell test to make sure it’s not rancid or has any foul odorsCheck the firmness to make sure there aren’t any squishy spots....

Instead of having little chunks of cookie dough in your ice cream, put some ice cream in your cookie dough! These scrumptious, frozen sandwiches combine all out favorite comfort foods. They are rich, creamy, doughy, chocolately and sweet. You can use your favorite ice cream inside too! Do I have to chill the dough? Yes, for the ice cream to spread best onto the dough, it should be frozen....

Coffee: If you are not a regular coffee drinker and don’t already have some in your home, you can always grab an espresso at your local coffee shop! If you are avoiding caffeine, you can always use decaf. Alcohol Options: We are making our tiramisu alcohol-free, but you can add up to 3 tablespoons of dark rum to the cream mixture, and 3 tablespoons of rum to the espresso mixture. Ladyfingers: You should be able to find ladyfingers in most grocery stores, but we have come across a few stores that don’t keep them in stock....

How do I use homemade pumpkin pie spice? You can use your own spice blend in place of store-bought in any recipe that calls for pumpkin spice. If you like this recipe, you may be interested in these delicious pumpkin recipes: Pumpkin Cinnamon RollsPumpkin PancakesPumpkin Pie Oatmeal SmoothieEasy Peasy Pumpkin Pie Δ Δ

Whenever we make garlic bread for guests, they simply can’t stop raving about it. Ultimate Garlic Bread Recipe, anyone? It is always gobbled up, no matter who we make it for! Some people even refer to it as “crack” bread. So, we took all of our favorite flavors in garlic bread to create these amazing garlic bread roasted potatoes. You are seriously going to love them! Now, we actually don’t eat potatoes very often in our house....

Make by hand Instructions: You can make this in either a stand mixer or by hand. If you want to make by hand, you’ll need a large mixing bowl to stir it all together with a wooden spoon. Once it becomes too difficult to stir with a spoon, you can switch to your hands. Proceed to kneading with your hands on a clean, lightly floured surface for 5-10 minutes. Flour Options for Homemade Breadsticks: This recipe can work well with either all-purpose flour or bread flour....

What if I don’t have a stand mixer? You can still make these delicious buns without a mixer. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, salt and about 2 cups of the flour. Stir in the liquid mixture until well combined. Add in the remaining flour 1/2 cup – 1 cup at a time, kneading it into the dough as you go. Once all the flour has been added in, knead for another 5 minutes or so....

What is a Tomahawk Steak? Where do I purchase one? The tomahawk steak is essentially a bone-in ribeye steak. It is taken from the rib section, with the large rib bone still attached. Its appearance resembles that of a tomahawk ax. Having a bone-in ribeye insulates the meat while it cooks, making your meat more moist and tender. Tomahawk steaks can be found in many butcher shops and are becoming more common in higher-end grocery stores....

Can I make Old Fashioned Berry Cobbler with other fruit? You absolutely can! Just substitute in three pounds of the fresh fruit of your choice. Just make sure it’s all prepared first (peeled, sliced, pitted). Crust: Whether or not cobbler should have a bottom crust is actually a hotly debated topic in some crowds. By definition, no, cobblers do not have a bottom crust. Cobblers have a fruit bottom and are generally topped with a sweet biscuit dough, but can also have a more cake like consistency as well....

This recipe came about because I was at the store and the salmon steaks were just too beautiful to pass up (and at a really good price). I squeezed my orange juice straight from some oranges, but you could always use bottled if it is easier for you. Orange and ginger are a great pairing and both offer so many health benefits. I add a little brown sugar for a little bit of sweetness, and some soy sauce for that Asian salty flair....

Prep Time: <15 minutes Slow Cooker Time: 8 to 10 hours, low Yield: Serves 4 Ingredients 1 lb. boneless beef short ribs salt and pepper 3 TB worcestershire sauce 6 medium-size yukon gold potatoes, chopped 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced 1 tsp basil 1 tsp oregano 4 eggs (optional) Instructions Heat a skillet over high heat. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper and sear them on each side....

Storage and Reheating Instructions You can store any leftover star bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. If you want to get a bit more longevity out of it, you can also store it in the fridge where it will keep for one week. If you want to reheat it, you can do so in the microwave at 30-second increments until warmed through. Dough Options...

Can I add alcohol to watermelon slushy? Yes, you can totally add alcohol to make this an adult beverage. The traditional liquor to add to a watermelon slushy is vodka, but feel free to experiment with your preferred liquor. How to pick a good watermelon? There are a few ways to tell if a watermelon is ripe: If you hold it against your belly and give it a pat, you should feel a good thump against your belly....

There are a million ways to cook chicken, but do you know what makes it more exciting? Stuffing it full of delicious stuff! Here is a list of 5 of my stuffed chicken recipes. Each variation tastes surprisingly different from the others and has their own unique spin. Stuffed Herb Chicken Breast Recipe Looking for a classic? Look no further than the Stuffed Herb Chicken Breasts. Full of cheese and flavorful herbs, this recipe for stuffed chicken will win over even picky eaters....

Black Bean Options: To make this recipe even easier, go ahead and use cans of refried black beans instead of whole beans. Spice Level: You can increase or decrease the heat by removing or leaving in the seeds in the jalapeño. You can also add in extra chipotle in adobo sauce to increase heat. Pro Tip: If your black bean dip is too thick, you can always thin it out with a bit of water or chicken broth....