Vegetable Oil Substitute: This recipe uses vegetable oil for moisture. We know that some people don’t care to add this much vegetable oil to their bread. That’s okay! Go ahead and replace the vegetable oil with applesauce 1:1. Sweet Potato vs. Pumpkin: We absolutely love our pumpkin bread, but if you have a hard time finding canned pumpkin, or simply want to change things up, go ahead and substitute with canned sweet potato puree....

Buttermilk Substitute: You can easily make buttermilk at home if you don’t have any already in your fridge. Buttermilk is simply milk that has curdled or fermented – there’s no actual butter involved. The name refers to the taste! Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar for every cup of milk in a measuring cup. Stir and let sit for about five minutes before adding it to the rest of the ingredients....

Hungarian Goulash is a stew that dates back to the 9th century. This recipe is for an American Goulash which dates back to the early 1900s and is generally made using ground beef and pasta in a chili powder and paprika tomato stew. Meat Options: A traditional American-style goulash calls for ground beef. For a lighter version, you can swap the ground beef out for ground chicken or turkey. If you prefer pork, use ground Italian sausage....

Pan Options for Homemade French Bread: If you don’t have a French bread pan, you can always use a regular baking sheet. Just be sure to give your loaves enough space in between them so that they don’t end up connected.If you come to love homemade french bread, I highly recommend investing in a french bread pan. It is perforated (has a lot of holes) which allows for even heat circulation....

Picnics are a family favorite of ours. Spring, Summer, Fall, we like picnicking during them all! Pressed sandwiches are a perfect picnic item. They are also great for serving at luncheons, and baby/bridal showers. They are easy to put together and require making ahead so it is the perfect party and picnic food. This particular sandwich is bursting with flavor. I used a walnut pesto spread because I enjoy the flavor and slight crunch of the walnuts as opposed to the more traditional pine nuts....

Sausage Options: To add even more flavor in this recipe, you can always use a country style pork sausage instead of just ground pork. That can really add a lot to this recipe. Just make sure you stay away from Italian style ground pork sausage. It just isn’t the right flavor profile. Egg Substitutes: You have a few options for egg substitutes in meatballs: Buttermilk: 2 tablespoons per eggYogurt: 1/4 cup per eggUnsweetened Applesauce: 3 tablespoons per eggRicotta Cheese: 1/4 cup per egg...

Looking for the perfect brownie recipe? Look no further! I’ve been making these brownies for years and have used them a base for some of my favorite brownie creations like my Oreo Fudge Brownies. Lately I’ve had so many friends ask for my basic brownie recipe I decided it was about dang time to publish just the brownie recipe itself. These brownies are absolutely perfect. Several years ago my friend Sally had me make a boxed brownie mix for an event....

This is an incredibly easy recipes to make! I’ve taken my recipe for spinach artichoke dip and combined it with my recipe for the most amazing lasagna. The result is a fantastic, indulgent lasagna that people will rave over! This lasagna recipe has three main components: the pasta, a spinach artichoke ricotta filling, and a simple bechamel sauce. You’ll also need some mozzarella and parmesan cheese for assembly. Lasagna Pasta Shortcut I’ve given you the best hack ever for your lasagna noodles and included it as part of the recipe....

Shrimp scampi is one of those classic meals that never goes out of style. No matter what time of year it is, or when we last had it, we are always in the mood for this savory dish. We are all about the super yummy butter, garlic, lemon, wine sauce. The flavor can’t be beat, it has just the right amount of heat from the red pepper flakes, and it’s quick and easy too!...

Caesar salad has always been a favorite. Despite that fact, we just never loved green salad. We know, it’s super healthy and probably a good idea to eat more of it, but so many salads are just bland and not overly exciting. Luckily, Caesar salad is one we could always get excited about when eating out! There’s something about that rich and creamy dressing with crispy croutons and parmesan cheese – yum!...

Breadcrumb Options: We prefer panko because it gives the perfect crispiness. If needed, you can always substitute with plain breadcrumbs. Why is my pork always dry? It is SO easy to overcook pork. We always use a meat thermometer for 100% accuracy to ensure our pork chops are cooked to food safety standards, but also so they’re not overcooked and dry! Pork Chop Options: We prefer these chops thick and boneless, but you can always use whatever pork chops you have on hand....

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Salmon is tied with tuna for the most widely consumed fish in the United States. That’s kind of a big deal. Having a super easy salmon recipe is a must. This recipe uses just 5 ingredients, and that’s really all you need to make this popular fish. It seriously can’t get any easier. Dill, garlic, and lemon are a classic combination and bring out amazing flavor in the fish. You can’t go wrong!...

What temperature to cook salmon? Salmon is best baked at 350 to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. You want to cook it at a high enough temperature that the heat can penetrate the fish quickly enough to cook the inside, but not too hot so that the outer layers of the fish dry out. 350 to 375 degrees is a good mid-range cooking temperature. Foil: In this recipe the fish is wrapped in foil to protect the fish from direct heat....

This is a sponsored post for HemisFares™ brand that is available exclusively at Kroger family of stores. All opinions are honest and 100% my own. These potatoes are so good! You know I wouldn’t publish the recipe if they weren’t good, but I have to tell you, these potatoes are something special. They really pack a punch of flavor which makes them totally craveable. This may be my new favorite way to eat potatoes!...

Flourless chocolate cake is a decadent and rich dessert that everyone can enjoy. No need to adapt a recipe to gluten-free diets, this is a widely popular dessert among anyone who is a fan of fine dining. Don’t be deceived by its simple appearance. It is only about an inch thick, and commonly dusted with powdered sugar and berries; but this dense cake packs a huge punch of flavor. Flourless chocolate cake is also known by its Italian name, Torta Caprese....

Prep Time: 5 minutesReady In: 1 hourYield: Serves about 6 Ingredients 15 small red or yukon gold potatoes1/2 cup butter melted5 cloves garlic, crushed1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly grease a baking sheet. Clean the potatoes and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until potatoes can be smashed with a fork....

This is the best way to cook potatoes. It is seriously addicting. They are sweet, they are salty, and they have those punches of flavor from the mustard and onion. Even when we’re not really in the mood, we end up eating the whole thing! It is super easy to make and leaves you plenty of time to prep a main dish. I usually serve these potatoes along side a nice steak....

Lately I’ve been heading to the grocery store with no list. This is a big deal for me. I am a total planner. My grocery lists are usually detailed and organized by location in the store. But, I’ve been feeling a lack of inspiration for new recipes. It’s an art and it can’t be forced. I’ve been heading to the store with no list so that I can just let the ingredients speak to me and see if inspiration finds its way to my plate....

Breakfasts were kind of a big deal growing up, and popovers especially have been a family breakfast routine staple for such a long time. We could always count on starting the day with either homemade waffles, a stack of buttermilk pancakes, or fresh-from-the-oven popovers. Despite their impressive height and unique appearance, popovers are actually extremely simple to make and require just 5 ingredients: eggs, milk, butter, flour, and salt. And, while having a nice popover pan is helpful for this recipe, it’s not necessary....