Grilling in the summer is one of those must haves for our family. There’s just something about cooking and eating outdoors that brings our family together, and because of that we tend to use our grill like crazy over the summer! If it can be grilled, it will be grilled, because everything just tastes better from a grill. This fish is delish. Tilapia is the kind of fish that you can easily kick up a notch....
How can you tell if a peach is ripe? There are three main signs you can look for to tell you if the peach is ripe and juicy:1. You should be looking for the peach to have a nice deep golden look to it its yellows. The more golden look to the peach the better.2. Grab the peach and give it a very gentle squeeze. If there is a little give to it but not much you the peach is not quite ready to eat....
There are two types of people in this world: those who love carrot cake, and those who have not yet come to love carrot cake. We see you, and we’re here to convert you. We get it, there is a lot of sub-par carrot cake out there, and this recipe is everything you’ve ever wanted. Moist, fluffy, raisins optional. That’s right, raisins are optional. Don’t want them? Don’t add them!...
Salt Content: Pasta puttanesca doesn’t need hardly any salt added due to the salt content in the brined capers and olives. Be sure to taste your sauce before adding any salt to this dish, to not overdo it. Anchovies: Trust us, you do not want to leave the anchovies out. You will want to chop your anchovies finely because they are filled with tiny bones. Due to being packed in oil, those bones are soft and you do not need to remove them....
Yes, I did that. I was just sitting on the couch one day and the idea popped in my head. What if I made a bacon muffin that was stuffed with Nutella? How could it not be spectacular? I have an absurd amount of Nutella in my pantry. I buy it in bulk at Costco and always have what seems to be an endless supply on hand. I have one of those 11 pound jars So, when it comes to a recipe involving Nutella, you know I can produce something that will be spectacular....
These sweet and smokey sweet potatoes are a healthy treat you can really dig in to. We’ve been making them for years and they quickly became one of our all time most popular recipes on the blog. I understand why! These make a great vegetarian dinner, an intriguing appetizer, and a tasty side dish. It’s even good as leftovers! These sweet potatoes are something totally different than what you are used to and can really jazz up this orange potato....
Buttermilk in Christmas Gingerbread Cake: The batter for this cake calls for buttermilk. The acid in the buttermilk will react with the baking soda and baking powder to help this cake rise, creating a fluffy crumb. If you don’t have buttermilk, be sure to read our Buttermilk Substitutes post to pick something that works for you. Please don’t just use milk or water. It will impact the results of the cake....
Creamy Cajun Shrimp pasta is one of our favorite ways to eat shrimp! The creaminess mixed with the linguine and shrimp and veggies is simply perfection, and we know you’ll agree! Weeknights are often busy around here, and we love how easily this meal comes together. It is a no stress, time saving delicious meal that we keep coming back to time and time again. Homemade Cajun Seasoning: Homemade cajun seasoning tastes so much better than store-bought!...
Primavera translates in English to Spring. So, Pasta Primavera simply means “Spring Pasta.” We love the Spring, when fresh vegetables are growing and plentiful, and dinners are light and satisfying. If you are the gardening type, you can pull your inspiration from what’s growing in your backyard. What’s better than a classic pasta primavera? Only one made with home-grown tomatoes, asparagus and spinach. We know, not everyone loves their veggies, but you will love them in this classic pasta dish!...
We absolutely love Easter Bread. The taste and texture of it is actually very similar to Challah Bread only it uses milk instead of water as liquid for the dough. Plus, a proper Easter Bread obviously needs to function as an Easter egg nest, too, right? It’s downright adorable. After a delicious Roast Lamb Shoulder, Easter Bread is what we used to eat for dessert later on in the day....
Can I add other toppings? Yes. You can make this dip like any pizza, and add some or all of your favorite toppings. Olives, mushrooms, onion, peppers, and sausage are all great options. What do you dip in pizza dip? This pizza dip knows no bounds! It goes great with crackers, chips, bagel bits, french bread, breadsticks, rolls, and even veggies. Trust us, it tastes good on almost anything! Spice Level: This dip isn’t particularly spicy, but there is a little heat in the pepperonis, and also from the red pepper flakes....
How thick of pork chops should I use? You will have better results if you purchase pork chops that have been cut about 1-inch thick. This will help prevent your meat from drying out. There’s nothing worse than a dry pork chop! Any thinner than 1 inch and you will most likely end up with dry, flavorless meat. Baking Time: The length of time you need to bake a pork chop depends on the thickness of your meat, and whether or not it has a bone....
Whether you are trying to avoid red meat, or you simply want a lighter option at your backyard barbecue, turkey burgers are a great option. We always keep ground turkey in our freezer all summer long just to get out of the same old hamburger rut that seems to happen every year. It is an extremely lean and healthy meat, but also can be full of flavor when cooked properly....
Time To Make It: 5 minutes-ishYield: 2 cups Ingredients 1/2 cup butter1 cup sugar1 cup buttermilk1 tsp lemon extract1 tablespoon corn syrup1/2 tsp baking soda1 TB poppy seeds Instructions Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Use a much larger saucepan than you think you need because this mixture gets crazy when you add the baking soda. Whisk in the sugar, buttermilk, vanilla, and lemon extract into the melted butter and bring to a boil....
Time to Make It: 30-45 minutes Yield: 24 egg rolls Ingredients 1 package of egg roll wrappers (24) 1 can refried beans 1 log of beef chorizo 1 onion, diced 1/2 can chipotle peppers, drained and chopped 1 bunch cilantro, chopped 1 block queso fresco, crumbled 2 cups shredded cabbage 2 cups vegetable oil 1/2 cup crema (or sour cream) 1 lime, juiced 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped 1/4 tsp salt Instructions...
Sweet potatoes are such a versatile food. They can be boiled, baked, pureed, fried, mashed, and even grilled! Baked sweet potatoes are so easy and can be enjoyed sweet or savory. When they are baked right, they have a creamy consistency and are very aromatic. This recipe spells out the basic steps for how to bake a sweet potato but leaves the seasoning up to you. Sweet potatoes are so large, you can easily split them and have half with basic salt and pepper, and half with the sweet, buttery cinnamon and sugar....
Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and dreams of cranberry sauce, pie, and turkey are dancing through our heads. Thanksgiving is the feast of all feasts, a time for family gatherings, a chance to rest and recharge, and what’s not to love about that? We know that the thought of a large Thanksgiving meal can be daunting, stressful, and, well…the opposite of restful. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. Has anyone else ever felt pressured to roast a whole turkey just for tradition’s sake?...
These tacos are an absolute delight! I fed them to some visiting family a few months ago and they’ve been asking for the recipe. Serve it up to your family and the same thing will happen! Prep Time: 5 minutesSlow Cooker Time: 8 to 10 hoursYield: Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 3/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup lemon juice1 head garlic, peeled and crushed1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon black pepper1 (3 to 5 pound) pork shoulder roast For serving:corn tortillassimple cabbage slaw (see recipe below)sliced red onionfreshly chopped cilantro Instructions...
Time to Make It: about 30 minutesYield: Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 6 large russet potatoes6 cups chicken broth1/2 cup butter4 oz cream cheese1 tsp salt1/2 tsp white pepper1 to 2 cups shredded smoked Gouda Cheese Instructions Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a large stockpot. (If you need more liquid to cover your potatoes, you can add in water.) Meanwhile, peel and rinse the potatoes. Cut them into bite-size pieces....
Topping Options: The possibilities are endless for toppings! You can use as many or as few of the suggested toppings that you desire, or even go nuts and add in some of your other favorite toppings! Apple Browning Tip: If you do not intend to serve your apple nachos immediately, we recommend squeezing a little lemon juice onto the apple slices right after cutting. This should prevent browning. Apple Bourbon Substitute: If you can’t find apple bourbon, you can use plain bourbon to make the caramel sauce....
