What’s better than homemade bread? How about this Amazingly Easy Zesty Focaccia Bread! Perfect for snacking, as a appetizer, served with soups, salads and when split down the middle, is a great way to shake up your sandwich making skills. Special thanks to Rachel for letting me contribute here on The Stay at Home Chef today. My name is Kevin and you can find me over at Kevin Is Cooking....
Get ready for a pasta dish the whole family will love! This is sure to become a staple on your kitchen table. Of course, I’m making everything from scratch, including the mini-meatballs. You could totally get away with store bought meatballs and sauce if you need to, but homemade is always so much better. Consider making a huge batch of the meatballs and freezing them for an easy and delicious weeknight meal....
Barbecue Sauce: Depending on how much time we have, we may just use whatever barbecue sauce we have in the pantry. However, we know that nothing beats homemade, so when the time allows we always make from scratch! The sauce included with this recipe for oven-baked bbq chicken will produce just the right amount of barbecue sauce for your ribs. Slow Cooker Instructions: Prepare rub and coat ribs. Place in a 6-quart slow cooker, cover, and cook on low 7 to 8....
Ingredients 2 lbs. fresh brussel sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 TB. olive oil Salt and Pepper 1/2 sweet onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tsp. all-purpose flour 2 tsp. dijon mustard 1/2 cup heavy cream Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spread the brussel sprouts out on a 4-sided baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over them and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until tender....
How do I know when to flip Easy Apple Pancakes? Pancakes should be cooked on a flat surface over medium high heat. When bubbles start to form on the top and the edges start to lose their shine, you’ll know it is time to flip. Your pancake should be golden brown on each side. Sifting Flour: Sifting your dry ingredients will produce a fluffier pancake. If you are in a hurry, you can skip this step and it will still work, your pancakes just won’t be quite as fluffy....
How do you grill zucchini and squash? You can grill zucchini and squash halved, or in spears directly on the grill, or you can cut them into slices or chunks and grill them on skewers or in foil packets. How long do you cook zucchini on the grill? Zucchini should be cooked over a medium heat (about 350 degrees) on the grill for about 10 minutes, no matter how you cut the zucchini....
Start your journey into the wonderful world of risotto by making smaller batches and getting used to the flavors and textures that emerge. This recipe is simple and easy to follow, but do follow it—risotto isn’t a rice cooker kind of dish. The rice itself should not be overcooked—it will be slightly al dente, which means it will have a firmness but won’t be hard in the center at all....
What are cocktail sausages? Cocktail sausages are simply small, bite sized sausages. You can find chicken, beef, or pork cocktail sausages, making this easily customizable to your dietary needs. You should be able to find these in your local grocery store in the same section as regular, full sized sausages. If you canned find cocktail sausages, you can always use full size sausages. Either cut them in half, or use them full size, making sure to cut your puff pastry just slightly large than the length of the sausage....
What does gingersnap taste like? These cookies are flavored with — you guessed it — ginger. They often also include cinnamon, molasses, cloves, and nutmeg. They are earthy, warm, and just a little bit spicy, thanks to the added seasonings! We like to crank up the flavor in our festive truffles dessert by adding even more flavor with vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and extra ground ginger. What Is The Difference Between Gingersnaps And Gingerbread?...
This salmon recipe is super simple and easy and makes for a quick and delicious week night meal. We know, not everyone loves fish. No need to worry, because between the freshly squeezed lime juice and chili powder, this salmon recipe packs so much flavor. Even our kids have learned to love it, and often choose fish for their special birthday dinners. Fish contains a ton of omega 3 fatty acids, and is a fantastic healthy addition to your diet, so we do our best to add one fish recipe to our meal plan each week....
Rye is one of our family favorites, but we can never find it in our local bakeries. It is a bread that is full of flavor and brings an interesting twist to sandwiches. Classic sandwiches using rye bread are pastrami on rye, tuna on rye, and corned beef on rye, but you could use rye in a variety of different sandwiches to bring out a new flavor. Or you can go the route of my children who just devour it plain....
How To Choose The Perfect Fillet: Learning how to pan sear fish starts with learning how to choose the perfect fillet of fish. If you’re lucky and live near the water, we always recommend sourcing fish locally. There’s nothing quite like freshly caught fish! Otherwise, you can head to the fish counter at your local grocery store. Wherever you purchase yours, look for fillets with a mild smell. Fresh is preferable, though frozen and defrosted are very common as well....
Time to Make It: <10 minutesYield: Serves 4 to 6 as a side Ingredients 4 nectarines, pitted and diced2 large avocados, diced8 oz. fresh mozzarella ciliegine (cherry size)1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped2 limes, juiced1/4 tsp salt Instructions Combine the nectarines, avocados, mozzarella balls, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl. Squeeze lime juice over fruits. Season with salt. Stir gently to combine. Δ Δ
Aglio e Olio: While similar to a classic Italian dish, Aglio e Olio, this recipe is not the same dish. What type of olive oil should I use in Super Easy Olive Oil Pasta? This recipe needs a high-end olive oil, as it makes a huge difference in the final flavor. Olive oil is the featured flavor here and you need one that is quality. It’ll make all the difference so be sure to use a good one....
Good news! These muffins are also freezable! Simply freeze and store in a resealable plastic bag. When you want your tasty breakfast, just pop in the microwave for about 20 seconds to thaw. You can also use the base recipe for this muffin to experiment with your own savory flavors. Try sausage and rosemary or maybe ham and pineapple. The combinations are really endless! You’ve probably heard a reference or two (or many!...
You can use beef, pork, or even chicken. Whatever suits you best. I love the pork. It is the best at soaking up the flavor. You don’t need much to dress these tacos. Some nice white onion, chopped with some cilantro and a little lime juice on a corn tortilla and you have yourself a little piece of heaven. Δ Δ
Pork Butt Roast: Did you know that a pork butt roast isn’t actually from the rear of a pig? Pork butt comes from the shoulder. The more you know! Salsa Options in Slow Cooker Sweet Pork: We recommend using a jarred, stewed salsa, paying careful attention to the spice level, so you do not get a level of spice higher than you can handle and enjoy. Garlic: Feel free to substitute 1 teaspoon of powdered or granulated garlic for the freshly minced garlic, if desired....
Pie Crust: You’ll need pie crust for both the bottom and top of your leftover turkey pot pie recipe. We have a great recipe for a homemade fool proof pie crust. You can also use a store-bought pie crust — no judgment! Troubleshooting: Soggy Bottom Soggy bottom should not be a concern with this recipe. However, if a soggy crust is a concern, you may consider pre-baking it for a few minutes before you add in the pot pie filling....
Can I use canned biscuits? There are a lot of people who simply use canned biscuits, cut a hole, and call it a donut. Don’t get us wrong, it still tastes good, but it’s not really a donut. This is a from scratch donut recipe meant to give you the best air fryer donuts, rather than biscuits. Topping Options for Air Fryer Donuts: If you don’t love glazed donuts, you could top it with a chocolate frosting, add sprinkles, or even just brush some melted butter on top and dunk in a cinnamon and sugar mixture....
If you love bacon and haven’t had bacon jam before, then I’m about to rock your world. Bacon jam is this ultra decadent sweet and savory spread that allows you to add the smoky flavor of bacon to any dish. On pancakes? Yum! On sandwiches? Yes, please! On soups? Oh baby! It’s good on so many different things you may find yourself eating bacon with every meal! Bacon Jam stays good in the fridge for two weeks....
