Swordfish is a firm and meaty fish that is mild in flavor which makes it perfectly suited for a marinade followed by a quick grill. Some call it the steak of the sea, and for good reason. Swordfish is generally flash frozen and shipped to grocery stores. You can purchase swordfish pre-thawed at your fish counter, or purchase it frozen and that it yourself at home. Do I have to use swordfish?...
What kind of sausage should I use? For this stuffing recipe, you’ll need to use ground sausage (mince). Ground sausage is often sold in various flavors. You can use a mild country sausage Italian sausage, maple sausage, or even a spicy sausage. Any sausage that you think would blend well with the flavors here will work. Can I use dried herbs? You can use dried herbs, but to achieve the best flavor for this delicious dish we highly recommend using fresh herbs....
We have a thing for pretzels around this house. It is a serious love affair, and as far as snack food goes, you just don’t get any better than a homemade soft pretzel. That is, of course, until we started adding bacon and cheese to the pretzel dough. We’re sure you’ve probably never had a pretzel quite like this before, but we urge you to move past that feeling of discomfort over changing up the amazing, traditional soft pretzel, and just come along with us for the ride....
A year ago I pinned an oreo layer dessert on pinterest. It looked good, but I knew that if I ever made it I wouldn’t be using cool whip or instant pudding. I’d rather use real cream and real chocolate pudding to make it a truly delicious treat. The oreos though definitely stay the same. I may love the “from scratch” lifestyle, but I’m a sucker for those little cookies....
The secret to what makes this recipe SO good, is the parmesan Ritz topping. Seriously though, we love everything about this dish. You won’t find a cream-of-anything in here, as we are keeping it old school with this made from scratch sauce, just like your mom made it. If you’ve never made sauce from scratch before, you’ll be surprised at how easy it is. You’ll start with a roux, which is a mixture of 50/50 fat and flour (not to be confused with a slurry or gravy), which you will then add to with your liquid of choice....
This recipe is one of our favorite dinners, and every time I make it the family can’t get enough. What’s not to love about chicken thighs and sun-dried tomatoes in the most delicious, creamy, garlicky sauce? I don’t even need anything on the side because that sauce is enough to make me lick the pan clean! This is a really easy, one pan recipe which makes us love this even more because who doesn’t like easy cleanup?...
Hey there! This is Richa from My Food Story and today I have for you this really easy corn casserole recipe that makes the perfect side dish. There’s something about a corn casserole that is so creamy and perfect that everyone loves. It’s got just the right amount of sweet and salty flavours and really needs only five ingredients. However, as always I like to up things a bit and love adding some chopped jalapeno to my corn casserole, along with a squirt of lime when serving....
We are on the verge of summer everyone. That snow should be all melted off your grill. It’s time to bust it out and embrace the warmth that is about to enter your life. These kabobs are the perfect way to do it. Who doesn’t love meat on a stick? One of our favorite parts about grilling is that it is so quick and easy. These kabobs are absolutely bursting with flavor....
Do you eat the skin of Brie? Yes, you can eat the skin of brie. The outer layer is completely edible. How long do you put Brie in the oven? If it is your first time putting the brie in the oven you want to bake it at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes. If you are looking to warm the brie cheese up again just through it in again, it will take about the same amount of time....
Don’t be intimidated by the fact that this recipe takes 3 days to make. I broke down the actual time you have to spend hands on each day for you and it isn’t that bad at all. You really can do this! I’ve included pictures for the complicated steps so there is no confusion. I’ve used Plugrá Butter in this recipe. It has a higher fat content than your standard butter which gives your croissant flavor a better texture and flavor....
Everyone run to the kitchen, this is not a drill! We’re cooking bacon in the oven and you don’t want to miss it! We love bacon, but it is a pain. How many grease-stained shirts and 1st degree burns from oil popping can we tolerate before saying “ENOUGH!”? Well, a lot. Because it’s bacon. However, once we discovered cooking it in the oven, we couldn’t go back to the old-fashioned way....
Choose Your Favorite Toppings One of the best parts about our easy cheeseburger casserole is that you can really play around with the topping options. We’re huge onion lovers, which is why we load our version with plenty of them. If you love pickles, feel free to double our suggested quantity! There are just a few examples of some other toppings you can use: Sautéed mushroomsBaconFresh tomatoesOnion ringsSliced avocadoBanana peppers...
Should I use ham or sausage in a loaded hash brown breakfast casserole? We are genuinely a fan of both, and have had it both ways. It really is simply up to your own personal taste preferences. Sounds like a good excuse to make a second casserole to compare and decide! Frozen vs. Fresh Hash Browns: We love the convenience of frozen hash browns, but if you prefer to make this breakfast casserole entirely from scratch, you can always make your own hash browns!...
What is Barbacoa Beef? As mentioned, barbacoa is a dish that’s traditionally prepared over an open fire. Barbacoa means barbecue in Spanish, which reflects the traditional cooking method. That said, contrary to popular belief, this recipe actually originated in the Caribbean before making its way to Mexico. Today, it’s often seen in Mexican restaurants. This dish was originally made using lamb, goat, or the head of a cow (beef cheeks). The meat is coated in spices and seasonings and a light broth and then cooked for hours....
How Do You Pronounce The Word Gyro? First things first, you may be wondering about the correct pronunciation of the word gyro. You may have already heard it as “hee-row” or “jai-row,” but the correct way to say it is “yee-row.” Phonetically, gyro = “Yee-row.” Now you know! What’s a Traditional Gyro? As mentioned, our chicken gyro recipe is filled with Moroccan-inspired spices and is quite different from a traditional gyro....
German Potato Salad vs: American Potato Salad: In a Southern German Potato Salad, the dressing is made from bacon drippings and vinegar. In an American Potato Salad, the dressing is largely mayonnaise based. They are both equally delicious! What is German Potato Salad called in German? Kartoffelsalat is the name of German Potato Salad in the German language. Potato Options: You can use a wide variety of potatoes for this recipe as long as it has a thin skin that is pleasant to eat....
Can I used canned peaches? This recipe calls for fresh peaches. You can also use canned peaches. Purchase peaches that are canned in a light syrup or no syrup at all for best results. Syrup will provide additional sugar content to the recipe. You can rinse off canned peaches that have been canned in syrup for better results.If you would like to use home canned peaches, the same rules apply: if you canned peaches in syrup, simply rinse off the syrup for best results and continue on with the recipe....
What Kind Of Chicken Should I Use? We always opt for classic boneless and skinless chicken breasts. You can cut it up into bite-sized cubes easily, and it’s one of the more budget-friendly proteins available. That said, if you have a different cut of chicken that you can cut up evenly, go ahead and use that instead. Boneless thighs and tenderloins would be our top substitution picks! Heavy Cream Substitute: If you’re looking to make this recipe a tad lighter, you can replace the cream with half and half or whole milk instead....
This is one of our favorite weeknight dinners. We’ve been enjoying these fabulous sandwiches for years. It all started at a local sandwich shop that served these up. They made them right in front of us. We found ourselves craving them again and again, so why not make them at home? Sometimes I buy chicken in bulk and pound out several breasts to freeze just for this recipe. It’s spicy, it’s warm, and it’s totally satisfying....
Pros It’s programmable. This is a must when it comes to a slow cooker. Seriously, you just shouldn’t even buy one nowadays unless it is programmable. It has a built in thermometer that you can shove right into the meat so the slow cooker will turn to the warm setting once the desired temperature has been reached. Friends, that’s a pretty nice feature, especially for chicken. People are always overcooking chicken in the slow cooker and drying it out....
