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These petals have all of the flavor of our favorite blooming onion but the individual pieces are easier to cook (and eat) at home. Make a batch just in time for the big game or movie night— we even included the recipe for the sauce! What is a Blooming Onion? A blooming onion is an onion that is cut into wedges (most of the way through) and battered and deep-fried. Think of it as a big huge onion ring....

This easy cabbage salad recipe is super tasty and nourishing too. The sweet and sour dressing goes quite well with the simple crunchiness of fresh green apples and cabbage. Why We Love this Cabbage Salad Recipes for cabbage salad often involve a slightly soggy scoop of shredded slaw mixed with mayo, but not this recipe! With a tangy-sweet dressing drizzled over crispy, crunchy leaves, this is one salad that will redefine things for good....

Not only are they easy to make, but I’ve shared my favorite tips to ensure they come out tender and light every time. Serve these warm from the oven with butter. I am excited to have partnered with Cabot Cheese to share these perfectly flaky cheese scones! Cheddar Cheese Scones Scones are the English partner to American biscuits — and these are upscaled for any time enjoyment! While scones often have added fruits (like blueberries or cranberries), I personally prefer a savory addition, like Cabot Seriously Sharp Cheddar and a sprinkle of chives....

This pie has a sweet tangy flavor with a custard-like texture and is delicious served chilled or at room temperature. Why You’ll Love This Classic It’s super easy to make. It’s a bit different than the usual pies we serve but so flavorful. This version has a slight lemon flavor from the juice but this recipe can be changed by adding extracts. It needs to cool completely before serving making it the perfect make ahead dessert....

Irish Potato Candy combines cream cheese, butter, and coconut to create a yummy no-bake treat. They’re rolled in cinnamon (or cocoa powder) to resemble a potato. While these are called potato candy, they do not contain potatoes and they are not Irish. Their name comes from the way they look like potatoes. What is Irish Potato Candy? Irish potato candy is popular around St. Patrick’s day although it isn’t from Ireland (it was actually developed in Philadelphia)....

This delicious recipe is absolutely perfect to use on burgers or steak, or as a tasty topper on toast. It makes a fantastic breakfast, lunch or supper, or even a quick yummy snack spooned over rice or with any pasta. An Easy Side Dish Sauteed mushrooms and onions are satisfying and super easy to make. Use any kind of mushrooms or onion in this dish. They go with just about anything as a topper or side dish....

A classic homemade baked mac and cheese recipe is one of my favorite dishes. Tender elbow macaroni is smothered in a rich homemade cheese sauce and then baked under a crispy butter crumb topping until golden brown and bubbly. This mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food. A Favorite Baked Mac and Cheese Cheesy, creamy, and loaded with tons of cheddar flavor, baked mac and cheese is always a crowd-pleaser!...

Our Top 5 Christmas Breakfast Recipes Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole. This recipe has over 1,000 5-star reviews for good reason. It’s easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. A complete crowd-pleasing meal in one pan makes this our best Christmas Breakfast recipe. The Fluffiest Homemade Waffles. In this waffle recipe, we share the one tip that makes the absolute best fluffy waffles. So easy and perfect for topping with butter and syrup....

Ground Beef is the perfect way to make a quick and delicious meal. Back to the basics. Recipes often direct us to “brown ground beef, drain fat” but what is the best way to do this? There are a few secrets to getting flavorful ground beef! Make large batches and freeze in portions for future recipes. Why is Browning Beef Important? Known as the Maillard reaction, when beef is browned, the outside gets seared and that’s how the meat gets its rich, meaty flavors and aromas....

Drinking lemon water or cucumber water is argued to have many health benefits, from acting as a detox water to assisting in rehydration. Lemons contain potassium, an essential mineral and electrolyte that is important to replenish when you’ve been sweating. How Many Lemons? The number of lemons you use depends on how intense you like your water. Plan on at least one per pitcher of water if you want just a hint of flavor, or use several for more zing....

This appetizer is easy to make ahead of time and the filling can be swapped out for almost anything! An Easy Appetizer Recipe We love these stuffed mushrooms because they little bite-sized appetizers that everyone is crazy for! They’re versatile, swap out the cheeses, add sausage or crab or even jalapenos. Cooking them in the Air Fryer eliminates the need for any extra fats or oils and they’re low carb plus they cook extra fast!...

Baked corn on the cob couldn’t be easier to make! Place as many cobs of corn as you’d like in a baking dish, cover, add a splash of water and let the oven do all of the work. Easy peasy! Prep them ahead of time and keep warm in the oven. Easy Way to Cook Corn on the Cob! Corn on the cob is easy to make but we love this hands off method!...

Prepping is a breeze, and you can cut your work down to almost nothing if you use frozen mixed vegetables. What is Tater Tot Hotdish? Hotdish is another name for a casserole, and most have some kind of starch as a central ingredient. In this simple recipe, tater tots take center stage. Not only are these bite-sized and pre-cooked potato tidbits easy to work with, (requiring no prepping) they are delicious and always a favorite with kids (who am I kidding, adults too)....

This is the perfect barbecued chicken recipe for a cookout served alongside a classic potato salad or your favorite pasta salad recipe. It’s the king of summer entrees! How Long to BBQ Chicken This recipe uses bone in chicken (breast, thighs, legs) which take a bit longer than boneless grilled chicken breasts. Bone-In chicken will generally take about 35-45 minutes to cook through. Meat is expensive and I always want to make sure it’s cooked right (not over and not under)....

Summertime and grillin’ are super easy (and delicious) with this recipe for juicy grilled chicken thighs! Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are tossed in a simple yet delicious marinade making them extra juicy and yummy. Best of all, most of the ingredients are probably already on hand. Simply mix, marinate, and grill! Perfectly Grilled Chicken Thighs Chicken thighs are extra juicy cooked on the grill.Adding a chicken marinade makes them extra tender and adds tons of flavor....

This pumpkin pie recipe is the ultimate Thanksgiving dessert. Pumpkin puree, warm spices, eggs, and evaporated milk create the perfect pumpkin pie filling. It’s all tucked inside a buttery flaky crust and baked until golden. No Thanksgiving meal would be complete without this dessert but it’s really perfect for any time of year. ‘Tis the season for oversized hoodies, crunchy leaves, and brisk weather. When fall rolls around I’m ready for all things pumpkin (like these pumpkin pie cupcakes)!...

Brine helps the meat to draw in moisture (and salt) adding tons of flavor, especially to lean meats like pork and poultry. This simple pork chop brine makes any cut a savory delight! Best Brine for Pork Chops This savory brine is made with fresh herbs and seasonings and some sugar. While I use water, add in your favorite liquids from apple cider to a cup of white wine. The sky really is the limit for flavors and herbs as long as you’ve got salt, sugar and liquid....

Fresh or frozen spinach, a shortcut cream cheese parmesan sauce, and tender pasta make for an easy weeknight meal. Here’s Why We Love This It needs just a few ingredients that you likely have on hand. Spinach pasta is great for busy nights, it’s fast to make! If you like creamed spinach, you’ll love the flavor of this dish. Keeping a package of frozen spinach on hand makes this easy to make any time....

This fun and festive strawberry chocolate breakfast parfait is made with layers of either granola or chocolate muffins, homemade strawberry sauce, and yogurt. This post has been sponsored by Garden Lites. Fresh & Fruity Breakfast! Who says you can’t have cake for breakfast? Breakfast parfaits taste and look like little decadent desserts but have layers of nutritious berries and yogurt. We add in chocolate flavor with either layer of chocolate granola or chocolate muffins (homemade or Garden Lites veggie-based muffins)!...

This creamy salad is great made ahead of time making it the perfect side dish for potlucks and barbecues! Potato Salad has been a summertime favorite forever… and it’s made even better with sweet potatoes! Ingredients Sweet Potatoes – roasted until tender and cooled Crisp Veggies – for crunch and flavor (bell peppers, celery, corn) Smoky Bacon – salt and flavor A flavorful twist on a classic potato salad recipe, this recipe tastes even better when it’s made ahead of time making it the perfect potluck dish!...