This mildly flavoured seasoning has just the right balance of herbs and spices, with just a hint of spice from the red pepper flakes! Reach for it time and again as your favorite seasoning! What is in Italian Seasoning? Italian Seasoning is a blend of herbs and spices used to flavor many Italian dishes. Ironically, it is not typically found in traditional Italian cuisine or in markets in Italy. You may wonder what is in Italian Seasoning?...
Like Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Smokies, these can be made ahead of time, require very little prep and are always one of the first things to go! Ingredients for Sausage Balls I love easy appetizers like Buffalo Chicken Dip and Rotel Dip. These easy sausage balls are the perfect tasty little morsels to add to your snack table. You need just 3 ingredients: Sausage I use regular sausage but you can use any kind in this recipe....
They’re easy to whip up for a birthday celebration, or a Saturday morning. Kids and kids-at-heart all love cake-mix pancakes! Easy Breakfast Treat These pancakes are so versatile. Choose a cake mix, choose the mix-ins, change it up every time! Make a batch and store leftovers in the fridge to reheat the next day. These pancakes are great for a quick breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Cake mix pancakes can even be frozen....
Serve with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of bacon, and your favorite fresh herbs or sliced green onions. Why We Love This Soup It’s quick to make! It’s rich and creamy without the addition of heavy cream and full of veggies and fiber while tasting decadent. Panera Black Bean Soup has always been a favorite and it has recently been discontinued, I have to admit, I prefer this version!...
A layer of spaghetti squash is topped with a rich tomato sauce, juicy chunks of chicken, and of course lots of cheese. Bake this dish until bubbly and serve with a fresh side salad! Spaghetti Squash This is a simple casserole with the flavors of our favorite easy chicken parmesan recipe. Save time by prepping all of your ingredients as your spaghetti squash cooks. Cook spaghetti squash (bake or microwave). Brown chicken and simmer in marinara sauce or pasta sauce....
These delicious Crispy Parmesan Potatoes make the perfect snack or side! My girls love dipping them in sour cream or ketchup! You can use pretty much any seasonings and any type of potatoes! I love fresh garlic but it’s not a great fit in this recipe as the high temperature causes it to burn. Garlic Powder adds lots of great flavor without burning. To make the potatoes nice and crispy, you’ll want to make sure they are cut nice and thin....
Tender riced-sized pasta is tossed with fresh tomatoes, spinach, and chickpeas. It’s mixed with easy lemon dressing and topped with feta cheese for the perfect bite! Fresh, tangy, and tasty recipe, serve it as a vegetarian main dish or alongside grilled chicken or shrimp. Ingredients for Orzo Pasta Salad ORZO – Since this is an orzo pasta salad, I use orzo, which is pasta shaped like large grains of rice. It can be found in the pasta aisle of almost any grocery store and it’s great for salads or cooked and served hot....
The addition to pumpkin makes baking extra moist in pumpkin bread, muffins, and more. These cookies have the perfect amount of pumpkin, a big dose of chocolate and a little pumpkin spice and everything nice. You’ll Love These Extra Soft Cookies They’re made with simple pantry ingredients and a can of pumpkin puree. Super soft and extra moist, these are almost cake-like. Perfect for snacking or with a coffee or tea....
It’s fresh, flavorful, and best of all, easy to make. This will become a go-to dip for everything from seafood to fries! A Delicious Dip or Drizzle This easy, Baja-style recipe can be used for all kinds of fish and shrimp recipes. This dip can be mixed a couple of days ahead of time. Serve with fried or grilled fish tacos. Ingredient for Fish Taco Sauce THE BASE: Like most dips and creamy dressings, sour cream and mayonnaise create the base....
Spring is in full bloom, and I’m starting to see the first trace signs of summer. And when I think of summertime and the sunny days, and warm weather ahead, I certainly don’t think about spending several hours worrying around an oven, hoping my cheesecake doesn’t crack. No, when the weather warms up and the days start getting longer, my mind goes right to quick desserts, and fresh fruit. And can you think of a more summer-y fruit than plump, juicy, ruby-red raspberries?...
A little sweet, a little tart, and just as delicious as they are pretty. Sugared cranberries can be served as a snack or used to decorate your favorite holiday desserts. Top cakes, pies, cheesecakes, cupcakes, or cookies with sweet, colorful little cranberries that look like they are lightly frosted in snow. Add them to a dish or eat them alone for a sweet & tart snack. Enjoy as a Snack or For Decorating No baking, no prep, and minimal clean-up means sugared cranberries can be ready within minutes....
This really is the best meatloaf recipe, it’s easy to make and tastes delicious. It’s made with lean ground beef, a handful of seasonings, onions, and a sprinkle of breadcrumbs. Then, it’s baked in the oven with a tasty zesty topping. Below are my favorite tips for a homemade meatloaf that will have everyone asking for seconds. Did your family love this meatloaf recipe? Be sure to leave a comment and review below!...
This salad recipe can serve as a side dish, or on its own as a light dinner or lunch (add in baked chicken breast or grilled shrimp for some protein). How to Cook Beets for Salad To get the most intense flavor and unlock the sweetness in beets, we love to use roasted beets but you can cook them any way you want! Trim the tops and ends. Wrap in foil and roast until soft (full recipe here)....
Sweet and crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, this recipe is a dream when a delicious side dish is in order! Ingredients We love recipes that do double-duty both in the kitchen and on the table! SWEET POTATOES are the star here but you can also add in butternut squash (or other winter squashes or root veggies) if sweet potatoes are hard to find. FLAVORS The creamy addition of butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and just a pinch of salt makes them taste like candy!...
Nothing starts the day off better than a full breakfast! This recipe for homemade shredded hash browns is made with simple ingredients like grated potatoes, seasonings, and some eggs to bind it together. This basic recipe will be a go-to, it is so easy to prepare, and the potatoes come out perfect every time! Homemade Hash Browns These little hashbrown patties use ingredients you likely have on hand.Panfrying makes these extra crisp while finishing in the oven ensures perfect potatoes every time!...
Pilaf goes with so many entrees and it’s easy to mix and match the add-ins based on what’s in your cupboard or on your menu! Swapping out quinoa is a great change from a traditional Rice Pilaf. What is Quinoa Pilaf? Pilaf is a dish that has a base of rice (or other grains) cooked in broth with seasonings and veggies. In this case we are using quinoa as the grain....
This recipe was invented for my sister who eats (and loves) garlic more than anyone I know! This is not only easy to put together, but cooks up beautiful and juicy! The key to making this chicken absolutely perfectly juicy is the method of cooking it at a very high temperature. Not only does this seal in the juices for amazing results, it also caramelizes the sweet garlic topping....
Tender elbow macaroni and cauliflower florets are tossed in a cheesy sauce, topped with more cheese and baked until bubbly. Serve this as a meatless main dish or a side dish! Why We Love This Dish It’s extra saucy and super cheesy. Adding cauliflower adds great texture to a traditional mac and cheese recipe along with extra and nutrients! It’s a great way to incorporate leftovers into a meal! Leftover baked cauliflower can be used along with leftover meats like roast chicken for a complete meal....
A quick one pan side dish with tender brussels sprouts cooked in a simple creamy parmesan sauce. Easy enough for every day but elegant enough for a special occasion, this sprouts dish is one you’ll make over and over. Why We Can’t Get Enough This side needs just a handful of ingredients. While it’s a seemingly simple side dish is has amazing flavor. There’s only one pan to wash! Cooked in a creamy sauce with parmesan cheese, brussels sprouts are hearty, filling, & naturally low carb!...
Made from kitchen staple ingredients like white rice, milk, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon, rice pudding is very simple to make (yet anything but simple in flavor). It is the perfect example of ordinary ingredients made extraordinary! Rice Pudding Rice Pudding is a delicious creamy dessert we cannot get enough of. I find the best desserts, like Easy Bread Pudding or Apple Pie, tend to be those from our childhood that use ingredients normally stocked in our kitchens!...
