Made with a flavorful marinade and loaded with tender steak, peppers, and onions, they’re great for summer entertaining! Great Summer Grilling Recipe One of the best things about making shish kabobs is how easy they are to make, and to make ahead! Most of the prep can be done in advance, which means they’re perfect for entertaining because all you have to do is throw them on the grill (or even in the oven, if you don’t have a grill!...
Below are my best tips and step-by-step instructions sharing how to make perfect crepes every time! Drizzle with syrup or fill them with your favorite sweet or savory toppings! Why We Love This Recipe Whether you have a big brunch planned with breakfast casseroles and mimosas or need a change-up from regular pancakes or waffles. These are made in the blender making the batter effortless to prep. They use ingredients you already have on hand and no special tools are needed....
Smoky bacon, sweet fresh corn, cream, and chicken broth, this delicious combination is savory and sweet all in one. Ingredients in Corn Chowder A chowder (like seafood chowder) is a rich soup that has been thickened with a roux, some cream or even crackers! This corn chowder is thick and chunky with a creamy base. It is a great way to enjoy fresh corn on the cob or even leftover grilled corn....
In this side dish, a traditional mashed potato recipe is kicked up with a bit of horseradish and some cream cheese for a delicious dish. While we love this as a side for anything, it’s especially good with roast beef. We love horseradish mashed potatoes because they have such a great flavor! Ingredients POTATOES For mashed potatoes we love Russets or Yukon Gold potatoes because they produce light and fluffy results but are starchy enough that they have great texture....
This delicious Italian Sausage Linguine is one of my all time favorite pasta recipes! The extra step of roasting the fresh tomatoes and peppers just takes the flavors to a new level! I love roasted tomatoes on pasta or in soup! I’ve used linguine in this recipe but it’s delicious on any shape of pasta. Sprinkle in a few red pepper flakes to add a little zip and if possible, don’t skip the fresh herbs and parmesan cheese....
Crescent Rolls make these little bundles almost effortless. Fill them with cheese and pepperoni (or your favorite pizza toppings) and bake. A Quick Snack We love to pizza-ize anything from waffles to pasta salad to casseroles! This recipe tops the list. It needs just a few ingredients Toppings (or fillings!) can be adjusted based on your tastes The recipe comes together quickly Each crescent roll comes out tender, flaky, and packed with cheesy pizza goodness Make a build-your-own pizza bar and set out bowls of favorite add-ins and toppings and let everyone make their own!...
This ground turkey recipe is combined with coleslaw mix (or cabbage), ginger, and garlic in a sweet and savory sauce. This reheats well making it perfect for lunches throughout the week. A Healthy Ground Turkey Recipe As much as we love a perfect stir fry recipe, we love also love a recipe that is on the table in about 20 minutes. Rice bowls are popular grab-and-go items because they have all the protein, veggies, and fiber to stay energized all day....
A classic split pea soup with ham is one of our favorites and is easy to make. Green split peas are simmered with veggies and ham in broth until tender and thickened. This hearty soup is the perfect way to use up that frozen leftover ham bone. This is one of those dishes that is just as good (if not better) the next day and it freezes beautifully. A Healthy Favorite The humble pea soup has been around since 500 BC and has been a budget staple for generations....
Whenever I go to potlucks, I love having a bowl of zucchini salad ready to go. This recipe is low carb, healthy and crazy simple to make. The vinaigrette is made from olive oil and lemon goes perfectly with the delicate taste of zucchini noodles. I love a good cold summer pasta salad (like my favorite Italian Pasta Salad) alongside my burgers at barbecues, but I try to balance with healthy sides if possible....
Not only are air fryer scallops easy to prepare, but they are also the perfect blend of sweet and salty. Serve with a side of cocktail sauce or your favorite dip. Easy Appetizer Recipe All the fanciness of an appetizer you’d see at a fine dining restaurant made right at home in your air fryer. An air fryer is my favorite kitchen appliance because it cooks food without added fat and is quick and easy to use (I’m obsessed with mine, I have this one here)!...
I’ve always loved chocolate and coconut, from coconut macaroons, chocolate macaroons to these chocolate fudge ripple coconut bars, but German Chocolate Cake is one of my favorite ways to get my fix! What is German Chocolate Cake German chocolate cake is made up of three different components (but sometimes only the first two are used): chocolate cake, coconut pecan frosting, and a simple chocolate ganache! Interestingly enough, German Chocolate Cake was actually developed by an American named Samuel German and has nothing to do with Germany....
As much as we love a classic chocolate chip cookie or peanut butter cookies, I crave the sweet and salty combination of chocolate and peanut butter! Family Favorite Cookie Recipe My daughter’s favorite part is adding the chocolate kiss to the cookie, but I think that’s only so she can sneak extra chocolate kisses! If you have kids, this is a great recipe to make with them, as there are plenty of things they can help with from scooping the dough and rolling it into balls to pressing the kiss into the baked cookie!...
Chocolate & Peanut Butter: A Dynamic Duo Is there even a better flavor combination than chocolate and peanut butter? I’m not sure that there is, and any recipe that combines these two flavors is a winner in my book. So, it probably won’t surprise you that these peanut butter chocolate chip cookie bars are among my latest baking obsessions. Recently I’ve been going through peanut butter like mad (fortunately I’d stocked up on jars over the holidays when I made dozens and dozens of peanut butter blossoms and a pan of peanut butter lasagna!...
We love making homemade peach crisp, but this easy strawberry crisp recipe is such a refreshing treat! Topping for Fruit Crisp It’s hard to know what to like best about this dessert, the luscious fruit layer or the crunchy topping. Call it taste synergy, because when it comes to strawberry crisp, the whole is definitely greater than the sum of its parts! The secret to making the perfect crisp is using the correct proportions (and real butter)....
Seasoned sweet potatoes and veggies are roasted to perfection and tucked into tortillas. Add a variety of toppings and a squeeze of lime for the perfect meal. An Easy Meal These tacos deliver flavor and nutrition. Make up a batch or two and have quick and easy tacos, burritos, and bowls all week long! We also love them served as a DIY taco bar along with some tasty toppings! For meat lovers, this recipe can be served alongside ground beef tacos or even steak tacos....
A steaming bowl of Italian wedding soup to soothe and nourish body and soul! This soup is made with bite-sized meatballs, spinach, and pasta in a flavorful broth. It’s easy to make ahead of time and this soup freezes well. Homemade Tomato Soup (Fresh Tomatoes)Slow Cooker Minestrone SoupHam Bone Soup (Slow Cooker)Skinny Potato SoupVegetable Soup Recipe Did your family love this Italian Wedding Soup recipe? Leave us a rating and a comment below!...
Summer is not the same without pasta salad! And this version is the perfect side dish to any entrée, whether it’s oven baked chicken breasts or barbecue! What Is Antipasto? Typically, antipasto is the first course of a formal Italian meal. Usually, marinated vegetables, cheeses, mushrooms, and meats are arranged on a plate so guests can help themselves. In this antipasto pasta salad, we use pasta as a base for all the other ingredients so it can be served as a side dish or even as an entrée....
Every culture has signature recipes, but Bread Pudding is a bit of a classic all around the world. I guess since bread is a pretty global thing, everyone was in need of a way to make all that stale bread delicious again! Bread pudding is a common dish in countries across North and South America as well as Asia and Europe. I’ve never seen any mention of it in Australian culture, but maybe there are a few of you out there who could tell me if it’s a thing down under too?...
I’ve been making chocolate covered strawberries forever… and for the last few years we’ve been enjoying Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries… so it was only a matter of time before the two came together! I have to tell you the results were amazing! Seriously amazing! These ended up being our anniversary dessert this year but I sense that I will be bringing them to LOTS of upcoming gatherings with no leftovers! Not only are they decadent and easy, the best part is that they are NO bake… perfect for summer time!...
It is chock full of potatoes, sausage, seasonings & fresh veggies! It’s effortless to put together, simply place the ingredients in the crock pot and let the slow cooker do all of the work! Why We Love this Soup Versatile: Sausage Potato Soup is so versatile. Don’t have sausage? Add ground beef! If you’re running low on fresh veggies, just throw in some canned or frozen veggies of your choice!...
