Cherry pie is one of my favorite pies, they are so full of flavor and are perfect to serve all year round. The best thing about this recipe, is that with a few shortcuts, it only takes 15 minutes to prep, so it’s easy to satisfy that sweet craving in a hurry! It’s one of the best summer dessert ideas because it’s fruity, simple, and delicious! How to make The Best Homemade Cherry Pie Is This Pie Served Hot or Cold?...
How to Make Homemade Gardettos This Gardettos Recipe can get me through any tough day. In college I was OBSESSED with Gardetto’s. I would stay up late procrastinating and popping this snack mix like candy. I probably could have learned a bit about everything in moderation, but they were just SO darn good! I never dreamed that I could make it in large batches at home so easily. So often I look back and wish I would have started cooking earlier, but then I probably wouldn’t have this blog all about learning to cook....
What’s in a Hot Cross Bun? It’s that time of year! A good hot cross bun is made with love, and the finest ingredients around. Milk: Be sure to use warm milk heated to the proper temperature to make sure the yeast activates. Sugar: All sweet rolls need white sugar. And don’t forget powdered sugar for the icing cross! Yeast: Use active dry yeast. Flour: All purpose flour works best to create the base of the dough....
Chicken Breast Cutlets Master Recipe Chicken cutlets are the best option for easy weeknight dinners. They are thinner than breasts, which makes them quicker to cook. That means they stay moist and tender, no matter how you cook them! I find that they are particularly great for searing, frying, or breading, because it’s easier to get them nice and crispy without drying out. Plus, they make a good portion size for the whole family!...
Chicken Piccata is one of my favorite Italian chicken recipes. The sauce is silky and tangy, and I love the brininess the capers add. I developed this Instant Pot chicken piccata recipe to make my favorite dish even easier. The piccata sauce is simple to make but comes out buttery and loaded with flavor! How to Store and Reheat Store leftover chicken piccata in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months....
Why We Love This Irish Cream Recipe This sweet coffee and cream liqueur is so tasty! You only need a handful of ingredients and just one step to make this DIY Bailey’s recipe. Creamy. This liqueur has a smooth, rich, and velvety texture from the heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk. Flavorful. The combination of whiskey, instant coffee granules, chocolate syrup, and vanilla and almond extracts creates a complex sweet, nutty, and creamy flavor....
Nutella is one of my most favorite guilt pleasures! Delicious straight out of a jar with a spoon and so perfect in these stuffed cookies. Chocolate chip cookies are a perennial favorite at my house, but my kids love it when I surprise them with these Nutella stuffed cookies instead. Tips for Success The Nutella needs to be solid when you wrap it in the cookie dough. It’s easier to handle this way, but it also means that it won’t melt too quickly when the cookies are baked....
Why We Love This Pear Pie Recipe Looking for a new take on classic apple pie? Look no further than this easy pear pie recipe! It incorporates all of the classic flavors you love with a twist–sweet and crisp pears instead of apples! Variations on Spiced Pear Pie There are many ways you can jazz up this simple yet delicious pear pie. Try adding some fresh or ground ginger for a zesty and slightly spicy flavor, or some bourbon for a rich kick....
Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe This homemade poppy seed dressing recipe is light, easy to make, and perfect for summer. Try it with my Strawberry Poppyseed Salad! Poppy Seed Dressing is one of my favorite salad dressings. This salad dressing recipe is perfect for summer because it’s a light, flavorful, slightly sweet vinaigrette. I made this poppy seed salad recipe to go along with my fresh Strawberry Poppyseed Salad and it’s SO good....
I’m always craving the crispiest chicken fingers I can get, and I think I’ve finally found the ultimate combination. Coating chicken tenders in a breading made with pretzels and savory seasonings, then deep frying them to crispy perfection…every bite is amazingly crunchy! My kids are as obsessed with these as I am, so I know I’ve done something right here. What’s in this Pretzel Crusted Chicken Tenders Recipe? Chicken Tenders: Use chicken tenderloins for this recipe....
Quiche Lorraine Ingredients This Quiche Lorraine recipe is filled with eggs, lots of cheese, and tasty bits of bacon, all cooked into a flaky pie crust. I always say that it’s breakfast in pie form, and it’s too good to resist. Pie Crust: You’ll need 1 9-inch pie crust for this recipe. Use a refrigerated, pre-made one, or make your own homemade pie crust. Bacon: Chopped cooked bacon adds salty, umami flavor to the quiche....
Focaccia with Rosemary Rosemary focaccia is one of our favorite breads to serve at dinner time. It’s soft and chewy, with lots of olive oil to create that signature texture. Topped with plenty of rosemary and sea salt, the flavor is just perfect! This easy focaccia bread recipe will come in handy on both weeknights and special occasions. It’s great paired with any of your favorite pastas or Italian dishes, and makes a great side for those fancier entrees too....
What’s in this Sausage Balls Recipe? Sausage cheese balls are hearty, cheesy, savory, and a little bit spicy…all the best flavors! And when you dip them in this homemade Apricot Sweet Chili Sauce, you’ll never want to eat anything else. Sausage: Bulk pork sausage is the classic choice. I like Jimmy Dean, but any brand will work. Cheese: Cheddar cheese makes these balls gooey and cheesy. Bisquick: Baking mix binds the ingredients together and ensures they don’t turn out too dense....
I’m always looking for easy ways to add more veggies into my meals, and sautéing them has proven to be one of the best options. I can use any vegetables I have on hand, add a few herbs and spices, then throw them in a pan. These sautéed vegetables cook fast, and they come out nice and crisp. This healthy side dish pairs well with anything and everything, so I can always rely on this recipe to round out dinner....
Why We Love This Seared Scallops Recipe Scallops may seem intimidating to cook, but this recipe will walk you step-by-step through how to cook scallops with a perfect sear. Easy. You only need a few ingredients and about 15 minutes. Season them as you like, with salt and pepper, fresh herbs of your choice, or serve with a homemade sauce. One Pan. You can cook the scallops and the sauce in the same pan, saving you from spending all night washing dishes....
What’s in Shortbread? You only need 4 ingredients (technically, you only need 3) to make these classic shortbread cookies! Flour: All-purpose flour works best, but you could use whole wheat and gluten-free varieties. Butter: Use a whole stick of salted butter. Let it come to room temperature before using it, so that it can properly mix into the dough. Powdered Sugar: Confectioner’s sugar creates a sweet, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Vanilla Extract: This adds a slight vanilla flavor to these cookies....
Pulled Chicken on the Stovetop Tender bbq chicken is so easy to make on your stovetop! On those days that I forget to plug in my slow cooker to make some Crockpot bbq chicken, this stovetop method is a real life saver. The best part? It only takes 15 minutes to prep! Then, the chicken just has to cook all the way through before shredding and serving. When I make these sandwiches for game day and parties, I love to create a toppings bar with lots of red onions, coleslaw and pickles....
The numbers show us that 76% of consumers will consider a business’s online presence before they visit a physical location, so making a great digital impression is crucial. That said, making an online presence can feel like a moving target at best (given how fast the internet and its trends change). So here are six reliable steps from real small businesses that you can take and put to work today....
Why We Love This Sous Vide Chicken Recipe The sous vide method cooks chicken breast to the perfect temperature by cooking it vacuum-sealed in warm water. This process prevents overcooking, so you’ll never end up with dry chicken again! Juicy. The low and slow cooking time ensures your chicken will never turn out dry. Flavorful. The seasonings and herbs infuse the chicken with so much flavor. Easy. Just vacuum seal the chicken, set it, and forget it!...
This yellow squash casserole is ridiculously delicious! I thought I wasn’t a fan of yellow squash until I tried this recipe. Sour cream and mayonnaise make the filling rich and creamy, and the squash has a great texture and nuttiness that goes so well with the buttery cracker topping. This casserole deserves a place on any holiday table. How to Store and Reheat Store leftover squash casserole covered with aluminum foil in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months....
