I see this fall staple in just about every country gift shop I’ve ever strolled through, but I’ve never bought a jar that tastes better than this tried and true homemade recipe for apple butter! Not only does it taste amazing, but making apple butter makes my kitchen smell like true autumn bliss. Yum! Ingredients for Homemade Apple Butter Apples: Use fresh apples, any type you like. I tend to use a mix of sweet and tart apples....
What’s in sheet pan apple chicken? Minimal prep work and simple ingredients make this sheet pan dinner one of our favorites! Check out a few ingredient notes to keep in mind: Chicken Breasts: You can use chicken thighs instead if preferred. Note that your cook time may change. Apple Juice: Any brand will work well, so just choose your favorite. Chicken Stock: I love using Instant Pot chicken stock whenever I have the chance....
This year, I had way more tomatoes than I bargained for in my garden. I planted double what I did last year, and, boy, did they produce! These balsamic tomatoes totally saved the day since they taste so delicious with just about any meal. I’ve even started snacking on them. Roasting tomatoes brings out their sweetness, and the balsamic drizzle really brings them alive! How to Store and Reheat I like to serve these balsamic tomatoes when they are still warm, but you can also enjoy them cold....
Banana Muffins from Scratch The Best Banana Muffins have landed! Studded with walnuts and perfectly spiced, these homemade muffins are so satisfying! It’s so easy to whip up a dozen or so of these dreamy banana muffins. Have them for breakfast, as a snack or dessert, basically whenever you want something sweet and delicious! Why you’ll love these Banana Muffins! Moist muffins! A little bit of butter goes a long way!...
Basil Mojito Recipe There’s just something about mojitos. The fresh mint, zing of the lime juice, and sweet after notes from the simple syrup. But I happen to be a basil girl. So why can’t mojito cocktails be made with fresh basil instead of fresh mint? Well, it turns out they can, and its super delicious! These Italian mojitos still have the fresh and bold flavors of a traditional mojito, but the basil has a peppery sweetness to it that I just can’t resist!...
What’s in this Basque Cheesecake Recipe? This Burnt Basque cheesecake recipe is ultra-creamy, slightly sweet, and has a perfect caramelized top! Cream Cheese: Provides a creamy and tangy flavor, as well as a smooth and velvety texture to the cheesecake. Granulated Sugar: Sweetens the cheesecake and also helps to set it properly. Mascarpone Cheese: Adds richness and a slightly tangy flavor to the cheesecake. Eggs: Whole eggs plus additional egg yolks are used to give structure to the cheesecake and create a custard-like texture....
It takes just 10 minutes to assemble this easy BBQ chicken dip recipe! After that, the oven does the rest of the work for you. When I make this tried and true dip, I like to do so about an hour before the party starts. That way, it’s hot and ready as soon as my guests arrive! If you’re planning on serving a large amount of people, you may want to consider doubling this recipe....
What’s in this Birria Tacos Recipe? I made these cheesy, juicy, crispy, and loaded with flavor. These birria tacos are a must-try. Slow-cooked beef birria, encased in a crispy taco, with a divine dip – you will love them! Chiles: Stemmed and seeded dried Guajillo chiles and dried Ancho chiles give birria its characteristic deep red color and rich, complex flavor. Beef: I like the combination of chuck roast and bone-in short ribs, but you could use just one or the other....
What’s in this Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe? This creamy, cheesy dip tastes just like the best buffalo chicken wings. Before I started this site, my friend Kathryn made it for a party, and taught me how to make it. We still joke that this recipe is what got me hooked on cooking. With just a few ingredients and couple of quick steps, you’ll have an easy party dip that is sure to be the hit at any get together....
Easy Caramel Pretzels These little Caramel Pretzels have my heart. They’re so tiny, SO ADDICTING, so cute, and so easy. What more can you ask for from a holiday recipe? I feel like because they’re mini pretzels I can eat like…100…and it’s no problem. Is that so wrong?? These butter toffee pretzels are the perfect combination of salty and sweet, and are just begging for you to make them for Christmas....
What’s in This Cashew Chicken Recipe? Skip the takeout and make this homemade chicken with cashews on the stovetop. You don’t need very many ingredients, and it comes together quick! Chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces. They should all be the same size to make sure they cook evenly. Cashews: Raw, unsalted cashews are best for this recipe. If you don’t have time to toast them, you can buy pre-toasted cashews, or just toast them ahead of time....
Easy Chicken Lasagna with Red Sauce Layers of pasta with a tomato and chicken sauce, ricotta cheese and spinach, this chicken lasagna is all kinds of delicious! Pasta is one of my go to meals when I want something hearty and comforting, and I know that everyone is going to love it! Simple to make this Italian favorite is always guaranteed to please! How to make chicken lasagna Cook the pancetta in a skillet until slightly crispy....
Cake Mix Chocolate Cookies Whenever your chocolate craving hits, whip up a batch of these little beauties! So simple to make, these cake mix chocolate cookies are perfect for a quick dessert, party or bake sale. Oven baked to perfection, bursting with chocolate flavor and loaded with with chocolate chips, these are a real crowd pleaser! Looking for more cookie recipes? Why not also check the cake mix recipes guide or try my Banana Breakfast Cookies and my M&M Brownie Cookies From pantry to table, these scrumptious chocolate cake mix cookies only take 30 mins!...
Our Favorite Chocolate Cake with Miracle Chocolate Frosting It’s my birthday today! Let’s celebrate with this perfect chocolate cake. This is the best chocolate cake recipe, one of my favorites! It’s rich and chocolatey, light and moist, and it’s simple enough to serve for any occasion. Learn how to make chocolate cake from scratch and make your own homemade chocolate frosting to go with it. You can use it to make all different types and cake sizes....
The Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies Looking for the best-ever chocolate chip cookies? Then you’ve come to the right place! Everyone needs a good, simple, classic chocolate chip cookie recipe they can return to time and time again. These are the cookies you’ll want to make on a random weeknight after dinner. This is the baking recipe you’ll turn to when you just want a quick dessert to satisfy your chocolate craving....
Easy Chocolate Gooey Butter Cookies Recipe Chocolate Gooey Butter Cookies are a must-make for any Gooey Butter Cake lover! Chocolate Gooey Butter Cookies had me at hello. Here in STL, we have a favorite dessert, ooey Gooey Butter Cake! We served it at our wedding and some out-of-town friends were so blown away I had to ship them some a few months later. These Gooey Butter Cookies are ooey, gooey, buttery (yep…the title works), and just oh so addicting....
Chocolate Peanut Butter Blossoms If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a million time, Christmas means cookies! These chocolate peanut butter blossoms are a must have this festive season! It’s super easy to make a really large batch too! Traditional Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies have always been a favorite for Christmas, and now I can add this double chocolate version to my go-to holiday baking list! A chocolate and peanut butter cookie is finished with a chocolate kiss for the most perfect double chocolate cookie....
Why We Love This Christmas Bark Recipe This white chocolate Christmas bark recipe has become a family favorite over the years. No holiday season goes by without it, and I’m sure your family will love it too! Use what you like or have on hand. Variations on Christmas Pretzel Bark The great thing about this recipe is that it’s so easy to adapt to whatever ingredients you have on hand. You can use milk, dark, or semi-sweet chocolate instead of white chocolate and any flavor baking chips you like or have on hand....
Cooking with Oils Cooking oils are one of those basic ingredients that’s used in just about every recipe. Whether you’re baking, frying, roasting, or cooking on the stove, your recipe likely calls for some kind of oil or fat. You might think of that bottle of olive oil as your go-to any time you cook (and it is definitely one of the most versatile), but it’s not always the best oil to use....
When I think of Cracker Barrel, I always think of their signature meatloaf. It’s so moist and flavorful, and I’ve been dying to get to the bottom of their recipe since the first time I tasted it. I think I’ve finally cracked it with this copycat Cracker Barrel meatloaf recipe! The meat is so moist, and the glaze is just perfect! How to Store and Reheat Store fully-baked Cracker Barrel meatloaf tightly wrapped in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months....
