Posts

What’s in a Chicken Caprese Sandwich? Inspired by classic caprese, this sandwich is stuffed with grilled chicken, tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella for the perfect summer sandwich! Balsamic Vinegar: The base of the balsamic glaze. Choose a high-quality vinegar, as this will be the dominant flavor in the marinade. Honey: Sweetens the balsamic glaze. You could also use agave or maple syrup. Chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the best results....

Why We Love This Turtle Cake Recipe Fudgy, chewy brownie meets the ultimate moist chocolate cake. It doesn’t get better than this for chocolate lovers! Chocolatey. German chocolate cake mix, fudge brownie mix, and chocolate ganache make this cake triple-chocolate. Caramelly. Caramel sauce made from baking caramels adds a rich and gooey texture. Indulgent. Rich chocolate cake, gooey caramel, silky ganache, and crunchy pecans make this cake so flavorful. Variations on Chocolate Brownie Cake You can always sprinkle on some chocolate shavings, chocolate chips, extra nuts, more candies or even a side of gooey caramel sauce if anyone wants an extra drizzle....

Best Vanilla Frosting Looking for the best frosting to top off your favorite vanilla cake or cupcake recipe? Then you’re going to love this homemade recipe! This homemade vanilla frosting recipe is light enough in flavor to go with everything. Better yet, it’s super easy to make, so you can make it fresh every time you bake. This is my fail-proof, go-to icing for cakes and cupcakes! This vanilla frosting will take an ordinary cake to over-the-top yummy!...

Festive Tequila Sour Recipe Christmas is the perfect time for a fun cocktail recipe. This White Christmas Tequila Sour is beautiful, tasty, and oh so easy to make. If you want to impress guests this holiday season, this type of drink is just the thing. Isn’t it fun? To make this Tequila Sour Recipe for Christmas you will need: Exotico Tequila Lime Juice Lemon Juice Lemon Extract (gives an extra punch) Agave Nectar (or honey) Egg White For the garnish: lime slices, fresh rosemary, and cranberries...

DIY Seasoning Recipes Sometimes a recipe calls for a specific seasoning or spice blend that you don’t have on hand. Buying a new mix for one recipe starts to feel unnecessary, especially when you could make homemade seasonings with the spices you already have in your pantry! There seems to be a new trendy seasoning mix every season (hello everything bagel seasoning, pumpkin spice, and the list goes on), and it feels wasteful to buy every single one....

Christmas Cocktail Recipes When the holiday season rolls around, there are so many parties, gatherings, and social occasions to host and attend. Appetizers and snacks are a must for any holiday party, but don’t forget the drinks! These Christmas cocktails are my favorite alcoholic drinks to serve this time of year. They’re easy, fun, and so festive. Whether you prefer something more classic, drinks you can make for a crowd, something warm and spiced, or a Christmas-themed cocktail recipe that will impress, there’s a recipe here for you to try!...

Easy Beef and Broccoli in the Air Fryer Savory, a little sweet, and totally delicious, beef and broccoli is one of my favorite meals to order out! I love the combination of tender beef and crispy broccoli all tossed in an incredible marinade and served with rice. There’s nothing quite like it and now you can make restaurant-style beef and broccoli in your Air Fryer for ease! Like most air fryer meals, this air fryer beef and broccoli comes together quickly and easily....

Air Fryer Egg Salad Sandwiches Recipe I will never grow bored of egg salad sandwiches, so quick and easy to rustle up and they are a perfect meal for the whole family. Mixed with mayonnaise, mustard and a little salt, this air fryer egg salad is super creamy with just a hint of tanginess. Perfect when put between two pieces of bread and some fresh lettuce. Be sure to try my Instant Pot Egg Salad and Avocado Egg Salad too!...

I don’t think I could live without my air fryer. I’m so spoiled with it! It preheats in little to no time and always cooks my chicken thighs perfectly. You’ll find with this recipe that the chicken thighs are always perfectly juicy and tender, never dried out. The honey mustard sauce is what really makes these chicken thighs so remarkable, though. The best part? It’s a really simple recipe! All you need to do is mix together olive oil, honey, and dijon mustard to create a sauce that elevates the chicken like crazy....

What’s in this Baked Turkey Meatballs Recipe? These cheesy baked turkey meatballs are made with ground turkey and they’re so delicious and easy. I promise that you’ll impress with these because it’s such a fun appetizer to serve on any occasion! Oil: Olive oil helps prevent the onions from burning. I love the flavor olive oil adds, but you can use avocado, vegetable, or canola oil instead. Onion: You can use white or yellow onion in this recipe....

There’s nothing quite like the sweet scent of homemade cinnamon rolls baking in my oven, and these bakery-style rolls have the added benefit of beautiful, flavored frostings on top of each one. These deliciously spiced clouds of fluffiness are just divine and could adorn any bakery window! I love making these when I have guests staying with me, or on special weekends for my kids. Ingredients for Bakery Cinnamon Rolls Milk: Milk must be warmed to precisely 105°F-115°F in order to activate the yeast....

What’s in Beef Stew? If you’re on the hunt for a big bowl of comfort, give homemade beef stew a try! Chunks of beef are slow-cooked in a flavorful broth on the stove for a rich and delicious winter meal the whole family will love. Chuck Roast: A flavorful cut of beef that becomes tender and juicy when cooked low and slow. Salt + Pepper: Enhance the natural flavor of the beef....

Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts Recipe Pop tarts were one of my favorite treats as a kid, and I’ll be honest, they still are now! But, did you know how crazy easy they are to make at home?! These blueberry hand pies are made with just a few basic ingredients and every bite takes you straight back to childhood. Be sure to try my Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes and Blueberry Muffins too!...

What’s in Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin? This super easy bacon Brussels sprouts gratin is one of my all-time favorite side dishes. It’s the ultimate way to eat your greens! Who can resist Brussels sprouts when they are tossed in a creamy white sauce, sprinkled with tons of bacon, and topped with loads of white cheddar? I know I can’t! Brussels Sprouts: The star of the show. Let me tell you, if you think you’re not a fan of them, I’m here to change your mind!...

What’s in This Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe? I’m a huge fan of simple recipes. I love that this side dish calls for only 3 basic ingredients to make candied sweet potatoes (plus a pinch of salt). It’s such an easy recipe, and sure to please everyone at the table. Even my two kids always go back for seconds. Sweet Potatoes: This vegetable is the star of this side dish. Butter: Use salted butter to make the “candy” mixture– it creates a rich and buttery sauce!...

Why We Love This Candied Yams Recipe If you haven’t tried Candied Yams, you are in for a treat! When testing this recipe, we found out just how flavorful and easy making this classic holiday side dish really is. Here are some reasons we love it: Classic. Made from sweet potatoes, butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, and spices, this dish is a must for your Thanksgiving table. Sweet. The combination of brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract makes this dish irresistible....

Now that I know how to make a caramel frappuccino at home, I’ll never wait in the drive-thru again. You only need a few basic ingredients for this easy recipe! This creamy, dreamy blended coffee is the ultimate way to wake up and stay awake. What’s in This Caramel Frappuccino Recipe? Black Coffee: I like to use really strong plain black coffee for a rich flavor (and lots of caffeine!...

A classic bruschetta is perfect for appetizers, and I am obsessed with spinach artichoke dip in any form. So this cream cheese artichoke bruschetta is my favorite for parties, cocktails, and pre-dinner snacking. It’s so quick to throw together, and yet it looks beautiful and fancy. I also love to serve the creamy dip and toasted bread side by side instead, because sometimes dipping just more fun! Ingredients for Artichoke Dip Bruschetta Cream Cheese: I used reduced fat, and it works great....

What’s in This Chicken Marinara Recipe? Chicken marinara is a classic dish that everyone loves! This version uses a homemade tomato-based sauce to go along with the chicken. It is then topped with shredded mozzarella to give it the perfect texture. Chicken: It’s easiest to use boneless skinless chicken breasts. However, you can use boneless skinless chicken thighs if you prefer that cut. Italian Seasoning: Adds classic Italian flavor to the chicken....

Why we love this Paillard Chicken Recipe This French method of preparing chicken is one of my absolute favorites! Here’s why I love it so much: Quick & Easy: This easy chicken paillard recipe can be cooked in 30 minutes! It’s a great dish for busy weeknights when you don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. One-Pan Meal: If you hate washing dishes, then this recipe is your best friend!...