How to Make Vegetarian Chili Step #1: Place the enchilada sauce, beans, corn, and half of the can of diced tomatoes in the crock of a slow cooker along with 1 ¾ cups of water. We all know the various reasons why vegetarian slow cooker recipes are awesome, right? I don’t need to sing the praises of the hands-off, one-pot, easy-cleanup machine, but I’ll still encourage you to drag yours out of the back of the cupboard....
How to Make Vietnamese Chicken and Cabbage Salad Step #1: Toss the chicken, shredded cabbage, scallions, and carrots together in a large bowl. But wait, there’s more! This salad is topped with goodies that make it even better. Fresh mint leaves give a pop of freshness, and roasted peanuts add a great crunch. Like a bit of spice? A sprinkle of chili flakes can add some heat. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or a tasty side dish....
If you’re planning a trip to the Land of Smiles in the near future, make sure you register for travel insurance before you go. You can also check out the guide book I used while in Thailand, as well as my list of essential items for backpackers! In some ways, Thailand is where this whole crazy blog began. While by no means my first international adventure, my time in Bangkok was the first time I truly felt outside of my comfort zone....
on Aug 31, 2016, Updated Aug 20, 2019 19 Comments These jalapeno poppers are one of those appetizers that when you make them, you can always depend on them being devoured. With just a few ingredients, you can have these babies ready for serving in just a jiffy. Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers Recipe We’re gearing up for a long weekend filled with football games, birthdays, and hanging out with family and friends....
How to Make a Baileys Chocolate Martini Step #1: In a martini shaker with ice, add in vodka, Baileys Irish Cream, and chocolate liquor. Baileys Irish Cream is a staple ingredient in many popular cocktails. You will see it used in White Russians, Mudslides, and even Irish Coffee. However, in my opinion, it doesn’t get more classic than a Baileys Chocolate Martini! Chocolatey delights find their match in this Irish cream liqueur....
on Aug 20, 2012, Updated Sep 03, 2023 252 Comments Cake is always a favorite part of any shower and I wanted it to have a surprise inside when you cut it. Unexpected, vibrant, and perfect for a little boy. Blue Velvet Cake has all of the great taste of the more traditional Red Velvet Cake, but with such a fun twist that everyone will remember it. Notes: I used Americolor Soft Gel Paste in Royal Blue and Violet....
on Aug 15, 2012, Updated May 31, 2023 26 Comments These simple buttered potatoes are a throwback to my youth. Mama would make them at least once every other week to go with meatloaf, chicken, or even her skillet pork chops. It was a staple, for sure. And I never got tired of it. Not even a little bit. There was one part of my Mama’s buttered potatoes that I never enjoyed and was always tired of though – peeling!...
on Oct 04, 2013, Updated Sep 03, 2019 25 Comments Chocolate Peanut Butter Clusters Recipe I don’t believe there is any combination more classic than my favorite pairing of chocolate and peanut butter. Combine that deliciousness with nuts in this simple no-bake recipe and you’ve got a winner! These cutie pie little chocolate peanut butter nut clusters are so easy to make and are ready in minutes. They only have a few minutes of actual prep time, then they finish coming together with a short time in the refrigerator....
on Dec 14, 2018, Updated Jul 20, 2021 6 Comments If you love Cinnamon Rolls like we do, then I am so excited to share this recipe for Cranberry Orange Rolls using my husband’s prized cinnamon roll dough! If you are preparing for your holiday baking, then definitely add this one to the list! They are just perfect for breakfast, brunch AND dessert! Cranberry Orange Rolls How to Make Cranberry Orange Rolls To make these delicious Cranberry Orange Rolls, I start with the dough from Bart’s Cinnamon Rolls Recipe....
on Dec 17, 2010, Updated Nov 29, 2023 22 Comments Simple yet scrumptious and satisfying dinners like this Easy Beef Stroganoff recipe are always favorites – especially during a busy week! I especially love easy recipes I can have on the table in 30 minutes or less, like this dish or Spaghetti, Chili, and Fried Chicken! Making this beef stroganoff recipe is very easy. You can make this incredibly tasty meal on your stovetop anytime with just a few ingredients and a large skillet....
on Oct 15, 2024 No Comments These delicious meatballs are delicious served as spaghetti and meatballs with marinara sauce, BBQ sauce, and so much more. They are freezer-friendly, making them perfect to reheat and serve. You’ll turn to this crowd-favorite recipe again and again. How to Make the Best Meatballs Recipe Ingredients Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, notes, and estimated nutritional information....
on Mar 23, 2012, Updated Nov 16, 2021 15 Comments I added smokey, crunchy bits of bacon and well-diced onion to my Mama’s original recipe and decided that had she not developed a sensitivity to eggs, she’d have quickly revised her requirements. It reminded me of the perfect blend of Mama’s egg salad, her potato salad, and another potato salad I’d devoured while my husband and I traveled in Germany many years ago....
How to Make the Greek Fish en Papillote Step #1: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Step #2: Divide the red onion slices between two large squares of parchment paper, placing them on the right half of each square with one inch of space between the onions and the edge of the paper. Step #3: Place each fish fillet on top of the onions. Season each fillet with one teaspoon of Greek seasoning spice mix and drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil....
on Aug 12, 2018, Updated Aug 27, 2021 4 Comments Peaches, peaches, peaches. We can’t get enough of them this summer. They have just been so juicy and amazing. And I couldn’t wait to share this grilled chicken and peach salad with you. I think you will absolutely adore it as much as I do! Grilled Chicken and Peach Salad Recipe For my Grilled Chicken and Peach Salad Recipe, I used chicken tenderloins, but you can also use chicken breasts or even chicken thighs if you prefer....
on Sep 05, 2017, Updated Feb 01, 2024 63 Comments We absolutely love tacos and so many Mexican and Tex-Mex recipes in my house, and I use this taco seasoning recipe a lot! Some favorites are my quick and easy tacos and my chicken taco soup. So, my taco seasoning mix is on hand all the time. As much as we love these recipes, I do not use store-bought taco seasoning packets to season my dishes....
on Jan 11, 2017, Updated Jun 30, 2023 5 Comments If you love honey roasted peanuts as much as my family does, then I think you are going to love this homemade version. I love that they are made with just a few ingredients – raw peanuts, butter, honey, and salt – and a little bit of time to roast in the oven. If you prefer them with just a hint of a spicy kick (I do!...
on Jul 06, 2015, Updated Nov 16, 2023 13 Comments Brown butter adds so much flavor in cooking and baking! I love to use it in recipes where butter is called for to add an additional layer of flavor to pasta, vegetables, cookies, and cakes. The transformation of the butter as it reaches the perfect, nutty, golden brown is amazing and makes an already delicious dish absolutely irresistible! I use unsalted butter for making my brown butter and generally begin with about 25% more than what I need for a final recipe as the volume of the butter will be different once the butter is browned....
How to Make Immune Booster Juice Step #1: Process the grapefruit, mango, ginger, and carrots in your juicer. Made with a zesty, citrusy grapefruit, sweet mango, and earthy carrot coming together for a sip that’s like a high-five for your immune system. So, why settle for the ordinary when you can sip on something extraordinary?
on Sep 25, 2019, Updated Jan 12, 2023 8 Comments Looking for more easy chicken recipes? I think you’ll love my Chicken Pot Pie, Chicken Noodle Soup, Chicken Parmesan, and Easy Baked Chicken. One of the most comforting meals is a roasted chicken with any mixture of side dishes from mashed potatoes to green beans or a simple house salad. I’ve been turning to my Instant Pot for making this rotisserie-style recipe for the most tender, juicy, and delectable chicken!...
on Nov 26, 2024 77 Comments Few things go together as well as peanut butter and chocolate. It has to be one of my all-time favorite flavor combinations and one that I talk about a good bit for recipes. Easy Peanut Butter Balls Recipe Growing up, my Grandmother would make little peanut butter balls that looked just like little buckeyes. She’d mix all of the ingredients together and roll the peanut butter mixture around to form these little bite-sized treats....
