Here are a few of my other favorite cookie recipes: Madeleine Cookies, Alfajores, Sparkling Shortbread Cookies and Vegan Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies. The first time I ate a monster cookie was the summer of 1979. I was a kid and it was the dog days of summer. Since it was an extremely hot Texas summer afternoon, me and some neighborhood friends wanted to do something inside for a while, so we decided to make cookies....
on Jun 29, 2016, Updated Jul 12, 2021 38 Comments If there is one thing that I can always depend on it is how my family loves these banana bread muffins! Moist, tender and absolutely delicious, they are one of my absolute favorite muffin recipes. They make the perfect little personal-sized banana bread confection just right for serving my family, or guests for brunch, or even at a shower! And let’s not forget how easily transportable they are – making them perfect for mornings on the go or packing in those lunch boxes....
on Oct 12, 2011, Updated Sep 07, 2023 107 Comments Around my house, growing up, pinto beans and cornbread were well-loved additions to any meal or sometimes was the entire meal themselves. It was one of our family favorites, which is why it made such a regular appearance at our table. My grandmother and mother shared this delicious pinto beans recipe with me, and it has remained a satisfying favorite in my own family....
on Mar 22, 2020, Updated Jul 12, 2021 36 Comments Looking for more easy bread recipes? I think you’ll love my angel biscuits, cornbread recipe, and this 4-ingredient, no-yeast Irish soda bread. Lately, Bart has made as much of the bread (if not more!) than I have in our house! While it has always been his thing to make cinnamon rolls at Christmas and cornbread and Southern buttermilk biscuits in the Dutch oven on camping trips, he’s gotten even more so into bread baking lately....
on Dec 16, 2013, Updated Sep 19, 2023 19 Comments Looking for more easy appetizer recipes? You’ll love my spinach artichoke dip, buffalo chicken wings, and Swedish meatballs. Sausage balls have always been a favorite bite-sized dish. They are so versatile and perfect for so many occasions. I remember that my Mama would make them for Christmas morning brunch, New Year’s Eve snacks to help us make it to midnight, and to nibble on while watching football games....
on Oct 12, 2012, Updated Sep 19, 2023 14 Comments Roast chicken is one of the easiest meals to prepare with just a few simple steps. Growing up, my Mom had roast chicken with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes as part of her weekly meal plan and my Grandmother always served roasted chicken in addition to her turkey at Thanksgiving and Christmas. This simple weekly meal is easy, delicious, and a tradition that I wanted to continue with my own family....
on Mar 30, 2016, Updated Sep 08, 2023 93 Comments Okay, so this strawberry syrup is something that happens fairly often around my house. Especially during the peak of strawberry season! Once you make it and use it a couple of times, you’ll totally be as obsessed with making and having it in your refrigerator as I am. I feel certain. Simple as can be to make, a container of this strawberry syrup is made about once a week and disappears fairly quickly....
How to Make Pasties Step #1: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the carrot, parsnip, turnip, and rutabaga; sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until lightly browned. Bursting with a medley of veggies, savory goodness, and a hint of sweetness, these pasties redefine comfort food. With its golden, flaky crust. it gives a mouthwatering filling of potatoes, carrots, peas, and more – a veggie lover’s dream come true....
on Jan 26, 2014, Updated Sep 23, 2021 5 Comments Basically, this sweet potato hash is a one dish meal prepared in a skillet. You can beat that for simple! This sweet potato hash recipe begins by browning your favorite sausage or chorizo in the skillet, then quickly cooking the shredded sweet potatoes along with the sausage or chorizo to get it nice and crispy. So much of the flavor and texture comes from this step....
How to Make Thai Tomato Salad Step #1: Toss all of the ingredients together in a large bowl. However, we were driving around and had a late breakfast, missed the noon lunch hour, and started getting hungry. I was searching on my phone for nearby restaurants when Pok Pok popped up. Well, one of the dishes we ordered at Pok Pok was a “special of the day,” scribbled on the chalkboard as “Thai Tomato Salad....
on Mar 30, 2017, Updated Nov 16, 2023 764 Comments We’ve used this simple yet scrumptious chicken marinade for many years, especially when making grilled chicken (and my son’s favorite grilled chicken legs). It is quick to make and uses common ingredients that you most likely have on hand. But the beauty of this recipe is that it is just as delicious as a marinade for baked chicken, so there’s no need to save this only for warm weather grilling season!...
on Sep 02, 2014, Updated Jul 06, 2023 308 Comments There’s just something about a freshly baked cake topped with swirls of chocolate frosting that brings a smile to my face. Usually, it signals a special occasion, such as a birthday or anniversary, a party of some sort, a celebration. But then, there are times that I think that by the end of a hectic week of my son’s classes and long hours studying, my husband working, and all that goes in and out of a week for any family, the weekend is reason enough to celebrate!...
How to Make Tuscan White Bean Soup Step #5: Add the salt, pepper, sugar, and vinegar. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. This recipe warms my soul. Everything in it is healthy and the taste is immaculate. I am someone who loves vegetables and in this recipe there are seven different vegetables that make this soup colorful and flavorful. Granulated Sugar – To give this soup a hint of sweetness alongside all the savory flavors....
We all need more easy vegetarian dinner recipes, but frankly I’m sick of soup and salad. Here are ten of my favorite recipes to get a meat-free dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less! Easy Vegetarian Dinner Recipes For a healthier version of chow mein, bulk up your noodles with a nutrient boost of fresh vegetables! Serve with a quick cup of hot tea and a binge-worthy show on Netflix....
on Jul 21, 2023 2 Comments Summer squash makes a favorite side dish throughout the year, but especially during summer when it is in season. You will find it in abundance at the grocery store, farmer’s markets, and also growing in vegetable gardens. Squash and zucchini are fiber-filled vegetables perfect for roasting, sauteeing, steaming, and, yes, air frying! We love to use squash in so many recipes, from savory recipes like squash casserole to sweet recipes like zucchini bread!...
on Sep 22, 2023 2 Comments Love easy appetizers? I think you’ll love this easy pigs in a blanket recipe that makes what my family calls “the best”. There are a few additions to the classic 2-ingredient recipe that take them over the top! How to Make the Best Pigs in a Blanket Recipe Ingredients Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, notes, and estimated nutritional information....
on May 27, 2016, Updated Jan 25, 2024 31 Comments Pair this succulent Boiled Shrimp with garlic butter or cocktail sauce for a special appetizer. Making a delicious meal in less than 15 minutes is also simple. It is delicious served alongside a steak, topping a fresh green salad, or even served alongside a large bowl of alfredo. Fresh-boiled shrimp always reminds me of summer. As soon as school was out each summer, my family would start planning our trip to the beach....
How to Make Braised Flat Beans Step #1: Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet (for which you have a lid) over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the onions and season generously with salt. Fry the onions until they are turning golden brown, about 4 to 6 minutes. Step #2: Turn the heat down to medium and add the garlic and canned tomatoes. Fill the empty tomato can halfway up with water and pour it into the pan....
on Jul 31, 2013, Updated Oct 26, 2021 39 Comments Also, I couldn’t figure out the exact name to call them. I struggled with Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter, but then those both sounded like the cookie was peanut butter with just chocolate chips. And then I thought of a few fun names like PBCCO cookies, but then knew no one would have a clue what kind of cookies these were....
on Jan 28, 2012, Updated Nov 23, 2021 7 Comments A while back, there was a restaurant in our hometown that served great Cuban sandwiches. My husband and I would love to sneak away there for lunch to share a Cuban and a plate of sweet potato fries. Unfortunately, when that restaurant changed ownership, so did the way they made that sandwich. It just wasn’t the same. So, recently I started making them for my husband myself....
