on Dec 20, 2012, Updated Sep 12, 2023 30 Comments A simple, yet delicious fudge recipe is pretty golden around the holidays. One that you can whip up and have chilling in the refrigerator before a party or that friends look forward to as gifts each year is a fudge recipe that you want in your arsenal for sure.I always hear that this tastes like a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup and if you have peanut butter cup lovers in your life, this is a gift they will surely love!...

on Oct 11, 2013, Updated Sep 05, 2023 621 Comments My family absolutely adores it, it is so very simple to make, and you just can’t beat that classic vanilla buttercream for all sorts of celebratory and everyday type of desserts. It is perfect for my white cake recipe for birthdays, weddings, and other celebrations and works as a delicious, yet stark visual contrast on chocolate cake, too. It is great sandwiched between a couple of butter cookies or spread on top of a cookie cake, as well....

on Jun 11, 2013, Updated Oct 03, 2023 65 Comments A long standing southern classic, Comeback Sauce comes from the Mississippi region of the south – or so I understand – and I couldn’t be happier that friends of ours from that area while growing up introduced it to my family. Comeback Sauce Recipe Full of delicious flavor, Comeback Sauce is easily one of my favorite go-to items in my refrigerator for all sorts of things....

on Oct 19, 2018, Updated Feb 05, 2024 14 Comments Does your family love pizza as much as mine does? Pizza nights have always been one of our favorites and one that I can absolutely depend on my whole family and any friends enjoying! But you guys, if you are looking for a super easy new twist for your pizza night or even to make as a quick lunch or afternoon snack, then you need the recipe for these deep dish pizza cups!...

on Jan 03, 2013, Updated May 19, 2023 27 Comments Chef Salads come in all sizes and varieties, but there are always a few things they have in common – crisp greens, two types of meat – either ham, bacon, chicken, turkey, or another favorite, hard boiled eggs, vegetables, and cheese. And since this is a version of a chef salad that I love to make and serve as a meal after I’ve made baked ham, I thought it would be perfect to share with you right about now, too....

on Jun 17, 2015, Updated Sep 28, 2021 12 Comments Thinking of cooking supper on the grill immediately makes me think of summertime, fun with friends and family, and relaxing meals. I think it’s the mingling of the smells from the grill with fresh cut grass, gardenias blooming and all of the sounds of outside that just puts everyone in a more relaxed mood. At least it does me. Anytime we have the opportunity, you better believe we crank up the grill and head outside....

on Mar 22, 2010, Updated Nov 12, 2024 10 Comments Ritz Chicken Casserole is one of the easiest yet most comforting meals my Grandmother taught me how to make as a young girl. Made with just six ingredients, it was a recipe she knew everyone loved and was so simple to make. I love to serve it with green beans, broccoli, or another vegetable for a complete meal. How to Make Ritz Chicken Casserole To make this easy chicken casserole, you’ll need the following ingredients:...

This Homemade German Spaetzle boasts a dense, chewy texture similar to pasta but more substantial. I love its rich flavor, which is enhanced by the creamy touch of butter and the warm, slightly spicy notes of white pepper and nutmeg. What is Spaetzle? Spaetzle is a traditional German egg noodle dumpling. Made primarily from a simple batter, these dumplings are boiled in water and are then often sautéed in butter or topped with sauces....

How To Make Homemade Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches Step #1: Whisk eggs in a large bowl until fluffy (you can either hand mix or use a mixer). It’s a hands-on, customizable treat – play around with different ice cream flavors and toppings, and even experiment with the waffle thickness. So, why settle for ordinary when you can sandwich your happiness between two homemade waffles? Let the tasty adventure begin! Step #2: Add the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt....

How to Make Huevos Motuleños Step #1: Quick-pickle the jalapenos by combining the jalapeno slices, vinegar, sugar, a pinch of salt, and 3 tablespoons of hot water in a small glass container with a lid. Shake well until the sugar has dissolved. Set aside. But those days are long gone. I am an egg convert, and I like my yolks runny. So much, in fact, that I recently wrote a whole post dedicated to vegetarian runny egg recipes....

on Dec 12, 2013, Updated Jun 30, 2023 25 Comments Growing up, oatmeal cookies were one of my mother’s specialties. It seemed like she could have a plate of warm oatmeal cookies ready at the blink of an eye whenever we needed a little bit of extra time with her. I guess that’s why they remind me so much of cozy afternoons reading or just talking with Mama. Periodically, she’d add an extra special touch of drizzling cookie icing over the top of her oatmeal cookies and then, all was right with the world....

on Sep 16, 2019, Updated Aug 22, 2023 9 Comments My family loves spaghetti, so it has always been on regular rotation for suppers at my house. But lately, this Instant Pot Spaghetti recipe has been my go-to! I love that everything is made in one pot, is ready in minutes, and is packed with delicious flavor. Served with our favorite house salad with croutons, my Instant Pot Spaghetti is ready in 20 minutes for a quick and easy family favorite meal!...

Which Tequila to Use Blanco (White/Plata): Pure and unaged, offering a smooth, sweet, and vegetal flavor. Ideal for a crisp, clean Italian Margarita, letting Amaretto and citrus shine. Reposado (Rested): Aged for 2 months to a year, providing a golden color and a smoother, more complex taste with notes of oak, vanilla, honey, and spices. Creates a richer Italian Margarita. Añejo (Aged): Aged for 1 to 3 years, darker with a complex flavor profile including chocolate, tobacco, and caramel....

How to Make Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad Prepare the Bulghur Wheat Step #1: Pour the boiling water over the bulghur wheat into a shallow bowl. Use a fork to quickly stir the water into the wheat, then set aside for 10 minutes. Step #2: Fluff the wheat with a fork, then place a plate (or plastic wrap) over the top of the bowl and place it in the fridge. Step #3: Let rest until room temperature, at least 15 minutes....

on Dec 18, 2017, Updated Dec 20, 2023 17 Comments While our Christmas dinner menu may change slightly from year to year, it is always a meal that I love hosting for my family. Gathering all of the family together at the table to celebrate is one tradition that I look forward to all year long. Since it is a meal that much of it can be prepared ahead of time and is simple to cook and serve, it allows me to enjoy the day with my family without stressing over meal preparations....

on Oct 21, 2014, Updated Aug 22, 2019 15 Comments I love a good cookie. I also love a big, warm mug of Mexican hot chocolate. Combining the two is a no brainer, in my humble opinion. Ha. If you are like me, you’ll definitely want to make these cookies soon. So simple to make, I love that they are a bit different from the cookies that I usually am making....

How to Make Moroccan Lentil Soup Step #1: Place your quartered bell pepper on a baking sheet and place under your oven’s broiler for 3-5 minutes on high, turning once or twice. Once roasted, remove from oven and chop. I headed to the fridge and pantry and pulled out lentils, garlic, carrots, an onion, a yellow pepper, and some Moroccan spices (nutmeg, cumin, coriander, allspice, ginger, cayenne, and cinnamon). Into a pot went some oil, garlic, carrots, and onion, while the yellow pepper went under the broiler....

For whatever reason, the husband and I have been on a serious breakfast-for-dinner kick lately. I think it’s because we’ve been so busy with the holidays and the remodel that we forget to grocery shop and don’t have many other options. Whenever we’re seriously lacking for dinnertime inspiration, eggs are always an easy option. I’m not sure why this is, but I feel like frittatas simply don’t get the credit they deserve....

on Nov 26, 2024 41 Comments Peppermint bark makes a much-loved addition to any Christmas cookie tray or candy platter. It also makes a thoughtful and festive gift! An impressive gift on its own, or add other favorite holiday candies like Divinity, Chocolate Truffles, and Peanut Butter Balls. Peppermint bark is a holiday favorite around my house and something my whole family loves. When my son was just a little boy, we used to buy a festive tin of this candy on our trip to visit Santa....

on Oct 03, 2017, Updated Sep 08, 2023 11 Comments Full of pumpkin flavor and my favorite spices mingled in my pumpkin spice mix, these Pumpkin Muffins are amazing! The warmth of the molasses in the brown sugar, layered with butter, vanilla, and real pumpkin, make these a favorite pumpkin muffin. Most of us are excited when the time arrives to enjoy our favorite seasonal recipes. Iconic homemade pumpkin spiced latte drinks are certainly a sign that fall is upon us!...