on Oct 19, 2015, Updated Aug 21, 2019 12 Comments There’s something about October that has me wanting to put a little bit of pumpkin puree and cinnamon in nearly everything. From my amped up morning coffee, to smoothies, to just about anything that I bake! Do you have the bug, too? Even if you say, “not nearly as badly as you do!,” these pumpkin snickerdoodles will be just the thing to add to your fall baking list!...

How to Make Sweet Potato Curry Step #1: Place the onion, garlic, ginger, oil, garam masala, cumin, cardamom, and chili in the bowl of a food processor and purée until a paste forms. What makes this South Indian Sweet Potato Curry unique is its mix of spices. From the cozy vibes of cumin and garam masala to the mild kick of pepper, these spices team up to create a taste party that’s a real treat....

on Mar 25, 2013, Updated Dec 19, 2023 19 Comments A make-ahead Southern Easter menu is essential in my book. You see, a Southern Easter lunch or supper is a meal that is full of everyone’s favorites in my family. While the eggs have been dyed and hidden in every imaginable hiding spot for the younger members of the family to find, this simple and easy Easter meal is ready to be enjoyed as soon as the prize egg is found!...

How to Make Tomato Basil Chicken Step #1: Pour the balsamic vinegar into a small pot and place over medium-high heat. Reduce until the vinegar reaches the consistency of syrup. You can serve this balsamic chicken with cherry tomatoes along with a simple green salad for a super-quick and insanely satisfying meal. Plus, the leftovers are great for chopping up and tossing with pasta, or for making into a salad or wrap....

on Jun 21, 2015, Updated Aug 27, 2021 11 Comments I always think of these monster cookies during summer. I’m not sure if it is because my sister and I would help Mama make them before friends came over to play or if it is because I’ve kind of continued the tradition of making them for Sam and his friends. They are packed full of flavors that we loved growing up and Sam and his friends love just as much as we did!...

How to Make Vegan Pita Sandwiches Step #1: In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, honey, and lemon juice. Add enough hot water to thin it to a spreadable consistency. Taste, and add salt and pepper as needed. However, some bakeries add other ingredients such as milk, eggs, or honey for flavor. To be sure, look at the ingredients list and ensure there are no animal-derived ingredients before making a purchase....

Bibimbap is a traditional Korean dish that is made up of a base of White Rice, a fried egg and gochujang sauce, along with an assortment of veggies and a protein as well. This recipe has so many different textures and flavors, it is truly the most satisfying dish! I won’t lie, this recipe does take a little bit of work. However, it is mostly chopping everything up, so I always volunteer my husband to be my sous chef and assist me to make the process easier!...

How to Make Asian Broccoli Slaw Step #1: Place broccoli slaw and cilantro leaves in a large bowl. That’s where this Asian broccoli slaw recipe comes in. To the rescue! I kid you not; you can have this done in five minutes. Step #2: Put half of the peanuts into the bowl of a food processor along with the lime juice, fish sauce, peanut oil, vinegar, and ginger. Process until liquefied....

How to Make Browned Butter Blondies with Butterscotch Chips Step #1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper. I wanted to make something you could take to holiday gatherings, so butterscotch came to mind. Then white chocolate came to mind, too. And what kind of self-respecting food blogger would I be if I didn’t make these blondies with brown butter?...

on Apr 24, 2019, Updated Aug 07, 2023 7 Comments Caprese salads and recipes are always some of my favorites! I serve them often, especially when I have a bounty of garden ripe tomatoes and lots of fresh basil. And I think most people enjoy a hot, melty grilled cheese sandwich. Caprese freshness has met the grilled cheese and it’s absolutely a delectable flavor match! The crispy crunch of buttery sourdough bread filled with creamy, melted mozzarella, tangy pesto, and a fresh tomatoes is something incredible....

How to Make Chinese Tomato Eggs Step #1: Beat the eggs in a small bowl; season with vinegar, salt, and sesame oil. Beat lightly to combine. I’m keeping my promise from Wednesday’s Chinese Potatoes recipe post to share another recipe I learned while traveling in China earlier this year. After four exhausting hours climbing the Great Wall, my travel companions and I stopped at a little restaurant and enjoyed some of the tastiest food of my life....

on Nov 01, 2024 23 Comments If you are looking for a golden roasted and juicy, no-stress Thanksgiving turkey, then this recipe is for you. I’m sharing tips and tricks learned from my Mama for cooking the most perfectly moist, tender, and juicy roasted turkey every year for our Thanksgiving dinner. She always served the most beautiful turkey as the centerpiece of our meal. And it’s super easy to do with these steps and this recipe!...

How to Make an Egg White Quiche Step #1: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line your pie or quiche pan with your pie crust, cutting off any excess dough. If you love a good quiche like me then you have to also try my Mediterranean Quiche or even my Potato Frittata which is very similar as well. Fresh Herbs – I love how vibrant fresh herbs are, especially in a quiche they add a beautiful aroma and taste....

I like to think of myself as an equal-opportunity-eater, but when it comes time to pick favorites, Greek food is definitely near the top of my list. Keeping with my recent string of posts on easy dinner parties, today is all about hosting a Greek Meze Party! Just like with my Turkish Meze and Spanish Tapas parties, going with a “small plates” theme is the perfect way to host a low-key get together....

on Feb 02, 2011, Updated Sep 08, 2023 51 Comments A mouth-watering cake with a touch of lemon, filled with lemon curd, and topped with lemon cream cheese frosting. It makes a beautiful cake for a birthday, spring shower, or for your Easter table and I love to serve it with a scoop of citrus sorbet with Meyer lemons. Now, I have to share with you that this cake tastes so much better than my sad photography skills could possibly convey....

on Jan 12, 2018, Updated Jun 12, 2023 9 Comments I’ve not been able to get enough soup lately. Let the temperatures dip just south of 50 and you can pretty much bet that soup will be on my menu plan for lunch or supper, if not both! And lately, it has felt like I’ve been making a whole lot more soup than normal this time of year! I’ve been all about Grandmother’s Chicken and Dumplings when we want something super cozy and comforting, my White Chicken Chili when we are looking for something with a little bit of spice but still not leaving us feeling overstuffed, my Weeknight Chili when I need something super quick and rich, but lately, I’ve also been making recipes that aren’t centered on meat from time to time....

on Aug 23, 2017, Updated Feb 23, 2023 38 Comments Looking for more easy cakes? You’ll love my favorite Best Chocolate Cake, Cream Cheese Poundcake, Easy Carrot Cake, and many more! This Mississippi Mud Cake recipe is one I love to make again and again for a simple yet amazing dessert for family suppers and casual get-togethers. Just look at this cake covered in pecans and marshmallows and topped with chocolate icing!...

on Jun 13, 2012, Updated Aug 31, 2023 61 Comments Life sometimes happens in waves. Periods where you learn of so many family and friends who are sick, who have suffered a loss, who just need a pick me up. Then, the wave seems to swell again taking us all high on a crest full of graduations, marriages, births, and other major happy events. I allow myself to get so caught up in my own wave riding that I sometimes don’t think to raise my head and notice those around me that may be holding on just as tightly to their boards as they can, just praying for the seas to calm for a moment....

on May 13, 2016, Updated Mar 14, 2024 20 Comments I have a quick, easy, and mighty delicious one-pan recipe to share with you that I think you are going to adore as much as we do! It is my one pan pesto chicken that is a weeknight staple around my house. Tender chicken, fragrant peppers, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese are nestled into zucchini noodles and tossed in flavorful pesto....

How to Make Pan de Agua Step #5: While it is rising the second time, preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (232 degrees Celsius). There is something cathartic about baking bread. If you want some of my other favorite bread recipes then you have to try my Easy Rustic Olive Bread, Savory Irish Soda Bread, and Honey and Herb Bread.