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on Apr 19, 2023 2 Comments If you need a super quick and incredibly easy dinner idea, this is one you’ll definitely want to save! Learn how to make the best steak bites with this easy recipe. These delicious bites are perfect for any occasion. I’ve included instructions for various cooking methods for cooking on the grill, air fryer, pan-fried, and in the oven. How to Make Steak Bites Recipe Ingredients Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, notes, and estimated nutritional information....

on Jan 27, 2015, Updated Oct 07, 2021 15 Comments I’m not usually one to make what my husband would call, “cute foods.” But when it comes to watching football games, especially the big one coming up this weekend, you better believe that I pull out all the stops for our get together. You see, here’s the situation. My brother-in-law is a high school football coach. Have you ever watched a football game with a football coach?...

on May 03, 2010, Updated Jun 06, 2023 23 Comments My family loves strawberry recipes. Strawberry cobbler and strawberry spinach salad are always so delicious, especially as our fresh strawberries get ripe! And there’s something so enticing about strawberry cake, especially in the spring and summer. Most often, I make my fresh strawberry cake recipe from scratch, but when I crave my grandmother’s cake, I pull out this recipe from time to time....

on Jun 18, 2013, Updated Sep 10, 2021 29 Comments Take it away, sweetie! Smoking a whole chicken is about as easy as it comes. There are only a few things you’ll need to watch for while prepping and cooking to make sure your smoked chicken turns out just right. First, prep your grill or smoker. We use a Big Green Egg smoker with lump charcoal by Big Green Egg....

This year, I decided to craft something truly special for my dad’s Father’s Day gift: a homemade Kansas City Barbecue Sauce that’s perfect for slathering on brisket, ribs or any of your favorite meats straight off the grill. If you’ve been looking to up your BBQ game, this sauce is all you need. Packed with the signature Kansas City BBQ flavors—sweet, smoky, and tangy—this sauce brings that mouthwatering finish to any grilled meat....

Potatoes are one of the most classic side dishes. They are so versatile and there are so many ways to cook them. If you want more delicious potato side dishes then you have to try my Easy Roasted Bombay Potatoes, German Potato Pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer), and Lyonnaise Potatoes! How to Make Lighthouse Inn Potatoes Step #2: While the potatoes are boiling, prepare the topping. First, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. The original restaurant menu featured Lighthouse Inn Potatoes: chunky potatoes coated in a delicious and creamy sauce, topped with panko and Parmesan cheese that the chef browned to perfection....

Looking for Tuaca cocktails? Try this delicious one! Vanilla, citrus, and warm spices make this mulled wine recipe a treat for the senses. How to Make Mulled Wine with Brandy Step #1: Place the sugar in a small saucepan. Use a vegetable peeler to peel large sections of the orange into the saucepan, being careful to avoid scraping the white pith. Once peeled, cut the orange in half and squeeze the juice into the saucepan....

How to Make Raspberry Rose Water Cocktail Step #1: Prepare the syrup by combining the raspberries, sugar, and rosewater in a 3.0-quart saucepan set over medium heat. The rose essence comes from the use of rosewater, which you can find in most specialty grocery stores, or you can order rosewater online. It’s a common ingredient in Mediterranean cooking and is handy to keep around the house. You can even use it as a facial toner or to freshen your linens!...

on Apr 30, 2012, Updated Oct 04, 2021 43 Comments I woke up with an undeniable craving for banana muffins the other morning and I had an idea to make them over-the-top delicious. I could taste them long before I even got into my kitchen to make them. Let me just tell you… they were every bit as good as I’d imagined. Each bite was absolutely glorious. A blend of sweet and salty, creamy and crunchy, ooey and gooey at its very best....

on Jun 26, 2013, Updated Aug 27, 2021 88 Comments This amazingly simple, yet delicious Shrimp Avocado Salad is the perfect answer for cool, satisfying salads! Full of cool, shrimp and creamy avocados, this salad has a bit of a zesty flavor you’ll love from the bits of red onion and the fabulous homemade dressing. It’s truly one of our warm weather favorites! And this salad could not be any quicker or simpler, which really helps to make it such a well-loved salad!...

How to Cook Bok Choy Stir Fry Step #1: Bring three cups of water to a boil (either on the stove or in the microwave). This stir fry is basically great for busy weeknights. Quick, easy, and a flavor bomb. I mean, even on those busy days, I can still manage to toss this together. The tofu soaks up all the amazing flavors – we’re talking garlic, ginger, a hint of soy sauce, and those little bursts of heat from the Sichuan peppers....

on Sep 14, 2011, Updated Oct 27, 2021 9 Comments When I was a young girl, I hated asparagus. Literally hated it with a passion. My Mother would seldom fix it because we made such a fuss about it. Also, if you didn’t grow it in your garden, then it wasn’t as readily available at our neighborhood grocery store. It just wasn’t one of those items that the Jitney Jungle kept in stock....

Thai Mango Chicken Stir Fry (sometimes called Thai Chicken with Mangoes) is my go-to Thai food order! Thai Chicken with Mangoes, as it usually says on menus, is the very first Thai recipe I ever made. How to Make Thai Mango Chicken Step #1: Heat the peanut oil in a wok or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the cashew nuts until they just start to change color. Remove the cashews from the pan and set them on a paper towel....

How to Make Vegan Chickpea Curry Step #1: In a large pot over medium-high heat add in the coconut oil. I love serving this curry alongside my White Rice or Indian Naan Bread to soak up all the goodness from the curry sauce in this dish. Curry Powder – One of the most important ingredients when it comes to making any curry to give it that classic flavoring. For a full list of ingredients and amounts see the recipe card below....

This time of year, I really appreciate quick snack recipes, especially with friends and family frequently dropping by to hang out or watch the game. When Jolly Time Pop Corn asked me to help celebrate their 100th birthday, I knew it was the perfect excuse to nail a quick and delicious snack recipe—enter the 10-Minute Ginger Wasabi Popcorn. How to Make Wasabi Popcorn Step #1: Pour 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil and ⅓ cup popcorn kernels into a 3-quart or larger pan with a lid....

on Sep 26, 2015, Updated May 31, 2023 28 Comments A warm cup of coffee and Apple Fritters make a pretty perfect combination a crisp fall day – or any day! This Apple Fritter recipe is so simple and makes a delicious, comforting dessert. They taste like they would be complicated to make, but they are incredibly easy! And they just remind me so much of fall! It only takes a few minutes to have the batter made and ready to be cooked and only a few more minutes to have a batch of piping hot apple fritters ready for their glaze....

How to Make Baked Macaroni and Cheese Step #2: In a medium skillet, sauté the bell pepper, jalapeno, and Anaheim pepper in one tablespoon of butter until soft. Add the garlic and sauté for an extra 30 seconds. Then, switch off the heat and take it off the stove. I mean, what’s not to love? Macaroni, swimming in a rich, velvety cheese sauce, all baked to golden perfection. It’s a dish that’s like a childhood memory, and no matter how many fancy culinary adventures I embark on, baked mac and cheese is the one I keep coming back to....

on May 12, 2015, Updated Aug 27, 2021 8 Comments Boy, do I have something special for you! Ready? It is these balsamic baked pork chops! Oh my stars are they amazing! Let me just tell you, they are absolutely scrumptious and they couldn’t get much easier! I started with one my son’s favorite recipes – my skillet pork chops. If you aren’t familiar with that recipe, let me tell you a bit about how it came to be....

on Jul 04, 2014, Updated Sep 03, 2019 9 Comments During the summer, I love to make quick fruit salsas to serve with chips or to pile on top of fish tacos, baked chicken or pork chops. But honestly, I absolutely love to just have this as an appetizer or snack served with a chip. Talk about scrumptious. The blend of sweet from the peaches and blueberries and the spiciness of the jalapeño and onion is absolutely perfection....

on Oct 16, 2017, Updated Nov 11, 2021 8 Comments If you are ever looking for the perfect little savory accompaniment to a meal, remember this easy as can be recipe. With just four ingredients and about 15 minutes, you’ll have these incredible cheddar scallion biscuits that everyone raves over at my house! How to Make Cheddar Scallion Biscuits We love them with all sorts of dishes, from soups and salads to my roast chicken recipe to serving alongside baked ham, these little biscuits are just a triumph!...