on Aug 14, 2014, Updated Jun 13, 2023 25 Comments One of my son’s favorite breakfast items has always been French toast. We turn to my Perfect French Toast recipe more times than I can count! But one thing that he especially loved when he was a wee little boy was food that he could pick up with his fingers and eat. Even foods that he didn’t like I could coax him to try if fingers and dipping were involved....
on Jan 31, 2013, Updated Nov 03, 2022 72 Comments There is just something about the simplicity of grilled chicken legs that I love. Maybe it’s that chicken legs are just so simple and homey, comforting and delicious. It could be that I remember them being my favorite piece of chicken from my childhood or that they now are my son’s. But, whatever the reason, I realize that I just don’t cook them nearly as often as I should....
There are a few different ways that people make dal, but my favorite way to is temper the spices and aromatics in oil. The hot oil helps release all of the wonderful fragrance and flavor from the garlic, ginger, and spices (tempering!). The tempered oil and aromatics are then added to the lentils at the last minute (along with some lemon juice) so the flavor stays bright and fresh. When I serve this recipe, I always have my Homemade Naan Bread and Basmati Rice on the side to soak up all the goodness....
on Jul 26, 2023 2 Comments Easy weeknight dinners are my favorite types of recipes. From using my meal-prep recipes like Shredded Chicken for Chicken Enchiladas and more to freezer-friendly meals like my Classic Chili, and cranking up my slow cooker, I’m always experimenting with recipes to make comforting, delicious meals without sacrificing flavor! Take this baked pork chop recipe, for example. Ready in less than 30 minutes, this recipe gives you tender, delicious, and juicy pork chops packed full of flavor in every bite!...
How to Make Lime Vodka Cocktail Step #1: Combine the lime leaves with the vodka in a mason jar or other tightly sealed container. Let infuse for at least one day, up to four days. I have been inspired to try more of my own infusions, so I decided to go with my gut and make a Wild Lime Leaf-infused Vodka for this drink. Fresh Kaffir Lime Leaves are just about the most delicious thing ever....
How to Make Malaysian Stir Fried Chicken Step #1: Toss the chicken pieces with 2 tablespoons of fish sauce and 1 tablespoon of hot chili sambal. You can pretty much put this stuff on anything and know the end result will be pure deliciousness. If you are searching for easy Malaysian recipes, look no further. This Malaysian chicken recipe is incredibly simple and just calls for a few basic ingredients. You can pick up a jar of sambal at an Asian food supply store or at a well-stocked major supermarket....
on Jul 27, 2012, Updated Sep 03, 2023 64 Comments Summer squash is such a delicious vegetable that goes perfectly with so many main dishes. It makes the perfect side dish for just about anything you’re serving for supper in the summer or anytime. Pair it with baked chicken breast, grilled chicken, or a skillet steak or alongside a hearty salad. I think this squash goes with just about anything!...
on Feb 27, 2014, Updated Sep 07, 2023 2,821 Comments Why I Love This Recipe This recipe has a rich chocolate taste and a smooth and creamy texture. Made from just six simple ingredients, this buttercream frosting comes together quickly. This recipe yields enough to frost a three-layer cake or three dozen cupcakes beautifully. It stores well if I need to make it ahead. Ingredients to Use & Why You’ll need these ingredients to make this frosting....
on Oct 31, 2024 576 Comments This is the most delicious pork roast recipe, and I’m sharing tips for the easiest way to make it! With just three ingredients and a slow cooker, you’ll be amazed at the juicy flavor and extremely tender roast – and everyone will ask you for the recipe! There are just a few tricks that I’ve found that I want to share with you so you’ll love this pork roast as much as we do....
on Feb 24, 2014, Updated Sep 15, 2023 26 Comments Fresh, bright, and just down right beautiful, this raspberry sauce recipe is definitely a keeper. You’ll want to have some on hand as much as possible to brighten up so many things such as my Mama’s cream cheese pound cake recipe, add to a bowl of yogurt in the mornings, or even to drizzle over a piece of roasted chicken, duck, or other poultry....
on May 14, 2014, Updated Jun 30, 2023 18 Comments In my family, we make these a few ways, depending on how we plan to use them in a recipe, yet they all begin with the simplest of ingredients and methods. Macerated Strawberries Simple Macerated Strawberries are absolutely delicious for so many dishes. They are incredibly easy to make and add such a special touch for everything from breakfast dishes to decadent desserts....
on Jan 04, 2017, Updated Oct 07, 2021 11 Comments If you’ve noticed anything about me, you’ve most likely noticed how much I love easy skillet recipes. I’ve mentioned for years how much I adore skillets and use them for everything from cooking breakfast in the mornings to desserts! But, you know, my absolute favorite way to use them is for quick and easy suppers. For that purpose, they are indispensible!...
on Feb 05, 2018, Updated Feb 01, 2024 102 Comments Looking for more beef recipes? You’ll love recipes like Swedish Meatballs, Spaghetti Sauce, Lasagna, and Easy Steak Bites! My family loves this ribeye steak recipe! These steaks taste like we’re sitting at the table of one of the finest steak houses for a luxurious meal. But here’s the deal. This skillet ribeye steak recipe is a cinch with just a few steps that make for an absolutely scrumptious steak every time!...
on Jan 22, 2018, Updated Sep 07, 2023 24 Comments Looking for more easy slow cooker dinner recipes? I think you’ll love my Mississippi Pot Roast, BBQ Pork Chops, easy Shredded Chicken, and Balsamic Roast Beef. When I was a new bride, I loved watching Julia Child. While her recipes weren’t exactly the foods I’d grown up cooking alongside my mother and grandmother, I was always reminded of them as I watched....
on Jan 17, 2014, Updated Mar 14, 2024 16 Comments Looking for more easy dinner ideas? I think you’ll love simple ground beef recipes like Skillet Lasagna, Stuffed Peppers, and Classic Chili, and a pasta favorite, my Alfredo Sauce Recipe. Spaghetti sauce is one of those classic recipes that everyone should have a recipe to turn to time and again. This is it for my family! I love how quick and easy it is to prepare while being a versatile recipe based on what I have available in the pantry and refrigerator....
I have been so damn busy lately, I’ve hardly had time to cook. I recognize that as a full-time food writer, I make my living by cooking and should not be able to say that I have no time to cook. But, there it is. Other than the recipes I create specifically for the blog, I don’t really pull out all the stops and cook up fabulous meals very often....
How to Make Zaatar Roasted Cauliflower Step #1: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). This Middle Eastern cauliflower recipe is delicious as a side dish or stuffed into a pita. Lately, I’ve been making it in large batches to enjoy as part of a Middle Eastern-inspired vegan bowl, complete with fried chickpeas, cooked freekeh, Jerusalem Salad, and a quick lemon-tahini sauce. Step #2: Place the oil and zaatar in a large bowl....
on Nov 09, 2024, Updated Nov 25, 2024 4 Comments One of my favorite things to buy at a bakery has always been apple turnovers. That buttery and flakey pastry filled with fragrant, sweet, and tender cinnamon apples gets me every time – no matter the season. But friends, making these bakery-quality favorites is as easy as pie! Let me show you how I make them. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Easy recipe....
How to Make Baked Asian Salmon Step #1: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius). Now, let’s get into the heart of this dish – the glaze. Every brush of this glaze on the salmon is like painting a canvas of flavors. And the best part? It’s incredibly easy to whip up. Step #2: In a bowl, combine the garlic, hoisin sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, honey, sriracha sauce, and soy sauce to make the Asian glaze....
on Jun 01, 2018, Updated Apr 24, 2023 5 Comments Happy first day of June! I’m still wondering where May went, but so thankful for a new beautiful month ahead of us! One of my favorite things throughout the summer is to use the grill as much as possible for as many meals as possible. 🙂 My planning goes something like this: Starting the grill? Great, let’s go ahead and cook everything we can possibly cook so that the rest of the week (at least the next few days) is handled....
