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on Oct 24, 2012, Updated May 31, 2023 8 Comments It seems like whenever I’m preparing appetizers, I am always mixing up a few dips as well. Especially if there is a meaty appetizer in the bunch, then you better believe this Bleu Cheese Dip is part of the plan! I originally thought I’d just include the recipe for it along with the Buffalo Chicken Potstickers that I posted yesterday, but then, I knew I’d forget what recipe I included it in and tell someone the wrong thing when they asked and there I’d be, looking like an idiot when I gave them the wrong recipe for something that I make all....

on Jun 30, 2013, Updated Sep 24, 2021 31 Comments My butter pecan ice cream recipe is so simple to make and even more delicious to eat! It is the perfect ice cream recipe if you are concerned about using eggs in your ice cream and it doesn’t require you to heat the ingredients and cool prior to freezing.In my book, that makes it about as perfect of an ice cream recipe as you can get!...

on Jun 15, 2013, Updated Nov 03, 2022 20 Comments And I’ve never been one to turn down the opportunity to make biscuits. Or eat them, it seems. They’ll be perfect to whip up for Father’s Day weekend! Or anytime, really! For my Buttermilk Drop Biscuits, I simply combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and then scoop them out with a large ice cream scoop onto a baking sheet that has been liberally coated with shortening, butter, or lined with a Silpat baking sheet....

How to Make Cannoli Dip This homemade Cannoli Dip is filled with cream cheese, powdered sugar, and ricotta cheese, which are all the traditional ingredients you would see in a handmade cannoli in Italy. The best part? It’s a cinch to whip up this dessert dip, and you don’t have to spend forever making and shaping the cannoli shells or putting the cannoli filling into the shells. Instead, you can grab some waffle cones or dippers of your choosing and dive right into this Italian dessert with all that authentic cannoli flavor!...

Step #3: Place the bag in the refrigerator and let it marinate for at least 3 hours. 12 hours works the best, but don’t marinate it longer than 24 hours or your chicken will be too mushy. I adore how this recipe cozies up perfectly alongside our other gyro superstars like Beef Gyros and Lamb Gyros. Planning a party? Jazz it up with some of our Greek Mezes, the small plates that always make a grand entrance!...

on Dec 04, 2014, Updated Jan 04, 2024 19 Comments These muffins immediately make me want to reach for a snuggly blanket, a good book, and a cup of hot coffee or a warm mug of hot chocolate. They just feel so warm and comforting that you want to soak up everything about them – not to mention that they make your house smell absolutely fabulous and like a home where you’d imagine someone is up baking them well before the sun rises....

on Mar 30, 2015, Updated Feb 26, 2023 38 Comments Looking for more delicious breakfast and brunch recipes? You’ll love French Toast, Bacon Egg Cups, and Blueberry Muffins. Scones are such a treat for in the morning with a cup of coffee or any time for a tasty dessert. These Citrus Scones are full of flavor and so easy to make! This scone recipe is so bright and fresh, tender and delicious, and comes together in 30 minutes and freezes well too!...

How to Make Classic Greek Salad Step #1: Begin by cutting the tomato into bite-sized pieces over a large bowl to catch the dripping juice. Add in the chopped cucumber, bell pepper, onion, and olives. It turns out that I’ve been making Greek Salad wrong my entire life. I was really making it way more complicated than it needed to be. I had a chance to take a cooking class while we were in Athens (I talked more about it in my Authentic Tzatziki post)....

on Nov 21, 2024 27 Comments This Cranberry Salsa over Cream Cheese is a festive, favorite appetizer we love and serve often for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year. And if you are looking for other appetizers to make for the holidays, you’ll love my spinach artichoke dip, cookie dough dip, and bacon ranch cheese ball. Juicy cranberries and other fresh ingredients make a sweet, tangy, and spicy salsa that’s absolutely divine!...

on Sep 29, 2017, Updated Sep 29, 2022 198 Comments This incredible cream biscuit recipe comes together in a snap with just two simple ingredients, self-rising flour and cream. That’s it. No buttermilk, no shortening, no butter. Just two ingredients for the most tender, fluffiest biscuits! Since this recipe does not require cutting in of shortening, butter, or any other ingredients, it really is one of the easiest recipes and must by why it was one of the first biscuit recipes my mother taught me to make....

Crispy, savory, and delicious is the only way to describe these deep fried olives. If you haven’t fried olives before you simply must! I am all about recipes with minimal ingredients, and this one is one of the EASIEST to make and only has FOUR INGREDIENTS. It’s hard to have a recipe with few ingredients taste good but this recipe and my Curried Carrot Fries are two that achieve this!...

on Feb 23, 2016, Updated Sep 16, 2021 5 Comments This eggs benedict with asparagus recipe is one that I think you are going to love! So simple, it is absolutely perfect for a lazy brunch on the weekend or a quick supper during the week! I just love recipes like that. Don’t you? We just got back from a trip to Florida where the sun was shining and the weather was absolutely gorgeous!...

If you’re planning a trip in the near future, make sure you register for travel insurance before you go. You can also check out my list of essential items for backpackers! For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a little bit obsessed with Egypt. I don’t know when or why it started, but Egypt has always called to me and this year I finally decided to answer. My friends and family love to ask me about “my next trip” (there is always a next trip), and when I told them I was going to Egypt, I got a bunch of questions such as:...

I first had papaya salad when I was visiting Thailand back in 2011. Wow, I can’t believe how quickly the years have gone by. But, before I left for that trip, I had made papaya salad rolls. Ever since that first bite in Bangkok, I’ve been a lover of papaya salad. I order it almost every time I go out for Thai food, which usually means I then can’t finish my entrée (hello, leftovers!...

How to Make Greek Gigantes I’m super lazy about beans, so I decided to make this a slow-cooker recipe. Just throw everything in, turn it on, and walk away. It’s so easy! This is an intensely comforting and satisfying dish. You can serve it as a stew-like main course, as a side dish, or even as part of a spread of small plates or appetizers. Check out my collection of Greek recipes if you need some pairing ideas....

on Jun 30, 2017, Updated Aug 09, 2023 1 Comment Fresh salads for lunch or dinner are always a favorite! I also love Balsamic Steak Salad, Mediterranean Salad, and simply adding shredded chicken to my favorite House Salad for a quick lunch or dinner. This Grilled Chicken Salad is piled high with fresh vegetables from our garden, mozzarella, and a bit of homemade pesto. Then it is topped with a quick homemade Pesto Ranch Dressing for even more flavor....

on Oct 13, 2014, Updated Sep 22, 2023 16 Comments This fresh and delicious Homemade Applesauce is such a simple treat for snacks and desserts and can even be used in baking. It is easy to make with just two ingredients and by two methods – either by stovetop or Instant Pot – so it’s no wonder it’s such a favorite for all who have tried it and love it!...

on Jan 17, 2019, Updated Mar 14, 2024 24 Comments Homemade chicken noodle soup makes a classic, comforting, and cozy meal. I’m sharing my stovetop and Instant Pot instructions, allowing you to choose your favorite cooking method. It is also great as a make-ahead meal and is freezer-friendly. Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, notes, and estimated nutritional information. Making homemade chicken noodle soup is so easy that we sometimes can make it harder than it needs to be....

This Swedish Pancakes recipe is a family recipe. We love to make these delicious pancakes on lazy Saturday mornings. We all crowd around the table and load up our plates with pancakes, strawberries, whipped cream, and whatever else strikes our fancy. Lucky for you, I’m going to explain all of the tips and tricks to get this recipe done right. I had the chance to whip up a batch last weekend so I could snap some photos and share it with you....

on Aug 22, 2016, Updated Jan 10, 2023 123 Comments Looking for more delicious Instant Pot recipes? I think you’ll love my Instant Pot Rotisserie-Style Chicken, Instant Pot Eggs, and Instant Pot Oreo Cheesecake. I’ve had my Instant Pot for some time now and am always discovering a few essential ways that I like to use it. From cooking chicken quickly to make Bart’s chicken salad throughout the week to steaming these sweet potatoes to serve like I would baked sweet potatoes or even to use in my sweet potato casserole....