These coconut shrimp are jumbo shrimp rolled in a sweet and savory coating, then deep fried to golden brown perfection. A restaurant style appetizer or main course that’s super easy to make at home. I love to recreate my restaurant favorites at home, including appetizer recipes such as garlic parmesan wings , crab rangoon , lettuce wraps and these succulent coconut shrimp. Coconut shrimp are one of my all time favorite indulgences – if I see them on a restaurant menu, I immediately order some!...

This corned beef hash is a blend of diced corned beef, potatoes and onions, all cooked together until golden brown and tender. Add a fried egg on top and you have the perfect hearty breakfast option ! When St. Patrick’s Day comes around, I make sure to save some of my leftover slow cooker corned beef to make this easy and flavorful dish. I also like to whip up some easy Irish soda bread for an amazing breakfast!...

These mini pizzas are crescent roll dough topped with sauce, cheese and toppings, then baked to golden brown perfection. A bite sized version of pizza that makes for a fun and unique appetizer. Everyone loves the flavor of pizza, whether it’s pizza pasta , pizza muffins , pizza dip or these cute and easy miniature pepperoni pizzas. Both kids and adults go crazy over these little snacks! Whenever I ask my kids what they want for dinner, someone always responds by requesting pizza....

This farfalle pasta recipe is a Tuscan style blend of sun dried tomatoes, spinach and mushrooms, all tossed with noodles in a creamy parmesan sauce. A hearty main course that’s easy enough for a busy weeknight, but elegant enough to serve to company. You can never go wrong with pasta for a quick and easy dinner – some of our favorites include taco pasta , shrimp pesto pasta and this Italian inspired farfalle recipe....

The ultimate fruit crisp featuring summer fruit such as cherries, apricots and peaches, all finished off with a buttery oatmeal walnut topping. The perfect way to showcase summer fruit! You can never go wrong with a good fruit crisp, especially when stone fruit and berries are plentiful and in season. It took me a long time to find the perfect recipe for fruit crisp. I tried different variations for years and always found something that wasn’t quite right....

This grilled tilapia is fish fillets coated in a zesty marinade, then cooked on the grill to tender perfection. A quick and easy recipe that always gets rave reviews from family and friends, and pairs well with a variety of side dishes. My family is a seafood loving group, and I’m always serving up their favorites including shrimp curry , seared ahi tuna and this simple but satisfying grilled tilapia fish recipe....

These homemade french fries are potatoes that are cut into sticks and deep fried until golden brown , then sprinkled with seasonings. Homemade fries are WAY better than anything you’d get at a restaurant, and are fun and easy to make. You can never go wrong with potatoes as a side dish, whether it’s baked potato wedges , garlic mashed potatoes or these classic french fries. There’s nothing better than homemade french fries – they’re light, crispy, and full of flavor....

This pepper steak stir fry is thinly sliced flank steak cooked with red and green bell peppers in a savory sauce. A quick and easy meal that tastes even better than take out! I always order pepper steak at my local Chinese restaurant, it’s one of my favorite dishes. This homemade version is ready in minutes and has that same great restaurant flavor. There’s nothing better than a delicious Asian dish that’s not only easy to make, but also better than takeout....

This warm pizza dip is loaded with cheese, pepperoni and a variety of toppings, all baked to gooey perfection. The perfect easy appetizer for parties! This dip is like a supreme pizza without the crust, it’s quick to make and is always the first party snack to get eaten! Serve it with baguette slices and breadsticks for a unique offering that will have everyone asking you for the recipe. Pizza is pretty much a universal party food – it’s at every birthday party, game day gathering and any other occasion where you’re feeding a crowd....

This pork chop brine is a blend of salt, sugar, herbs and spices that infuses the meat with flavor and helps to keep it tender and juicy . A good brine is the secret to perfectly cooked chops every time! I always brine my meat when I have time, it’s a sure fire way to get great results with minimal effort. I use chicken brine , turkey brine and this pork chop brine; you won’t believe how this simple salt mixture can impart so much flavor....

These pork kabobs are marinated pork tenderloin pieces skewered with red pepper and pineapple, then grilled to perfection. Looking for something a little new and exciting to grill this weekend? These pork skewers are always a huge hit! It’s that time of year again – football time! My husband is a big football fan and we love having friends over to hang out on Sunday afternoons – the guys watch football, the women chat in the kitchen and the kids play hard....

This rosemary chicken is seared chicken breasts coated in a garlic and herb sauce, then baked to golden brown perfection. An easy dinner option that’s sure to get rave reviews and is perfect for a busy weeknight. When I need a quick dinner, I turn to baked chicken dishes such as Greek chicken with potatoes , cornflake chicken , or these savory rosemary chicken breasts. Baked chicken is easy to make, versatile and can be paired with so many different side dishes....

This recipe for salmon teriyaki is seared salmon fillets covered with a homemade teriyaki sauce and finished off with sesame seeds. An easy and healthy dinner that tastes like it came from a restaurant! I can’t take credit for this recipe for salmon teriyaki. It’s actually something my mom has been making for years, except she uses a store bought sauce. Salmon is a favorite in my household, one of my twins requests it all the time....

This sausage egg casserole is loaded with plenty of hearty sausage, potato tots and cheese, all baked together to golden brown perfection . Add a topping of fresh avocado and tomato, then slice and enjoy. When I’m serving a crowd in the morning, I offer up some classic breakfast recipes such as cream cheese danish , baked oatmeal cups , red velvet waffles and this simple yet satisfying egg and sausage casserole....

These sauteed carrots are fresh carrots cut into slices, simmered until tender, then coated with butter, garlic and herbs. An easy and inexpensive side dish that’s loaded with flavor. You simply can’t go wrong with carrot side dishes , whether it’s sweet and savory tzimmes , creamy carrot salad , honey glazed carrots , roasted potatoes and carrots , carrot souffle or these simple sauteed carrots. I always have a bag of carrots in my fridge....

This recipe for shrimp chow mein is a quick and easy one pot meal with plenty of stir fried shrimp and vegetables tossed with noodles and a simple sauce. Shrimp chow mein is one of my favorite Chinese dishes! It’s great as a one pot meal, but if I’m feeding a big group I like to serve it with cream cheese wontons and sesame chicken . It’s one pot meal time again!...

This homemade strawberry lemonade is a simple yet refreshing combination of fresh strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar. The ultimate summer time drink! Homemade lemonade tastes so much fresher than store bought. Add some ripe strawberries into the mix and you’ve got a delicious drink to cool off with on a hot day. I am lucky enough to have a lemon tree in my yard, which means that we make homemade lemonade all the time....

These amazing Christmas appetizer recipes are sure to bring holiday cheer to your guests with favorite dishes like baked buffalo wings, bacon deviled eggs and spinach dip. Put some merry in your Christmas with these savory hot appetizes, cool dips, crunchy snacks and more! Christmas appetizer recipes do not have to be extravagant. They don’t need to require days to prepare or even hours if you’re short on time. In fact, some of the best Christmas appetizer recipes take little to no time at all....

This bacon mac and cheese is a one pot dish featuring pasta in a creamy cheese sauce with plenty of bacon. An easy dinner option that’s packed with smoky bacon flavor ! Macaroni and cheese is always a big hit in my house, especially slow cooker mac and cheese , broccoli mac and cheese and this delectable bacon version. Macaroni and cheese is always a great dish, but when you add bacon to the mix, it elevates this classic to something really special....

These baked buffalo wings are ultra crispy chicken wings tossed in a classic spicy sauce and served with ranch dressing. Snack away with less guilt! Buffalo wings are a perennial favorite, they’re perfect for parties, game day, or just when you have a hankering for a hearty snack. These buffalo wings are baked instead of fried, but are just as crispy and delicious as what you’d order at a restaurant. They are perfect crispy appetizers along with chicken taquitos and potato skins ....