These homemade dinner rolls are light and fluffy and also happen to be super easy to make! Fresh baked rolls make for the perfect accompaniment to almost any meal and are a must-have for holiday celebrations . There’s nothing better than fresh homemade bread, whether it’s fancy and delicate butterflake rolls , a hearty quick bread like chocolate zucchini bread or blueberry banana bread , or these irresistible dinner rolls....
This manicotti recipe is Italian sausage with three kinds of cheese, stuffed into pasta then covered with sauce and baked to perfection. A comfort food classic that’s great for feeding a large crowd! I love to make baked pasta when I’m entertaining, some of my favorites include pizza stuffed shells , chicken parmesan pasta , and this hearty, cheesy, baked manicotti. Manicotti is a traditional dish that’s served at most Italian restaurants, but it also happens to be really easy to make at home!...
These overnight yeast waffles have a melt-in-your-mouth texture and exceptional flavor. Make the batter the night before and have a decadent breakfast the next morning! If you’ve never tried yeast waffles, you’re totally missing out! It’s a unique experience that’s totally worth the extra bit of work! Do you ever have those days when you’re tempted to get take-out for dinner or just feed the kids a bowl of cereal and call it good?...
This pineapple smoothie is a tropical combination of pineapple, banana, pineapple juice and Greek yogurt, all blended together until creamy and smooth. A great smoothie for breakfast or snack time! When I want to feel like I’m on a island vacation, I reach for a an acai bowl or a pineapple smoothie. It’s frosty, refreshing and tastes like a tropical mixed drink (without the alcohol!). We are all about the smoothies these days – they’re quick, nutritious and totally refreshing....
These potato pancakes are shredded potatoes combined with onions and seasoning, then pan fried until golden brown. An easy side dish recipe that pairs well with chicken, pork and steak, and always gets rave reviews. You can never go wrong with potatoes for dinner, whether it’s homemade french fries , hasselback potatoes , or these simple, yet totally satisfying potato pancakes. Potato pancakes are a classic dish for good reason – that combination of ultra crispy potatoes with savory seasonings just can’t be beat!...
This roasted Cornish hen recipe is an easy and elegant way to make a meal that’s quick enough for a busy weeknight, yet fancy enough for a special occasion . The hens are coated in butter, garlic and herbs, then cooked in the oven for perfectly tender and juicy results every time. When I’m looking for dinner recipes that will impress my family and friends, I turn to rack of lamb , grilled lobster, beef tenderloin with garlic butter or these flavorful Cornish game hens....
These shrimp kabobs are tender marinated shrimp skewered with vegetables then grilled to perfection. A healthy and colorful dinner that’s quick to make and full of flavor! You can never go wrong with kabobs on the grill, I constantly make grilled chicken kabobs , steak and mushroom kabobs , and these fresh and delicious shrimp skewers. Warmer weather is finally here, and I’ve got my grill going non stop, especially on the weekends....
These strawberry waffles are light and crispy homemade waffles smothered in a fresh strawberry sauce then topped with whipped cream. An easy yet decadent breakfast or brunch option! Skip your local diner and make these strawberry waffles at home for a leisurely weekend treat that will please both the kids and adults in your life. I think I can count on one hand the number of times I’ve taken my kids out to breakfast....
This recipe for sun dried tomato pasta is penne pasta with sauteed chicken and spinach, tossed in a creamy garlic sauce. An easy dinner that the whole family will love! Easy pasta dishes are a staple in my house, I often find myself making lemon asparagus pasta , chicken parmesan pasta and this simple yet satisfying sun dried tomato pasta. This sun dried tomato pasta with chicken isn’t the fanciest dish on the planet, but it’s pure comfort food that’s easy to make and ready in 30....
This sweet and sour pork is chunks of pork tenderloin that are breaded and fried, then tossed with pineapple and fresh vegetables in a homemade sauce. A classic stir fry that’s even better than what you would get at a restaurant! I love to recreate my family’s favorite Chinese food dishes at home including Szechuan chicken , beef and broccoli stir fry and this amazingly delicious sweet and sour pork....
This tiramisu ice cream cake layers no-churn coffee ice cream, cake and chocolate for a decadent dessert that’s great for entertaining. If you’re a tiramisu fan, you’ll go crazy over this frozen version of the popular treat! When it comes to entertaining, I love to make ice cream cakes because they’re a make-ahead dessert that always goes over well. This tiramisu version combines the flavors of coffee and chocolate to make a unique and exciting sweet treat....
This recipe for Tuscan chicken pasta is creamy pasta topped with seared chicken, tomatoes, kale and mushrooms. An easy and hearty dinner that’s ready in no time! I love easy pasta meals, some of my family’s favorites include lemon asparagus pasta , chicken parmesan pasta and this simple yet satisfying Tuscan chicken pasta. Pasta – it’s what’s for dinner A LOT around here. I love to make pasta dishes that incorporate meat, veggies and noodles because it’s a complete meal without a ton of work....
This tzatziki sauce is a creamy blend of Greek yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, garlic and fresh herbs, all mixed together to make a zesty condiment or dip. Homemade tzatziki takes just minutes to make, and tastes way better than what you’d buy at the grocery store. I love to recreate my favorite Mediterranean dishes at home such as falafel , tabbouleh , baba ganoush and this refreshing cucumber yogurt sauce. I like to serve this sauce with pita bread as an appetizer, or pair it with grilled chicken or lamb as a main course....
This veggie pizza is a crispy crescent roll crust topped with ranch flavored cream cheese and crunchy colorful vegetables. An easy appetizer that’s perfect for serving a crowd! I love to serve a variety of hot and cold options when I’m entertaining. Some of my favorites include a relish tray , garlic parmesan wings , carne asada fries , a charcuterie board , black bean and corn salsa , and this fresh veggie pizza....
Everyone loves french fries, and everyone loves nachos. So what happens when you combine the two? You get waffle fry nachos that are the perfect appetizer, light dinner or after school snack for the kids. Waffle fry nachos are so much fun to eat and are loaded with great flavors. You can get creative and really pile on the toppings! I always have a bag of frozen potato products in my freezer and it’s typically Alexia french fries....
These bacon ranch chicken foil packets are a super easy dinner option with minimal cleanup! Chicken breasts are cooked with potatoes and ranch flavored butter, then topped with melted cheese and bacon for a meal that’s sure to please any crowd. Foil packets are reliable recipes when I need to make a easy dinner that everyone will enjoy. I love the way the flavors of everything in the foil packets complement each other....
This easy recipe for chicken enchilada casserole is layers of tortillas, shredded chicken, enchilada sauce and cheese, all baked together to golden brown perfection . A quick and simple meal that the whole family will love! I make Mexican food for dinner at least once a week, I often whip up shrimp tacos , pork carnitas or this fabulous enchilada casserole. Add your favorite toppings and watch the rave reviews come in!...
This chile relleno casserole is whole green chiles stuffed with Monterey Jack cheese, then baked in an egg batter and covered in more cheese and fresh cilantro. An easy vegetarian meal that tastes like your favorite Mexican restaurant but without the frying! I love ordering chile rellenos at my local Mexican restaurant – these battered and fried stuffed peppers are just SO delicious. Chile relleno casserole has all of the same flavors but with way less work....
This chocolate peanut butter pie is a no bake dessert with a cookie crust, creamy filling and whipped cream topping, all finished off with chopped peanut butter cups. An easy make ahead dessert that’s perfect for entertaining! You can never go wrong with chocolate and peanut butter, and this easy no bake peanut butter pie is the BEST way to get your peanut butter cup fix. Be sure to check out more peanut butter goodness with my peanut butter blossoms , peanut butter brownies and my list of 10 peanut butter recipes !...
This fry sauce is a blend of savory ingredients that’s perfect for serving alongside french fries and hamburgers. Fry sauce takes just 5 minutes to put together and turns plain french fries into something extraordinary. I’m a huge french fry fan, whether it’s baked potato wedges , sweet potato fries or traditional french fries. The best way to enjoy fries is with a side of fry sauce, and it couldn’t be any easier to make!...
