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This honey glazed ham is a spiral cut ham, coated in honey and spices, then baked to golden brown perfection. An easy holiday ham recipe that looks super impressive and is sure to get rave reviews from family and friends. You can never go wrong with a ham for a special occasion, whether it’s ham with pineapple and cherries , coca cola ham , or this delectable honey glazed version. Be sure to add a side of homemade dinner rolls , Instant Pot cranberry sauce and Christmas salad for a fabulous meal....

This honey glazed salmon is seared salmon fillets topped in a honey, soy sauce and garlic glaze. A quick and easy dinner option that’s on the table in just 20 minutes! My whole family enjoys salmon, so I end up serving it for dinner at least once a week. Some of our favorite salmon recipes include grilled salmon , garlic butter salmon and this super simple yet satisfying honey glazed version....

These make ahead mashed potatoes are Russet potatoes that are boiled until tender, then combined with butter, garlic, cream cheese and seasonings to make the ultimate side dish. The perfect recipe to make before a big holiday when you don’t want to spend the whole day in the kitchen! You can prepare potato side dish recipes in endless ways; some of my favorite recipes include crispy oven roasted potatoes , sweet potato souffle , ultra creamy cheesy potatoes , grilled sweet potatoes and these super convenient make-ahead mashed potatoes....

These margarita Jello shots are flavored with lime, tequila and triple sec, then topped with fresh lime slices, sugar and salt. All the flavors of a classic margarita in a fun and portable presentation ! You can not go wrong with margaritas for festive drink recipes . Whether it’s a cranberry margarita , pomegranate margarita , or blood orange margarita , this traditional cocktail is always a hit. These margarita gelatin shots are a fun twist that are easy to make and look so impressive!...

These mashed red potatoes are tender potatoes combined with garlic, butter and seasonings to make a simple yet totally satisfying side dish . Pair your mashed potatoes with roasted chicken , grilled turkey breast , braised short ribs or seafood and watch the rave reviews come in! You can never go wrong with potatoes, whether it’s baked potato wedges , hasselback potatoes , or these rich and creamy mashed red potatoes....

This recipe for pulled chicken tacos with pineapple salsa is flavorful shredded chicken combined topped with sweet and tangy salsa and creamy cilantro sauce, all stuffed inside warm corn tortillas. You can never go wrong with a good taco, some of my favorites include ground beef tacos , shrimp tacos , chicken ranch tacos and these fabulous pulled chicken tacos. It’s no secret that tacos are a favorite dinner in my house, my family will eat almost anything if it’s wrapped in a tortilla....

These soft pumpkin cookies bake up light and fluffy, and are topped with a decadent cream cheese frosting and colorful sprinkles. The perfect easy dessert for Thanksgiving or any other fall gathering. When pumpkin season comes around every year, I spend plenty of time in my kitchen baking up dessert recipes such as pumpkin gooey butter cake , pumpkin cupcakes , pumpkin chocolate chip bread , pumpkin pie cheesecake and these amazingly delicious pumpkin cookies....

This sauteed cabbage is coarsely chopped green cabbage cooked with butter, onions, garlic and fresh herbs . An easy and inexpensive side dish that pairs well with chicken, steak and pork. I always have a head of cabbage in my refrigerator for dishes such as tender roasted cabbage , hearty cabbage roll soup , and this super simple sauteed cabbage. I happen to love cabbage because it’s readily available year round, doesn’t cost much money and lasts in the fridge for a long time....

This Shrimp Creole recipe is tender shrimp cooked in a sauce of tomatoes, vegetables and seasonings, then served over white rice. A comfort food classic that is easy to prepare, yet elegant enough to serve to company. When I’m in the mood for New Orleans inspired cuisine, I turn to recipes such as hearty red beans and rice , flavor packed jambalaya , or this delicious Shrimp Creole. For a real seafood feast, serve your shrimp with a side of crab mac and cheese !...

These slow cooker black eyed peas are loaded with ham, sausage and veggies. The perfect crock pot meal to get your new year off to the right start! Ring in the new year the Southern way with these easy and delicious black eyed peas. They’re full of smoky meat and are absolutely amazing served over rice. Enjoy these peas with other Southern favorites like mustard greens and fried okra ....

These slow cooker ribs are pork baby back ribs coated in homemade spice blend and barbecue sauce, then cooked in the crock pot until tender. A simple yet satisfying dinner option that will earn you rave reviews! I love to order ribs at restaurants, but until recently I’ve been too intimidated to make them at home. These crock pot ribs are as easy as can be, serve them with mashed potatoes and roasted broccoli for a complete meal....

This taco soup is a hearty blend of ground beef, two types of beans, vegetables and seasonings, all simmered to perfection. An easy dinner option that’s kid friendly and quick to make! You can’t go wrong with a hot bowl of soup on a winter day. My family always requests New England clam chowder , beef barley soup , cabbage roll soup , stuffed pepper soup , and this zesty taco soup....

These bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers are creamy, spicy and loaded with cheese. The perfect party appetizer! I have to admit, I have a weakness for jalapeno poppers. As much as I love them, I’ve never made them at home, because I’m not a fan of deep frying in my own kitchen. These bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers are baked instead of fried, and let me say, they’re even better than the original!...

These bright pink cherry muffins are studded with maraschino cherries and topped with both a cherry glaze and a whole cherry. A fun and festive treat that’s perfect for parties, snack time or just for when you have a hankering for something sweet. If you’re a maraschino cherry fan, you will adore these cherry muffins. Each muffin is moist, tender and chock full of cherries! I find that people typically have a strong preference when it comes to maraschino cherries....

This chicken Pad Thai is rice noodles tossed with tofu, sliced chicken, veggies and egg, all in a savory sauce. A remake of the take out classic that tastes even better than what you’d get at a restaurant! I love to recreate some of my family’s favorite Thai dishes at home including Thai chicken curry , cucumber salad , Thai fried rice and this simple, yet totally satisfying chicken Pad Thai....

This decadent chocolate coconut cake recipe is topped with a creamy coconut marshmallow sauce and finished off with a layer of chocolate frosting. My husband’s absolute favorite cake! If you’re a chocolate lover, you’ll most definitely enjoy this cake. It’s loaded with different flavors and textures and is a unique addition to any celebration. Looking for more chocolate recipes? Try my brownie pizza and chocolate pudding cake . I started making this chocolate coconut cake years ago when I first learned to cook....

These chocolate spritz cookies are buttery cookies piped into decorative designs, then baked to perfection and topped with chocolate and sprinkles. A classic and beautiful holiday cookie that’s a welcome addition to any gathering! It’s not Christmas without spritz cookies . This version adds a healthy dose of chocolate and some festive sprinkles to make delightful little cookies that taste as good as they look. Spritz cookies are a holiday classic, but a lot of the time they look better than they actually taste....

This recipe for chopped Greek salad is a variety of fresh vegetables with chickpeas, creamy feta cheese and olives, all tossed in a Greek lemon and herb vinaigrette . A quick and easy main course or side dish! When I want a fresh salad with a lot of flavor I turn to my Italian salad , green bean salad , chopped salad with chicken or this chopped Greek salad. So let me just say – this chopped Greek salad, it’s my new favorite salad....

These cream cheese danish are a light and flaky pastry topped with a sweet cream cheese filling and fruit. An easy yet elegant breakfast option! I love a good cheese danish, it’s definitely one of my weaknesses when it comes to breakfast pastries! These cream cheese danishes are quick to make and taste so much better than the grocery store variety! I tend to be more of a savory breakfast person, but the one morning sweet I can’t resist is cream cheese danish....

This Dutch baby recipe is a giant puffed pancake baked in a skillet, then topped with fresh fruit and whipped cream. An easy and decadent brunch or breakfast option that’s perfect for feeding a crowd! Whenever I’m hosting a brunch, a serve a variety of sweet and savory options including lemon sour cream waffles , bacon and egg casserole , baked donuts , and this simple yet satisfying Dutch baby pancake....