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The most fabulous and impressive Christmas cupcake recipes , with everything from snowflake cupcakes to pecan pie and sugar plum fairy cupcakes! Make your Christmas merry and bright with these fabulous cupcakes that will turn heads and earn applause! Christmas is around the corner and your “to-do” list is growing faster than weeds after a summer rain. I get it. Holidays are always a chaotic time. You are planning the perfect Christmas appetizers and you need all the Pinterest recipes for it to make it a memorable holiday meal....

This antipasto platter is a combination of Italian meats, cheeses, vegetables and breads, all arranged to create a fabulous appetizer display . The perfect showpiece for any gathering, and it takes just minutes to put together! When I’m entertaining, I like to put out a variety of snack options including mini pizzas , little smokies and this impressive looking antipasto tray. The best part about this platter is that it feeds a large crowd and can be customized to your tastes!...

These beef lettuce wraps contain ground beef and plenty of veggies, cooked in a savory sauce and served in crisp butter lettuce leaves. A restaurant style recipe that’s super easy to make! If you love the traditional chicken lettuce wraps , you’ll love this beefy version! Serve your beef wraps with other Asian food recipes such as bang bang shrimp and veggie fried rice for a complete meal. Everyone knows about PF Chang’s famous chicken lettuce wraps, but sometimes I like to mix things up a bit and use a different type of protein....

This recipe for breakfast sundaes is waffle cone cups layered with fresh fruit, Cheerios™ cereal and yogurt, then finished off with an array of fun toppings. A great way to make breakfast special! I love quick and easy breakfast options, some of my favorites include baked oatmeal cups , breakfast burritos and these adorable breakfast sundaes. We have definitely been enjoying summer so far – lots of time in the pool, at the park, we went to the zoo this week, and plenty of time has been spent just hanging out....

These chicken fajita foil packets are filled with cheesy Mexican spiced chicken, black beans, peppers and onions. Throw them on the grill or in the oven to cook, then add your favorite fajita toppings and serve with tortillas! Chicken fajita foil packets are the easiest way to have a complete fajita meal. If you have some guests or you want more Mexican flavor you can also serve Mexican coleslaw or restaurant style Mexican rice ....

This chicken lo mein is sauteed chicken and vegetables tossed with egg noodles in a savory sauce. A remake of the take out favorite that tastes even better than the restaurant version! I love to make our favorite Chinese food dishes at home including crab rangoon , fried rice and this easy and delicious lo mein. Whenever we order from our local Chinese restaurant, my family requests chicken lo mein. I decided it was time to learn to make it at home, and it’s actually quite easy to make!...

These chocolate pumpkin cheesecake muffins are a rich chocolate muffin with a surprise chocolate chip pumpkin cheesecake center. A pumpkin lover and chocoholic’s delight! Pumpkin cheesecake is great on its own, but when you stuff it inside a chocolate muffin it’s even more delicious! There’s just something magical about the combination of chocolate and pumpkin, and these muffins are the best of all worlds. The tender muffins are filled with pumpkin cheesecake and chocolate chips for a super unique dessert option....

This crack chicken is creamy ranch flavored chicken that’s cooked in the crock pot until tender. A super easy slow cooker recipe that only contains 3 ingredients. I make a lot of slow cooker dinners like apricot chicken , beef stroganoff and sloppy joes , but this crack chicken has to be one of our all time favorites. It takes just 5 minutes of prep time and the recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a crowd....

This Instant Pot whole chicken is coated in butter, herbs and spices, then pressure cooked to tender and juicy perfection. The easiest way to make a whole chicken with perfect results every time! When I’m short on time but need to get dinner on the table, I turn to Instant Pot recipes including Instant Pot chili , Instant Pot beef stew and this simple, yet satisfying Instant Pot roasted chicken....

This recipe for lemon waffles made with sour cream are light and fluffy with the perfect amount of tang. Serve these waffles with maple syrup or lemon curd for the perfect weekend breakfast! Breakfast will never be the same with these bright flavored lemon waffles. I often make a double batch and freeze the leftovers! Meyer lemons grow very well here in Northern California and my parents have a tree that produces hundreds of lemons a year....

This recipe for Mexican Caesar salad is crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy cilantro dressing, then finished off with a variety of fun toppings. It’s Caesar salad in a whole new way that might be even better than the original! Remember how last week I was raving about that chopped greek salad I made? This Mexican Caesar salad is just as amazing (if not better!). Clearly it’s not a Caesar salad in the traditional sense, but a lot of the same elements are there – romaine lettuce, creamy dressing, shaved cheese and here we’ve got tortilla strips in lieu of croutons....

This Olive Garden salad recipe is a copycat of the restaurant favorite with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, onion and croutons, all tossed with a creamy Italian dressing. Serve this salad as a hearty side dish , or add some grilled chicken to make it a meal! Whenever I go to Olive Garden, I order their Zuppa Toscana , minestrone soup , chicken scampi and of course have a generous helping of their famous salad....

This recipe for Oreo balls is Oreo cookie filled truffles dipped in chocolate, then decorated in a variety of sprinkles . Oreo balls are perfect for gift giving around the holidays and also make great party favors. I love to pass out treats to friends and family during the holidays. Some of my greatest hits dessert recipes are Christmas crack , chocolate covered cherries , crock pot candy and peppermint patties ....

This pasta e fagioli is a hearty soup made with ground beef, pasta, vegetables and beans, all simmered together in a rich tomato broth. An easy dinner option that the whole family is sure to love! We eat soup at least once a week at my house, it’s easy to make, filling and kid friendly. Some of our favorites include white chicken chili , Olive Garden minestrone soup , slow cooker chicken tortellini soup , and this colorful pasta e fagioli....

These pink cupcakes are light and fluffy pink velvet cake topped with a swirl of homemade cream cheese frosting and sprinkles. An easy and elegant dessert that’s perfect for parties! When I’m looking to impress, I turn to dessert recipes like black forest cupcakes , Nutella cake , red velvet brownies and these beautiful pink velvet cupcakes. Sometimes you just need a fun burst of color to turn a regular cupcake into a fun and festive treat!...

This seared ahi tuna recipe is sashimi grade fish coated in sesame seeds, then briefly cooked to tender and flavorful perfection. Add a drizzle of sauce and some fresh herbs for a light and delicious dinner option. When I’m in the mood for some fresh seafood, I turn to favorites such as grilled tilapia , seafood pasta , bacon wrapped scallops and this simple yet satisfying seared ahi tuna. I happen to love fresh fish, especially when seared ahi tuna is on the menu....

This smoked chicken breast is boneless skinless chicken that’s coated in a homemade BBQ seasoning, smoked to tender and juicy perfection , then brushed with BBQ sauce. The best chicken breasts you’ll ever eat! Once you try cooking chicken breasts in a smoker, you’ll never want to eat chicken any other way. Serve your smoked chicken with sauteed mushrooms and onions , glazed carrots and baked potato wedges for a complete meal....

These seared steak bites are cubes of sirloin steak cooked to perfection in a garlic butter sauce . An easy meal or party snack that’s ready in just minutes! If you’ve got meat lovers in your life, you HAVE to try these garlic butter steak bites. They’re amazing simply eaten out of the pan with toothpicks, or serve them over sour cream mashed potatoes or mashed red potatoes for a hearty dinner option....

This stovetop mac and cheese is a one pot dish of tender macaroni simmered in an ultra creamy sauce with two types of cheese. The best macaroni and cheese recipe of all time! After you try this homemade one pot mac and cheese, you’ll never turn to the boxed version again. Serve your mac and cheese with roasted broccoli or glazed carrots for a complete meal. There’s nothing better than homemade mac and cheese, and there are so many different ways to prepare it....

This tri tip marinade is a blend of olive oil, herbs and spices that produces a tender and juicy tri tip roast every time. You can also use this flavorful marinade for other types of beef, chicken, pork and even seafood! A good marinade really adds a lot of flavor to any cut of meat or fish. I always make marinated salmon , pork tenderloin marinade , and of course beef tri tip marinade....