This recipe for chile colorado is a traditional Mexican dish made with tender beef that’s been slow cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce. It’s the perfect filling for burritos, enchiladas and tacos! Mexican beef in red sauce is one of my favorite things to order at restaurants, but it’s actually quite easy to make at home! Serve it with pinto beans and pico de gallo for the ultimate meal. I love Mexican food....
These chocolate truffles are made with a dark chocolate ganache that’s shaped into balls and rolled in an assortment of toppings. Homemade truffles are easy to prepare and make for a super impressive dessert option for any event. When I need to satisfy a chocolate craving, I whip up a batch of Nutella cookies , chocolate covered strawberries , or these decadent chocolate truffles. You can never go wrong with homemade candy!...
This recipe for cornflake chicken is strips of chicken breast coated in seasoned crushed cornflakes and baked to crispy perfection. These chicken fingers are easy to make and are a big hit with both kids and adults! When I’m looking for a dinner option I know my family will happily eat, I turn to slow cooker whole chicken , spaghetti and meatballs , and this easy cornflake chicken. When I was growing up, one of my favorite meals that my mom used to make was cornflake chicken....
This cranberry bread is a sweet and tender quick bread loaded with fresh cranberries and topped with a tangy orange glaze . Cranberry bread is perfect for dessert, an after school snack, or served with a cup of tea. I love a good quick bread – pumpkin chocolate chip bread and blueberry banana bread are some of our all time favorites. This sweet and tart cranberry bread is the perfect treat during the winter months when fresh cranberries are in season!...
This creamed corn recipe consists of corn kernels simmered in cream sauce, then topped with crispy bacon and fresh herbs. A classic side dish that’s easy enough to make on a busy weeknight, yet elegant enough to serve for a holiday meal. When I’m entertaining for Thanksgiving, I often make a variety of delicious and festive side dish recipes such as crispy brussels sprouts , cranberry salad , bacon wrapped asparagus , candied carrots , sweet potato casserole with marshmallows , and of course, creamed corn....
This fried pickles recipe delivers pickles coated in a seasoned beer batter and deep fried until crispy and golden brown . A unique and unexpected appetizer option that’s sure to get rave reviews! In my opinion, you can never go wrong when it comes to pickles. I’ve been known to enjoy dill pickle dip , bacon wrapped pickles , and these irresistible deep fried pickles. Whenever I go to a restaurant, I look for fried pickles on the appetizer menu....
These gooey butter cookies are a handheld version of the famous cake. They’re soft, gooey and totally irresistible ! Roll them in sprinkles for a fun and festive look. I make gooey butter cookies, along with stained glass cookies , Grinch cookies and peppermint bark cookies , every year around the holidays. They’re great for cookie exchanges and take just minutes to put together. You can’t stop at just one cookie!...
This Greek tortellini salad is a mix of cheese tortellini, cucumbers, olives, tomatoes and feta cheese, all tossed in a garlic and herb dressing. The perfect summer side dish or meatless main course! I love hearty salad recipes , especially in the warmer weather months. Some of my favorite salads for entertaining include orzo salad , pesto pasta salad and this fresh and colorful tortellini salad. Pasta salad is a versatile side dish or main course that’s perfect for picnics, gatherings and potlucks....
This grilled pineapple is sliced fresh pineapple brushed with brown sugar, butter and cinnamon, then grilled to perfection . An easy side dish or dessert option that’s perfect for summer entertaining! When I’m looking for a lighter way to indulge my sweet tooth, I turn to favorites such as fruit kabobs , apple nachos and this simple, yet totally satisfying grilled pineapple. I love to grill in the summer. While my family enjoys grilled savory dishes like grilled chicken breast , grilled mushrooms , grilled shrimp and grilled asparagus , my kids also want something sweet on the grill....
This is a complete guide on how to brine a turkey to get the most tender and flavorful bird each and every time. No holiday is complete without a turkey, and brining is the best method to ensure rave reviews ! Even novice cooks can prepare an elegant and delicious meal when following my guides for how to cook a turkey , how to cook a ham , and how to brine a turkey....
This King Ranch chicken is a casserole made with layers of corn tortillas, creamy chicken, vegetables and cheese, all baked to bubbly perfection. An easy dinner option that’s perfect for feeding a crowd! There’s nothing better than a comfort food casserole, my family always requests chicken and rice casserole, beef noodle casserole and this zesty King Ranch chicken. This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken! You can never go wrong with a cheesy casserole, am I right?...
This Mediterranean couscous salad is pearl couscous with vegetables and feta cheese, all tossed in a homemade dressing. A quick and easy side dish that’s fresh, colorful and always gets rave reviews. When I’m looking for the perfect salad to bring to a party or potluck, I turn to favorites such as zesty cucumber tomato salad , protein packed black bean salad , and this Greek inspired couscous salad. Sometimes I want a big salad that’s not just made with lettuce....
These homemade peanut butter eggs are a copycat recipe that taste even better than the Reese’s eggs you buy at the store ! Delight the peanut butter cup lovers in your life with these decadent and delicious peanut butter Easter eggs. They’re so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought. Serve your candy eggs with mini egg cookies or birds nest cookies for a sweet and festive end to your holiday meal....
This pineapple chicken is a stir fry of chicken, pineapple and vegetables all tossed in a sweet and savory sauce. Serve this Chinese style pineapple chicken over rice for an easy dinner that everyone will love! In the mood for something tropical for dinner? Try some pineapple chicken with sauteed chicken thighs, chunks of fresh pineapple and crisp red bell peppers. Add some sides and appetizers like veggie fried rice , Asian slaw or cream cheese wontons for a memorable meal....
This recipe for pineapple fried rice is loaded with chicken, bacon, crunchy veggies and juicy pineapple. A simple and easy main course or side dish that’s MUCH better than take out! Fried rice with pineapple is one of my family’s favorite dinners. They love the assortment of flavors and textures, and I love how easy it is to make! Our schedule seems to get busier every week, and more than ever, fast and easy dinners are an absolute must in my house....
This recipe for roasted figs is fresh figs cut in half, then dredged in sugar and sweet spices and cooked to caramelized perfection. The absolute best way to enjoy figs! When figs are in season, I use them to make recipes such as spinach fig salad , and these easy and delicious roasted figs. Fresh figs are one of my all time favorite fruits, and they’re especially unique because they have such a short season....
This scalloped corn casserole is creamy, cheesy and made with plenty of corn and crushed crackers . A delicious side dish that’s easy enough for an everyday dinner yet decadent enough to serve for a holiday meal. I happen to love corn dishes, I often make corn pudding , corn casserole or scalloped corn casserole when I’m looking for a quick and easy side that I know the whole family will enjoy....
This stir fry sauce recipe is the perfect blend of savory flavors that complements meat, chicken and vegetable stir fries. Homemade stir fry sauce tastes so much better than what you’d get at the grocery store! I like to make my own sauces whenever possible. I can control the ingredients that go into my food, and I find that the flavor is superior to store bought sauces and condiments. Some of my favorites include homemade BBQ sauce , steak sauce , teriyaki sauce and this easy stir fry sauce....
This recipe for stuffed poblano peppers is tender pasilla chiles filled with a mixture of ground beef, rice, black beans and vegetables, then topped with cheese and baked. A hearty Mexican style meal that’s sure to get rave reviews ! We love Mexican food recipes , and some of my family’s favorites include tacos al pastor and chicken enchilada casserole . When I’m looking to mix things up a bit, I serve these stuffed poblano peppers for a unique and unexpected dinner with tons of flavor....
This tofu stir fry is cubes of crispy tofu with colorful vegetables in a honey garlic sauce. The perfect meatless main course that’s packed with protein and nutrients! I find myself making stir fry almost every week, I often turn to pepper steak stir fry or chicken and broccoli stir fry . When I’m looking for a meat free alternative, I turn to this amazingly delicious tofu stir fry – you won’t miss the meat, I promise!...
