Italian sausage fits into so many fabulous recipes, such as sausage and peppers, sausage and pasta, or sausage hoagies with mounds of caramelized onion. Minestrone soup with Italian sausage cut into rounds is practically a feast all on its own. And it’s all made possible by proper preparation of the sausage. What is Italian Sausage? Italian sausage is made from seasoned ground pork stuffed into casing shells to produce links about 6 inches long....

It is one of the easiest, sweetest ways to enjoy all kinds of delicious foods! Sprinkle a little sweetness on a piece of toast, or roll up a tortilla with butter. An Easy Blend Skip the store-bought version, homemade easy and much cheaper to make. You can change the recipe and use more or less sugar or cinnamon (or even a powdered sweetener if you prefer). Make a double batch because cinnamon sugar has SO many delicious uses!...

How to Store & Sharpen Knives Pin it to SAVE IT and SHARE IT! Follow Spend With Pennies on Pinterest for more great tips, ideas and recipes! Add your own great tips in the comments below! More great tips here Tips to Store & Sharpen Knives Dull knives are a pain to cook with and dangerous. You are much more likely to cut yourself with a dull knife than sharp one so, it is important to keep them sharp....

Just a few simple ingredients (and fresh or frozen chicken) are tossed into your electric pressure cooker, push a button and voila, dinner is ready! You can barely prepare all of the toppings in the time it takes to make perfect Instant Pot Chicken breasts! ©SpendWithPennies.com Pin it to your DINNER BOARD to SAVE it for later! Follow Spend With Pennies on Pinterest for more great tips, ideas and recipes!...

Honestly, I’m not quite sure. All I know is that I don’t want to imagine a world without it anymore. I’m talking about the Instant Pot. That countertop appliance that may look like a glorified cooking pot, but is so much more than that. Before purchasing my first Instant Pot back in 2022, I never quite understood the hype myself. But once I got my hands on one, I was converted within days....

In this recipe, pork tenderloin is seasoned, browned, and cooked in an Instant Pot until tender and juicy. The juices are made into a quick savory white wine sauce while the tenderloin rests. Pork tenderloin is lean, healthy, delicious, and best of all, quick to make! Cooking Pork Tenderloin in an Instant Pot Pork tenderloin and pork loin are not the same things. Pork tenderloin is a very lean piece of meat that is long and thin, it’s about 2″ in diameter and each tenderloin will weigh about 1lb....

I love a good cheese fondue. Partly because fondue is delicious, partly because it’s cheese and did I mention cheese? But there’s another reason I love fondue… which is the time spent having a fondue. You see, fondue isn’t something you whip up on a weeknight before rushing off to practice (although this stovetop version is quick enough that you certainly could). Fondue is an event, you invite your friends over, pour some wine, gather around a table and sit and chat and snack for hours....

Roasted vegetables are simmered with kielbasa, fresh herbs, and pasta in a savory broth. This belly-warming soup is so easy to make and my whole family loves it. Don’t forget the crusty bread for dipping! Crazy for Kielbasa Soup Thick and flavorful, kielbasa soup is as delicious as it is comforting. Serve it warm with crusty bread for a great meal!Roasting vegetables deepens their flavor and chars the skins, making them smoky and sweet....

Since we published this recipe in March 2014, it has garnered many 5-star reviews from readers! As of June 2019 , we’ve re-tested and updated the recipe with new photos, clearer instructions, a recipe video, and nutrition info. What is Mapo Tofu? Mapo Tofu is a popular Chinese dish from Sichuan Province, where spicy food is king and the signature spice of the region––the Sichuan Peppercorn––gives dishes a unique “numbing” effect....

This hot submarine style sandwich – it’s meaty, saucy and cheesy! Perfect for lunch, dinner or to serve at your next game day party! Meatball Subs for a Crowd Lightly toasted garlic submarine buns are filled with homemade meatballs covered in a rich tomato sauce or marinara sauce then topped with loads of mozzarella cheese and broiled till hot and bubbly! When I make homemade meatballs, I make a batch or two ahead of time and keep them in the freezer for recipes just like this one....

These will quell that mid-afternoon monster craving and they are sweet, delicious, and loaded with nutrients — yet taste like a treat! Energy balls are so quick and easy to make. No baking required. The peanut butter in this recipe is rich in protein and the oats are a healthy addition. M&Ms and chocolate chips add a little decadence. These are ideal for a quick afternoon pick me up, just tuck one into a lunchbox or briefcase!...

This patty melt recipe combines the best of a grilled cheese sandwich and burger, topped with caramelized onions and Swiss cheese for a diner classic at home. A patty melt is different from a good ol’ cheeseburger as the beef patty is topped with caramelized onions between two slices of bread. It’s cooked ‘grilled-cheese-style’ for a perfect bite. What You’ll Need to Make a Patty Melt Ground Beef: Use an 80/20 blend of ground beef; it has enough fat to make the burger patties juicy without being too fatty....

Crescent Rolls make these little bundles almost effortless. Fill them with cheese and pepperoni (or your favorite pizza toppings) and bake. A Quick Snack We love to pizza-ize anything from waffles to pasta salad to casseroles! This recipe tops the list. It needs just a few ingredients Toppings (or fillings!) can be adjusted based on your tastes The recipe comes together quickly Each crescent roll comes out tender, flaky, and packed with cheesy pizza goodness...

This recipe is not only easy to make, but it also uses simple ingredients with heaps of flavor! Simply mix the filling, wrap them up, pan-fry and enjoy! Homemade Dumplings are Easy! Dumplings can seem intimidating but they aren’t difficult to make. I admit they do take a bit of time to make (like wonton soup or any kind of filled dumpling really) but following the steps below anyone can do it!...

In this recipe, leeks are softened in butter and then cooked with potatoes, chicken broth, and seasoning to create a silky delicious soup. A splash of cream is added to finish before blending. The result is a dish that can be enjoyed any time of the year! A Silky Leek Soup Recipe This creamy potato leek soup is a simple creamy classic for good reason! Leeks have a mild and sweet onion flavor....

Posted Sep 18, 2021, Updated Jun 23, 2024 As the summer fades into fall I begin to crave fall desserts like pumpkin pie, pumpkin cake, pumpkin cookies, etc. However, I am a chocolate lover through and through – so I created these Pumpkin Brownies as a way to satisfy my need for all things pumpkin without forsaking my first love – chocolate (these caramel brownies and Nutella brownies are also must-make recipes)!...

Posted Oct 07, 2022, Updated Oct 20, 2024 Fall is my favorite season, and one reason is because we get to bake and enjoy so many pumpkin recipes – like these pumpkin oatmeal cookies. They are easy to make with simple ingredients and are irresistibly delicious. Pumpkin puree, homemade pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon chips make these pumpkin oatmeal cookies stand out from the rest. Plus, they are chewy in the center and crispy on the outside like a good cookie should be (not cakey)!...

Posted Oct 11, 2024 This pumpkin pasta is a hearty & delicious meal that is simple to make in less than 30 minutes. The rich and flavorful pumpkin pasta sauce is made with canned pumpkin so it’s extra easy and contains all the added nutrients and fiber pumpkin has to offer. Pumpkin pasta sauce tastes great on any variety of pasta. You can serve it with some homemade meatballs or chicken meatballs for extra protein, too....

It’s also a great way to cook chicken if you happen to have some chicken thighs in the freezer. I’ll show you how to braise them to a sticky, dark red perfection, with new additions of ginger and scallion—which are both great flavor companions for chicken. The best part is, this recipe is actually faster to make than our red braised pork belly, because I used boneless skinless chicken thighs....

This easy breakfast strata recipe starts with chunks of bread loaded with sausage and cheddar cheese. An easy egg mixture is poured overtop to soak into the bread before baking until golden. The best part? Just like our fave breakfast casserole recipe, this can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning! What is a Breakfast Strata? Perfect for brunch or Christmas morning breakfast, a strata is best made ahead of time!...