Posted Jun 13, 2022, Updated Feb 17, 2024 One summer, my friend brought me a piece of a peach cheesecake. It was so delicious that I knew I had to create my own recipe! So here it is – truly the best peach cheesecake you’ll ever make or eat! This recipe is best when made with fresh summer peaches from your local farmer’s market (which we always purchase cases of every year), but it can also be made with frozen and thawed peaches....

Chocolate & Peanut Butter: A Dynamic Duo Is there even a better flavor combination than chocolate and peanut butter? I’m not sure that there is, and any recipe that combines these two flavors is a winner in my book. So, it probably won’t surprise you that these peanut butter chocolate chip cookie bars are among my latest baking obsessions. Recently I’ve been going through peanut butter like mad (fortunately I’d stocked up on jars over the holidays when I made dozens and dozens of peanut butter blossoms and a pan of peanut butter lasagna!...

This yummy twist on a classic Reuben is a match made in heaven! For those who are “in the know” about the wonders of a good Reuben sandwich, this recipe is sure to end up at the front of the line. This combo is perfection in everything from a Reuben casserole, Reuben pizza or pasta salad! What is a Reuben Roll Up? What exactly are Reuben Rolls, anyway? A bundled version of a reuben slider, it’s just what it sounds like – reuben sandwich ingredients rolled in crescent dough and baked until golden!...

I love yellow squash in this recipe but you can use zucchini, patty pans, and even crookneck squash if they’re still popping up in your supermarket. An Easy Side Dish This recipe brings out the very best flavors with just a few ingredients and even fewer steps! Squash takes just minutes to roast and has great flavor. The simple crispy coating clings to each piece adding flavor and crunch!...

Low-carb and low-calorie zucchini squash rounds are sautéed in garlic butter and basil and ready in minutes! What You’ll Need For Sauteed Zucchini Zucchini: Look for firm, waxy zucchini without any soft spots or blemishes. Mix it up and add some yellow squash for color. If using extra large zucchini, slice in half and scoop out the tough seeds before slicing into half moons. Extra large zucchini can sometimes have tough skin, so it can also be peeled if you’d like....

In China, Northerners like it plain (白粥), but Southerners like plenty of additional flavor. Some of our family’s favorites (mostly from Bill’s Cantonese side of the family) are Pork with Thousand Year Old Egg Congee (皮蛋廋肉粥), Fish Fillet Congee (鱼片粥), and Pork Bone Congee, to name a few. We even make congee with Thanksgiving leftovers! For most of my life, congee has been considered a light meal and a simple breakfast choice....

It’s also delicious! Like tofu, it comes in many forms and absorbs whatever flavors you add to it. In this article, we’ll talk about different Chinese wheat gluten-based ingredients, how to use them, and our favorite recipes for them. What is Seitan? Seitan, as it is most often called in the West, is the Japanese term for this ingredient. In Chinese, it is called miànjīn (面筋), which translates roughly to “flour tendon” or “dough tendon....

In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about what it is, how it’s used, what to buy, and how to store it. What Is Shacha Sauce? Shacha Sauce (shāchá jiàng, 沙茶酱) is a Chinese condiment made from oil, garlic, shallots, chilies, and seafood (usually brill fish and dried shrimp). It has an intensely savory, mildly seafood-y flavor. The name 沙茶酱 translates to “sand tea sauce.” Unsure how it got this name, but as we already mentioned, it is usually described in English as, “Chinese BBQ sauce....

This shrimp Alfredo recipe has fettuccine noodles tossed in a homemade Alfredo sauce with tender, buttery garlic shrimp and it’s on the table in about 30 minutes. What You’ll Need To Make Shrimp Alfredo Shrimp: Use medium (41-50) or large (31-40) whole shrimp for this recipe. Buying peeled and deveined with the tail off saves time. You can choose tail on or off—tail off is easier to eat, but I love the presentation of tail on....

This easy recipe comes together in one big stockpot filled with creamy potatoes, sweet corn, zesty sausage, and jumbo shrimp perfectly seasoned with Old Bay! What is a Shrimp Boil? Also known as a Southern Boil, shrimp boils dump everything onto a newspaper-lined table so everyone can dig in! This version uses a large serving platter or tray. Since the protein and veggies are cooked in one pot, everything gets infused with robust Cajun flavor....

Every time we went to that restaurant, we ordered this dish called “Three Pepper Chicken.” The three peppers = 1) Long hot peppers 2) dried red chilis and 3) Sichuan numbing peppercorns, are stir fried with crispy wok fried chicken in a spicy red chili oil and caramelized bits of garlic. If you prefer your three pepper chicken dish a little less spicy, you can substitute some bell pepper for the spicy long hot peppers....

It isn’t humble by any means; a Biryani is pompous, showy and majestic, with its pop of colour, its many layers, its distinct, sharp flavour and its vast array of spices, some of which only leave the spice cabinet when it’s ’time to cook Biryani’. Unlike it’s more mature and subtle brother, Pilau, a Biryani is loud, fiery and fierce. A Biryani is nothing to be taken lightly. It’s a lengthy process, but oh so worth it in the end!...

This makes the perfect easy weeknight meal served alongside Garlic Ranch Mashed Potatoes and our favorite Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole! Your whole family is going to love this easy slow cooker whole chicken & gravy! ©SpendWithPennies.com If you’ve never cooked a whole chicken in the slow cooker before, you are going to LOVE this recipe! I wish I could tell you in words how amazing this chicken is! It’s literally minutes of prep for a meal that tastes like you’ve been slaving in the kitchen all day long!...

In this version, layers of angel food cake, fresh berries, and a creamy no-bake cheesecake filling make a dessert just as pretty as it is delicious! We love that it’s made ahead of time so it’s perfect for any party or potluck! Ingredients in Strawberry Trifle Trifle is a traditional British treat, sponge cake soaked in liquor, layered with fruit, chocolate, jello, custard pudding, or whatever your heart desires. This recipe is a cousin to its boozier relative from across the pond....

We’ve loaded it up with extra veggies and created a quick homemade sweet and sour sauce with the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Serve this easy pork stir fry over rice for the perfect meal! A Homemade Favorite Making this easy dish is great since you can add extra veggies and cook them to tender crisp. We love peppers but of course add in your favorites. Of course sweet and sour pork has a sweet sauce but this homemade version has just the right amount and is perfectly balanced with a splash of vinegar and lots of flavor from fresh ginger and garlic....

This cream cheese ball recipe builds on flavors from classic tacos to kick up the flavor and have everyone coming back for more! What Is a Cheese Ball? A cheese ball is a simple appetizer recipe made with a base of cream cheese and shredded cheese. Seasoning is added to flavor the cheese. Sometimes other things like peppers or pineapple or bacon are added to the mix. And finally, the ball is rolled in a crust....

Tater tots are layered with bacon, onions, bell peppers, & whisked eggs, and then topped with melty cheese. Refrigerate overnight and simply bake & enjoy in the morning. I love a breakfast casserole recipe where the prep is done ahead of time for holidays, weekends, or even for breakfast for dinner! Tater Tots for Breakfast This delicious breakfast casserole recipe uses tater tots instead of traditional hashbrowns. It’s the perfect dish to cook for a crowd and can be prepared ahead of time for convenience....

Have I gone to the beach? [not yet.. :( ] Did I go camping/hiking/fishing? [check! see my post here!] Have I had enough BBQ/grilled foods to last me through fall and winter? [burgers? lamb skewers? check, check!] What about watermelon? Corn? Cherries? [chuh-yeck! cherry hand pies, anyone? Ok, so I didn’t actually eat these, but I did with my eyes!] Have I eaten a grilled hot dog from our home butcher shop?...

We have two versions: the Thai Tea Mix version that tastes exactly like what you get at a Thai restaurant, and an all-natural version (that doesn’t include the food coloring common in Thai tea mixes). A Must-Order at Thai Restaurants Anytime Justin and I go to a Thai restaurant, he HAS to order a Thai iced tea. It’s just like whenever we go to a Vietnamese restaurant, he has to get a Vietnamese coffee....

In this coleslaw recipe, crisp and colorful shredded cabbage is tossed in a very simple creamy dressing with a hint of sweetness. With some cabbage (or coleslaw mix) and a few basic ingredients, this will be a go-to side dish for almost any occasion. A Classic Coleslaw Recipe This is the best coleslaw recipe, perfect for parties and summer potlucks and it is so simple to make. You need just a few ingredients, most of which you likely have on hand....