Making blackened seasoning at home with ingredients right from the spice cabinet means you can control the heat and spice levels to your liking. What is Blackened Seasoning? Blackening seasoning is a savory combination of spices, dried herbs, salt and pepper that’s rubbed directly on meat (and blackened fish). The seasonings cook into the brown sugar, creating a sweet and savory coating that is absolutely next level delicious! Blackening seasoning also tastes good on roasted potatoes or mixed into mayo for a savory spread for burgers, wraps, and sandwiches!...

Boston Cream Pie is a perfect end to a perfect dinner. We love to serve this Boston Cream Pie cake after a dinner of pork tenderloin, crock pot scalloped potatoes, roasted carrots, and caprese salad! The Best Boston Cream Pie What is Boston Cream Pie? Boston Cream Pie is a classic and well-loved cake (yes, cake, not pie! we’ll touch on this more in a bit!), and everyone should have a good recipe up their sleeve....

Posted Oct 03, 2021, Updated Feb 22, 2024 Brookies are the ultimate dessert for the indecisive eater. Can’t choose between a chocolate chip cookie or fudgy brownie? Well now you don’t have to! Make this brookie recipe which is a heaven-sent mashup of the two dessert classics. I worked hard to create the best brookies recipe ever. A bar that is a 1:1 ratio of cookie : brownie, baked just enough to not be underdone but still retain it’s gooey, fudge factor....

The Buddha’s Delight versions you see outside of China (and even many restaurants within China) simply consist of a variety of common vegetables and maybe some tofu. Every place has its own spin on the dish, and you never know what you’ll get but trust me, this Buddhas delight is one of the most authentic Chinese recipes you will find and it’s actually falls into the easy Chinese recipes category as long as you find all of the ingredients....

Everyone’s favorite mac & cheese is turned up a notch with a special blend of cheeses, chicken, and a bit of buffalo sauce. Topped with a buttery bread crumb topping, adults & kids alike love this easy recipe! I am so excited to have partnered with Cabot Cheese to share this cheesy recipe with you! A Mac and Cheese You Need to Try! Easy enough for every day, but definitely a celebration-worthy dish!...

We’ll always be the first ones to promote the value of homemade over store-bought! But sometimes, time is just not on your side, and you need a shortcut. Sometimes, ya gotta cheat. Instead of roasting the chicken from scratch, you buy a rotisserie chicken. Rather than slave over tomato sauce, why be a stranger to the excellent jars of marinara available out there? And yes, sometimes, just as we reach for our familiar jars of store-bought bean pastes, chili sauces, and jarred pickled vegetables, we’ve found that using store-bought mapo tofu sauce is not actually as sacrilegious as you may think....

We have partnered with Betty Crocker to bring you an easy as pie weeknight dinner and dessert! First, a savory cheeseburger pot pie is rich and deliciously, followed by deliciously sweet cherry pie cupcakes. It is the perfect combination of savory and sweet! PIN it to your DINNER BOARD to save it for later! Follow Spend With Pennies on Pinterest for more great tips, ideas, and recipes! Pot Pie is just one of those comfort food recipes that makes any meal amazing… but between making & rolling crusts and making the filling, it’s always been more of a weekend dish for us....

This hamburger dip has brought a new addition to our appetizer recipe roster; it’s so cheesy, loaded with flavor and everyone goes crazy for it. I am so excited to have partnered with Cabot Cheese to bring you this easy hot cheese dip recipe. Cheesy Hamburger Dip I love a good juicy burger… and what better on a burger than a slice of cheddar cheese? If you’re looking for the best cheddar flavor, sharp is the way to go!...

This simple chop suey combines carrots, celery, and bean sprouts with tender bites of chicken for a budget-friendly favorite. It’s all tossed in the easiest ever sauce and served over rice or noodles! Making a stir fry is both easy and a great way to sneak in some veggies! I love the flavor of homemade sauces and being able to adjust the sweetness and ensure I can avoid preservatives and MSG!...

The pasta is coated in a rich and creamy white sauce that’s infused with the flavor of chicken and herbs. Also, the chicken is so tender and juicy, it’ll melt in your mouth. Craving more saucy and creamy recipes? You’re sure to enjoy my chicken spinach lasagna, chicken crepes, and paneer reshmi handi recipes! Best way to Boil Pasta How to make this recipe? Making this pasta is so easy!...

They’re my emergency meal source! With these on hand, I’m never more than 30 minutes away from a satisfying meal that’s also grab-and-go. I love to make my own steamed buns, because I get to decide which delicious fillings I’m going to make. Pleating Buns: Not Actually Required! People tend to shy away from making steamed buns from scratch because they’re daunted by the pleating and folding step. That does take practice, but you can also completely do away with the pleating by simply closing the top tight and turning the bun over....

Keep the ingredients for these chocolate coconut macaroons in your cupboard as your dessert emergency kit! No Bake Cookies without Peanut Butter While we’ve always called these cookies no-bake macaroons, but they go by other names too like Haystacks or even just chocolate coconut cookies. While we do make no bake cookies, this recipe is a bit different since there is no need for peanut butter (or flour). A Note on Oats Oats are one of those grains that are labeled so many different ways in the grocery store that it’s easy to get confused....

Posted Nov 03, 2023, Updated Feb 09, 2024 This chocolate whipped cream is the chocolate lover’s version of everyones favorite – homemade whipped cream. It’s easy to make using cocoa powder (not melted chocolate) and tastes amazing served alongside your favorite desserts. Use it in place of regular whipped cream on treats like hot chocolate, chocolate pudding pie, chocolate crepes, homemade chocolate pudding, no bake chocolate cheesecake, etc. etc....

This Chocolate Zucchini Bread recipe is packed with rich chocolatey flavor with lots of goodness from zucchini and applesauce. It’s great for breakfast or a quick and tasty snack. Ingredients for Chocolate Zucchini Bread Zucchini: If using small to medium zucchini, there is no need to peel them. If using large garden zucchini, peel the skin if it is tough and scrape out the seeds if needed. Garden zucchini can vary in how much moisture it has....

Christmas M&M Cookies are so easy to make, with a simple dough that requires no chilling so you can enjoy these cookies in 30 minutes or less! It’s that time of year where I feel like we are doing nothing but baking cookies, and I just don’t hate it! But since it can be such a crazy time of year, I love making large batches of cookies that are also easily frozen....

Cola Chicken is not only easy to prepare dinner, it’s a delicious twist on everyday chicken! This is the perfect recipe for chicken thighs or wings! The cola in the sauce not only adds great flavor, it also helps tenderize the chicken making this dish extra tasty. Once thickened, this sauce is awesome served over rice with a side of steamed veggies! Items you’ll need for this recipe Chicken * Coca Cola * Skillet * Here are a few more recipes you’ll love Cripsy Chicken Thighs * Bourbon Chicken in the Crockpot * Stuffed Chicken Thighs * © SpendWithPennies....

This member of the cabbage family has an earthy flavor and a meaty, tender texture unlike any other cooked green you’ve had before. It’s the perfect side dish! I absolutely love greens of any sort from Creamed Spinach to this easy collard greens recipe! On a recent trip to GA, I visited Paula Deen’s restaurant and was in heaven with a plate full of fried chicken, mac and cheese, cheesy grits and tender greens!...

Bring the BBQ inside and oven-bake a rack of tender and juicy pork ribs infused with savory spices and slathered with BBQ sauce. Ingredients For Country Style Ribs Ribs: Country-style ribs come from the pork shoulder (and aren’t actually ribs). They generally don’t have bones, but a portion of the shoulder blade might be attached at the top. Rib Rub: This rib rub blends brown sugar with herbs and species you likely have on hand for lots of flavor....

If you are looking for another delicious way to enjoy the taste of pumpkin pie, this pumpkin pie crescents recipe is it! And to make it even better, this dessert can be made in 20 minutes and requires so little prep work. The family won’t have to wait long for those delicious comforting fall flavors! Pumpkin Pie Crescents The easy crust for these pumpkin pie crescents is made with pre-made Pillsbury dough....

Posted Apr 26, 2020, Updated Sep 30, 2024 I never, ever have trouble getting my kids to eat dinner when tacos are on the menu! These slow cooker chicken tacos are a healthy recipe that is easy to prepare, and can be served many different ways. Seriously, this Mexican shredded chicken only takes 5 minutes to prepare. It’s delicious served in tortillas, over Mexican rice or cilantro lime rice, or on top of a salad, or with your favorite Mexican Recipes!...