They are a super fun, pop-in-your-mouth dairy treat that squeaks when you bite ‘em! But eat them quickly because these bites don’t last for long in my house! What are Cheese Curds? Cheese curds can be made from nearly any heavily milk-based cheese, but cheddar cheese curds are the most common! Cheese curds are “young” forms of cheese and are often packaged and sold as the by-products of regular cheese before it goes through the aging process....
Posted Dec 10, 2023, Updated Jun 23, 2024 White chocolate macadamia nut cookies are a classic cookie served in lunchrooms and at bakeries everywhere. This macadamia nut cookies recipe is even better than your favorite bakery! They’re rich, buttery & chewy with tons of white chocolate and macadamia pieces in every bite. Also try these white chocolate chip cookies & coconut chocolate chip cookies – yum! Plus, they’re easy to make with simple ingredients and no chilling!...
What Are the 8 Chinese Cuisines? For some people, Chinese food is just Chinese food, and they have a certain idea of what it is—perhaps what they’ve seen at their local restaurant, or what they get when they order takeout. However, in recent years, we’ve noticed that people are becoming more aware of the regionality of Chinese cuisine, and the variety. You may already know that Mapo Tofu is from Sichuan, or that Mao’s Braised Pork Belly is attributed to Hunan cuisine....
Drumsticks are seasoned and coated in our fave bbq sauce. They’re air fried until sticky on the outside with super moist and flavorful meat. Our Favorite Way to Cook Drumsticks While we love baked drumsticks, these are our new favorite! Drumsticks in the air fryer take way less time than the oven. They can be cooked with bbq sauce or just seasonings if you’d prefer. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these are quick and easy....
This is definitely my favorite way to cook eggs, the whites come out firm and the yolks are creamy. Best Boiled Eggs Once again the Air Fryer has proven itself to be an all-purpose kitchen appliance (find our favorite air fryer along with everything you need to know about air fryers here). Of course, these aren’t technically “boiled” since there is no water required but they do come out perfect every single time....
A cold collection of cheeses, meats, marinated veggies (like artichokes), and a variety of olives is just the thing for a relaxing night in! What is An Antipasto Platter? We love antipasto platters for their sheer simplicity but also their dramatic presentation. Plus, they are totally customizable! Oftentimes antipasto platters can be made with leftover foods and served with crackers, pita bread or crostini! The best antipasto platters are balanced in color, texture, and taste....
Pick some avocados up at the farmer’s market or local supermarket and get creative! Don’t let this easy dip get away from your table this summer, it has SO many uses, you can’t help but serve it all the time! Serve with a plate of loaded nachos and a side of Pico de Gallo for a fun meal! Healthy and Full of Flavor This is one of my favorite homemade dips!...
These oats are filled with healthy ingredients and take just minutes to blend. Top the oats with fresh bananas and a bit of butter to serve. Banana Bread Baked Oats There’s good reason baked oats are Tiktok famous. Easy to make and full of flavor. Quick and easy to assemble, bake, and serve. One dish for everyone in the morning is an energy saver! Protein and fiber-filled to keep everyone going all day!...
Posted Jul 21, 2023, Updated Feb 12, 2024 This BBQ chicken salad is one of my all-time favorite dinner recipes. It’s my choice when I’m craving a hearty, savory dinner that’s still healthy and satisfying. Made with fresh cornbread croutons and homemade ranch dressing, this bbq chicken salad is my version of comfort food! In this recipe, BBQ chicken (either grilled BBQ chicken or crockpot bbq chicken), is served on top of a bed of greens loaded with toasted corn, green onions, cilantro, croutons, avocado and more....
This is a great way to enjoy the bounty of fresh summer tomatoes and they’re perfect served as a side or even on toast as lunch! Broiled tomatoes need just a few ingredients and have heaps of flavor. Ingredients/Variations TOMATOES Fresh garden or farmer’s market tomatoes are great in this recipe but of course ripe supermarket tomatoes work too. The tomatoes should be ripe but still very slightly firm. TOPPING Herbs and fresh garlic are brushed for great flavor....
Posted Aug 16, 2023, Updated Mar 29, 2024 If you’re like us in the summertime and rely on your grill and garden to make most of your meals, then you will love this bruschetta chicken recipe! Chicken breasts are infused with flavor in a delicious marinade then grilled and topped with an easy & delicious homemade bruschetta. Serve it with some fresh mozzarella and toasty bread for a healthy & delicious main dish your whole family will love....
Honestly, I don’t know why I didn’t think of this sooner. While Chinese-style dumplings will always be my go-to choice, this kind of Americanized concoction is a welcome departure from the norm. I mean, Buffalo chicken potstickers? Why the heck not? This recipe is a snap to put together. The filling is very easy, and if you buy store bought dumpling wrappers, there isn’t much left to do but fold them up (you can use this vegetable dumpling recipe if you’d like to make the dumpling wrappers from scratch)....
Flaky tart shells are filled with a gooey butterscotch flavored filling and baked until golden! These little tarts are ready in less than 30 minutes. What is a Butter Tart? Canadian butter tarts are simple, rustic, and unforgettable! These little pastries are made by baking a buttery brown sugar filling in a light and flaky tart shell. The filling is somewhat similar to pecan pie filling but often with raisins or currants (you can make it with pecans too)....
Posted Oct 20, 2021, Updated Nov 11, 2024 During my last pregnancy I created so many easy dinner recipes that have become family favorites (like these Greek meatballs, homemade chicken nuggets, etc), and this butternut squash mac and cheese might be the best of them all. I took everything I love about our easy mac and cheese recipe and used it to create this butternut squash version. It is creamy, cheesy and has butternut squash blended in the sauce for added nutrition and flavor....
With this easy recipe risotto can grace your table any day of the week as a delicious side dish or meatless main dish. Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto We absolutely love this recipe because… risotto is easier to make than you might think roasted butternut squash adds a caramelized sweet flavor perfect for fall (or any time of year) while it does take some time, its easy to make in just a few steps you can add in your favorite veggies, herbs or cheeses to change it up...
Chase away the chills with this hearty casserole dinner that goes from the oven to the table in no time at all! Ham, potatoes, and peas are cooked in a creamy, cheesy sauce and then baked to bubbly perfection! What Goes with Ham & Potato Casserole? All the meat, veggies, and starch are in this delish one-dish, so serve a simple salad like this bright and tangy beet salad, or a classic wedge salad....
Well, while perusing Jamie Oliver’s Comfort Food: The Ultimate Weekend Cookbook, I found the perfect solution to our stew-related doldrums: Ghanaian Chicken Stew. We adjusted the recipe slightly per our personal preferences, leaving out okra (per Sarah’s taste, I personally think that okra would be an awesome addition). The addition of peanut butter to this chicken peanut stew may sound a bit strange to some, but it really adds a delightful savory edge to the tomato-y, paprika-y redness of this stew....
Note: this recipe was originally published in August 2017. We’ve updated it with clearer photos and instructions, metric measurements, and nutrition information. The recipe itself has not changed. Enjoy! A New Use for Zucchini It’s time to talk about a summer crop that’s you’re probably scratching your head over what to do with every year. We successfully germinated more zucchini seeds than we needed, and are unable to let perfectly good young plants go to waste, so we expect zucchini and summer squash to be bursting out of the garden later this summer....
A simple mixture of mayo and sour cream is combined with our favorite ranch inspired seasonings and chipotle peppers. What’s in Chipotle Ranch Dressing? BASE: Mayonnaise, sour cream, and milk give the dressing its rich and smooth base. You can swap out the sour cream for low carb Greek yogurt. SEASONINGS: Fresh lime juice and cilantro add a bright fresh flavor. I also like to add parsley, garlic, and onion powder....
Posted Dec 09, 2020, Updated Mar 16, 2024 Chocolate crinkle cookies are crispy on the outside, fudgy on the inside and coated in layer of powdered sugar reminiscent of freshly fallen snow – the perfect Christmas cookie for chocolate lovers. This chocolate crinkles recipe is easy to make and turns out perfectly every time! They are always quick to disappear from holiday cookie trays because of their deep chocolate flavor and brownie-like texture....
