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Posted Nov 18, 2018, Updated Sep 13, 2024 Whenever I need to make a special breakfast, I always turn to this homemade cinnamon roll recipe. Christmas morning, birthdays, you name it, my family requests that we begin our celebrations with these gooey cinnamon rolls. This particular cinnamon roll recipe is a step above the rest. With a few special ingredients and an easy-to-follow method, you can make the best cinnamon rolls you’ve ever eaten, in the comfort of your own home....

Posted Jul 19, 2020, Updated Aug 16, 2024 Is there anything more classic than vanilla ice cream? Serve it on top of pies, crisps, cobblers, crumbles, inside cookie ice cream sandwiches, or enjoy it on a cone in all it’s vanilla-infused glory. This homemade vanilla ice cream recipe is the best of the best. The ice cream base is made with both vanilla beans and vanilla extract, which impart an irresistibly rich flavor that is out-of-this-world delicious....

Posted Feb 19, 2020, Updated Apr 24, 2024 Ritch and I went on a date and ordered mashed potatoes with our dinner. Something we wouldn’t normally do (we’re fries people), but I am so glad that we did. Because those life-changing spuds were the absolute best we’d ever had, and I set out to recreate them ASAP. After many tests, I created this recipe for the best mashed potatoes ever....

Posted Nov 22, 2021, Updated Mar 24, 2024 When Ritch and I were dating he told me I had to try the Oreo pie from Baker’s Square (AKA: Village Inn in some parts of the US). I was skeptical (nothing could beat French Silk Pie) but I took one bite and I was in love. It was like this Dirt Cake in pie from but lighter and fluffier, and from then on it became one of my favorite pies....

While they take a little bit of time, Black Eyed Peas are easy to cook and make a great hearty meal! We serve this recipe over rice alongside collard greens (with a big slice of Homemade Cornbread of course). What are Black Eyed Peas? Black Eyed Peas are legumes and commonly enjoyed in many Southern recipes (and who doesn’t love Hoppin’ John). We use them in recipes from soups and stews to bean salads or dips and of course in our favorite Cowboy Caviar Recipe....

A Simple & Tasty Appetizer What’s great about these peppers is that they’re a snap to prepare, and once cooked, you can season them to your liking: plain sea salt, drizzled with a good aged balsamic vinegar, or drizzled with a simple vinaigrette of lemon juice mixed with honey. What’s more, Shishito peppers have become a lot more mainstream, which means that the price has also become a bit more reasonable!...

Lima beans, corn, pork, and chicken are simmered in a savory, seasoned, robust BBQ tomato soup base. It’s been a Southern staple for generations! What is Brunswick Stew? Brunswick stew is a century-old recipe that hails from Brunswick, GA, and is sometimes referred to as Camp Stew. It’s a common dish served at community gatherings, events, or reunions. Ingredients for Brunswick Stew Meat: This Brunswick stew recipe uses both pork and chicken....

If you like Buffalo sauce, you’ll love this creamy, cheesy buffalo chicken dip recipe. It’s packed with flavor and easy to make! Serve it warm and melty from the oven with tortilla chips or veggies. Did your guests love this Buffalo Chicken Dip? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below! Super fast prep – make it up to 2 days in advance. A tried and true crowd favorite – everyone raves about this dip....

Cute little bunny tooshies top your favorite chocolate cupcakes! This is such a fun Easter treat! Bunny Butt cupcakes are the cutest Easter cupcakes around! Little Bunny tooshies adorably adorn frosted chocolate cupcakes. For the bunny body I used a melon baller to scoop out small balls of white cake (you can also use a small ice cream scoop). Don’t worry if they’re not perfect, the coconut covers any flaws....

Shredded carrots and warm seasonings are stirred into a hearty bowl of oatmeal with a swirl of homemade cream cheese yogurt on top. Ingredients for Carrot Cake Oatmeal Carrot cake oatmeal tastes like dessert for breakfast! It’s an easy-to-cook morning meal that’s packed with protein, fiber, and good all-day-energy. Oatmeal – This recipe uses old-fashioned oats, also known as rolled oats, as they have the best texture. You can use quick oats but may have to adjust the milk/water....

This is an easy filling entrée that the whole family will love. It can be made ahead of time and reheats well. Ingredients for Cheeseburger Casserole PASTA: Rotini has the shape and texture to hold the sauce, but any medium pasta works. Try farfalle, penne or mostaccioli. BEEF: All good cheeseburgers start with ground beef! I prefer an 80/20 as the little bit of fat adds flavor to the meat....

Posted Jan 06, 2021, Updated Mar 14, 2024 I’m always looking for healthy ways to satisfy my raging sweet tooth, and this Chia Pudding recipe is just perfect (along with these black bean brownies and healthy peanut butter blondies). Chia seed pudding is easy to make in one bowl with only four ingredients, and tastes like the tapioca pudding I’ve loved since I was a child but is so much healthier....

Posted Sep 10, 2024, Updated Oct 12, 2024 We always seem to be so busy during the cooler months, and this chicken pot pie soup is a go-to meal for me when I want to prepare dinner in advance to be ready for our family to enjoy! This recipe only takes 10 minutes of hands-on preparation – then it cooks in the slow cooker. The soup base is made from scratch – so there are no “cream of” soups from a can in this recipe....

Why Is it Called “Dry Pot” Cauliflower? There is a reason why this dish is called Dry Pot Cauliflower, or 干锅菜花 (gan guo cai hua). Restaurants usually serve dishes like this in a miniature wok over a tiny chafing dish flame. As I write this, I’m remembering the thin layer of sliced onions at the bottom. The onions caramelize in the sauce from the heat of the little flame as you eat, preventing the cauliflower from overcooking and adding a perfect little surprise at the end of the dish....

With that description alone, I don’t think I need to tell you how wonderful it smells and tastes! What is Typhoon Shelter Shrimp? It is said that Typhoon Shelter Shrimp originated in Hong Kong––Hong Kong’s Causeway Bay to be more specific. Typhoon season hits Hong Kong from April to June every year. Causeway Bay was the largest typhoon shelter, or bifeng tang (避风塘) in HK back in the days, where merchants, peddlers, fishermen, and their boats converged during storms....

We were inspired by the fried zucchini blossoms of the Mediterranean, and it turned out awesome. Not only are they delicious, but they’re also really delicate and pretty. This chive flower Japanese tempura recipe is a perfect addition to a little at-home happy hour or cocktail party. Japanese tempura is always delicious but garlic chive flowers really make a tempura that is elegant, tasty, and definitely something different to serve to guests!...

Posted Dec 08, 2021, Updated Feb 20, 2024 Hershey kiss cookies are some of my favorite holiday treats (especially these peanut butter blossoms), so I created these chocolate kiss cookies for my fellow chocolate lovers! In this recipe, a rich chocolatey cookie is rolled in sugar or sprinkles to make them festive (think red and green for Christmas, black and orange for halloween, red & pink for valentine’s day, etc....

Chocolate Mint is one of my favorite flavor combinations which must be why I love Mint Oreos so much! A fluffy and rich minted mousse with Mint Oreo bits! This is one of the most simple mousse recipes you’ll ever make and also one of the yummiest! If you’re looking a really quick and easy dessert, you’ll love this because it can be served right away or prepared ahead of time and refrigerated....

Posted Jan 06, 2023, Updated Aug 23, 2024 Overnight oats are a delicious way to meal prep breakfasts for the week. Recipes like these overnight oats, peanut butter overnight oats, overnight oats with yogurt , and of course these Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats only take 5 minutes and minimal ingredients to prepare – but are a delicious make-ahead breakfast everyone loves. And who wouldn’t want to enjoy the chocolate peanut butter flavor combination for breakfast?...

Crisp romaine lettuce and veggies are tossed with chicken, bacon, and cheese and drizzled with a creamy vinaigrette. This dish isn’t just a side salad, but it’s perfect for a healthy and satisfying full meal deal! What is Cobb Salad? This dish, originally created by Robert Cobb of the famous Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant, is found on menus everywhere, and it’s easy to make at home. It combines healthy and hearty ingredients for a satisfying meal....