I’m not sure about you, but I’m loving that I can finally soak in some sunshine, send my daughter outside to play and harvest veggies from my garden! Summer is a time for fresh air and enjoying being outside instead of fussing around in the kitchen all day long. I really try to keep meals simple and since it gets so hot here in the afternoon and early evening, I like to prep ahead as much as I can....
Next to a nice glazed ham, deviled egg chicks, and Easter themed sugar cookies, these sweet treats are one of our favorite recipes to make together during Easter. An Easy Easter Dessert Even though this Easter birds nest cookies recipe is normally made for Easter, don’t forget, these little nests can be filled with red and green chocolate candies for Christmas or even black and orange jelly beans for Halloween!...
The best part is, the shrimp only take about 2 minutes to fry. It’s easy to scale this recipe up to make these in large quantities for a crowd! Why Everyone Loves Coconut Shrimp I have eaten a lot of coconut shrimp in my day, and made quite a few batches myself. There is just something about them that makes them a perpetual crowd pleaser. Put them out at any party, and watch them disappear!...
Tender beef steaks are cooked in a rich tomato brown gravy with veggies. This recipe is perfect over mashed potatoes or egg noodles! Savory Beef Steaks ‘Swissed’ means to roll or pound the meat, tenderizing it so it cooks up tender just like the veggies! This version of swiss steaks cooks in the slow cooker for the perfect set it and forget it meal. Much like the beef in a stew recipe, these steaks become fork tender by cooking low and slow....
I made this as a last-minute dinner the other day as something really quick and simple with ingredients we already had in the fridge, and because I was expected to make a pretty substantial MEAL (they were practically banging their forks and knives on the table, for Pete’s sake. This family gets scary when seeking sustenance…), I added a protein to the mix in the form of grilled chicken to curried potato salad and served it alongside simply dressed baby greens....
This easy old-fashioned pineapple cake needs just 5 ingredients and comes together faster than you can preheat the oven! It comes out so moist with lots of pineapple flavor. This moist, sweet cake can be served plain or topped with cream cheese icing or a dollop of freshly whipped cream. No fresh cream? Whipped topping works like a charm! Why We Love this Easy Cake Recipe As you likely know, I love recipes that are quick (and yummy) but don’t require tons of dishes or ingredients....
Chunks of tender potatoes are tossed with a shortcut cheese sauce and baked until browned and bubbly for a side dish everyone will love! What You’ll Need For Cheesy Potatoes Cheese: Sharp cheddar cheese is my go-to for the best flavor. Pre-shredded cheese works just fine in this recipe! If using other varieties of cheese, ensure you choose one with a bold flavor like Swiss. Potatoes: Almost any variety of potatoes works in this recipe—I most often use Russets or yellow potatoes....
Granola makes a great breakfast with milk or over yogurt. It’s a perfect snack-on-the-go too! An Easy Snack or Breakfast There’s nothing more comforting than finding a homemade granola bar tucked into a lunch kit! Granola is filled with nuts (full of good fats), and flax meal is a great source of those omega 3’s everyone’s looking for. It’s easy to mix this recipe up and add in all sorts of tasty and nutritious ingredients....
This easy side dish has both zucchini and yellow summer squash topped with a crispy breadcrumb layer. Quick to whip up and perfect for any meal, this dish will have everyone asking for seconds. Ingredients in a Squash Casserole While some recipes contain additives and fillers like eggs and bread crumbs, this squash casserole recipe focusses on the squash itself. Onion: Onion adds flavor to this dish; stir in a little bit of garlic if you’d like....
Light, bright, and refreshing watermelon feta salad has cool cucumber and mint, a splash of lime juice, and a tangy sprinkle of feta cheese. It’s unique, easy, and will be the talk of the party! Sweet & Savory Watermelon Salad Watermelon feta salad is no ordinary side dish! It’s got all the flavors of summer with only a few ingredients. This salad is fast to make and great for potlucks or picnics....
Posted Dec 28, 2021, Updated Jan 22, 2022 These essential oil roller blends are easy to apply and use whenever you need them. If you’re looking for natural, non-toxic home remedies for a host of different purposes then I urge you to give essential oil rollers a try. Essential oils are very potent and powerful (see: Essential Oil Chemistry). This is why it’s important to dilute them with a carrier oil to apply them topically on your skin....
Garnish with green onions and serve with bagel chips for an easy dip! Recipes that take minutes to prepare are perfect for when it comes to making quick snack while I reserve hot dips like cheesy crab rangoon dip or jalapeno popper dip for when I have more time. What’s in Everything Bagel Dip? This easy dip is made with a handful of ingredients and starts with a creamy & fluffy base!...
In Tuscany, we ended up in a medieval town called San Gimignano. It was a last-minute tour that our cousin Kim had booked. While I usually dislike tour groups (see here for full demonstration of said dislike), this actually turned out to be a really quick and easy way to go beyond the city of Florence for a day without too much hassle. ANYWAY. As is usually (hopefully) the case with tours such as this, a midday meal was included....
It is a spice mix used to make meat, wheat, and lentil stew called Haleem. Here’s you can find the recipe for haleem here. Making your own masala is easy and gives you complete control over spices. Since homemade means healthy and tastier choice. This masala is flavorful, very close to the store-boughtaromatic. fresh no preservativeno artificial colorsno MSG. This is a small batch recipe that will make about 1 kg meat Haleem....
Posted Aug 21, 2017, Updated Jun 29, 2024 I usually opt for a sweet breakfast, but when I need something savory egg dishes are my go to – like this hash brown crust quiche recipe. I also love making eggs for lunch & dinner. They’re so versatile and can be made in so many ways – (try this omelette, frittata recipe, egg bake (egg casserole) and this crustless quiche)! This hash brown crust quiche recipe is easy, & nutritious....
Homemade mayo is so easy to make too! Just a few simple ingredients and an immersion blender, and fresh mayo is ready in seconds! The Perfect Condiment Mayonnaise was invented by a French chef (of course!) in 1756 when he needed a substitution for cream before a dinner party. He substituted olive oil for the cream and a new sauce was born! The chef named his sauce “Mahonnaise” after a French duke....
Simply make a dough, roll and boil! Potato gnocchi has just a few easy to find ingredients and, while it takes a bit of time, it’s not difficult to make. This particular gnocchi recipe is one I learned attending classes at our local culinary school and have made it ever since. What Is Gnocchi? Gnocchi is an Italian homemade pasta that resembles a little dumpling. At its most basic level, it’s made with potato, egg, and flour....
These little bundles are easy to make and the dough puffs up for a light and fluffy treat. Serve with savory fillings or sprinkle with powdered sugar, honey for dipping, or cinnamon sugar. What is a Sopapilla? These fried squares of dough puff up like pillows and can be served with savory fillings or sweetened for dessert (our favorite) with honey, sprinkled with powdered sugar, or cinnamon sugar. Main Ingredients BASICS Flour, salt, sugar, baking powder, and shortening are the basic ingredients for sopapillas....
Why order pizza when it is so much fun to make at home? Supreme Pizza has all the popular toppings you’d expect and the crust can be made as thin or thick as you like! This recipe starts with a homemade pizza crust (and pizza sauce too!) for the best flavor. Supreme Pizza Toppings The list of toppings for supreme pizza can vary but the following are our favorites: MEAT – pepperoni, sausage, salami, ham VEGGIES – red onions, mushrooms, bell peppers, and olives....
This tried-and-true recipe will make anyone look forward to the New Year! Beans, rice, ham, tomatoes, and more are simmered in deep rich broth. This hearty meal is bound to make the New Year celebration just right, and with the beans prepped overnight, this recipe can be made in 3 simple steps! What is Hoppin John? Hoppin John is a southern dish served for the New Year and is thought to bring good luck and prosperity....
