The easiest way to feel like you are on a beach vacation in your own kitchen is to make this amazing Pina Colada. This creamy, tropical cocktail could not be any easier to mix up. The only downside of this recipe is the chance that you will get, “If you like Pina Coladas, and getting caught in the rain…” stuck in your head. Frozen Pineapple. A key to making the drink frozen and smooth, using frozen pineapple also cuts down on prep time and can be stored in your freezer for whenever your heart desires a Pina Colada....

I know you’ve seen this before: A glossy, glazed ham with bright yellow pineapple rings with cherries in the center to look like tropical flowers. This impressive dish has been served at holiday tables for years and years, and probably by your great great grandmother! Canned pineapple was a new and exciting ingredient in the early 1900’s, and home cooks found many recipes using it in women’s magazines and newspapers....

This dip is beyond easy. It was one of those recipes I tasted it to make sure it was delicious. And then I just . . . kept . . . tasting it. This is just pudding, cream cheese, and Cool Whip. Think of the endless possibilities! I went with pistachio, and it is seriously amazing, but you could use any flavor and mix in candies or sprinkles for all sorts of flavors and occasions....

Keeping up with my oldest’s appetite is a new challenge. He is an athlete, a long distance runner specifically. If you think you know how much a teenage boy who is a long distance runner needs to eat, double that, and you will see the challenge. Recently we went out to eat and he ordered a pizza burger. He loved it, and I had a new mission to make an even better version at home....

I’m so proud to be partnering with Crocs to bring you this awesome DIY Halloween costume! My kids (sure just my kids . . . .) were totally obsessed with Pokémon Go this summer. OBSESSED. And, honestly, it was a really fun thing to do as a family. Even little Piper got into it! So when I suggested that she be Pikachu for Halloween, she flipped. Like she could not have been more excited....

What Cut of Pork to Use When you are shopping for this lo mein recipe, you will want to make sure that you grab a pork tenderloin. Pork tenderloin is the most tender cut of meat from a pig. When sliced very thin, as we are doing in this recipe, it makes for very tender pieces of meat in a stir fry. This Pork Lo Mein recipe is a simple spin on my Chicken Lo Mein but with perfectly juicy pork tenderloin....

Along with the addition of ricotta, they are so moist and make for a comforting dish when served with tomato sauce. This is an oldie but goodie recipe that have updated pictures. Since I have a few meatballs recipes on this website like easy chicken meatballs, even mini Indian meatballs, I didn’t want them putting these meatballs to shame. Gluten Free Meatballs I love pork and sage together and the other day I was watching Cooking Channel and saw someone (I don’t remember who) add ricotta to their meatballs, so I tried it....

Based on the popular queso fundido melted cheese dip, these nachos made and served in one pan so cleanup is a breeze. Nachos for Game Day Game season is well and truly here. Where I am not the biggest sports fan, I usually cook or show up just for the food. When I brought them to a friends house last weekend, I prepared them up to the stage they go into the oven, then heated them to melt the cheese when I got there....

Italian chicken piccata (or as they call it in Italy, Piccata di Pollo, piccata meaning larded) is technically not fully Italian at all. It was invented by U.S. Italian immigrants in the 1930’s and was originally made using veal. Still today you will see some restaurants serving veal piccata. What is chicken piccata? Piccata is Italian for the method used to prepare the chicken. Thin chicken breasts are lightly coated in flour, then cooked in a pan with wine, lemon and capers which makes the sauce....

My sister-in-law Sandi and I were talking today about how all the sudden Christmas is HERE and we have to-do lists a mile long. I was just about to clarify, when she said what I was about to say: “I haven’t even made my list yet. I just know that when I do it’s going to be overwhelming.” Exactly. I spent the entire day running away from my unwritten list....

Looks like a red velvet cheesecake, right? This tasty treat is perfect to serve all year-round, and since this particular one is red and white, it is ideal for serving as a dessert on Valentine’s Day, Christmas, during holidays, or any special occasion. The secret to its extra creamy texture lies in whipping egg yolks with sugar and vanilla extract (you can also use a vanilla bean), along with whipped egg whites and whipped cream....

There is one thing I have realized: homemade dips are always…always better than store-bought dips. But only if it’s simple to make and comes together quickly! Right? This dip ticks all my requirements. It’s easy to make, comes together quickly, and can be served cold. We love mopping this up with warm pita bread. OR scooping it up with some salty potato chips or french fries! It also makes a great healthy snack with some celery sticks....

I am in love with this recipe, you guys. First of all, salmon is my favorite fish. I could eat it several times a week (and sometimes do!) and not get tired of it. But the real win of this dinner recipe is how easy and healthy it is. The calorie count on this recipe is low. Additionally, you get your vegetables and a lean protein, which means you will feel full....

Yes, I know that a corn dog is the name given to a hot dog on a stick fried in cornmeal batter, but what else would I call these? Suggestions on a postcard or text your answers to 1234… Food on a stick is always fun and this is a fun dish for children and grown-ups. Sweet shrimp paired with the slightly sweet corn batter and a little kick from the smokey dip, you’ll have trouble stopping at just 2 or 3....

My favorite season is here and I am beyond excited! I love all things pumpkin, butternut squash, sweet potatoes, pumpkin spice, and all the jazz! And as you probably already know, it’s also the soup season! So my first fall recipe for the season is this super easy and tasty slow cooker butternut squash soup, and you are going to love it! The Ingredients So to make this soup you will need:...

The other day I was trying to do my makeup after two nights in a row with very little sleep (meaning I looked a bit zombie-ish). I told Eric, “I need a better skin and beauty regime so I don’t look so old! But what is it??” I feel like there are so many products out there, and I never know where to start. But Eric told me, “Instagram. Just being on Instagram will solve all your problems....

The Best EVER Monster Cookie Recipe Monster cookies have been around for quite a while now, so they’re nothing new, but whoever came up with the idea of chocolate, peanut butter, and oat cookies is a genius! I can’t think of a better combination. I’m sharing my recipe with you that I perfected several years ago, and have baked hundreds if not thousands of cookies ever since! They’re perfect for any day with a glass of cold milk, but also great to give as a gift, for Christmas, and any occasion really!...

My favorite part is how her feet don’t even come close to peeking out. You should have seen her try to crawl around in this. She looked like a helpless little snow mermaid. Or perhaps a beached whale, mini and pink. I do not like spaghetti. I think it stems from the fact that the only experience I had with spaghetti growing up included jarred pasta sauce, dumped into the same pot with the noodles, and mixed into a nasty mass of red goo, occasionally sprinkled with chunks of ground beef....

Course: SaladCuisine : Asian( Thai Inspired)Taste: Fresh Salad with Spicy, Tangy flavors with a hint of Sweetness Yes, I know I called it ‘HEAVEN,’ and you can’t quite believe that a salad can be described as heaven, but I promise it is! This salad has everything going for it - the ingredients are simple, easily available, and the taste… oh, the taste!! So, so, so good! That dressing is everything!...

Spicy chicken burgers seasoned with buffalo sauce are loaded with a creamy ranch coleslaw topping before filling sweet, soft brioche buns. You can grill these burgers, or make them on the stove, so Buffalo Chicken Burgers are simple to make at any time of the year. If you love burgers, and you also love Buffalo chicken wings, I am pleased to present you with the ultimate mashup of your favorite foods, the Buffalo Chicken Burger!...