Jalapeño Poppers are maybe one of my favorite appetizers. There is something about the spicy pepper and the nice cool cream cheese that go so well together. I love this great spin on the classic appetizer. HOW TO MAKE JALAPEÑO POPPER PINWHEELS Make sure you head to the bottom of the post to get the detailed and printable recipe. TIPS JALAPEÑO POPPER PINWHEELS The key to this recipe turning out well is making sure that your cream cheese is at room temperature....

A few years ago, I was lucky enough to spend a day on Key West, and I was amazed at all the key lime flavored goodies I found. I of course tried the pie, but I found the best shortbread cookies that I still think about. From my great love of the flavor of key lime comes this delicious key lime cheesecake. It gets the perfect flavor from key lime juice and lime zest and you will be delighted by this creamy perfect dessert....

Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram I mean, learning how to swing from a cable car has got to be a more valuable for her than history and math, right? Their lasagna is one of the best things I have ever put in my mouth, and was a huge inspiration for me when I was developing my ultimate Lasagna recipe last year. As I sat blissfully eating in the restaurant yesterday, I found a piece of carrot, and was so pleased....

I kind of love these. They are so simple, but so sweet. I first saw them as a wedding favor idea. What a great idea, right?? I would love to get something like this at a wedding. (As a side note, a good friend of mine from college is getting married this summer, and I am now obsessing over wedding details.) Anyway. Here’s the recipe: 3/4 a cup of flour 1/2 a cup of water 1 envelope unflavored gelatin (2....

The combination of fresh peaches, warm spices, and a buttery topping is pure bliss. Get ready to savor the magic of peach season! Peach season is here and I can’t get enough sweet peaches. This is the easiest peach dessert that takes only 3 steps and a few simple ingredients, some of which you may have. Mix the filling, make the topping and bake. Just the peach maple sauce that’s made when baking is enough to make you swoon....

These days, I don’t cook with pre-made ingredients. It is just one of the many benefits of not having toddlers and babies anymore. But these are fantastic the original way or with my homemade swaps. As long as everyone leaves the table with full tummies and full hearts, it’s a win. Biscuit Dough: This pre-made dough is perfect for making this a quick go-to dinner. The biscuits are already a great shape and just get rolled out....

I’ve never met a cheesecake I didn’t love. There’s something about the sweet tang of the cream cheese on top of cookie crust that I just can’t resist. This baked Oreo cheesecake is no exception! New York-style cheesecake is denser than more classic creamy cheesecake recipes. We’re using lots of cream cheese here, as well as incorporating eggs into the filling. The whole thing will be baked in a water bath to ensure our oreo cheesecake comes out smooth and creamy....

With layers of a buttery biscuit crust, creamy strawberry cheesecake filling, and toppings, these strawberry cheesecake jars make a perfect dessert for picnics, birthday parties, and even valentines day. The recipe takes about 15 minutes of preparation and the only cooking involved is making fresh strawberry puree for a cheesecake. You can also make this no-bake cheesecake with any fruits that you enjoy. Serve in mason jars, jam jars, or even mix and match jars....

This Watergate Salad has served me well over the years. It’s on every holiday menu I create and my family expects it for Christmas, Thanksgiving, and all the rest. I don’t mind that at all! I love this recipe because it’s super easy to make. This creamy dessert can also be made ahead so it’s easy to add to any busy holiday meal. If you like dessert salads like I do, you have to try my Creamy Grape Salad, Orange Fluff Salad, and my Ambrosia Salad Recipes....

Quick and easy chicken dinner recipes are a must for getting dinner on the table quickly on busy evenings, and this recipe for Lemon Rosemary Chicken is one of the best! I use this fool-proof easy one-skillet method to quickly pan-sear chicken breast and make a delectable pan sauce at least once a week. No matter if I’m making rosemary chicken, Tarragon Chicken, Creamy Lemon Chicken, or my famous Marry Me Chicken skillet, dinner is always ready in about half an hour, and always juicy and delicious....

Two things that make dinner time way easier around here are one pot meals and 30 minute dinners. This great Spinach Artichoke Pasta recipe is both of those in one dish! Time around the dinner table with my kids is priceless, it’s an extra bonus when we are eating a delicious dinner that was easy to throw together for them like this one. How to Make One Pot Pasta One pot meals are my favorite because you literally cook the entire meal in one single pot!...

There are fewer sweet flavor combinations better than peanut butter and chocolate (chocolate and mint is also a good one). Now, when I went to make this recipe, I accidentally bought crunchy peanut butter. As I was grabbing my wallet to zip back to the store, my husband suggested that I try the recipe with the crunchy. I did and we loved it. In fact, we loved all the cookies, each and every one....

This vibrant cocktail combines the tartness of pomegranate juice with the cool, crisp flavors of fresh mint and lime. It’s a festive and delicious drink that’s easy to make and sure to impress at any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or just want to treat yourself to something special, this pomegranate mojito recipe is a must-try! This pomegranate mojito recipe is refreshing enough for the summer, but with its red and green colors, festive enough for the holidays....

When it comes choosing between rice or bread, I often almost always go for rice. Rice just gives me the warmth and comfort I look for in a meal. But there are times when I want to get away from the monotony of rice preparations and steer into the exotic world of Indian breads – like this Puris recipe. Indian breads vary in size, texture, flavour, colour… er, let’s just say they vary in almost every possible way from each other ranging for the simple everyday Roti, to heavy “full”filling Parathas, to the fit-for-a-king Naan....

I cannot get enough of roasted veggies lately! Roasting brings out the subtle sweetness of sliced carrots and broccoli florets, which makes them SO much better than any steamed veggies could ever be. The process for making roasted carrots and broccoli is super simple, requires minimal ingredients, and only takes about 30 minutes. You can serve this veggie side dish with whatever you like, but let me suggest that you try it with pan-seared steaks, roast chicken, or grilled salmon to create a delicious and well-rounded meal....

Butternut squash is all over the place, summer is almost over (I’m currently travelling in Kazakhstan and it’s getting chilly here!) and it just feels like soul-warming soups again. I love soups so much, and often have a bowl of soup with a piece of toasted bread as a main dish. Hearty and warming soups are perfect to have for lunch or dinner especially when it’s raining outside. I make soups at least 3 times a week....

There are many reasons why roasting turkey legs is a great idea. Maybe you’re doing a smaller Thanksgiving this year, and don’t need a whole turkey. Or maybe your family prefers dark meat, so it makes more sense to only cook legs so that everyone gets what they like. Roasted turkey legs are a great way to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal on any random weekend, without the hassle of roasting a whole bird too!...

I was over at my parents house the other day and checked the fridge, obviously. I don’t think I will ever grow out of this habit. Mom’s fridge has Mom’s Food in it, and there’s just something nostalgic about your mother feeding you, even if you are in your 30s and have kids of your own. And even if all Mom has in there are some unrecognizable leftovers, I’m still going to check them out....

When I started food blogging, I never realized how many times a week I would find myself at the grocery store. Even with being, what I have been told is, the luckiest woman alive and having my husband doing a good chunk of the grocery shopping, I would say that I am still there a good three to four times a week. No, I’m not kidding. This wouldn’t be such a big deal, except for two small details: The three year old and 10 month old who usually get carted there with me....

Whenever I’m entertaining, I always like to serve hearty appetizers like air fryer chicken wings or little smokies in the Crockpot, if I have a little more time I love making these crispy cream cheese rangoons, but these sausage stuffed mushrooms are currently my favorite. These savory mushroom caps are stuffed with spicy Italian sausage, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and plenty of flavor with breadcrumbs on top. Plus, they can be easily made in advance for a low-stress party recipe....