(A friend of mine (who lives in North Dakota) posted on Facebook the other day, “the air makes my face hurt. Why do I live where the air makes my face hurt??” I don’t know, Jen. I really don’t know.) Cold weather isn’t so bad though, when you are cozied up in your socks with the cats drinking Honey Hot Chocolate, so I can’t complain too much. Plus, all the other awesomeness that ensued totally made up for it:...
Grandmas everywhere have been baking custard pies for holidays, Sunday dinners, and celebrations forever. Now it’s your turn to learn how to make this pie and keep the creamy and delicious tradition going! What is a Custard Pie? There are many types of pies that can be considered custard pies based on their preparation. A custard pie is a pie made with uncooked custard added to a pie crust, and then the two are baked together....
Over the years I’ve learned that shrimp are VERY easily overcooked and nothing is worse than tough, rubbery shrimp. This foolproof Air Fryer Shrimp recipe is as simple as it gets and will cook your shrimp to perfection every single time! Thanks to the Air Fryer, you can enjoy delicious “fried” food but with 70%-80% less calories than if you were frying in oil. If you love Air Fryer meals as much as I do, check out some of my other Air Fryer recipes....
A delicious creamy pumpkin pie, without the crust! Simple ingredients come together in minutes to create a perfectly spiced pumpkin custard. My recipe for crustless pumpkin pie results in a beautiful final product, without any curdling or weeping that you might find in other versions. A few key ingredients help to keep the custard super smooth, and a low baking temperature helps to avoid any other problems. With this recipe, you’ll have perfect results, every time!...
Fresh peaches are one of my favorite summer fruits to eat and bake with. While peaches are available year round in grocery stores, there’s something extra juicy and special about home or farm grown local peaches that just cannot be beat. Peaches are sweet, and slightly tart, making them the perfect pie filling star. I’ve been making lots of different types of fruit pies! Try my fresh blueberry pie, strawberry rhubarb pie, fresh strawberry pie, lemon meringue pie, or my super flavorful cherry pie next....
Are Sweet Potatoes Healthy? The Orange-fleshed sweet potatoes are one of the richest natural sources of beta-carotene with so many health benefits. They are rich in fiber, starch, vitamins, and minerals too. The antioxidants present in sweet potatoes act as a shield to protect you from many diseases. They are so good for gut health too. Why heat up the oven, when you can make tender sweet potatoes in the Instant Pot with minimal effort....
My kids absolutely love stuffed peppers. I love that it is a complete meal and that we have found so many great ways to spin it. You can find our full list of stuffed pepper spins at the bottom of the post. This Quinoa Stuffed Pepper recipe is our latest twist, and I’m so happy with how they turned out. Not only are they just as delicious as the other recipes, they are a little healthier because they are made with turkey and quinoa....
Do you guys get really into song lyrics? I do. Like unreasonably into them. Like I find a song that I like and then I meld it into my life. Which is a little ridiculous because I listen to top 40 radio stations all the time, and most of those songs are written by people who are basically tweens going through break ups. #sonotmylife One of my favorite songs that took on a seriously deep meaning for me was the song Run by Snow Patrol....
Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram We also made a double batch of Spritz, some Soft Ginger Cookies, and at least 2-3 batches of Butter Pecans over the last few weeks. (I made a video for the Butter Pecans! Check it out!) Spritz cookies are a huge classic in Eric’s family. We made them as usual and had a huge tupperware full of Spritz at the end of the night. This morning I ate breakfast, then looked around for breakfast dessert, like any normal person....
ABOUT THIS EASY TO MAKE - ROASTED AUBERGINE (EGGPLANT) BOATS Raw Aubergine as such is pretty tasteless and I used to find it quite boring until I start roasting them. When you roast or fry the aubergine, the edges are caramelized with juicy flesh inside. Two EASY ways to roast the aubergine are to Cut the aubergine into cubes like I roasted in Aubergine Curry and the other way is to cut it into boats/half....
Never eat boiled brussels sprouts again! Roasting them with olive oil, salt and pepper brings out a toasty, sweetness to this once feared vegetable. And I can’t even talk about the crispy leaves. The glaze is added while roasting that slightly caramelizes. If you use low sodium soy sauce, you can add salt to taste otherwise, you may not need it. Just adjust according to your taste. As a child I was never a lover of Brussels sprouts....
What does Rum Chata Taste Like? Rum Chata was the easy next choice for a boozy fudge. Rum Chata tastes like cinnamon sugar creamy goodness. A little like what the milk at the end of a bowl of Cinnamon Toast Crunch tastes like. Crazy Bananas. But I get it guys. Because what is better than an easy fudge recipe? An easy fudge recipe with booze in it. chocolate chips sweetened condensed milk...
You guys. I AM A BOSS. I (for the first time in the history of all things) am on top of something. School supplies!! My kids school supplies are already purchased and ready to go, and I am multiple weeks early. As I said. I AM A BOSS. Either that, or I am eagerly anticipating their return to school. You know, one or the other. School Lunches Made Easy And while we are thinking about going back to school, let’s talk about box lunches....
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are the whole package: They’re easy, they’re delicious, they’re ready in about half an hour, and clean-up is a breeze! There’s not much else to say about this quick and easy fajitas recipe, except that I know your family is going to love it. Serve your baked chicken fajitas with all of your favorite toppings, like guacamole, pico de gallo, and fresh cilantro. It’s fun to let everyone make their own!...
Pasta seafood dishes are one of the things that always draw my eye first when I’m at a restaurant. Here’s a secret though: They are crazy easy to make at home. This shrimp linguine is the perfect example. If you pick up some shrimp and some linguine on your next grocery run, you likely have everything else you need to make this dish. Just 30 minutes in the kitchen and you will have a meal that is fit to impress, but will work great as a weeknight meal too!...
With virtually no cooking involved, these Shrimp Salad and Avocado Puff Pastry Shells come together so quickly. All you have to do is bake the pastry! This is one of those perfect dishes that you can make ahead for summer entertaining. If you like shrimp salad, you will love these little gems, what the French call ‘vol au vents’. (pronounced VAWL-OH-VAWNTS). The pre-made puff pastry shells are filled with a creamy, blended avocado mixed with lime, chives and dill added....
Like so many traditional cocktails, the sidecar is simple. It has the perfect balance of sweet from the Cointreau, sour from the lemon juice, and the smooth taste of Cognac. In many ways, it tastes like a very sophisticated margarita. I have no doubt you will love this cocktail. If you make any of my cocktails, including this sidecar drink recipe, leave me a comment and let me know what you think....
Your whole family will love this easy and quick dish with noodles, ground beef, peppers, onion, and mushrooms in a creamy, savory sauce that is reminiscent of Philly cheesesteak sandwiches. I love a great pasta recipe that comes together in one big skillet, and this recipe for Philly Cheesesteak Pasta is my newest tasty creation! It’s a meaty pasta dish with sauteed peppers, onions, and mushrooms that are baked in a delicious homemade sauce and topped with a generous amount of melty cheese....
Using your crock pot to make chicken wings means that they cook up super tender with meat that falls off the bone. And the long, slow cooking time helps them absorb so much sweet and spicy flavor! Chicken wings in all of their tasty and saucy varieties are one of my favorite things to serve at parties. Wings are the perfect party food for New Year’s Eve, football game viewing, or holiday get-togethers....
A few weeks ago I posted one of my favorite recipe finds of my life. I was about to write “of the year” but I decided that didn’t sound epic enough. These Snickerdoodles will blow your mind, all by themselves. But when you take them and slather them with Biscoff frosting? I have no words. And then add strawberries. Okay, hear me out on this one. Eric and I made these for the first time last summer when strawberries were in season....
