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This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Below is a list of 20 groceries that we consistently buy at Costco. We stick to these items because we love the quality, quantities (not ridiculously huge packages), taste and definitely prices! I’m sharing our local Costco prices – these probably vary somewhat by state. PS. Costco did not pay me to write this post. My love of Costco propels me to share and I myself love lists like these for discovering new treasures :)....

Easy Labor Day Recipes The school year has begun, it’s finally starting to cool off, and autumn is near, but Labor Day is that one final chance to celebrate the end of summer! It’s still light out in the evenings and warm enough to enjoy eating all your grilled finger-licking good favorites, fresh fruit salads, and tasty summer side dishes on the patio! But it’s also a busy time of year and no one wants to spend hours looking up recipes or figuring out what to cook....

How to Make 4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies These cookies are made with just 4 ingredients you probably already have on hand. I use coconut sugar as a low-glycemic option compared to white sugar, and all-natural peanut butter for maximum peanut butter flavor, but you can use any variety you happen to have. Pair those two ingredients with an egg and baking soda, and you’ve got the easiest cookies ever. I also recommend adding an extra pinch of salt, especially if you’re using unsalted peanut butter, but that’s optional....

As Christmas approaches, the cookie recipes keep flowing! I can’t seem to stay out of my kitchen this time of year because I absolutely LOVE holiday baking. These Amaretti Cookies are a Christmas classic! Made with almond flour and almond extract, these sweet, nutty cookies are gluten-free, soft, chewy and the perfect recipe to spread some holiday cheer. I love these cookies because of how simple they are! Using only 5 ingredients total, they are so easy and inexpensive to make....

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This Apple Tart is a looker! It’s crowned with a beautiful rose pattern of sliced apples (and it’s easier than you think!). The juices from the cinnamon-sugar coated apple slices, bake into the buttery soft crust. We love that this apple rose tart is lightly sweet (my kind of dessert!) and completely irresistible. I had quite a time naming this; a tart, apple pie, or maybe it’s a giant apple scone?...

The Best Asian Chopped Chicken Salad Recipe Yes! I’ve got another incredible salad for you guys today that I’m just crazy about. Packed full of crispy, bright veggies all doused in a creamy dreamy dressing, this salad is about to become your new favorite lunch – or dinner! Whoever said salad was boring has not tried this one, believe me it has everything you’ve ever needed and more. The ingredients are lots of fresh vegetables like napa cabbage, you can use just a regular white cabbage if you want, celery, carrots, red bell pepper, cucumbers, edamame and of course lots of chicken breast....

Why this Recipe? What is Masala Chai? Which Spices are in Chai? Ingredients - Notes and Substitutions ☕ How to Make Masala Chai A History of Masala Chai Rooted in Colonization DID YOU KNOW?Masala chai originated in the 1900s during the British colonization of India when chaiwallahs (street vendors selling chai) began adding spices and milk to tea. China had a monopoly on the European supply of tea, and the East India Trading Company had a monopoly on Chinese tea in England....

Every fall and winter, I make this butternut squash mac and cheese at least several times. It is a celebration of my favorite winter squash. Besides, I love adding vegetables to my dinners in any way that I can. The combination of squash, carbs, and melty cheese genuinely comforts my soul. This baked mac and cheese was inspired by the Three-Cheese Baked Mac from Better Homes & Gardens. I made a number of changes to the original recipe....

Try my delicious Pizza Dip recipe next! Baked Potato Slices Guys, these are like potato skins, hasselback potatoes, and loaded baked potatoes all rolled into one. They’re so easy to make. Serve them as an appetizer for party or as a side dish to go along with steak, chicken, or burgers! I promise you, these will make anyone a potato lover. Anyone. (I really mean it. Anyone.) *Monterrey Jack is a good cheese to use as well....

There’s nothing I love more than making my morning latte interesting! This Banana Latte has that satisfying banana flavor without using artificial syrups or flavors by using a fresh banana. I also love using dates for extra fiber in the morning and to keep me feeling full and on task if I don’t have time to put a breakfast together. It also gives a bit of caramel undertones to this latte....

Why You’ll Love It It’s fruit-sweetened. There’s no added honey or sweeteners required for this banana cake, since the mashed banana provides natural sweetness on their own. (Just make sure you’re using ripe bananas, with lots of black spots on the skin.) It’s easy to customize. If you don’t have peanut butter on hand, you can use almond butter, cashew butter, or any other nut or seed butter you like. You can also add any mix-ins you like, such as fresh raspberries, blueberries, or some chocolate chips....

The Best Beignets Recipe Believe me when I say that you will never look at a store bought donut the same way ever again after trying a bit of one of my homemade beignets. I love watching these pillowy little treats bobbing away in the hot fryer oil, promising deliciousness to come. These little treats are fluffy and airy, super tender and delicious to the very last bite. My mom used to whip these up for me as a kid so I always think of her when I’m standing over these frying away, turning golden brown and filling the kitchen with the most delicious smell....

What Are Butter Swim Biscuits? Butter Swim Biscuits are my latest obsession. Picture this: fluffy, tender biscuits that literally swim in melted butter as they bake, soaking up all that rich, buttery goodness. That’s why they’re called Butter Swim Biscuits – the dough is poured directly into a pool of melted butter in the baking dish. They’re incredibly easy to make, with no need for rolling out dough or using a biscuit cutter....

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Watch the Caprese Salad Video: There’s a reason why everyone is obsessed with “Caprese” everything, even Caprese Skewers! It’s fresh, healthy, flavorful, and perfect as a light summer lunch. Watch the video to see how we make this super easy Caprese Salad. Get the print-friendly recipe for the Balsamic Glaze Here. Just like our popular Cucumber Tomato Salad, this Caprese Salad should be on the regular rotation during tomato season when tomatoes are at their peak in flavor and texture....

Hot, hot weather? Nothing is better than a Date Shake! This dreamy creamy vanilla milkshake is the signature drink of desertous Palm Springs for a reason and it’s super easy to make with fresh medjool dates. The deep, caramelized flavor from the dates and cool, creamy vanilla ice cream makes this concoction perfect for enjoying the summer. Add a bit of freshly ground cardamom and you have a situation on your hands....

Cosa sono i cavoletti di Bruxelles al forno? Arrostire i cavoletti di Bruxelles al forno è uno dei modi più deliziosi di mangiare questo delizioso ortaggio invernale. Serve condirli soltanto con olio d’oliva, sale e pepe e metterli nel forno caldo per soli 30 minuti. Saranno morbidi all’interno e leggermente arrostiti all’esterno, sono buonissimi. I cavolini sono già molto gustosi in questo modo, ma se vuoi renderli ancora più deliziosi, allora puoi versarci sopra un po’ del nostro condimento allo sciroppo d’acero e limone....

Char Siu Pork aka Chinese BBQ Pork This Char Siu Pork recipe is my little secret to recreating the magic of traditional Chinese BBQ pork right in the comfort of your home. I’ve tweaked the classic method to make it simpler and more approachable for everyday cooking, without losing an ounce of that authentic, sweet and savory flavor. Every bite is a delightful experience, offering a perfect balance of tender meat and a glossy, sticky glaze....

The Best Chicken And Dumplings Recipe Chicken and Dumplings holds such a special spot in my heart. Every time I stand over the pot, watching those little dumplings bobbing at the surface, I feel as if I’m sitting in my moms kitchen once again. I would eat the soup quickly, leaving the dumplings for last to savour nice and slowly. While my mom’s recipe was a little less traditional, a thinner more clear soup paired with semolina flour dumplings, the one I’ll be showing you today is far more traditional, closer to a stew than a soup....

Easy And Delicious Chicken Fried Rice This Chicken Fried Rice is the ultimate take-out-at-home experience. You’ve often shared how much you adore my take-out fake-out dishes, and this one really hits the mark. It’s incredibly easy to whip up, and believe me, it’s even tastier than any take-out version. The best part? You get to tailor it with your favorite ingredients, making it a truly personal treat. Chicken Breasts: I used boneless skinless chicken breasts here but chicken thighs work just as well....

Let me tell you chicken never got any crispier and tastier than this! I needed to celebrate today and one of my favorite foods is fried chicken. Don’t look surprised, I’m sure I’m not alone here. What Is Chicken Milanese? So crispy chicken. Milanese style! Chicken Milanese is simply breaded chicken in egg, flour, and breadcrumbs seasoned with Italian seasoning, fried then served with lemon wedges. Maybe it’s called chicken Milanese because it came from Milan, but who knows for sure....