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Serve this with my Loaded Nachos, Baked Tacos, Chicken Quesadillas, Steak Fajitas, and Chicken Enchiladas! It doesn’t get much better than a big ol’ bowl of homemade guacamole with fresh ingredients! There are so many different ways to make this recipe, and there’s no right or wrong way, but in my opinion, nothing beats the Alton Brown’s Guacamole recipe. Let’s talk about the best ingredients for guacamole, how to tell if an avocado is ripe, and how to keep guacamole from turning brown!...

See recipe notes for how to convert this from a One Pot recipe to a Crock Pot or Instant Pot recipe! American Chop Suey If you live outside of New England, it’s very likely that you know this classic comfort food as “Goulash” vs. American Chop Suey. Today, I’m sticking to my roots and calling it the latter. The truth is, they’re really one in the same. (Unless you’re talking about Hungarian Goulash, which is made with Chuck Roast or Stew meat....

The Juiciest Baked Chicken Breast! A lot of people shy away from boneless, skinless baked chicken because they think it’s dry, flavorless and boring. But you know what? Baked chicken does not have to be boring, it can be juicy, moist, tender and pretty darn delicious! It all starts with a great and simple seasoning and then baking it just right. No dried breast ever again! Ingredients You’ll Need Spices – I love making a simple dry rub with some great spices such as smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper flakes, salt and pepper....

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. My sister-in-law gave me gorgeous eggplants from her garden and the first thing that came into my head was Baked Eggplant Parmesan. The end result provided a mouth-watering spin on a classic Italian dish that even my children love! What is Baked Eggplant Parmesan? Eggplant Parmesan is a traditional Italian dish. Its Italian name is melanzane alla parmigiana. The dish is made in a shallow pan layering baked eggplant with marinara sauce and cheese....

Baked sweet potatoes are a comforting vegetable to add to your meal prep routine, especially when it’s cold outside. They make an easy side dish and can be used in a variety of different ways throughout the week. Add them to sweet recipes like smoothies and muffins, or use them in a savory recipe, like Sweet Potato Mac and Cheese or Southwest Stuffed Sweet Potatoes. You can even blend it into hummus, turn it into dairy-free frosting, or add it to eggnog for extra creaminess....

Ick, I was feeling under the weather all last week. I don’t know if it is seasonal changes or travel, but I’ve been afflicted with the sniffles. I once worked with someone who told me to always take one of those Emergen-C packets before a flight to prevent catching a cold. I’m not sure if those vitamin C shots are actually effective. At this point, however, I’m willing to try anything to keep myself from getting sick....

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. I’m not gonna lie to you. These vareniki are a lot of trouble, but they are soo soo good. We grew up on these. Who didn’t? The dough is very easy to make. Make a ton of them because they freeze very well. You can modify the filling a hundred different ways. Butter them up and serve them with a generous heap of sour cream....

Be sure to try my Egg Roll in a Bowl and my Teriyaki Chicken recipes next! Beef Stir Fry With Noodles This is, without a doubt, one of my favorite recipes to make for my family. Not only do we all enjoy the tender, juicy steak and savory noodles in this delicious brown sauce, but we love the delicious vegetables in this! It’s a healthy and complete meal in a single skillet....

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. The bell peppers, carrots and tomatoes were fresh from the garden; still warm from the sun. I scraped the dirt from those vibrant little carrots myself. I posted stuffed bell peppers a couple years ago using a mix of ground turkey and pork. These are the beef version. Beef stuffed bell peppers are a meal in themselves; a classic Russian and Ukrainian dish....

Beer Cheese Dip Ever since I made my beer cheese soup recipe, I’ve been dying to serve up some beer cheese dip! Nothing is better than dipping a warm pretzel into this creamy, cheesy dip that has just the right amount of beer taste. I love that you can get creative with what beer and cheese you use, more info on that below! PS-My No Knead Bread is perfect for dipping into this, it’s crusty on the outside and light & airy on the inside!...

Easy Blueberry Fritters I’ve been dying to share this recipe for blueberry fritters with you because I’m in love with them! They’re perfectly sweet and crispy, glazed with a super easy icing, bursting with fresh blueberries. These are perfect for when you have a sweet tooth and need that special treat, but I even love to have them for breakfast with my cup of coffee. Personally, I love any kind of sweet fritters, like my Apple Fritters or Banana Fritters which are one of my favorites....

The tangy lemon glaze, generously drizzled on top, perfectly balances the sweetness of the juicy blueberries baked throughout the scone. Make sure you don’t skip the lemon zest which gives these scones a nice zing of vibrant flavor. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. The combination of blueberries and lemon is a flavor match made in heaven. Our popular Blueberry Muffins, delicious Lemon Blueberry Dutch Baby, or our famous Blueberry Lemon Cake, are all crowd-pleasers, and we know these Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze will be no different....

At first, I paid a group of designers for work that I didn’t particularly like. Fail. It was around this time that I stumbled upon Lindsay’s work on Chard in Charge and fell in love with her clean, minimalist designs. I had to work with her. Lindsay has done an AMAZING job making my vision come to life. I can’t tell you how many e-mails I’ve sent her about things I want on my blog (like the beautiful slider on my home page!...

Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe Hold onto your taste buds buffalo chicken lovers, because this baked buffalo chicken dip is here to rock your world! Cream cheese, shredded chicken, tangy ranch, and spicy buffalo sauce come together to create a base that’s bold and bodacious! Cheddar cheese adds some gooey goodness, and then the delicious masterpiece is crowned with a sprinkle of blue cheese and green onions to finish. And easy to make it is!...

Buffalo Chicken French Loaf With Super Bowl Sunday fast approaching I bet you’re looking for some great appetizers or snacks. Well I’ll be honest, I’m no Super Bowl fan, nor will I be watching it. But that doesn’t stop this gal from enjoying all the good food. Not that I’d need an excuse, but hey I will take advantage of it. I love buffalo anything, and I have a few buffalo chicken recipes on here like my buffalo meatballs, buffalo wings, buffalo chicken quesadillas or potato skins....

Have you guys made a poke cake before? They’re incredible, super easy to make, yet so incredibly good. Always a crowd pleaser so feel free to share! The advantage with making a poke cake is that the rich filling soaks into every single bite so that you’re left with a dessert that is both delicious and oh so satisfying. I poured rich dulce de leche over a box made butter pecan cake and let me tell you those 2 flavors pair perfectly....

The Best Caesar Salad Dressing Alright, listen up! This homemade Caesar salad dressing is going to change your salad game forever. Forget about those store-bought bottles that have been sitting on the shelf for who-knows-how-long. With this recipe, you’re in control, and the result is a dressing so fresh, so flavorful, and so incredibly delicious, you’ll wonder why you haven’t been making this all along. Imagine this: robust garlic, briny capers, and that optional-but-highly-recommended punch of umami from the anchovy paste, all mashed together to create the base of our dressing....

Cosa sono i carciofi al vapore? I carciofi al vapore sono carciofi che vengono prima ripuliti delle loro foglie più dure, poi cotti al vapore per 30-40 minuti e gustati con un filo d’olio d’oliva o con un po’ di maionese.Nonostante siano estremamente semplici da fare, i carciofi al vapore sono assolutamente deliziosi, morbidi e vellutati. Sarai in grado di assaporare pienamente il sapore del carciofo, al suo meglio, non adulterato, puro....

Easy Carne Guisada Recipe I always say that in another life I was probably Italian or Mexican because those are my favorite cuisines of all time. This time of year as we approach Cinco de Mayo is also a favorite time of the year for me because it gives me an excuse to start making all kinds of Mexican or Latin dishes. Not that I need an excuse. But let’s talk about this Carne Guisada because it’s hands down my favorite beef stew ever....

Hey guys! I have a great recipe for you guys today that you and your children will love. These rolls are filled with an easy to make but super tasty beef and mushroom filling and a piece of cheddar cheese in each one. Beef and cheddar, great combo and all rolled into a bread roll. I love these frozen dinner rolls, I find them very versatile. I cheated a bit here because I used frozen bread rolls....