Easy Pico De Gallo Recipe Say “hola” to your new favorite condiment, my homemade Pico de Gallo! This is not just any ordinary salsa, it’s a riot of colors and flavors packed into one refreshing side that will absolutely transform your meals. Each spoonful is a tantalizing mix of fresh, juicy Roma tomatoes, crunchy red onions, and fiery jalapeños, all finely chopped and ready to delight your tastebuds. But the magic doesn’t stop there....
Easy Pizza Sauce Recipe There’s something truly satisfying about a Friday night, curling up on the couch with a cheesy slice of delivery pizza in hand. I’ll admit, even I can’t resist the lure of a no-cook night with a hot pizza arriving at my doorstep. But let’s face it, nothing compares to the comfort and joy of crafting your own pizza in the heart of your home kitchen, especially when you have the perfect homemade pizza sauce to drizzle over that dough....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Remember the ugly/crookedy cake test that I shared on Instagram and Facebook? The cake tasted so good, I knew I had to perfect and share it. This Poppy Seed Sour Cream Cake is naturally moist and has so many layers of flavor. The pastry cream is lightly sweetened and complements the subtle tang of the sour cream. Mmm mmm and more mmm....
Be sure to serve this with homemade croutons, buttermilk biscuits, cheddar bay biscuits, or garlic bread with cheese. Potato Leek Soup I always have fun with this potato leek soup recipe because it’s so versatile. You can make it simple, light, and healthy….OR creamy, cheesy, and indulgent. That’s why leeks are so fun to cook with. They add so much flavor on their own, but pair well with anything from bacon and cheese to white wine and soy sauce!...
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Yana wrote in with her mother Vera’s recipe for Ptichye Moloko; a classic and famous Russian desert. What I love about this recipe is the texture; a mousse-like creamy base and a thin velvety layer of coco loveliness. Everyone in my family really enjoyed it. Ptichye Moloko is an adult jello, but you can also make a quick, kid friendly version, by using a flavored Jell-O instead of the chocolate (just make sure the jello is room temp before pouring it over the cream)....
The Best Pulled Pork Recipe Imagine biting into a piece of pork that’s so tender and juicy, it literally melts in your mouth. With this pulled pork recipe, that’s exactly what you get! Slow-roasted to perfection, this pork shoulder takes on an incredible depth of flavor thanks to the perfect blend of spices in our dry rub. And the secret to this mouthwatering goodness? An overnight brine that ensures every bite is loaded with flavor....
(Especially since it’s already compromised with a baby who’s teething. We’re up to 6 teeth now!) While I’m working on this tight schedule, my meals have been pretty boring and uninspired. Hence, the lack of recipe posts. However, I was pretty pleased with this quick dressing creation last night, so I thought I’d share. It’s inspired by my love of Caesar salad, which I would every day if I could....
Best Roast Beef Sandwich Recipe Packed with flavors that’ll make your taste buds sing, this roast beef sandwich is a delicious experience. The combination of succulent roast beef, creamy Swiss cheese, and fresh veggies, nestled within hearty whole grain rolls, is just the tip of the iceberg. What takes this sandwich to the next level is the homemade horseradish sauce. It’s the creamy, zesty finishing touch with a kick that transforms a good sandwich into an unforgettable one....
The Best Roasted Eggplant And Pepper Spread Recipe I am so excited to share this recipe with you – Roasted Eggplant and Pepper Spread, or as we call it in Romania, Zacusca! As a little girl, I grew up eating this vegetable spread and now it’s one of my favorite snacks. I do have to confess, as a child I used to hate it, because of course, like most children – I hated vegetables....
I first tried this tasty combo at a local restaurant, and now I’m hooked. Fresh rosemary elevates classic sweet potato fries to a whole new level of deliciousness! Plus, since these fries are baked, and not fried, you won’t have to deal with greasy fingers or heart burn later! — Rosemary Sweet Potato Fries serves 2 Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into fry shapes 1-2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped sea salt & pepper Directions: Preheat your oven to 425F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper....
This restaurant quality classic shrimp scampi is so easy to recreate at home. Shrimp Scampi can be served as an appetizer or a quick and easy dinner like our Shrimp Scampi Pasta. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Hey, hey! Valentina with Valentina’s Corner sharing a recipe for the easiest Shrimp Scampi! What is Shrimp Scampi? Shrimp Scampi is an amazing Italian shrimp dish. It calls for large shrimp or prawns seasoned, then cooked and generously smothered in a butter, garlic and wine sauce served with freshly squeezed lemon juice....
I’ve tested many different coconut milk to water ratios for this recipe, and I liked using 1/3 cup of coconut milk to 1 cup of water the most. I thought there was a good balance of coconut fragrance in the rice without the rice being too decadent. There are a few recipes online that recommend adding 3/4 cup coconut milk to the rice. I tried using that amount of coconut milk and found it to be too much....
Are you looking for a simple salad recipe that goes well with most meals? Then this recipe is for you. It’s a classic and authentic Italian recipe you’ll find in most restaurants and homes in Italy, served as a side salad. It’s the queen of side dishes!We make it with mixed leafy greens, tomatoes, and carrots to make it colorful and crunchy, and it’s dressed in extra virgin olive oil, vinegar, and salt....
Fresh Homemade Tortillas make all the difference in recipes like Shrimp Fajitas, Breakfast Burritos, and Breakfast Quesadillas. Check out the video tutorial to see how easy they are to make! This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Flour Tortillas Recipe I’m rarely one to pass up the convenience of store-bought. But sometimes, making homemade versions with better ingredients makes a world of a difference and the taste is more authentic....
These spicy baked chicken wings have transformed my game-day feasts. Each wing, crispy from the oven, soaks up a bold vinaigrette packed with garlic, ginger, and a kick from Tabasco. Trust me, one bite, and you’ll be hooked by their unbeatable flavor. Chicken wings: The star of our dish, providing a meaty base for our flavors. If wings aren’t available, drumettes or drumsticks can be a suitable replacement. Garlic: Adds a robust, aromatic depth....
That’s why I’m excited to share this recipe with you from my friend Ali’s new book, Inspiralize Everything. If you’re not familiar with Ali, she’s the person behind Inspiralized, a blog exclusively dedicated to sharing spiralized recipes– she’s even created her own spiralizer! I had the pleasure of meeting Ali in person earlier this year (we both attended a cooking class at the Culinary Institute of America), right when she was in the middle of editing this book– so I’m thrilled for her that her second book is finally here....
Easy Fruit Salad Recipe A great refreshing fruit salad is all you need on a hot summer day. This delicious fresh fruit salad features different grapes and berries with a sweet and tangy lemon dressing. I love this lemon dressing, it’s like a very strong lemonade poured over my favorite fruits. For the dressing, I used a lemon, both juice and zest, some sugar and water, boiled it all together until it thickens up a bit and let it cool....
As a full-time food blogger, I have the luxury of cooking all day long. (I don’t actually cook all day because that would mean washing more dishes than I care to.) But the average person doesn’t have this kind of luxury, and I want to create recipes that actually speak to your needs! Here’s the start of my Minimal Mondays series: a collection of simple meals that require minimal ingredients, preparation or cooking time....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. My sister Anna shared this sweet and sour chicken recipe with me because her family absolutely loved it. It’s a winner indeed; the best orange chicken I’ve ever tried! Anyway, I pinned it for safe keeping and finally whipped it out. My son’s eyes lit up when he realized he was having “Panda” for dinner – in his world, all Asian food is “Panda....
The results? You guessed it! The deep-fried ones are the tastiest, but our oil-free baked sweet potato chips recipe comes very close with a loud crunch. Our sweet potato chips are crisp, light, and super easy to make, no matter how you decide to cook them.The trick is to slice them with a mandoline slicer to get them as thin as possible. Then it’s all about oil temperature. And since they crisp up in less than a minute, you’ll be able to make a big batch for friends and family in no time....
