There’s nothing quite like biting into a warm calzone filled with the savory goodness of bacon and mushrooms. Every time I prepare this recipe, the aroma alone transports me to my favorite Italian bistro. The blend of crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, and melted mozzarella wrapped in a golden crust is simply irresistible. Pizza Dough: The foundation of your calzone. You can make your own pizza dough, or use store bought pizza dough or bread dough....
I’m awful at keeping up with things, particularly at crossing items off to-do lists. I am quite proficient at creating them, dare I say, downright fantastic. 152 days have gone by since I nearly missed the NYE countdown because of an heavy late night curry-induced coma. 152 days of not quite ticking off things on my food resolutions: “try a new recipe from a cookbook twice a month” – So far, I’ve gained 4 new cookbooks, but I haven’t tried a new recipe from any of them in months....
Easy Bread Dipping Oil As a self-confessed bread lover, I’m always on the lookout for a reason to indulge in my carb addiction. And let me tell you, this game changing bread dipping oil recipe is the perfect excuse! Made with a combination of rich olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and aromatic herbs and spices, it perfectly complements fresh bread without overpowering its natural flavors. With just a few basic ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a delicious bread dipping oil that rivals your favorite Italian restaurant....
Brown Sugar Balsamic Pulled Pork This pork recipe is one of my favorites that I’ve created so far, who would have thought that balsamic vinegar and brown sugar would be a match made in heaven? Introduce a little pork to the relationship and you’ve got the entree to end all entrees. Pair this dish with a big scoop of my creamy mashed potatoes and your taste buds will thank you. I made this dish a few days ago and I’ve been snacking away on the leftovers since....
Doesn’t that look amazing? Delicious melty cheese over baked chicken breast, surrounded by roasted cherry tomatoes and topped with fresh basil. Finally, drizzle some balsamic reduction over it for a little extra sweetness. I can’t believe there’s only 263 calories per serving of this amazing dinner! What Is Caprese Chicken? Caprese is traditionally an Italian salad made with fresh mozzarella, basil, tomatoes, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of salt....
Chicken and Noodles These creamy, dreamy noodles are the perfect way to get picky eaters to eat their chicken and veggies! Once I realized how much people loved my super popular beef and noodles recipe, I knew I had to create another one just for chicken! Wait until you taste this cream sauce. It’s so flavorful and has a really nice cheddar cheese blend that combines regular cheddar with white cheddar....
Here’s a dinner that I whipped up a few weeks ago. I bought raw sausage that my local co-op makes in the store and I chopped it up into 1-inch pieces. I then removed the meat from the casing and shaped the meat into meatballs. This is what i do when I’m too lazy to make meatballs from scratch, which is quite often, I might add. While the chicken sausage is great, the real star of the show are the potatoes!...
Be sure to try my Italian Pasta Salad and my Ambrosia Salad recipes next! Chicken Pasta Salad My absolute favorite thing about this Chicken Pasta Salad recipe is that it has everything you could want in a meal, but works perfectly as a side dish as well. We love keeping a bowl of this in the fridge to pull out and munch on throughout the day during the summer, and it’s always a huge hit at BBQ’s!...
I’m so excited for sharing today’s post with you guys because today I have a special guest. You know I don’t often have guests here on Jo Cooks, as a matter of fact this is the second time I’m doing this. But today I’d like to introduce you to Australia’s #1 food blogger Nagi from RecipeTin Eats. Even though we’ve only known each for a short time, in that short time we’ve become close friends having found that we have so many things in common, not only our love for dogs but we’ve been sharing our growing pains together where food blogging is concerned, learning from each other and teaching each other....
This shake is brimming with vitamins and nutrients, but all you’ll taste is the sweet and rich flavor of a chocolate covered strawberry–> in the form of a milkshake. Featuring a frozen banana and strawberries for an ice-cream-like texture, plus a bit of avocado for added creaminess, this shake is something you can indulge in daily, without any guilt! I always sneak a handful or two of leafy greens in my smoothies and shakes, but no one will ever know, thanks to the sweet strawberries and rich cocoa powder....
Easy Coconut Chicken With Rice And Green Beans Recipe It’s time for my favorite type of dinner- everything made in one pot! This recipe is simple, made with fresh ingredients to create a super flavorful meal. Rich with coconut cream, a little bit spicy, and so aromatic. You’ll be sitting beside your oven counting down the seconds until you can taste those incredible smells. If you’re a loyal reader, I’m sure you know by now how much I love a good one-pot meal....
Just like classic Pico de Gallo and Guacamole, this is one of those appetizers you’ll make over and over. Watch the video tutorial and you’ll be craving this ‘Texas Caviar’ until you finally make it. Cowboy Caviar If you are looking to spice up your ordinary summer cookout, you have to add this to your menu. Serve it as a side dish with crispy tortilla chips or Scoops corn chips, or pair it as a side with Hamburgers and Homemade Lemonade....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This sweet Cranberry Apricot Loaf made our house smell like Christmas morning. It is soft, moist, crumbly and loaded with the sweet tang of cranberries and apricots. This Cranberry Apricot Loaf is infused with clementine zest. And it’s amazing! I’m craving a slice just writing about it. Good thing we made it today and still have some left. Phew! We’ve been experimenting with different Keks recipes and this is our favorite....
Oh and one more thing: this Christmas punch is totally easy; like add and stir. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This Sparkling Cranberry Pineapple Punch was made possible by the one and only Dole. Their pineapple juice is known on the street as the “King of Juices™.” It’s kind of like going to Hawaii and squeezing the juice out of a fresh ripe pineapple (minus the traveling and the squeezing)....
Inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine, we combine sweet, savory, tangy, and spicy flavors from peanut butter, soy sauce, garlic, chili, and lime. You can make this recipe in less than 30 minutes and serve it hot or cold. The recipe is not too different from our Asian Noodles Salad, but here, the soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and ginger are enriched with peanut butter. The simple ingredients create the most delicious savory, tangy, and slightly sweet condiment for your noodles, reminiscent of Thai and Indonesian flavors (think satay, gado-gado, and karedok)....
Check out our best appetizer recipe collection! What is crisp focaccia with melted cheese? First things first, this is not your regular thick, soft, doughy focaccia with rosemary on top, but rather a thin, crisp, melty one, filled with plenty of stringy vegan cheese. If you are looking for a delicious thick, soft and airy focaccia check out our no-knead Italian focaccia recipe.Focaccia with melted cheese, sometimes known as “Focaccia di Recco” is a traditional type of focaccia popular in the Liguria region of Italy, around the cities of Genova and Recco....
Easy Crustless Spinach Quiche Slide this Crustless Spinach Quiche onto your brunch table and watch it disappear in minutes! It’s a symphony of melted Gruyère, tangy feta, and fresh spinach, all coming together without the fuss of a crust. Perfect for when you want a hearty slice of comfort, minus the extra carbs, and trust me, it’s so chock-full of flavor, you’ll never look back. Olive oil: Use olive oil to sauté your ingredients; if needed, substitute with butter for a richer flavor....
The Best Carbonara Recipe There’s nothing quite like the magic of turning simple ingredients into something extraordinary, and that’s exactly what happens with my easy Carbonara. In just 20 minutes, you’re taking a plateful of spaghetti and transforming it into a creamy, dreamy delight with crispy guanciale and rich Pecorino cheese. As much as you guys love my creamy carbonara recipe, many of you have said that it’s not a traditional recipe, and you’re right, it is not....
We love serving it with a wholesome soup, earthy stew, or creamy curry instead of regular rice or bread. Check out our best vegetable sides recipe collection! Ingredients Cauliflower Instructions Variations Storage More cauliflower recipes However, if you are looking for a low-calorie, low-carb, and high antioxidants alternative to regular rice or bread, you might want to give this recipe a shot.Its neutral flavor and appealing texture make it the perfect side dish for curries, soups, stews, stir-fries, or any meal with a sauce....
The process to make this is surprisingly quick and easy. Watch the video tutorial and you’ll be on your way to making restaurant-quality Chicken Parm at home. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Chicken Parmesan Recipe This is the classic version of Chicken Parm. We love re-creating our favorite Italian restaurant dishes like Zuppa Toscana and of course, this Chicken Parmesan which you can make at home for a fraction of the price....
