This papaya salad is made from green papaya. It comes from the same fruit as orange papaya, but the harvesting of the fruit at an earlier stage of development leads to its green color. Green papaya is crisp (but not juicy) and it has a very mild flavor, even more mild than cucumbers. It reminds me a lot of kohlrabi. Green papaya salads are often flavored with lime, chilies, garlic, fish sauce, dried seafood, and sugar....
You can make this easy grilled asparagus recipe on the stovetop on a grill pan or an actual grill. All you need is fresh asparagus, oil, salt, black pepper, and lemon wedges. Asparagus is a versatile vegetable as it can be cooked in many different ways. From steamed to sauteed, from boiled to air-fried, we are big fans of this delicious spring vegetable. And while we love asparagus in all these different ways, grilled asparagus is special....
I can’t believe Halloween is just around the corner. I love Halloween mostly because I love making desserts, and the gore and home made nature of Halloween means that you don’t need perfectly made treats! People just appreciate the effort, just as they appreciate you guessing their costumes right on the first try. I love Halloween, not because I still dress up, because I don’t, those years passed by a long time ago....
This recipe comes together easily with staple ingredients. It’s freezer-friendly, so you can make it in a large batch and freeze it for later. Watch the video tutorial, and you’ll see that it isn’t any more complicated than making dinner rolls. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Homemade Hamburger Buns The first time I made my own hamburger buns, my family wouldn’t stop talking about how much they loved their burgers (case in point: don’t miss my darling daughter who guest stared in the video taste test below)....
Don’t miss the video tutorial below to see how simple it is to whip up this mouthwatering, sticky chicken at home! This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. We love simple chicken recipes from General Tso’s Chicken to Lemon Chicken. If you’re looking for easy and flavorful dinner ideas, be sure to add this Honey Garlic Chicken recipe to your Pinterest board. Its perfect blend of flavors makes it a quick, delicious meal everyone will love....
Honey Mustard Pork Tenderloin Sheet Pan Dinner I love a good sheet-pan dinner! A delicious and satisfying dinner doesn’t require a giant mess in your sink. This honey mustard pork is paired with a sauce so delicious your family will be begging for it over and over again. I think I really out-did myself this time. Using the green beans as a bed for the pork tenderloin, each spear was able to bubble and cook away in that amazing honey mustard sauce and the juices from the pork....
You can cook quinoa for meal prep and keep it in the fridge, ready to use in salads, veggie burgers, and grain bowls. It’s a nourishing alternative to pasta and rice and rich in fulfilling protein. It cooks in 10 to 12 minutes, and it can be added to recipes ranging from salad bowls to veggie burgers. There are several types of quinoa, the most common being white, red, black, and tri-color quinoa....
Even if you forget your brownies are in there for TWO HOURS, they won’t burn. (Yep, I’ve done that.) Since these brownies are cooked with steam pressure, they also won’t dry out or brown around the edges. This means you don’t have to worry about acrylamide forming, like you might in the oven. Because the Instant Pot keeps baked goods so moist, your batter needs to be thicker, almost like play-doh....
The Best Irish Scones Scones are one of my favorite treats to have for breakfast with my cup of coffee because they’re so good! You can even have these with an Irish coffee! While you can pay an exorbitant amount of money for them at your local coffee shop, they’re much more affordable to make at home, plus you can enjoy them for days to come! These Irish Scones are pretty similar to any other scone recipe you might try in the sense that they have the same simple combination of flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, butter and cream....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Pasta Salad Ingredients: Italian Pasta Salad is a meal in itself with protein, grains and plenty of vegetables. It has vibrant Italian flavors with kalamata olives, fresh mozzarella cheese, salami, and parsley. We love that you can change up the ingredients based on what you have on hand. Try substituting with diced bell pepper, or crunchy broccoli, or use Feta instead of Mozarella cheese to add some Greek flavors....
Super Easy Greek Lamb Souvlaki Recipe I have an easy recipe for you for Lamb Souvlaki, which is one of the most popular street foods in Greece. You’ll love how easy it is to make, but more importantly you’ll love how tender and juicy the lamb is, so if you love lamb meat, then this recipe is for you. The hardest part about this recipe is waiting for the lamb to marinate, but the wait is so worth it....
Be sure to serve this with a side of No Knead Bread, and try my Chicken Taco Soup recipe next! Meatball Soup I know that the ingredient list is a little bit long here, but this recipe has the best combination of flavors. My family (picky 5-year old included), loves this recipe. Adding a dollop of Ricotta cheese prior to serving really takes it to the next level. PRO TIP: If you have the rind from a block of Parmesan or Romano cheese, add it to the soup while it simmers for next level flavor!...
Whether you serve it as a main course or as a side dish, it’s sure to be a hit. Try serving it with Eggplant Lasagna or Whole Roasted Cauliflower, for a veggie-packed meal. Or try adding cooked chicken on top, for extra protein. Need a vegan recipe? This recipe is vegan friendly when you leave off the feta cheese. You can add a dollop of hummus, instead, for added creaminess....
That was until I started smelling burning. I turned around and noticed faint wisps of smoke coming out of the oven. I high tailed over there, opened the oven door, and saw flames licking the bottom. Ahhh! As this was happening, my older brother was still asleep on the living room couch, about 7 feet away from 2 panicked teenagers. For whatever reason, I didn’t want to wake up my brother, so I closed the kitchen door to contain the smoke (and quite possibly suffocate myself)....
Moo Goo Gai Pan The traditional recipe is essentially chicken with mushrooms, mixed with some other veggies that seem to vary depending on who is preparing it. The secret to this dish is preparing all your ingredients first, because it all cooks rather quickly. While looking at the ingredient list for this recipe could scare you away, don’t worry, it’s crazy how simple this dish is too cook. Prepping all your ingredients, literally is the hardest part of making this recipe because cooking it takes 5 to 7 minutes....
Mushroom Chicken Bites I guarantee you will not be disappointed if you try this recipe. It really is quick and easy, especially for a weeknight family dinner. Although you can use other cuts of chicken, I like the chicken thighs as they are more tender and flavorful. Creamy mashed potatoes or rice pair beautifully with these chicken bites. I’m all about whipping up quick dinners during the week, and this one ticks all the boxes, it’s ready in just 25 minutes....
Easy 3 Ingredient No Bake Oreo Cake Pops Recipe Who doesn’t love a quick and easy dessert that will impress both kids and adults alike? These no-bake Oreo cake pops are just the thing for when you want to create a scrumptious treat without even turning on the oven. Combining the rich flavor of Oreo cookies with the smooth creaminess of cream cheese, these cake pops will have everyone reaching for seconds....
Strawberry Cheesecake Pops I have been making these cute little pops for at least 6 years. (Warning, they are addicting.) They make a great idea for birthday parties, graduations, or just a fun dessert idea! The Secret to Smooth Cheesecake Using ingredients that are completely at room temperature is the key to ensuring you won’t have lumpy batter. Beat the room temperature cream cheese with an electric mixer first, until it’s nice and smooth, before you add in the other ingredients....
No Knead Hot Cross Buns This really is the best hot cross buns recipe! I’ve made them twice already this past week and let me tell you that I’m still not tired of eating them. They’re just so perfect for breakfast with coffee or for a quick snack. I absolutely love them. You know what’s great about hot cross buns? They really are versatile. My version here is for apple cinnamon hot cross buns, but check out my original recipe here with raisins soaked in rum, which are just as great....
I can’t resist the aroma that fills my kitchen every time I bake this Olive Cheddar Bread. The sharp cheddar’s richness melds beautifully with the tang of olives, all encased in a soft, pillowy loaf. It’s the perfect companion for any soup or simply enjoyed on its own, slathered with butter. Active dry yeast: The leavening agent that makes the bread rise. You can substitute with instant yeast, but adjust the proofing time accordingly....
