Well, I’ll be darned! I’ve made frozen banana ice cream so many times that I was starting to get sick of the flavor. After all, it’s just a banana. A few days ago, I decided to add a bit of fat. Fat’s the solution to all kitchen quandaries, isn’t it? In goes a bit of coconut peanut butter and coconut milk, out comes something that is FREAKIN AWESOME. “Freakin” is totally a legit superlative....
When I was growing up in San Francisco, I went to Chinese school every Saturday morning. Yup, no Saturday cartoons for me! Just a few blocks away from the school was a popular Vietnamese café that sold banh mi sandwiches for $1.75. Chinese school was over at noon, which meant that the café would be crammed with hungry people. I was among that crowd. Their banh mi sandwiches were so tasty that I couldn’t help but squeeze my way up to the counter to order a BBQ pork one....
We’ve finally come to my favorite food growing up. Pea stew! My mom would make this probably at least once a week and it was my favorite food ever! I remember my sister used to hate it, because she hated peas, and I was more than happy to eat her serving too, because I just loved the sweetness of the peas, still do! Tender beef, loads of peas, and simple spices meld together to create one hearty, totally delicious, true comfort food dish....
This bark is quick, simple and will leave you wondering how it all disappeared so fast. What’s better than a tempting treat that you can snack on while knowing it’s so good for you? Nothing! The best part about this bark is how creative you can get with your toppings! Dress it up or dress it down. This recipe will allow you to experiment with so many combinations; you can’t go wrong....
We love homemade appetizers, from Crispy Fried Zucchini to Shrimp Cocktail. If you’re a fan of easy finger foods too, then this Blistered Shishito Peppers recipe is a must-try. Watch the video tutorial and you will be craving them. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Blistered Shishito Peppers Recipe Blistered shishito peppers used to be a specialty dish found in Japanese restaurants, but suddenly they’re on restaurant menus everywhere....
Bread Pudding Made Simple This Bread Pudding recipe is a true crowd-pleaser, turning simple ingredients into something extraordinary. Imagine soft brioche bread soaked in a sweet, spiced custard, baked to golden perfection, and then drizzled with a rich, buttery sauce. It’s the perfect blend of comfort and indulgence, easy enough for any day but special enough for celebrations. Brioche Bread: Forms the base of the pudding, offering a rich, buttery texture....
Be sure to try my Buffalo Chicken Pizza next! Buffalo Chicken Pasta My favorite part about this pasta, (other than the incredible cream sauce), is that you can throw everything into One Pot and it comes out perfect every time. This recipe is great with fresh, leftover, or rotisserie chicken. You can use any kind of pasta for this recipe, and feel free to make it with ranch dressing instead of blue cheese if preferred....
Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe Get ready for a fresh twist on one of my all-time favorite Italian classics! Introducing my caprese pasta salad recipe! Just like my Mini Caprese Salad Bites and Caprese Chicken, this dish captures the essence of a traditional caprese salad with its irresistible combination of fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and balsamic reduction. However, in this mouthwatering variation, all the ingredients come together with tender cooked pasta to create the ultimate Italian-inspired pasta salad!...
Get ready to bring the fiesta to your kitchen with this remarkable Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup! This isn’t just any soup – it’s an explosion of flavors that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance. Imagine sinking your spoon into a hearty, creamy blend that’s chock-full of succulent roasted chicken, tangy enchilada sauce, sweet corn, and protein-rich black beans. It’s like a traditional Mexican enchilada, but in a cozier, more comforting form....
Chicken Adobo This Filipino Chicken Adobo is such an easy recipe to make and the results are incredibly delicious. Sweet, sticky and tangy chicken, is what I’m talking about. Amazing for a weeknight dinner recipe, a brunch plate or even an addition to a fancy family dinner, this recipe is so delicious it goes with every occasion. You can even prep it ahead and marinate it overnight, then cook it when you come from home the next day!...
Chicken And Sausage Penne Jambalaya One of my favorite dishes to order whenever I go out to a restaurant is jambalaya. I used to only ever order it out because I thought it would be complicated to make, but I couldn’t have been more wrong! This recipe is so simple and tasty to whip up and the best part is it’ll be on your table in only 30 minutes. This is a recipe recipe from my book, a favorite of mine, a penne jambalaya with chicken and sausage....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. There’s a secret ingredient in this Chicken Alfredo. Seconds? I think so!! One of my readers (Yana) wrote in with this Chicken and Vegetable Penne Alfredo recipe. Its the same Yana who shared her famous recipe for bird’s milk jello. She got this pasta recipe from her friend Viva. See there’s some history here! 😉 Thank you ladies and you were right this recipe is delicious, quick and easy!...
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This white chicken chili is so easy! I love a good one-pot meal. You basically toss everything into a slow cooker and let it be for half the day. It takes minimal effort and it’s definitely a crowd pleaser! My co-worker, Amaia, shared this recipe with me after bringing it to a potluck. Thanks Amaia; it was well-loved by my husband ;)....
These bite-sized truffles make an easy dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan dessert. (Make sure you check the label on your chocolate chips if you need them to be dairy-free; many brands naturally are!) Paired with creamy avocado and a touch of vanilla, this truffle recipe is the perfect treat for Valentine’s Day or whenever you need a chocolate fix. Ingredients You’ll Need While most recipes rely on heavy cream or butter, these truffles get their creaminess from a ripe avocado....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. You may have noticed these lovelies on the Kiev Cake Recipe post. My cousin, Alla gave me the awesome idea for a chocolate leaf. It’s an easy way to fancy-up a cake. All you need is some leaves and semi-sweet chocolate. I tried doing this with leaves from a rose-bush and the leaves stuck onto the chocolate. I found that using fake plant leaves work even better....
I’m actually SHOCKED at how authentic they taste. My mother-in-law’s recipe calls for powdered sugar to create a thick peanut butter truffle, with crisp rice cereal mixed in for texture. I tried recreating a healthy grain-free version years ago, but the “crunch” was never quite the same as the original, so this year I decided to try adding in some crisp rice cereal to my date-sweetened batch. The result is amazing....
This coconut sugar icing is made with just a handful of natural ingredients and can be piped onto your favorite holiday cakes and cookies just like the traditional powdered sugar-based frostings. The key to this icing holding its shape is using a bit of all-natural shortening, which is made from a blend of virgin coconut oil and red palm oil. Normally, I’d never work with “shortening” because it’s too much of an exotic, specialty-type of ingredient, but if you think about it, icing itself is kind of a specialty recipe, right?...
Why You’ll Love Them These Cranberry Bars are: Lightly sweet & tart Dairy-free, with a crisp, buttery texture Gluten-free Prepped in 1 bowl and super-easy to make! If you don’t have leftover cranberry sauce on hand, you can also use any jelly or jam instead. Chia seed jam would be great here. I really like raspberry jam as a swap, to get a similar sweet & tart flavor. How to Make the Crumble Bars The crust and crumble topping are made at the same time, in the same bowl....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. As someone who really appreciates pasta, I have to say, this Creamy farfalle with peas and bacon was tasty and very easy to make. Well, I got some good news today. I’ve been accepted to the nursing program! God is soo good! I am very thankful, especially knowing how difficult it is for soo many who hope to get into nursing....
Blend all the ingredients together until you have a thick cream, almost like hummus.You can make the cream more or less smooth based on your preference. We like it smooth but with a grainy texture. Set aside.Note: depending on the chestnuts, you might need to add one or two tablespoons of extra soy milk to get the blender going. TIP: Wanna succeed with the basics of vegan pesto? For a comprehensive vegan pesto tutorial, see our basil vegan pesto guide that entails cooking methods and tips to succeed....
