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This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Raspberries, Chocolate and Apricots are a winning combination! This is the best cheesecake I’ve ever made, or tried. #ForReals. It’s creamy, decadent and will excite your taste buds. The cheesecake portion was modified from the brilliant Ina Garten’s Classic Cheesecake. I’ve made the base of this cheesecake so many times, I’ve lost count and it always wins a crowd. Make sure it’s completely chilled in the fridge before serving it....

A Delicious Sausage and Bean Soup I’m a soup kind of girl, what can I say. I love a good hearty soup, especially the ones that are filling, satisfying and comforting. This bean soup is the perfect example of a such a soup. I’m talking about lots of bold flavors in this soup, the kind of soup you can’t stop eating it, it’s so good. To me, soup should be a whole meal....

I first learned about savory oatmeal from Grandma Lin. She was a great cook in many ways. My goodness, I can still remember her scrumptious pan-fried catfish with peanuts. But when it came to oatmeal, she really only knew two ways of cooking it. Sweet: oatmeal cooked in milk with a spoonful of sugar and an egg swirled in. Savory: oatmeal cooked in water with perfectly diced chunks of Chinese sausage and a pinch of salt....

I certainly had a case of the breakfast blues yesterday. I just acquired a Belgian waffle iron from my sister (score!), so naturally, the only way to cure my breakfast blues is to make some waffles for dinner. Of course, no dinner is complete without some vegetables. Eat 5 a day, right? And look, every nook, pocket, divot, syrup holder, dimple (whatever you like to call the indentations of a waffle) is filled with vegetables!...

Be sure to try my Pasta Primavera and Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipes next! Shrimp Alfredo I have enjoyed adding to my collection of shrimp recipes lately, and it doesn’t get much better than classic Shrimp Alfredo. (With a buttery panko topping that’s truly amazing!) This recipe uses a combination of Parmesan and Asiago cheese and has a subtle blend of seasonings that is just perfect. I love to squeeze some fresh lemon on this at the end for a pop of fresh!...

If you’ve ever ordered a noodle dish from a Chinese restaurant, chances are you will have eaten some type of Chinese egg noodle. Made of wheat and eggs, Chinese egg noodles come in several common cuts: (1) very thin and narrowly cut noodles that are used in Hong Kong or Cantonese-style wonton noodle soup; (2) slightly thicker and wider cut wonton noodles; and (3) an even thicker but narrowly cut noodle commonly used for chow mein or other stir-fried noodle dishes....

Be sure to check out my Crispy Chicken Salad and Chef Salad next! Southwest Salad This Southwest Salad is loaded with everything you could ever want! You’ll be content for days after eating this! These are the ingredients that I used, but there are about a million other options too. Let’s get into it. Ingredients in Southwest Salad If you really want a complete list of what kinds of spices, fruits, vegetables, meats, starches, and extras that come from the Southwest, these guys have you covered....

Be sure to serve these with a side of honey mustard sauce! Ingredients Sausage Balls Spicy Ground Sausage– Sweet can be used as well. Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce Cream Cheese Cheddar Cheese Baking Mix– Like Bisquick Fresh Parsley– Optional Coca Cola Glaze Coca Cola Brown Sugar Corn Starch How to Make a Non-Spicy Version -Omit the Cayenne and Hot Sauce -Use Sweet Sausage Instead of Spicy -Use Non-Spicy Cheese, like Cheddar...

I get excited for the big game not because of the game but the snacks. It’s essentially 4 hours of uninhibited eating, and I love it. For those of you who are still wondering what to bring to your game day parties, these chili tofu wonton cups are for you! The wonton cups are made from square dumpling skins that are baked into a crunchy, chip-like cup. Then, I fill each cup with a light carrot and cabbage salad, as well as sweet chili tofu and chopped California Black Ripe Olives....

Easy Sweet Potato Hash Recipe One of my favorite things about weekends is the big breakfasts! But big breakfasts don’t have to mean hours in the kitchen. In fact, if you’ve already tried some of my other breakfast recipes like my tasty Shakshuka or my Spanish Migas then you know I’m all about lots of flavor in very little time. So this Sweet Potato Hash just like my Sausage Potato Hash follows that same idea of delicious comfort food that is easy to make....

What Is Szechuan Chicken? This is one of my favorite make at home take-out inspired recipes! In fact, you might say I’ve got a special place in my heart for Szechuan. Some of my favorites include Szechuan Pork and Szechuan Chili Shrimp. But it occurred to me that I’d not yet shared my love for Szechuan chicken. So I broke out my wok, got to cooking, and decided that it was time!...

Easy Thai Chicken Ramen Recipe I’m excited to share this easy Thai inspired chicken ramen soup because the flavors in this soup are so good, it can rival any restaurant Thai ramen version, but best of all it’s all ready in just 30 minutes. This soup is loaded with all kinds of great ingredients like chicken, mushrooms, bell peppers, ramen noodles and some Thai staples to generously and deliciously flavor this soup....

Why You’ll Love Them They’re gluten-free. Almond flour is naturally gluten-free, and a great low carb alternative to traditional flours. These gluten-free brownies are perfect for those following a grain-free or Paleo diet. They’re also dairy-free when you use coconut oil! They taste delicious. This almond flour brownie recipe has a rich chocolate flavor that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. (It tastes 100x better than a boxed mix!) They are easy to make....

Be sure to try my Ravioli Sauce and Baked Ravioli recipes next! Tortellini Sauce Now that we’ve nailed down the perfect ravioli sauce recipe, I think it’s time we make room for this incredible Tortellini Sauce. This sauce is speedy enough to be an easy weeknight meal, but it’s also fancy and indulgent enough for date night! What Makes It Different Browned butter adds a slightly sweet, nutty flavor that perfectly offsets the savory Parmesan and Asiago cheese....

Best Turkey Gravy Recipe If there’s one thing that can elevate your Thanksgiving feast to a gastronomic delight, it’s a rich and utterly delectable gravy. And I’m here to share with you the secrets to creating the best turkey gravy you’ve ever tasted. Made with leftover turkey drippings, fresh herbs, and a little bit of love, it’s so darn delicious that you’ll want to pour it over everything, from mashed potatoes and stuffing to homemade dinner rolls!...

Why You’ll Love Them No raw eggs in the dough. That means you can taste-test as much raw cookie dough as you’d like to! Simple ingredients. The only specialty ingredient here is almond flour, which is simply made from ground almonds. There’s no need to use multiple flours or starches, the way some other gluten-free cookie recipes require. Gluten-free & dairy-free. These cookies are made without butter and are perfect for those on a gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, or vegan diet....

Is Sriracha Sauce Vegan? Luckily for us, most brands of sriracha sauces are naturally vegan already. The main ingredients in sriracha are chili peppers, garlic, sugar, vinegar, and salt, but it’s always a good idea to check the label before you buy a bottle if ensuring it’s vegan is important to you. Note: Some sugar is processed through bone char, which would make it not vegan. Certified organic sugar can’t be processed through bone char, so look for an organic brand of sriracha to be sure that it’s vegan....

Zucchini pesto is delightful. It’s probably the lightest of all pestos we’ve made. It has a mild flavor thanks to the raw zucchini and fresh basil and its creaminess makes it perfect to coat a dish of pasta or homemade gnocchi.Our recipe is very simple and is built upon our tried and tested vegan basil pesto. The best thing about it is that you don’t have to cook the zucchini, so you can put this sauce together in 5 minutes....

Happy February, everyone! January has been a doozy of a month for me, for many of us. I’m sorry to report that I haven’t stuck to my new year’s resolutions. I still wake up to check my emails and social media accounts the moment I roll out of bed (sometimes, while I’m still in bed). In an attempt to declutter the house, I managed to create more clutter–I have cardboard boxes lying all over my house....

Easy Yogurt Parfait Here’s how I like to start my day off on the right foot: with a delicious, layered Yogurt Parfait that’s as pretty as it is tasty. I begin with a generous base of thick Greek yogurt—vanilla for a hint of sweetness or plain for that tangy kick. It’s a creamy canvas waiting for its colorful toppings. Next, I sprinkle a hearty layer of crunchy granola for that satisfying bite, followed by a vibrant mix of fresh berries—strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries—that burst with juiciness in every spoonful....