Why make a smoothie? Homemade elderberry syrup is delicious on its own, but it’s not always easy to get my kids to take it by the spoonful. Adding it to a smoothie makes it easier! If you’re not familiar with elderberries, research suggests that elderberry extract may help to reduce the duration of flu symptoms by up to 4 days, and it may also help to reduce the severity of the illness....
Make this filet mignon steak, served with creamy mashed potatoes and asparagus for your next special occasion and you will get rave reviews. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Filet Mignon Recipe: Beef tenderloin steak is probably the MOST expensive cut of beef so it can be intimidating, but honestly it’s difficult to mess this up following the recipe. To give you an extra nudge of confidence, watch the video tutorial below on how to cook the best filet mignon....
If you’re not familiar with Tagalongs, they feature a crisp shortbread-like cookie topped with a layer of creamy peanut butter, and then the whole thing is covered in chocolate. It’s basically a chocolate-covered peanut butter cup with a crunchy cookie added in the middle. In other words, perfection. When I started working with grain-free baking a few years ago, I thought it was nearly impossible to create a “crispy” cookie using almond flour, but that was before I discovered arrowroot starch....
This gorgeous red grapefruit mimosa just screams summer. BBQ parties and fruity cocktails go hand in hand for me – they’re even better when enjoying them with friends and family. That’s what summer means to me, enjoying the simple things with the ones you love. I love my fruity cocktails, or any cocktails for that matter so this drink fits the bill. The beautiful, bright citrus flavor from the grapefruit paired with the aromatic, earthiness of the basil make this drink certainly special....
Why You’ll Love It It tastes like ranch dressing. Unlike other creamy salad dressings that call for mayo or sour cream, this recipe uses plain greek yogurt as the base. All you have to do is stir in a few herbs and spices! It’s low in oil. While most dressing recipes use olive oil as the base, this recipe requires only 1 tablespoon of oil to help it thicken up. (This is ideal if you want to serve it as a veggie dip!...
Be sure to try my Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Sausage Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, and Dinner Rolls next! Green Bean Casserole One of my all-time favorite side dish recipes at a holiday dinner table is definitely Green Bean Casserole. I promise you, this recipe does not disappoint! This dish is made entirely from scratch with a flavorful creamy mushroom filling that’s accompanied by a two-cheese combo and classic crispy fried onions! Bonus: The entire dish can be made 2 days ahead of time!...
The Best Guacamole Burger Recipe Combine the classic succulence of a grilled burger with the creamy richness of homemade guacamole, and you get the guacamole burger—a harmonious blend of flavors. With each bite, the melt-in-your-mouth provolone and juicy beef complement the zesty avocado mix, making every mouthful a culinary celebration. Ground beef: The primary protein source and the star of the burger. Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option....
Just the smell of these sweet and fluffy cinnamon rolls brings me back so far in time. This recipe came from my grandmother, (AKA my Bachi). The name of the recipe as it was printed out was “Gossipy Sweet Rolls” and my sister absolutely hated that name. (So naturally, that’s what we called it. 🤣) These was a holiday tradition in our house, we had them at every Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter....
Honey meets fresh garlic and ginger meets plump juicy shrimp. These meaty little morsels swim in a finger licking sauce. Can it possibly get any better? These shrimp are really to die for. I had some of that marinade left over, so after cooking the shrimp I added it to the skillet and cooked it for a couple minutes until it reduced a bit and thickened, then just use that to dip your shrimp in....
I hate to burst your bubble, but there is no such thing as boneless chicken wings. They are actually pieces of chicken breast. Having said that, this recipe is seriously out of this world. It tastes like chicken wings and this BBQ sauce is the bomb. Seriously, if you make this for your significant other, if they’re not already in love with you, they will fall in love with you....
Instant Pot Rice Cook Times If you need a quick reference for cooking rice, here is the timing I use for cooking the most common varieties of rice How to Cook Brown Rice in the Instant Pot You can cook rice 2 different ways in the Instant Pot. The most straight-forward way is to pour the rice and water directly into the bottom of the stainless steel pot and cook it on its own....
Best Instant Pot Ham Recipe Did you know that the days of having to turn your oven on to make ham are over!?! Don’t get me wrong I will always love and still make my Bourbon Glazed Baked Ham, but it does require more cooking time and effort. And some days you just don’t have the extra time! Not to mention, the extra oven space when it comes to making a holiday feast!...
Lamb Stew Recipe This lamb stew is about as simple to make as stews can get! I mean it! A handful of ingredients, minimal prep time and all you have to do is wait for the stew to cook. So why Irish lamb stew? Over Christmas we had a couple friends stay with us from Ireland. When friends come to visit they always ask me what to bring me and my answer is always a cookbook from where they live....
Irish Potato Cakes (Potato Farls) I’ve made these using fresh mashed potatoes, but this is also the perfect recipe if you have leftover mashed potatoes from the night before. They are so easy to make with a nice crisp exterior and soft and creamy interior. My favorite way to eat them is for breakfast with eggs, because you can never have too many eggs. Actually, If I also fry up some bacon, I’ll save the bacon fat to cook the potato cakes in it for a little extra decadence....
Mile High Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits I’ve got to share my latest obsession with you – these Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits. They’re the perfect combo of cheesy comfort and a little spicy kick. With every bite, you get the ooey-gooey richness of cheddar cheese, balanced perfectly with the zesty punch of jalapeños. It’s a simple, no-fuss recipe that delivers big on flavor, and trust me, your kitchen will smell heavenly as they bake!...
This almost one-pot dish is excellent for a cozy weeknight dinner and for meal prep. It’s nourishing, deeply satisfying, and suitable for omnivores and vegetarians craving Italian flavors. Instead of making the lasagna in a casserole dish and cooking it in the oven, we serve it in a bowl with the sauce and cheeses as toppings. First, we make a rich, flavor-packed lentil bolognese. The recipe is easy and has been well-tested by hundreds of our readers....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Lena, thank you so much for this amazing recipe. We loved it and so did the guys at our church construction site (see more about that below). They were easy and tasted amazing! I ended up grinding my own pork and beef but you may use pre-ground. I prefer ground chuck or ground sirloin (“beef” sounds like mystery meat to me!...
The Best M&M Cookies Recipe These M&M cookies are the bomb! You have to try this combination of M&Ms, white chocolate chips and dark chocolate chips. Especially if you’re a huge chocolate lover like I am. Made with pantry staple ingredients, they’re crunchy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside and loaded with an array of chocolate; the perfect cookie. Why Make These M&M Cookies Delicious & Chewy Uses Pantry Staples Easy To Make Simple Recipe Loaded with Chocolate Great Cookie To Use Up Your Pantry Goodies...
Manicotti When you’re in the mood for an Italian feast, there’s nothing more satisfying than a classic Manicotti dinner. (With a side of garlic bread, of course.) This recipe has an incredible 4-cheese filling that you just can’t beat. Ricotta cheese is a must for manicotti, (cottage cheese can be used as a substitute in a pinch). Cream cheese ensures that the filling is incredibly creamy, (and not grainy). Parmesan and mozzarella cheese round it all out, along with the best combination of herbs and some garlic for enhanced flavor....
This is the Chili & Cornbread (gluten-free & corn-free) that I’ll be showing you how to make this week! LIVE Meal Prep This Week: I will be doing several LIVE cooking demonstrations this week, to celebrate the release of my new book on Tuesday. Join me at 8:30pm CST (9:30pm EST / 6:30pm PST) on Facebook or Instagram to watch me cook from the book! Sunday night LIVE: I’ll be making my Two Bean Chili from The Fresh & Healthy Instant Pot Cookbook....
