You guys. These aren’t just soft whole wheat dinner rolls. They are the softest, most tender, of dinner rolls. Made with 100% whole wheat. Not a sprinkling of white flour in there! I’m completely blown away and you will be too! When I set out to create a 100% whole grain bread roll, I have to admit my expectations were low. Whole wheat bread usually is vastly enhanced by using white flour for up to 1/2 of the total flour....
We love grilling season and all the easy meals we can make using a charcoal or gas grill. Some of our other grilling recipes that are popular with readers are Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs, Easy Grilled Shrimp Skewers, and Grilled Flank Steak with Mushrooms! Back before I started my blog, I was shopping at our local farmer’s market when I got stopped by a talent scout looking for people interested in cooking who might like to try out for a reality tv cooking show....
We love cheesecake in all its forms, whether that’s a full-scale pumpkin cheesecake, mini cheesecakes, or these delectable cheesecake bars that are probably the easiest of them all. They are perfectly spiced, creamy and smooth, and the marbled effect of the swirled plain and pumpkin cheesecake bases never fails to impress. I like to cut these bars into smaller squares to take to holiday gatherings or school events for the kids and they are always a huge hit....
From classic Mediterranean dishes to refreshing salads, this recipe collection includes something for every occasion. Cook your way through all of these great octopus dishes, and learn how to make the most of this underrated seafood! Octopus Recipes: 1. Pulpo a la Gallega Pulpo a la Gallega (Galician-style octopus) hails from the picturesque Galicia in the northwest of Spain. This dish may seem simple, featuring tender octopus, a drizzle of olive oil, and select seasonings, but prepare to be utterly enchanted by its divine flavors....
From simple roasted vegetables to hearty grains and more, these sides have something for every taste. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or an impressive dish to serve guests, these pairings are sure to become new favorites for pork tenderloin nights. What to Serve with Pork Tenderloin 1. Roasted Asparagus These easy Roasted Asparagus are an essential veggie side dish you need in your repertoire. They’re the perfect accompaniment to pork tenderloin, and they’re so easy!...
With a few simple ingredients and techniques, you can create delicious starters that will set the tone for an amazing evening. From savory to sweet, these mouthwatering recipes are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Discover this collection of delectable French appetizers today, and let us show you how easy it is to transform ordinary dishes into culinary masterpieces! French Appetizers: 1. Olive Tapenade Let’s begin this list of amazing Appetizer Recipes with a French favorite, Olive Tapenade!...
With its bold, fresh flavors and bright colors, Brazilian cuisine make for an ideal way to diversity your cooking repertoire. From classic favorites like feijoada (black bean stew)and Moqueca to some stunning desserts, there is something unique for everyone’s tastes. Let’s celebrate this amazing country with some delicious Brazilian recipes that will be sure to spice up any dining experience! Brazilian Recipes: 1. Moqueca (Brazilian Seafood Stew) We’re starting off our list of Brazilian Recipes with one of the most delicious dishes in the world, Moqueca....
There are cozy soups, hearty pastas, tasty appetizers and a ton more ideas on this Italian Sausage Recipes list, the sky’s the limit! Whether you’re hosting company or just looking for a super quick weeknight dinner, you’ll find something on this Italian Sausage ideas list. Go through this whole list, and never wonder “what to cook with Italian sausage?” again! Enjoy… The Best Italian Sausage Recipes: 1. Zuppa Toscana A giant pot of this creamy concoction made up of crumbled Italian sausage, tender, melt in your mouth potatoes, crispy heavenly bacon, and the goodness of kale....
Those gorgeous looking cherry tomatoes in a slightly buttery-orangey sauce with hints of basil are just too good on otherwise plain chicken breast. The perfect answer to end a rather busy day is this Fast Flourish!! I get you my readers, life is fast and demanding. I get it every single day. I thought life as a stay home mom would be a breeze, taking a break from my gypsying lifestyle, living out of suitcase for months at a time....
This post is sponsored by Colavita. I am always looking for easy toddler meals. And since we are forever fans of Pastina Soup and Pastina Pasta, I wanted to try a different flavor variation that’s just as cozy. And this recipe, which needs just five simple ingredients is so easy and delicious. We make a flavorful mixture of broth and tomato, so the base of the soup is rich and delicious....
Everybody knows that Germany is famous for sauerkraut, but not as many seem to have heard about rotkohl (pronounced rote-coal). I like eating vegetables, but I LOVE eating rotkohl. It’s seriously so, so good that I always want second helpings. If you have ever been to Germany or eaten at a German restaurant, chances are you have seen this favorite traditional dish. We love German food and eating out at German restaurants....
Baby Meatballs We love our Baked Chicken Meatballs so much that I wanted to see if we could do a similar meatball recipe with turkey, since I know that’s a meat option many families enjoy. (And it tends to be inexpensive.) Paired with sweet potato for extra nutrition and flavor, these meatballs are seriously delicious. They are great served straight out of the oven, simmered in Marinara Sauce, or even paired with a Cheese Sauce....
We use this vanilla pastry cream so often that I decided it needed it’s own dedicated post. It’s perfect for filling French Fruit Tarts, Cream Puffs, Burnt Almond Cake, eclairs, cupcakes, and more! I first made this recipe when attempting to make authentic French fruit tarts that could equal the ones I enjoyed during my visits to Paris and other parts of France. Julia Child’s famous cookbook, Mastering the Art of French Cooking, was my primary source for learning how to make creme patisserie, which is the french name for this creamy, thick custard filling that has a silky smooth texture and is sturdy enough to be piped in swirls....
Dal Makhani (pronounced makh-nee) is probably everyone’s favorite dal. It’s creamy and rich, with a silky almost luscious texture to the gravy. It hits those perfect savory notes, bursting with Indian spices and balanced with just enough of the sweet leaning ones. Dal translates to pulses (and typically refers to lentils) while makhani means with butter. But while this dish is essentially named “lentils with butter,” we all know and love it specifically as the Punjabi dish of urad dal with kidney beans cooked in a creamy rich tomatoey gravy....
As a self-proclaimed pancake lover, I’m here to tell you that peach pancakes are actually the best pancakes! These pancakes are everything you want from an American-style pancake: fat and fluffy, buttery tasting, and with a beautifully tender crumb. But then you add ripe peaches to the mix, adding them to the batter in a way that lets them caramelize their sugars directly on the pan, and… chef’s kisses. Dollop on some whipped coconut cream, pour on plenty of real maple syrup, and sit down and enjoy yourself the most perfect peach pancake breakfast!...
This recipe was sponsored by Pacific Foods. To the uninitiated, shakshuka is a popular breakfasty dish made of a spiced tomato sauce, typically with poached eggs. Shakshuka is popular across the Middle East, North Africa, and Mediterranean and while its origins are disputed it is thought to date back to at least the Ottoman Empire. My vegan shakshuka is inspired by its most iconic modern day version with a richly flavored tomatoey base laced with cumin, coriander, paprika, and a hint of nutmeg....
I love that this chili recipe is packed full of beans and veggies, making it a great source of vitamins C and A, as well as vegetarian protein and fiber. The pieces of veggies are big enough to be finger food if your toddler prefers their hands over a spoon. And the sweet potato lends a pleasant sweetness that pairs well with the mild Mexican flavors. But mostly, it just tastes good, which is where I like to start with any recipe I share....
Vegetarian Quesadillas I love to use inexpensive pantry staples, like pinto beans, as the base for healthy quesadillas because it’s an easy way for me to make a nutritious dinner that everyone enjoys. These quesadillas are made with just three simple ingredients and are perfect to make on even a busy weeknight. In addition to our fav Spinach Quesadillas, they are a meal we make all the time. These quick quesadillas come together in about 10 minutes and you can make as few or as many as you like....
The Florida Everglades is a vast wetland ecosystem located not that far outside of Miami. It’s actually the 3rd largest national park in the contiguous United States (only Yellowstone and Death Valley are larger) and is bigger than Rhode Island or Delaware! It was established in 1947 and to really see all of it would take days, if not weeks, since there are so many different areas to cover. If you are planning a trip to Florida or happen to be near Miami, I highly recommend adding this gem of a national park to your itinerary!...
Monday Easy Chicken Fried Rice Tuesday Baked Salmon with Mango Salsa Wednesday Sausage Rigatoni Thursday Greek Meatballs (Keftedes) Friday Outback Alice Springs Chicken Bonus Scotcheroos Meal planning can be hard. And grocery shopping without a plan can be disastrous. Let me help! Having a meal plan makes life so much easier. So we have thoughtfully put together a curated menu of 5 amazing dinner recipes each week so you don’t have to....
