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First, a little about mussels… Though they may not be quite as famous as some other seafood varieties, mussels are a great food choice for a number of reasons: They’re a healthy, lean protein packed with healthy omega 3 fatty acids and several important minerals like zinc, folate and iron. Mussels are sustainably farmed and actually improve the water quality where they are grown. They are so good for the local environment that the Ecological Society of American stated that eating mussels may be a greener option than going vegan!...

This particular shape of pasta is one of the best when it comes to absorbing sauces, creating a mouthwatering end result. With these recipes, you will be able to make rich meat dishes along with light vegetarian ones, perfect for any occasion or craving. Get ready to whip up something special tonight – explore our favorite paccheri pasta recipes below! Paccheri Recipes: 1. Paccheri Pasta with Artichokes, Shrimp and Pancetta Wanna make a fancy dinner for your pasta night?...

Cherry tomatoes are full of flavors, crunchy fresh, bursting with juices. They not only go great in salads but cooking with them produces one of the tastiest and best looking meals. We decided to make a list of all the great cherry tomato recipes you can make this season. They can be grape tomatoes, or cherry tomatoes, or cherry heirloom tomatoes or cherry tomatoes on the vine. All of them can go in any of these following recipes....

There are a wide variety of Asian cuisines, as therefore a variety of different sides. That’s why we’ve compiled this great list of easy Asian Side Dishes for you to try. You’ll find all the well know dishes like rice preparations, noodles and various rolls, as well as many unique sides you may not have heard of. Go through all of these great Asian sides, you’re in for some great flavors!...

Here you’ll find everything from pastas to soups, rice dishes to skillet meals, and so much more. The variety is amazing! Cook your way through all of these delicious and easy frozen shrimp recipes, you’ll be glad you did! How to Thaw Frozen Shrimp: Place the frozen shrimp in a large bowl, and fill with cold tap water. Stir every few minutes, and break apart large clumps of shrimp. The shrimp should be fully thawed within 15-20 minutes, depending on size....

From cinnamon muffins, to healthy carrot cake muffins, to raspberry almond mini muffins, I have found it all! And I have both sweet and savory recipes to satisfy anyone’s taste buds. You won’t want to miss out. Whether you’re making them for yourself, your kids, or a party, everyone is sure to be impressed. So what are you waiting for? Start baking now! Mini Muffin Recipes: 1. Blueberry Streusel Mini Muffins with Greek Yogurt Calling all blueberry fans!...

Everyone loves popcorn, don’t they? It’s crazy addictive. You keep on reaching for more from that bucketful until it’s empty. The great thing is, it’s extremely easy and incredibly fast to make. You don’t have to settle for just plain salted. You can come up with so many unique flavor combinations, so many delicious gourmet popcorns with just a few simple ingredients. Some are as easy as just mixing a syrup concoction and some might need a little extra time for baking....

Brisket is one of our favorite comfort foods. Braise it, smoke it, roast it or crockpot it, you’re always in for a treat. This list of easy Sides for Brisket will help round out your meal. Whether you’re looking for veggie sides or something starchy, this recipe collection has it all. Cook your way through all of these great brisket sides. We just bet you’ll find some new favorites!...

Whether eaten as a main, or piled alongside some fried chicken or meatloaf as a side, it’s a dish we can all agree is absolutely irresistible. We decided to compile a list of delicious and easy Mac and Cheese Recipes to up your comfort food game. Here you’ll find everything from basic stovetop and baked recipes, to unique methods like sheet pan, slow cooker and instant pot. We have rounded up recipes that include various meats and veggies, and even some with unique flavorings like Cajun seasoning and Indian masala....

We love our slow cooked meals, so that’s why we compiled this great collection of Crockpot Recipes from GypsyPlate and around the internet. From crockpot soups and stews to roasts, ribs, meatballs and so much more, there’s just so many wonderful crockpot recipes you can make when you don’t want to work too much in your kitchen. Somehow, when meat cooks low and slow for hours in your slow cooker, it always ends up melt in your mouth tender and delicious....

Whether you’re on a health kick or you just want to try something new, there’s sure to be a recipe for you! If you want a nice lunch or a yummy dessert you’re in the right place! From Stuffed Avocados to Raw Vegan Chili to Raw Vegan Chocolate Truffles, there’s no shortage of tastiness! So what are you waiting for? Get ready to find your new favorite recipe. I just know you’ll be impressed!...

Whether you’re just looking for something new to do with your favorite summer squash, or trying to find low-carb alternatives to classic recipes, we’ve got you covered! From soups and casseroles, to skillet meals and various zucchini boats, there’s so much variety to choose from. Cook your way through all, and you’ll never wonder “what to cook with zucchini?” again! Check out our collection of favorite Squash Recipes! 1. Mediterranean Zucchini Boats Zucchini boats are a cute and creative way to make zucchini, so we’re starting off this list with these Mediterranean zucchini boats....

Corn Fritters are our newest summer obsession that we have been enjoying lots of lately. They are studded with plenty of corn kernels and I amp up the corn flavor by swapping out some of the flour you see in standard fritter recipes for cornmeal. Also, whenever I’m using fresh corn straight off the cob, I have a secret trick for boosting that fresh corn flavor even more: after cutting off the corn kernels, rub the dull edge of a butter knife across the de-kerneled cob to release any corn pulp and juices that didn’t get cut off!...

So we were thinking to combine all of these occasions for some outing out of Florida. The temperatures in our Florida town were still in the upper 80’s, so we wanted to go a little north up the coast. The Georgia and Carolina shores always beckon us for their beautiful coastlines, so we decided to spend a week in the Outer Banks, followed by a week in the Blue Ridge Mountains for Thanksgiving with Jason’s parents, then rounding up with a few days on Jekyll Island, in Georgia....

We’ve gone through them all and narrowed them down to give you our top recipes from the past year. Top Recipes of 2023: 1. Marry Me Chicken A delicious chicken dish with 150K views, this is by far our most popular recipe of 2023. This creamy, dreamy Marry Me Chicken recipe is the perfect dish for romantic occasions, or any time you crave something delicious! Get the Recipe: Marry Me Chicken...

Look, I know it’s not cool to like Jell-O, okay? But can we just get over our food snobbery for a second and admit that Jell-O is delicious? I know it’s retro and weird and nobody knows what food group it’s in because maybe it’s not real food and blah, blah, blah. But I say phooey to all that because honestly, it’s just yummy! And I make this triple layer Christmas Jell-O every year, without fail, so why not share it on the blog?...

I think of jalapeño poppers and I think of greasy, deep fried bar food. It’s the sort of thing they regularly serve with ranch dressing, as if they needed more flavor or the extra calories! Well, as much as I love fried foods (and I do), I actually like these 1000x better! Plus they are certainly healthier when filled with a nut-based cheese and baked. I love combination of mild and creamy almond cheese paired with the spicy, ultra-flavorful, roasted jalapeños....

This recipe was sponsored by Pacific Foods. If I could eat pasta 5 nights a week I would. Ok, let’s be honest. When dinner is this easy, this quick, this tasty, well, sometimes I do! This sun dried tomato cream sauce comes together in the time it takes for water to boil and pasta to cook. And you only need to do the teensiest bit of chopping and prep! It’s that simple....

Meal planning can be hard. And grocery shopping without a plan can be disastrous. Let me help! Tuesday Baja Fish Tacos Wednesday Chicken Pot Pie Thursday Pork Green Chili Friday Chicken Spaghetti Bonus Peanut Butter M&M Cookies 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 plan. And the best part is, I have a free shopping list of ALL the ingredients for all five recipes making shopping a breeze....

We’ve compiled this list of the best Sides for Scallops so you always know what to have alongside them. You’ll find a huge variety of scallop sides, from salads to vegetables to starches. It’s all here! Go through all of these sides for scallops. You’ll never be wondering “what to serve with scallops?” again! What to Serve With Scallops 1. Caesar Salad If you want to master your salad game, this easy Caesar Salad recipe is a MUST!...