If we are planning a party, dips are always one of our go-to things to serve. Some of our other favorites are Easy Refried Bean Dip, Maryland Hot Crab Dip, 7 Layer Dip, or Philly Cheesesteak Dip! Cinco de Mayo may be over, but we’re keeping the party going all summer long with this grilled Mexican street corn dip. Which is great since there are so many occasions during the summer that call for casual, fun food like a good hot corn dip!...
Today our tacos get a tad bit healthier (but do we really care when it comes to tacos??), and a lot leaner. Why? Cos it gets loaded with leanest meat out there. These Ground Turkey Tacos are absolutely delicious, loaded with flavors. It’s all in the seasonings and plenty of toppings!! Try this luscious, juicy ground turkey meat in between your favorite tacos, and make a very healthy, light meal out of your tacos....
This is a great summertime dish, when you want something light, yet satisfying. Give this refreshing tropical chicken salad a try in your house tonight! Why You’ll Love This Hawaiian Chicken Salad The marinade. With a combination of pineapple juice, coconut juice and other bright flavorings, it gives the chicken amazing flavor.It’s versatile. Along with the chicken and pineapple, you can use any of your favorite veggies.You can whip it up in about half an hour....
Helping Families in Need Wherever you may live, there are always so many ways to support other families with donations of money or goods. While this is by no means a comprehensive list—there are far too many local organizations to list!—these are the places I start. I’m also including some nonprofits that are local that have been recommended by my readers to give you more options. TIP: If you are able to set up a recurring donation, these organizations need funds all year long....
This luscious, creamy dip is our favorite. Why just ours? It’s everybody’s favorite!! The richness of tahini and chickpeas blended with tangy fresh lemon juice, a tiny hint of garlic and some toasty pine nuts. I bet most of you get drawn towards a nicely decorated hummus, itching to scoop it with some pita or other crunchies… ahhmm… delish and so easy!! What is Hummus? Hummus, literally meaning chickpeas in Arabic, is a spread made with cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic… simple as can be!...
Razzleberry Pie. It’s so fun to say! It just sounds like it’s going to be something exciting…and it is! Razzleberry Pie is what happens when you throw raspberries, blackberries, and a little magic together into a pie crust. It’s both sweet and a little tart, surrounded by a flaky, buttery crust. This pie is one of my absolute favorites! For this easy pie recipe, I was inspired by Marie Callender’s Razzleberry Pie, which my family used to buy years ago....
How to Get Toddlers to Eat Veggies Vegetables are often seen as the nutritional holy grail for both adults and kids—which means we often put a LOT of pressure on our families to eat them. Or on ourselves to “get” the kids to eat them. To start, we really have to remember that vegetables are not the only food group that matters. Yes, we do need vitamins and minerals commonly found in produce, but they are not the end all be all....
My secret to make it island style? Spicy, balanced with the right amount of sweetness and loads of zesty, bright flavors. And the best part? I use just a few simple ingredients from my pantry and whip up this dish in no time, under 20 minutes. Whether I’m cooking indoors or firing up the grill outside, these shrimp are versatile. I love serving them over rice, in tacos, salads, or wraps....
As you can see, I am going head over heels ga ga over this fancy sounding, yet super simple creamy, tart, tangy, spicy sauce. Remoulade sounds and IS French. Yet it’s easier than you might think. This is Louisiana style remoulade. If you like tartar sauce or cocktail sauce, get ready for a big upgrade. I am going to introduce not just one, but two versions of this saucy side of Louisiana… Sauces, I feel, are food enhancers....
Making holiday meals with a lot of dishes can be overwhelming if I have to do it all in the same day, so I’ve figured out a few ways to rely on make-ahead Thanksgiving recipes to help me stay sane. And these mashed potatoes are a perfect and easy way to get ahead to make meals easier. These mashed potatoes work well for any holiday dinner or lunch, for Thanksgiving recipes for kids, or just a side dish for a healthy family meal....
All I do is mix the sweet mangos, creamy avocados, and juicy cherry tomatoes, with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime and some seasonings. The hint of jalapeño adds just the right amount of spice. It’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. When mangoes are in season, this salsa is a must in my kitchen. Salsas are my weakness. I seriously don’t know where the entire bag of tortilla chips goes when I make some of my Mexican favorites like Pico de Gallo and Salsa Taquera....
Mashed Butternut Squash During the fall and winter when butternut squash are more plentiful at the grocery store and from farmer’s markets, we love to eat it in all sorts of ways. One of the ways that I make it is Mashed Butternut Squash, which both of my girls enjoy in its pure, plain form. And then I like to also repurpose it in all sorts of ways from an ingredient in tacos, smoothies, grilled cheese, and more....
Covid-19 times, crazy and unprecedented times. Empty stores and limited supplies of the most basic things you want and need… But I have some good news for you. In these times of “NO BREAD” I am coming with this extremely easy, no fuss, no-knead bread! This one gets me excited. This one will get you excited, everyone gets excited at the prospect of baking it, from beginner bakers to bread connoisseurs....
I’m not sure how something with such a short ingredient list can be so insanely good. Well actually, I do get it, because every ingredient in the sauce has such a complex flavor (not including the water, of course!). This was one of those dishes that I couldn’t stop talking about. During dinner I not-so-humbly proclaimed I was a genius, the next day I had to text my husband about how much I liked it while eating it for lunch....
Orzotto “Orzotto” is a risotto-like dish made with orzo instead of rice. It cooks more quickly, yet has similar texture and creamy flavor as rice-based risotto. We love Orzo Risotto with lemon and Parmesan, and also this easy version that has peas added for protein and extra nutrition. I make a lot of pasta dishes, and this is a favorite because it feels fancy even though it’s incredibly easy to make in one pot....
A simple Neapolitan dish of Pasta and Peas, it’s a light one pot meal that I can have on the table in about 25 minutes. I love my Bolognese, but sometimes just want a quick, light and simple pasta night. Our Mediterranean Pasta and Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe are quick pastas that aren’t heavy or saucy. Today’s piselli pasta is another example of how you don’t need a long list of ingredients, or too much work in the kitchen, to put a great dinner on the table....
I am all about recipes I can make with a base of pantry staples, and this recipe is one of our favorites to make in the summer–or in other seasons when we’re craving summery flavors and have canned peaches on hand. The bars work really well as breakfast or a snack, and you can also top them with vanilla ice cream or sorbet to turn them into a dessert. The flavors of this peach recipe are similar to that of a classic Peach Crumble—fresh peach flavor, a buttery crust, and texture from oatmeal....
I also have a Chocolate Pralines version! If you love making homemade candy to share with friends and family, be sure to also check out my Easy Homemade Peppermint Bark, Old-Fashioned Homemade Peanut Brittle, and English Toffee! On our recent trip to Savannah, Georgia, one of the first things we did was stop at River Street Sweets and pick up a couple of classic southern pecan pralines. The sweet smell of caramel and fudge and chocolate beckons you in off the street and the moment you walk in the door you are offered samples of their famous pralines....
And, of course, a little coarse salt and a dash of lemon juice and you are in Pesto Paradise… See it has a simple soul!! Yet green magic happens in my jar. Are you ready for this classic fresh taste of summer? A heaping spoonful of this vibrant, flavorful, green, nutty, garlicky sauce, your very own pesto. No store bought sauce will come close to the taste and freshness of your own… no chance!...
I’ve had a lot of requests for a pumpkin version of my Protein Banana Muffins and it turns out that it’s so easy to vary the flavor! This one-bowl recipe is a great toddler breakfast, easy toddler snack, or meal for us parents. It’s satisfying and filling and has the coziest pumpkin spice flavor. You can make the muffins when you have time and enjoy them throughout the week as they store really nicely....
