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It’s pretty well established that I love a good jello like this cherry pineapple jello salad, triple layer Christmas jello, apricot jello salad, or this lemon pineapple jello with pineapple whipped cream topping. If jello isn’t your thing, I’m sorry. Maybe you would like to try this fresh green bean casserole instead! But it should really be no surprise to long-time readers of this blog that I would be all about a cranberry jello salad with cream cheese topping and chopped pecans sprinkled over the top....

I love brie cheese. It’s so versatile in its appetizer abilities and seems so fancy. And I’m always experimenting with different toppings. Maybe you’ve tried my baked brie with nuts and honey. This time I’m not only giving you new toppings, but a different little twist, I’m stuffing it. You just need a few ingredients Brie – You don’t need the expensive stuff for this one. I use the $2....

This dish is known for its rich and spicy flavors, so intense that legend says even the jungle’s mightiest predator might shed a tear. Whether these are tears of joy for the taste or wistful longing for a bite, we’ll never know. But one thing’s for sure – this dish is a masterpiece of bold spices and tender meat cooked to perfection. So, are you ready to discover why even tigers might weep with joy?...

Animal Crackers Recipe We love a good baking project over here and this easy cookie recipe is a perfect one to make with the kids. The batter is super duper simple to make, even if the kids are helping, and they turn out so good. The crackers are just a little bit crisp and just a little sweet and they are so fun to make in fun animal shapes. TIP: We like to make them using mini cookie cutters, but any size will work....

If you are looking for the perfect dessert to take to a potluck or enjoy at a casual get together with friends, this is your sign that this easy Blueberry Cheesecake Bars recipe is the one. Handheld? Check. Creamy AND chewy? Check. Fresh and fruity? Check, check, and double-check. You guys are going to love this one. I dare you not to. Cheesecake is one of my all-time favorite desserts and guaranteed to make you happy....

It’s Louisiana Week on House of Nash Eats and I’m celebrating the Bayou State with this warming stew that is sure to satisfy hungry bellies! This recipe is part of my American Eats series where I’m visiting the most popular foods and flavors of each state, one state at a time. There is nothing like a bowl of hot, spicy gumbo to warm you up when it’s cold outside! Gumbo is like a cajun stew, thick and full of Louisiana flavor from the cajun seasoning and the andouille sausage....

Authentic Chili Rellenos are a classic Mexican dish made by stuffing chili peppers with meat and cheese, coating them in batter, and deep frying them until they are golden and crisp. They are incredible and one of my favorite menu items to order, but not as easy to make at home. This easy casserole version takes the essence of Chili Rellenos and turns it into a quick weeknight meal! It is a great recipe to have on hand to use as a side dish for my Mexican Whole Roasted Chicken or can be used as a main dish with sides like Mexican Rice....

Chocolate Mousse Recipe If you are having guests over and need a make-ahead dessert that will impress but is easy enough for any home cook, chocolate mousse is one of my go-to recommendations. It’s only 5 ingredients, takes maybe 20 minutes of your time, and can be made a couple days in advance and refrigerated until you are ready to serve them. Plus, you can serve them individual glasses or small jars with a few berries or chocolate curls on top so they look fancy and like you spent hours on them!...

Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or weekend breakfast, biscuits make a regular, almost weekly appearance at our house. They’re simple, quick & easy to make, made with ingredients that are always on hand, and what’s not to love about that flaky, buttery goodness? We most often serve biscuits as a side with soup or fried chicken, or for breakfast with scrambled eggs and bacon, they they are delicious anytime and with almost anything you can think of!...

Gingerbread Cake We’ve long loved Gingerbread Muffins as festive holiday muffins (or just as a spice muffins whenever the urge strikes), and this cake has many of the same flavors but is a smidge easier to make. After mixing up the batter in one bowl, you simply pour it into a square pan and bake. It’s simple, delicious, and easy to dress up for a special meal or occasion as you like....

If there’s one thing that I’ve learned as a parent, it’s that iced cookies go first. And these cookies are an easy option to make with the kids. When thinking about this recipe, I wanted to make it as simple as possible, but also ensure that it has the classic gingerbread flavor. This way, it’s actually feasible to make this with little kids AND the flavor is worth the effort....

Pinwheel Sandwiches I love making all sorts of wraps for kids, and using the name pinwheel might be just the fun thing to make this an appealing lunch for the kids. To be clear, this can also be a great adult meal, so you can make everyone’s lunch at the same time! I’m going to share my best hints for making these lunch wraps with filling ideas and tips for success to ensure the pinwheels hold together nicely....

Stewed Apples We eat a lot of fresh apples in our house, but sometimes, we just want something a little extra. These stewed apples are super flavorful and so incredibly easy and fast to make. I love doing this with apple cider for extra flavor, especially during the fall, but there are a few options for the liquid. And you can add spices such as cinnamon or ground ginger, as well as raisins, if you want to vary the result even more....

Mango Yogurt I’ve long loved the combination of mango and yogurt (or drinkable yogurt), and this easy flavored yogurt packs a nutrition punch—and just tastes so good. And has the creamiest consistency. Yogurt is a great food for kids because it’s rich in nutrients. It’s on my lists as a good calcium food for kids, probiotic foods for kids, and protein for kids—and it’s a really versatile base for adding flavor like fresh fruit....

Whenever the weather warms up, toddler smoothies go into regular rotation in our house—and this pineapple one is a brand new favorite. It reminds me of Dole Whip (without the wait in line!) and is so refreshing and creamy. It has just a few ingredients, too, so it’s easy to mix up for a breakfast component or a snack. I love this combination for the flavor, but also because it contains fiber, protein, and probiotics....

Rainbow Cake My middle kiddo has loved rainbows for as long as I can remember, and for her fifth birthday, requested a Rainbow Cake. And after looking online and finding a lot of cakes with rainbow layers, but none that actually looked like a rainbow—which is what she wanted—we came up with this easy method. To make this cake, you simply bake a round cake, and cut it in half. Then you use frosting to sandwich the halves to make your rainbow cake....

Valentine’s Day Snacks Valentine’s Day is a perfect holiday to celebrate with food, and whether you’re looking for a fun snack or dessert, this is a great place to start. From muffins and cupcakes, to smoothies and flavored milks, these are some of our favorites to share. I tried to include both chocolate and strawberry ideas (so pink!), as well as ones that are just festive for this time of year....

The noodles are super thin rice vermicelli, and they do this magic trick where they soak up all the flavors around them. I toss in some chicken and shrimp to bulk it up. Then, I add a bunch of veggies – carrots, cabbage, bell peppers, and snow peas. They’re all crunchy and colorful, making the dish not just tasty but really pretty to look at. Try this easy and quick noodle stir fry, Filipino style, in about 30 minutes....

I almost always include fruit in kids lunches since it’s easy to pack and is a great source of nutrients including fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and minerals. And it’s a reliable food that the kids always like. This post will cover the types of fruit that work best for school lunches, daycare lunches, and lunches at home. Plus, you’ll find info on how to pack fruits like apples and pears that can brown when sliced, shelf-stable fruit options, and more....

We almost always have a batch of toddler muffins in the rotation since they make such easy meal and snack components. My kids love these vegan Zucchini Muffins. My favorite part about them is that you don’t have to grate the zucchini and squeeze it dry like you usually do for zucchini bread usually. The method is much easier than you might expect! These healthy muffins for kids are made without eggs and dairy—so they’re vegan—which makes them great if you are out of eggs or milk or if your kids have food allergies....