Mushroom salsa? Really? Yes, really. It sounded so outrageous that I just had to try it. This recipe is from a not yet released cookbook that is currently being reviewed by my friend, Sue . This recipe is part of the #MuyBuenoCookbook Spotlight that is hosted by Heather at girlichef . When I saw Sue’s post for this salsa earlier this week, I admit that it sounded bizarre. With an abundance of mushrooms in the refrigerator and curiosity that tends to get the best of me, this salsa was destined to happen sooner than later....

Pizza and salad might sound like total opposites, one’s cheesy, gooey, and indulgent, while the other is light, crisp, and refreshing. But put them together? You’ve got the best of both worlds in one bowl. My love for big green salads has no limits, and I’ve been known to transform all kinds of comfort food into my kind of salad. I’m laughably known for my Fritos-Every-Day-Diet , as corn chips are my salad topping of choice most days....

There’s something about strawberry sorbet that feels like pure summer in a bowl. It’s bright, refreshing, and so simple, it almost feels like a magic trick. Just strawberries, lemon, sugar, and a pinch of salt—that’s it. Strawberry Lemon Sorbet No fancy ingredients, no ice cream maker required if you don’t have one , and definitely no fuss. This is the kind of dessert you make when you want something sweet and cooling but don’t feel like turning on the oven or babysitting a stovetop....

Chocolate Chip Toffee Bits Ice Cream is exactly that – a homemade vanilla ice cream fully loaded with miniature chocolate chips and toffee bits. I tried a few different methods of making chocolate chip ice cream before I decided to try simply using itty bitty miniature chocolate chips. Trying those mini chips was a game-changer. Having discovered that little secret, I made a couple of batches of awesome chocolate chip ice cream in a row, before hitting on the idea of also adding in what was left in a bag of toffee bits after I made these Chocolate Toffee Fudge Brownies ....

Chewy coconut oatmeal cookies are the ultimate five-ingredient cookie, irresistible to any coconut lover, grab a mixing bowl and get started. Did I mention that oatmeal coconut cookies are gluten and dairy free? This is an oatmeal cookie recipe without flour or dairy. Oatmeal Coconut Cookies These cookies are so chewy, so irresistible, I actually burned my mouth eating a second cookie while they were still piping hot from the oven....

Cottage cheese eggs are a simple dish that’s so packed with good-for-you ingredients and protein that it’ll keep you going well into the lunch hour. They’re truly a powerhouse breakfast and easy way to energize your morning! Cottage Cheese Eggs They’re so jammed with good stuff, in fact, that my boys used to (and technically still do) call them “Power Eggs.” The original title of the post here was “Cheesy Scrambled Eggs with Spinach a....

Light and slightly tangy creamy pasta salad, with just enough dressing to coat the noodles and vegetables, this is one heck of an awesome summer pasta salad . Perfect on its own for a light meal or as a side dish for all the summer potlucks and barbecues. Homemade pasta salad is better than any deli salad you can buy at the store. A few years ago, while visiting my aunt and uncle, we were fortunate enough to arrive around dinnertime....

This is a rich and creamy, dark chocolate ice cream flavored with almonds and just the tiniest hint of cinnamon. The almond flavor is unexpected, but fantastic with the chocolate. You likely wouldn’t guess the cinnamon is there, but it adds a depth to the ice cream that can’t be beaten. I am so happy with this ice cream; I’m grinning just writing this post. I used to think that nuts didn’t belong in ice cream....

Egg roll in a bowl ramen is an irresistible skillet of deconstructed egg rolls tossed with ramen noodles and I’m telling you now that you are going to love it. I’ve been holding out on you, my friends. I first made this over a month ago and I’ve made it four more times since then. It was an immediate family favorite from the very first bite, and right now, I can’t get enough of it....

As fluffy as a summer cloud, this intense coffee frosting is for true coffee lovers! Top chocolate cake, coffee cake, vanilla cupcakes, or sandwich between your favorite cookies. This is a coffee lover’s dream come true. Coffee Frosting In our family, we love coffee – a lot. We also love cake. And we take our frostings seriously. This coffee-flavored frosting is always a great choice for chocolate cake, naturally, since coffee and chocolate go so well together....

Take what you know about teriyaki sauce and buckle up, people. This Hoisin Teriyaki Sauce is thicker and bolder than the teriyaki you’re used to. Loaded with the tangy flavor of garlicky, slightly spicy Hoisin sauce and fresh grated ginger, it raises the bar for just how tasty a quick weeknight meal can be. Hoisin Teriyaki Sauce I think we all know what it’s like on those nights when dinner feels like a mountain to climb....

PastaThis Italian Artichoke Pasta Salad is filled with ripe sunburst and cherry tomatoes, tangy artichoke hearts, tender pasta, and fresh basil. The salad is tossed together with a splash of vinegar and oil, then sprinkled with feta cheese. I walked into the kitchen this morning and spied our basket of grape tomatoes. I decided to put them to good use before they all disappeared. These little bite-size tomatoes usually are eaten as fast as I can get them home from the store....

This Korean ground beef recipe is the kind of dish that both beginning and experienced cooks need in their life. The meal comes together in minutes and is full of fantastic flavors. It is easier to make than ordering take-out, saves you money, and tastes better too! Easy Korean Beef I love so many things about this recipe! This has been one of my favorite takeout meals for a long time....

Today I’m sharing one of my family’s favorite breakfasts, this irresistible Nutty Raisin Oatmeal – a recipe that your family is sure to love too. This hearty oatmeal recipe is filled with chewy raisins, crunchy nuts, brown sugar, and butter. It shows up on our breakfast table at least a couple of days each month – if not more often than that. My family’s love of oatmeal is a well-documented thing....

I’ve been making peaches and cream oatmeal all summer long; filled with soft pecans and sweet peaches, this is a memorable breakfast. I save a couple of peaches to make this oatmeal almost every time I buy fresh peaches. And if you dare to top your oatmeal with a scoop of vanilla ice cream , this really might be the best oatmeal you’ll ever eat. We aren’t new to the ice cream and oatmeal combination over here....

Chicken, fresh grapes, and crunchy walnuts are tossed in a tangy-sweet poppyseed dressing to make this Poppyseed Chicken Salad. Poppyseed Chicken Salad with Grapes Served on top of a garden salad, wrapped in a tortilla, sandwiched inside a croissant , or simply eaten with a fork, this is a chicken salad for any occasion. I often pick up a rotisserie chicken or slow cook a chicken just to make a batch of this salad for easy lunches during the week....

A colorful medley of garden-fresh vegetables is tossed in a light oil and vinegar dressing to make this tangy pasta salad a surefire hit at your next gathering. Potluck Pasta Salad We love pasta salads as the weather warms up. There aren’t many things that beat having a meal ready-to-go in the fridge on a hot summer night. Part of that is the fact that we lived in Phoenix for so many years....

Roasted Broccoli and Asparagus are two of my favorite vegetables to roast and fortunately, they pair deliciously with the varieties of summer squash that are at their best this time of year. Roasted Broccoli and Asparagus Roasting is one of my favorite ways to prepare vegetables. It is so simple and the vegetables always turn out well with very little effort on my part. Tonight’s dinner was especially fun because the squash was from our very own garden!...

You know those foods that you taste once and then you simply can’t get it out of your mind? This Sausage Gravy is one of those foods. You’ll find yourself remembering it (and craving it again!) at all hours of the day. The hints of fragrant rosemary add something unforgettable, many people have told me this immediately became their all-time favorite gravy. Easy Sausage Gravy Would you like the secret behind making the best sausage gravy you’ll ever taste?...

Calling all shrimp lovers! These flavorful and satisfying shrimp quesadillas with bright bell peppers are fast enough for busy schedules and special enough for company. Shrimp Quesadillas If you’re a fan of shrimp, you’re going to go wild for these perfect shrimp quesadillas. As with most shrimp recipes, they cook up in the blink of an eye. This makes them the perfect recipe to get a homemade meal on the table even on the most frenetic nights....