Blueberry gelato is a delightful fusion of creamy, rich gelato married to an irresistible tangy fruitiness. When you combine the smooth richness of homemade ice cream with berries or a berry sauce, the result is always a refreshing, creamy treat – and this blueberry gelato doesn’t disappoint. Blueberry Ice Cream If you’ve been making ice cream here with me for long, you may recall my long-time love affair with Rusconi’s blueberry chocolate ice cream....
Savory chicken and sweet pineapple are a match made in heaven, and work so well alongside the rice and veggies in this Chicken Teriyaki Pineapple bowl. This is one of those “can’t stop thinking about it” recipes for me. I don’t want to wait for the next pineapple season. I want it now. Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple You ever have one of those moments when a food idea just sticks in your brain?...
Smoky bacon, spicy chipotle peppers and tangy ranch dressing combine to create an irresistible version of our favorite ranch dressing. Bacon Chipotle Ranch Dressing is the perfect mix of spicy heat and cool creamy dressing. I use this Bacon Chipotle Ranch as a dip with our fresh vegetable boxes , as a sauce for grilled chicken and we dip roasted potatoes into it. This has been a favorite in our house for over three years now....
This is the cookies and cream ice cream of my childhood dreams. Frosted circus animal cookies dance through every bite of this memorable ice cream. Circus Animal Cookie Ice Cream This recipe takes the best and easiest ice cream base and loads it up with big chunks of frosted animal cookies. You get the perfect mix of crunchy cookie meets creamy ice cream in every single bite. And while the drop of pink food coloring that I added is completely optional, it sure does bring a grin when you’re topping each bright pink scoop of ice cream with a dash of fun sprinkles....
This creamy cranberry jalapeno dip is lightly sweetened and balanced with just a hint of heat from the peppers. Served with crackers and pretzels or spread on toast, this is an unforgettable holiday treat. Creamy Cranberry Dip As soon as I tasted the Cranberry Jalapeno Dip I shared with you last week , I knew I was going to be making it on repeat. I quickly discovered that by stirring it all together, versus serving it in the more striking layers, it was easier to snack on without the potential for crumbling crackers in the cream cheese....
Dairy Free Chocolate Ice Cream that doesn’t taste dairy-free and doesn’t have any hint of coconut? YES! It is possible and it is fantastic! Dairy Free Chocolate Ice Cream Oh, friends, I am so very excited over this ice cream. I wanted a recipe for a true dairy free chocolate ice cream with no other flavors in the mix. This ice cream? It delivers that in every creamy, rich bite....
Steaming hot easy drop biscuits topped with melted butter have proven irresistible to every member of my family. I’ve made this recipe at least half a dozen times over the past few months and despite my best efforts to save some biscuits for breakfast the next day, it has yet to happen. The boys find my stash every single time. Simple Drop Biscuits While it doesn’t take all that long to roll out a batch of these much-loved classic flaky biscuits , sometimes we don’t have even that much time....
Pineapple, strawberries, and grapes are tossed together with a sweet and tangy dressing to make this Honey Lime Fruit Salad. It’s finished with a pinch of salt and a sprinkling of poppy seeds to make a fabulously refreshing salad on a hot summer day. Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing Summer fruit salads are beautifully versatile. They are always a hit at barbecues and picnics and with the fruits in season right now; you can choose your favorites to combine....
This is such a fun recipe. I made zucchini sticks years ago and had more or less forgotten about them, until I was staring down more squash this past week. I’ve made them twice since then and I am likely to make them again before the summer is finished. I’ve made them with and without the Parmesan (trust me, you want the cheese) and they are delicious. Crisp on the outside and roasted on the inside, just make sure they are fully cooked before you remove them from the oven....
Creamy dark chocolate peppermint fudge is topped with crushed candy canes for a wonderful Christmas treat. Peppermint Fudge Five-minute fudge recipes are my saving grace this time of year. I always want to be that hostess or friend with tons of holiday treats at her fingertips, but then time gets away from me. Lightning-fast candy recipes can help you put together the prettiest and tastiest of holiday treats with the least amount of effort!...
Do you know how to make Pierogi? Buttery, crisp Polish Pierogies stuffed with potatoes, cheese, and sauerkraut are a holiday favorite from the very first bite for everyone who tries them. There are a lot of steps to this Pierogi recipe but don’t let that intimidate you. Anyone can make these! I recommend diving in and making a big batch at one time, so you can freeze some for later....
Roasted Brussels with Jalapeño Honey are about to transform your side dish game. A little bit sweet and a tiny bit spicy, you’re going to love them. Whether you’re serving beef , pork , chicken , seafood , or the Best Ever Creamy Mac and Cheese , these crispy, sweet, and spicy Brussels are a perfect addition to any meal. Meseidy Rivera is the very talented recipe developer, photographer, and blogger behind The Noshery ....
This Spinach Orzo Salad is filled with cranberries, creamy goat cheese, tender pasta, and plenty of fresh spinach tossed in a tangy sweet dressing. The salad can be served immediately or kept in the refrigerator for 2-3 days – making this an awesome make-ahead meal for lunch or dinner. Spinach Salad with Cranberries The recipe was inspired by the Cranberry Orzo Salad that Princess Cruises serves in their International Cafe. It’s just so good!...
Roasted sweet potatoes, crisp warm baby spinach, and spicy breakfast sausage are all topped with an egg in this Sweet Potato Hash with Eggs. Sweet Potato Hash with Eggs I prepared this recipe so many times over the course of my boys’ childhood. They always cleaned their plates when this was on the menu. This breakfast hash first made its way to my table over 10 years ago. I can still remember the pride that my boys demonstrated when they figured out how to stack a little taste of everything onto their forks with each big bite....
Crunchy, cheesy, slightly spicy, Frito pie casserole is a classic Southwestern dish that is both a super fun party food and a superbly easy dinner for any night of the week. Served right in the bag with the corn chips, walking tacos are a grab-and-go cousin to classic Frito pie. Can we go ahead and call this the summer of Fritos? You’ll almost always find corn chips in our pantry. I use them as toppings for my salads all year long....
Without any added sugars at all, these Whipped Sweet Potatoes are one of the best sweet potato dishes I have ever tasted. Fluffy, creamy, sweet, and fragrant with vanilla, these whipped sweet potatoes are so good, you just might find yourself choosing a second helping for dessert in lieu of pie. I know. It sounds made up. Someone would choose a ladle full of sweet potatoes over a slice of pie?...
Tender crisp cabbage, lightly browned potatoes and cannellini beans are combined to create a perfectly simple and absolutely delicious meal. We had this on it’s own for dinner and even my husband agreed that it was surprisingly filling. I knew as soon as I saw Taylor post this recipe at Greens and Chocolate that I’d be making this dish sooner than later. Having made it once now, I already have plans to make this again (in a less vegetarian style) and add some bacon or sausage....
How many waffle toppings can you think of off the top of your head? My family has a well-established weakness for waffles and with that comes a weakness for all the awesome ways that you can top a hot crisp freshly made waffle. Is “waffle season” a thing? Or is that just me? We enjoy hot breakfasts all year long, but there is something wonderfully fall and winter about pulling out the waffle iron and watching the steam rise as they cook in the mornings....
Almond-flavored ice cream swirled with buttery toasted almonds? Yes, please! Each bite is an irresistible combination of creamy smooth ice cream and those crunchy buttered almonds. Almond Ice Cream Oh, how I love almonds and almond-flavored treats! See proof of that with the long list of awesome almond recipes I’m sharing throughout this post – I simply couldn’t choose favorites. For the next batch of ice cream, you’ll want to try Dark Chocolate Almond Ice Cream flavored with just the tiniest hint of cinnamon....
The ultimate Chopped Salad combines crunchy bacon, garlicky shrimp, ripe avocado, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and creamy cheese, along with a generous handful of fresh parsley to brighten all of the flavors. Not a fan of bleu cheese, or any “stinky” cheese? Don’t let that stop you from making this recipe. I’ve served this salad with and without cheese, with cheddar, with goat cheese, and with bleu cheese. However you make it, this is the chopped salad of your dreams....
