Sweet, buttery cake, filled with juicy blueberries is perfect for breakfast, for snacks, for dessert, for any excuse, or no excuse at all. This cake requires no glaze, no icing, no special topping, nothing else is necessary. It is one of the simplest cakes you can make with just six easy ingredients and it comes together in very little time. The cake reminds me of coffeecake in texture, but it is much lighter than the typical heavier streusel versions....
Rich and creamy vanilla ice cream exploding with pieces of homemade chocolate chip cookies is what chocolate chip cookie ice cream is and what makes it so irresistible. This is an ice cream that will keep you coming back for more! Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Not to be confused with chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream , this ice cream is made of chunks of homemade (or bakery-style) chocolate chip cookies tucked into creamy rich vanilla ice cream....
Creamy, smooth batches of chocolate and peanut butter fudge are combined to make this chocolate peanut butter swirl fudge. It’s an unforgettable holiday treat. Similar to the Buckeye Fudge that has been so popular, this is a little simpler and can be made even more easily. I predict that you’re going to love it every bit as much. Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge Do you love making fudge as much as I do?...
Wake up your dishes with a sprinkling of Crazy Salt! Use this seasoning blend on meats, vegetables, sauces, popcorn, eggs, and more. I can not stop grinning over this Crazy Salt spice mix. Why did it take me so long to make my own version of Jane’s Krazy Mixed Up Salt blend? No more searching the stores, no more buying the pre-mixed spices; this blend smells fresher and I like it even more than the original!...
Crispy roasted potatoes, topped with melting cheese and plenty of crisp bacon are a great side dish (or main dish!) for any meal. These really are the best ever Cheesy Potatoes ! I’ve served them with eggs for breakfast and with herb roasted chicken for dinner. However you serve these potatoes, there is never a bite leftover. The secret to this potato recipe is an extra long roasting time and a good drizzling of bacon grease....
This is a very simple recipe that results in wonderfully flavorful chicken. I saw this at For the Love of Cooking a while back and I knew that I would be making it. I had forgotten about it until just the other day when I saw the green chile in my cupboard. This was the perfect use for it. My husband really enjoyed this and has already requested that I make it again....
Inspired by a picture I saw earlier this week, (thanks, Christie!) I decided to break out the cookie cutters and make my kids grin. The older boys thought the heart shaped breakfast was pretty cool and they spent the meal talking about all the Valentine fun they are planning to enjoy next week. Whether you are cutting your oatmeal into shapes or simply slicing it in the pan*, this is a tasty, warm and hearty breakfast worthy of a special occasion or any other day....
There is nothing – and I do mean nothing – that compares with steeping whole spices and tea leaves to make an authentic pot of fragrant, spicy, sweet homemade chai. I’ve enjoyed plenty of powdered chai in coffee shops and I’ve brewed my own a few times with chai-flavored teabags and mixes. I’m warning you now, once you’ve made real chai you will never be as happy with the other versions....
With a bright berry flavor, a stunning red color, and a smooth velvety texture, homemade strawberry sauce beats anything you can buy at the store. Homemade Strawberry Sauce Even though I look forward to berry season all year, this sauce can (and frequently does) get made with frozen berries too. So, if you can’t get your hands on perfectly sweet ripe berries right now, don’t worry. There’s still a batch of homemade strawberry sauce in your future....
Oh, how I love whipped butter. Nothing beats the fantastic little pots of butter that are served with warm bread in your favorite restaurants. You grab a slice of bread, dig your knife into the butter, and spread it all over the bread in one smooth stroke. Is there anything better than the simple enjoyment of warm bread with butter? I was so excited when I learned how to make restaurant-style butter at home years ago....
Want to know how to slice a watermelon in just minutes? Here are two easy methods for handheld wedges and perfect bite-size cubes. Hi friends! I am beside myself with excitement to be telling you today about my partnership with Meijer grocery stores. When I tell you that I had no idea what was missing in my life before we moved to Ohio and I discovered Meijer, that is exactly what I mean....
Toasted pearl couscous with pistachios and pine nuts, chewy raisins, a hint of cinnamon, and a squeeze of lemon combine in this incredibly flavorful Israeli Couscous dish. Perfect as a side dish or an easy lunch all on its own, this is one couscous recipe you need to try straight away. Israeli Couscous Over a year ago, my sister, Jenny, told me that she had a dish she wanted to make for me and described this Israeli Couscous....
Creamy, cool sweetness collides with spicy, zesty heat in Jalapeno Ice Cream, creating a surprising fusion of smooth, rich dairy with the fiery kick of jalapeño peppers. Jalapeno Ice Cream First things first, when I had the initial idea for a jalapeno ice cream, I wasn’t convinced it was going to be a win. However, we love sweet and spicy combinations, so I decided to give it a shot. Creamy cheeses topped with spicy pepper jelly or peach habanero jam are some of our favorite appetizers....
Korean Chap Chae or Jap Chae (pronounced chop chay) is one of my all time favorite foods. My husband lived in Korea for a time before we met and he really enjoyed the foods he ate there. So, naturally, he introduced me to these foods when we started dating. I discovered Chop Chae years ago (on one of our first dates!) and I have never ordered a different thing off a Korean menu since then....
Lightly sautéed broccoli and asparagus tossed with just a dab of butter and a sprinkle of parmesan makes a terrific side dish for any meal. I could happily eat this every single day! Broccoli and Asparagus Despite the simplicity of this side dish, the whole family enjoyed it and asked if we could cook the vegetables this way again. Sometimes, the simplest methods and ingredients really do show off vegetable flavors best....
This Southwest Chicken Skillet with Corn and Zucchini is filled with spicy bites of chicken, fresh sautéed vegetables, plenty of Mexican spices, and a squeeze of lime to keep the flavors fresh and bright. This recipe is one of the make-ahead lunches waiting for you in The Weekday Lunches & Breakfasts Cookbook . This meal is a great one to serve for dinner or to make-ahead for lunches through the week....
Saucy noodles, crisp hot vegetables, and tender bites of chicken are tossed together in this easy stir fry. A late-night Chinese food craving inspired this recipe for Stir Fry Noodles with Chicken and Vegetables. This is a one-skillet meal that comes together in about 25 minutes. These Stir Fry Noodles with Chicken and Vegetables have already happened three times this month in my kitchen. I’ve eaten this for dinner, for lunch, and I’ve even eaten the leftovers for breakfast....
Crunchy pretzels and a creamy filling are topped with piles of strawberries and blueberries making this Strawberry and Blueberry Pretzel Salad our favorite dessert for summer! Several years ago, my aunt introduced me to the ever-popular Strawberry Pretzel Salad . I’d never even heard of it before and I fell in love with it from the very first bite. I think I may have eaten 3 servings that day, including choosing it over pie for dessert!...
Frozen strawberries, balsamic and rosemary combined to create a delicious salad dressing. You can adjust the sweetness according to your preferences, but I left ours fairly tangy. I served this over a simple Grape and Candied Walnut Salad and it was an excellent pairing. I have to tell you that I was so excited to try making a strawberry dressing, I started scribbling down ideas for ingredients a couple days ago....
Every scoop of this Twix ice cream is bursting with chunks of cookies, caramel, and chocolate. If you love Twix candy bars, this ice cream just might be your newest favorite flavor! Candy Bar Ice Cream I can’t remember the last time I ate a full-size candy bar. But, bake pieces of them into a cookie, or sprinkle them on top of a cake, and I am so there for it!...
