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If you’re craving tacos but want a lighter, low-carb option, these taco lettuce wraps are the perfect solution. Made with crisp lettuce instead of tortillas, these lettuce-wrapped tacos are a healthy twist on a classic Mexican favorite. The ground beef is seasoned with a simple homemade taco spice mix, giving each bite plenty of flavor …

These creamy chicken enchiladas with sour cream sauce are rich, comforting, and easy to make. If you’re looking for a simple chicken enchilada recipe with a smooth, velvety sauce, this one is sure to become a family favorite. The enchiladas are easy to assemble and special enough to serve for guests. Roll up the mixture …

Cauliflower rice is a great way to lighten up your meals without sacrificing flavor – and this spicy cauliflower rice recipe takes it a step further with beans and corn for texture and staying power. Loaded with vegetables and a bold spice mix, this Mexican-inspired dish delivers just the right amount of heat, turning a …

Looking for a show-stopping dessert that’s easier to make than it looks? These apple pie parfaits layer baked apple pie filling with whipped cream, all topped with a buttery streusel crumble. These easy apple crumble parfaits are a cozy fall dessert, but they’re just as perfect for your Easter dessert table. Use a tall glass …

Are you looking for a dessert bar that will be a hit at your next potluck dinner? Your friends will love these white chocolate macadamia nut bars. This dessert is soft-baked, buttery, and nutty. They get their sweetness from the brown sugar and white chocolate in the recipe. Whether you call them bars, squares, slices, or …

This recipe for taco wraps takes the tastes of cheeseburgers and spicy tacos and combines them into one tasty Mexican tortilla recipe.  This is one of my husband’s favorite 30-minute meals. Do you love the taste of tacos?  If so, you’ll love this delicious lunchtime meal.  (See my easy taco melts for another tasty taco-flavored …

Looking for a fun Easter dessert that the whole family will love? These whimsical grass cupcakes are sure to be the hit of any Easter gathering. If you’ve ever wondered how to make icing look like grass, this cute food project tutorial is for you! These Easter cupcakes are flavored with lemon and topped with …

This roasted carrots recipe is a family favorite. The Parmesan roast carrots are topped with grated cheese and Panko bread crumbs for a wonderful flavor and crunchy texture. Oven roasting carrots brings out their natural sweetness and I often cook them this way. It’s easy and a great way to get kids to eat vegetables …

These strawberry Belgian waffles are on the table in less than 15 minutes. It makes them the newest addition to my list of 30 minute meals! I recently was given my mother’s Belgian waffle maker and knew I had to put it to good use. Compared to American waffles, true Belgian waffles are larger in …

Looking for a whimsical Easter dessert that the whole family will love? These Easter mini cheesecakes are fun to make, and they’ll be the hit of your party dessert table. These portion-sized cupcakes are made with cream cheese, baked on a pretzel crust, and topped with green coconut and robin egg candies to look like mini-nests. …

Why choose one flavor of dessert when you can have them all in one cookie bar? These kitchen sink bars use a variety of mix-ins you probably already have in your pantry to create a deliciously sweet treat. The bars have a chewy texture with crunchy bits throughout, thanks to a mix of ingredients like …

Looking for a light lunch that is loaded with tart, sweet, and savory flavors? This citrus salad with chicken and walnuts is refreshing with lots of texture and color. The salad takes less than 5 minutes to prepare, but tastes like you got it from your favorite bistro. Grapefruit is the star of this salad …

This easy chicken scallopini is perfect for busy weeknights when you don’t have much time to prepare dinner. It is ready in less than 30 minutes and tastes like a dish from your favorite Italian restaurant. Don’t let the time making this chicken scallopini fool you. The chicken is moist and delicious and the pan sauce …

Looking for an easy appetizer or light lunch idea? This ham and spinach pinwheel appetizer recipe cooks in less than 30 minutes and is simple to serve. You only need four ingredients to make these fun pinwheels. The kids love them too! They are a great way to get more veggies in their diets. Some …

This crunchy baked cod recipe has a buttery Parmesan Ritz Cracker topping. Smoked paprika, garlic powder, and grated lemon rind give the topping a light, smoky taste with a hint of citrus. If you are looking for an easy baked cod recipe that will be on the table in less than 30 minutes, look no further. …

Looking for something to serve with soups, stews, and casseroles to soak up every last bit of flavor? Try making these buttermilk corn bread muffins. They’re light, fluffy and delicious. I used a corn cob shaped cast iron baking pan that I found while antique hunting to make these buttermilk corn bread muffins. Keep reading …

Are you looking for a lighter version of your favorite shrimp pasta dish? This healthy shrimp Alfredo recipe has been slimmed down from the traditional recipe to save on calories and fat without skimping on the flavor. The sauce is creamy and silky with a light finish and a delicious flavor. This shrimp recipe is …

These white chocolate macadamia cookies have a sweet, buttery flavor. They are the perfect dessert to take to your next potluck dinner. The stars of this cookie recipe are the crunchy macadamia nuts, and the sweet white chocolate chips. The edges of the cookies are crisp, but the center is still soft and chewy. They …

These easy lemon bars are a great choice when you need a dessert recipe with bright, bold flavors. In addition to the lemon filling in these bars, there’s a the lemon glaze adds an extra boost of citrus flavor with a sweet finish. These easy lemon dessert bars deliver the right balance of sweet and …

This easy shrimp Alfredo is great option for a busy weeknight meal. It’s ready in less than 30 minutes and looks as though you spent hours on it. Shrimp and creamy sauce are a match made in heaven. This shrimp recipe is rich and flavorful; it’s such a popular dish in my house. One of …

Looking for an impressive St. Patrick’s Day cocktail? This International Incident Martini is a creamy Frangelico cocktail that blends Baileys Irish Cream, Frangelico, Kahlua, Amaretto, and vodka for an indulgent, festive drink. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this cocktail is easy to make and sure to impress your friends. Whether you’re shaking up a single glass …

These fudgy dark chocolate Baileys Irish cream brownies are baked to perfection and topped with a rich boozy ganache. Every bite has a hint of Baileys, and the smooth chocolate ganache is made richer with chocolate chips and heavy cream. Not only is this Baileys brownie recipe perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, but it’s also …

St. Patrick’s Day is a time for shamrocks, leprechauns, and festive food and beer. Today, you’ll learn how to make green beer to celebrate the holiday in the simplest way possible. This easy St. Patrick’s Day beer recipe uses just two ingredients and takes only minutes to make. A few drops of food coloring turn …

Want to make a tasty bar recipe for dessert one day this week? Try making this Oreo mint cheesecake bars recipe. If you like cheesecake recipes, you will just love these decadent bars. The Andes mints give them a creme de menthe flavor and the cream cheese makes the recipe similar to a cheesecake. Not only …

This recipe for Brussels sprouts with bacon and almonds makes a great side dish for a weeknight dinner. Serve it with salmon for a nutritious meal that tastes great! Cooking the Brussels sprouts in chicken broth takes away the bitterness that this vegetable can sometimes have. Bacon adds a nice flavor to the dish, and …

Try making garlic lemon roasted shrimp one night this week. This easy shrimp recipe is light, with a bright and fresh flavor. The best part? This meal is ready and 30 minute meal and it’s gluten-free, Paleo, and Whole30 compliant. Keep reading to learn how to make this lemon garlic roasted shrimp recipe. Ingredients for …