This basil garlic chicken is rich and easy to make. It’s pretty enough for company but comes together quickly for any weeknight meal. I am always trying new recipes that feature chicken. We eat it several times a week and get tired of the same recipes, even if we love them the first time I …
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This beef, broccoli and couscous stir fry is a great way to use up left over steak or roast beef. It is a tasty 30 minute meal that will make you think you are at your favorite Chinese restaurant. It is rare for me to make steak or roast beef without having some left over …
Looking for a rich and delicious way to start off your day that is ready in a flash? Try this tropical white chocolate smoothie recipe. It tastes like a tropical milkshake and has peanut butter for protein, so you won’t feel hungry mid morning. This white chocolate tropical smoothie is just perfect to have before …
Lemons aren’t just for cooking. In addition to recipes, you can also try using lemons in other spaces in your home including the kitchen to the bathroom. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade, or so goes the saying. But think again! Get out the citrus and see how you can put them to great …
These no-bake peanut butter balls are made with rolled oats, peanut butter, coconut flakes, honey, and dark chocolate chips for an easy snack that’s ready with just a few minutes of prep. Since there’s no baking required, they’re perfect for meal prep and make a satisfying afternoon treat. The mixture comes together in just minutes …
These white chocolate brownies are made with peanut butter chips to give a nice change from the traditional look of a brownie. They have a lighter appearance, and the taste is a bit lighter, too. Swapping out the type of chocolate used also gives this sweet treat a new name – a blonde brownie, also …
This easy Oreo cheesecake recipe is a simple no-bake dessert that’s rich, creamy, and loaded with cookies and cream flavor. Made with just five ingredients, including a prepared Oreo cookie crust, it’s a rich, creamy no-bake dessert. The filling comes together in minutes, then it’s chilled until perfectly firm. To keep this recipe quick and …
This coconut crusted French toast makes breakfast special! For you busy cooks – this is one of my most cherished 30 minute meals. For weeks, when my husband and I go out for breakfast on Sunday morning, I have been saying that I should make French toast at home. And I am so glad I …
Are you looking for the ultimate chocolate and peanut butter dessert? These Reese’s peanut butter cup brownies are the answer. The rich, fudgy brownies are topped with a thick layer of frosting, drizzled with melted chocolate, and decorated with pieces of Reese’s peanut butter cups. The combination of the chocolate brownie and the peanut butter …
This fig crumble is both tart and sweet with a crunchy oat topping. Serve it with some whipped cream or ice cream for a delightful summer dessert. One of the true beauties of this rich dessert is that the figs that I used were very ripe. This made for a wonderful syrup like filling that …
This one pot balsamic chicken recipe is one of my favorite 30 minute meals. Tender and juicy chicken is flavored with a tasty balsamic sauce that brings the vegetable to life. And even better, this delicious chicken recipe is a one pan meal, as well! We are all busy and most of us don’t have …
This chocolate hazelnut fruit dip is a healthier version of the traditional cream cheese dip. This easy appetizer still has tons of flavor and is so quick to make. I love the combination of chocolate and hazelnuts in this creamy and delicious dip. It gives a luscious dessert taste but still fits into a health …
This Patron pineapple cocktail is like an upgraded margarita with a tropical twist to it. If you are looking for some new drinks with Patron, be sure to add this one to your list of cocktails to try. The fruity tequila drink combines the sweetness of pineapple with Patron silver and Patrón Citrónge orange for …
This spicy shrimp and tomato pasta is my latest addition to my collection of shrimp recipes. It will tempt even the most ardent Italian foodie. Shrimp is one of my favorite seafoods. I love how quick and easy it is to prepare and adding spices to it bumps up the heat but still tastes great. The …
One of the big pleasures of the summer is all of the BBQ cooking that is done. It is the idea way to socialize with friends when the temps are high and the feeling is casual. And nothing is better on the grill than perfect spare ribs. Foodies know that great spare ribs normally take …
This blueberry cobbler is full of the flavor of plump, tangy blueberries and the delicious buttery streusel topping adds just the right amount of decadence without being too heavy for a summer dessert table. Summer time is one of my favorite times of the year to make fruit desserts. The fruit is so plentiful and …
When you are looking for an easy weekend breakfast, you can’t top these banana nut muffins with a streusel topping. They are BIG, delicious and full of flavor. The topping is fairly light, so the heartiness of the banana and nuts comes through without being too sweet. I love using ripe bananas in muffins to …
Crusty artisan breads make great tasting sandwiches and are the are a perfect pairing with comforting soups! Every time I go to Panera, I come home with a loaf of one of their amazing breads. However you don’t need to go to the bakery to enjoy one of these delicious artisan breads. The list of …
This light seafood chowder is filled with the flavors of white fish, succulent seafood and healthy vegetables for a summer time soup that reminds me of days on the coast of Maine. Most New England seafood chowder recipes are full of cream and butter which makes for anything but a light dish. As I usually …
Summer is almost here and nothing says summer quite like a big glass of lemonade. However, lemonade is not just for drinking as these recipes using lemonade will show. Lemonade adds a nice touch of citrus to many types of recipes. It pairs well with everything from desserts to main dishes. Celebrate your summer in …
This recipe for banana nut breakfast bars has all the flavor of a homemade banana muffin in an easy-to-slice breakfast bar. Made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, applesauce, and crunchy walnuts, they’re perfect for a quick grab-and-go breakfast or afternoon snack. These soft banana breakfast bars are an excellent way to use up overripe bananas. …
There’s nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of chicken and dumplings with Bisquick. This one-pot meal is simple to prepare and perfect for feeding a hungry family. This soup is made with chicken, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. The dumplings cook on top of the simmering broth, soaking up all its flavor. Whether you’re cooking …
When busy weeknights roll around, it’s great to have some 30 minute meal ideas on hand. This teriyaki beef stir fry is one of my favorites! Not only is this dinner recipe easy to make, but it’s nutritious too. This teriyaki beef stir fry is loaded healthy vegetables and is on the table in less …
If you’re craving something rich, fudgy, and incredibly easy, these peanut butter chocolate brownies are the perfect treat. This recipe uses a simple brownie box mix and elevates it by incorporating peanut butter chips, topping it with a store-bought frosting, and adding a creamy peanut butter drizzle. You’ll have a decadent dessert that tastes completely …
The difference between brownies and blondies comes mainly from the color and the main ingredients. I have seen many recipe makers call a blondie a butterscotch brownie. While technically this is somewhat true, in actual fact, a blondie and a brownie are two completely different dessert options. There is even a special food holiday called …
Turn ordinary fudge brownies into a kid’s special treat dessert with these M&M box mix brownies. The secret is adding M&M mini baking bits over the top of the brownies for the last few minutes. This is another in my series of brownie add-in recipes. There is no long list of supplies or hard-to-find items. …