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December 15, 2022
Gingerbread Scones with Cream Cheese Glaze
I recently felt the need to get out my Mini Scone Pan and try my hand at a festive breakfast of Gingerbread Scones with Cream Cheese Glaze. The result was super yummy! They taste similar to a gingerbread cookie; packed with cinnamon, ginger, and clove flavors, but make a tasty breakfast or treat. I think these are slightly more moist than traditional scones and have a nice texture. They pair well with some scrambled eggs and bacon or could be added to your brunch menu. Click this link for the Mini Scone Pan. The recipe can be found here. Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees F. Generously brush the scone pan with vegetable shortening. I find vegetable shortening works best when removing the scones after baking. The pan is a little hard to clean because of the corners but if you soak it in warm soapy water for a short while it will clean up … Continue reading
December 13, 2022
Quesadilladogs
Elevate your next hotdog by smothering it with cheese and wrapping it in a tortilla before cooking. Sounds good, right? I give you the Quesadilladog! It’s basically a Tex-Mex mashup of hotdogs, spicy nacho cheese, jalapenos, and warm tortillas. It’s a great afterschool snack or can be served for lunch or dinner. You can use any kind of hotdog – all beef franks, turkey franks, etc. And any kind of nacho cheese – mild, spicy, etc. I recommend fajita size tortillas because they work will with the length of the hotdogs. You can also customize the dish if preferred. Spread some refried beans on the tortilla, add some black beans before wrapping the hotdog, perhaps serve with salsa for dipping…you get the idea! It’s a wonderful meal for picky kids or when your family can’t decide on one thing to have. Simply combine 2 favorites (hotdogs and quesadillas) and you have a win. The recipe can be found here. Start by … Continue reading
December 9, 2022
Bruschetta & Chicken Naan Flatbread
Bruschetta is a staple of summer meals. I know it’s fall, and the days are getting colder, the sun is setting earlier, and you are probably thinking of warm, hearty meals…not fresh, summer sides. BUT…bruschetta can be enjoyed in many ways. Including being used as a pizza topping. If you have a vegetable garden in your backyard or perhaps like to visit your local Farmer’s Market, you can make bruschetta with some wonderfully fresh produce. This time of year, you most likely have to purchase the ingredients at your local grocery store. And that’s OK! You’ll still have incredibly flavorful and fresh bruschetta to enjoy. Now for this recipe, the bruschetta will be used as a pizza topping but you will have leftovers. What to do with the leftovers you ask? Add as a topping on a grilled chicken breast, serve as a salsa with tortilla chips, or serve with toasted baguette slices. This recipe combines the bruschetta with rotisserie chicken … Continue reading
December 6, 2022
Taco Rice with Queso
We made Taco Rice with Queso earlier this week and it’s probably one of my favorite new recipes we’ve tried lately! It’s a one-pan recipe with meat, taco seasoning, and rice that is coated in warm, melted queso. Talk about delicious! The rice is perfectly seasoned and tender, and pairs well with the meat, but my favorite part is the queso. You drizzle some over the top of the dish before serving and then add more and more and more until you have the appropriate amount (aka a lot) of queso on your plate. Don’t mistake this recipe for a burrito bowl. You don’t add lettuce, tomatoes, shredded cheese, salsa, etc. on top (but you sure can!). You simply enjoy a bowl of taco meat, rice, and queso. And it’s amazing. The recipe can be found here. I did use plant-based meat for this recipe. You can use ground beef, ground turkey, ground chicken, ground pork – whatever … Continue reading
December 3, 2022
Appetizing Appetizers
This time of year is prime for family gatherings, holiday parties, potlucks at work, you name it!… and I want to help you kick of the holiday season with a few simple (yet tasty) appetizer recipes that are sure to get the party started. I like to create delicious appetizers that look like I spent hours in the kitchen or appear to be store-bought but in fact didn’t take much time or effort to make. You want the conversation to start flowing and to interact with your guests, really be part of the celebration vs. spending the entire event in the kitchen preparing the meal, and I have you covered. These recipes are quick, easy, and tasty. Here are the recipes: Citrus Herbed Olives Balsamic Roasted Tomatoes with Burrata Cheese Roasted Red Pepper with Burrata Cheese Citrus Herbed Olives take about 5 minutes to make (plus time to marinate) and are a wonderful … Continue reading
December 1, 2022
Baked Chicken Jalapeno Popper Flautas
Flautas are a traditional Mexican dish consisting of a tortilla that is filled with meat and cheese and tightly rolled before frying. The recipe I want to share with you today is for Baked Chicken Jalapeno Popper Flautas, which is a combination of jalapeno poppers and chicken flautas. They are made with shredded rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, jalapeno, and tortillas. This recipe is very easy to make, doesn’t take a lot of time, and makes the perfect appetizer or meal, depending on how many people you are serving. We ate these for dinner and had 2-3 each so there was plenty to go around, and we had leftovers. The recipe can be found here. Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper then generously spray with cooking spray. I like to use rotisserie chicken for this recipe, so I start by removing the chicken from … Continue reading
November 28, 2022
Individual Dessert Cups
Individual dessert cups are an easy, no bake desserts that are perfect for birthday parties, holidays, a treat for your coworkers, or for you to have on hand at home whenever you are craving a little something sweet 😊 They come in a variety of flavors (3 of which I’m sharing with you today) and are the perfect bite-sized treat. Think cookie base, creamy filling, and festive toppings. You will not be able to stop after one! Here are the recipes I’ll be walking you through today: Individual Birthday Cake Dessert Cups Individual Peanut Butter Dessert Cups Individual Banana Pudding Dessert Cups Let’s start with Individual Birthday Cake Dessert Cups. These taste just like birthday cake batter and are to die for! There is a vanilla cookie crust, birthday cake cheesecake filling, and plenty of sprinkles to go around. Super yummy and will be the talk of the party. The recipe can be found here. Start by making … Continue reading
November 23, 2022
Loaded Brownie Ice Cream Cake
Loaded Brownie Ice Cream Cake screams indulgence! The bottom is a thick fudge brownie that is topped with hot fudge, caramel sauce, ice cream, Oreo cookies, whipped cream, and more cookies. It’s a rich dessert that you won’t want to share, lol! I think ice cream desserts can be enjoyed year-round. Sure, they are necessary during summer months but every now and again I do crave a yummy ice cream dessert during fall or frigid winter months. It’s dessert…it’s for any time of year. This recipe in particular is a showstopper. It’s rich, indulgent, sweet, and you don’t need a big slice to feel satisfied because it’s so dense. The recipe can be found here. Start by preparing the brownie mix according to package instructions, using a 9×13 baking dish. Don’t over bake the brownies! But do let them cool completely. If you have a deeper 9×13 baking dish, use that. The ingredients get piled high! If you have a standard 9×13 baking dish that … Continue reading
November 20, 2022
Spicy Grilled Queso
Spicy Grilled Queso is the perfect appetizer or side dish for your next party! It’s SO SIMPLE to make…you cook the meat, add all ingredients to a disposable pan, heat on the grill, and serve. It could not be simpler to make or more delicious to eat 😊 It has a slightly smokey taste from the BBQ, a hint of heat from the jalapenos (don’t worry, it’s not overpowering), and plenty of melted cheese for dipping. The recipe can be found here. Start by preheating the grill to 250-300 degrees F. While the grill preheats, prepare the ingredients. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pound of meat and cook until cooked through, crumbling as it cooks. Then remove from the heat and set aside. I used Beyond Meat for my recipe because that’s what I had on hand. This recipe would be amazing with ground beef or a pork sausage. You could also use ground chicken … Continue reading
November 16, 2022
Thanksgiving Sides
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I’m starting to plan my menu. Do you feel prepared? I think most families have a list of recipes they make every year and traditionally serve and aren’t necessarily looking for new recipes. For example, my mom makes 2 turkeys every year. One goes on the grill, and one goes in the oven. Both are delicious and there is always a ton of meat to go around. Everyone (and I mean immediate family, cousins, aunts, uncles, etc.) looks forward to her cooking every year. My point is that she isn’t looking for a new turkey recipe. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Or in this case, if no one is complaining about the food, why make something else? 😊 BUT…there is always room for more sides or different sides. Are you assigned to bring something this year? Perhaps you are hosting Friendsgiving and aren’t sure what to make. Or you simply want to change things up a … Continue reading
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