If you haven’t heard of arancini, don’t feel bad! You’re not alone. I recently was at one of my favorite restaurants and saw “arancini” listed on the appetizer menu and of course had to google it to find out exactly what it was. Basically it’s a rice ball deep fried…almost like a fried meatball made of rice. We ordered them OF COURSE and I was instantly in love. I could have eaten them for our entire meal....

You all know that I love a good dip! They are perfect for any occasion! Try out this 5-minute million-dollar dip, this delicious hot spinach artichoke dip, or another family favorite, this crack chicken dip! Baked Bacon Dip Recipe This baked bacon dip is the ultimate party food!! It has everything that anyone could ever want in a dip. If you put cheese and bacon together in a dip, you’ll see me running back for more!...

Balsamic Roasted Veggies and Pasta It’s made with roasted zucchini, yellow squash, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, mushrooms, peppers, and broccoli then tossed with beans and pesto. SO good, and picky husband approved! Pesto not your thing? Try this Summer Macaroni Salad instead! I also love this Summer Cavatelli with Corn, Tomatoes and Zucchini dish! For the pasta, I used Delallo’s gluten-free fusilli, the best gluten-free pasta brand out there in my opinion!...

Banana Nut Pancakes Years ago before I knew how to make pancakes from scratch I always added a ripe mashed banana to my pancake mix. But making pancakes from scratch is so easy with ingredients you probably already have in hand. The potassium-rich bananas and fiber-rich walnuts, also high in omega-3 fatty acids, make for a super healthy breakfast. These easy banana pancakes are delicious when topped with maple syrup or your favorite pancake toppings....

If you enjoy the sweetness of a banana cake try Flourless Banana Cake, Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting or Banana Bread Crumb Cake. Chocolate Chip Banana Cake I see your banana cake and I raise you this incredibly moist chocolate chip banana cake which is loaded with chocolate chips in every single bite and topped with a silky smooth chocolate ganache. You won’t have to worry about storing it because every bite will be devoured!...

So many varieties of fried rice can be made. These better than takeout fried rice recipes are a collage of all my favorites! Chicken Fried Rice I mean really. Who doesn’t like fried rice? Ok maybe my six year old doesn’t because of the veggies inside, but I am pretty sure he is the only one out there. 🙂 For my birthday dinner with my family I chose to go to our favorite little chinese restaurant....

For more steakhouse-worthy appetizers that will have the family raving, try these: jalapeno poppers, crispy potato skins, or avocado egg rolls! Bloomin Onion Recipe Crispy, golden, and flavorful, a homemade bloomin’ onion is the best appetizer to serve with any meal. It’s surprisingly easy to make, and once you know how, you’ll want to make it all the time! Good news is, you only need a few simple ingredients to make it....

Broiled Fish with Tomato Caper Sauce I try to eat fish twice a week as a healthy source of protein, and this healthy Broiled Fish recipe with Tomato Caper Sauce is so flavorful and easy to make. It’s a simple dish with only a few ingredients, so it’s important to use high-quality ones to achieve maximum flavor. Think extra virgin olive oil, fresh pepper, ripe, in-season tomatoes, and a good dry wine....

It’s summer time and there is an abundance of fresh produce ready to be eaten! A great way to enjoy all those vibrant vegetables is in a Buddha Bowl! For more well balanced meals, try my favorite Poke Bowl, Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad, Summer Cobb Salad, and Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps. VEGAN BUDDHA BOWL If you’d like to eat a more balanced diet, start making Buddha Bowls! They are so easy to throw together, taste awesome, and make you feel so good....

At least that’s what I’ve felt these past few weeks. Last time I blogged, I told you about my Trigeminal Neuralgia and how it shook up my world for a long time before I actually sought out a solution. Well, I’ve been on carbamazepine for some three months now and I’m finally starting to feel like a real human again. Hurray! I had a beautiful week of rest and relaxation in Cancun with my husband recently and it was real bliss....

You guys know me and my salmon. I am o b s e s s e d. And since salmon can be intimidating to cook for some, one of my favorite ways to cook it is in foil. I absolutely love this Parmesan Garlic Herb Salmon in foil. And since making this Grilled Lime Butter Salmon this summer I fell in love with the flavor! I knew that I wanted to bake a salmon in foil using the same delicious buttery lime combo....

Spicy Crab Stuffed Avocado I eat avocados everyday, some favorites are tomato corn and avocado salad, avocado fries, avocado egg salad, and of course the Best Guacamole Recipe! I’ve had this idea in my head all week, I wasn’t exactly sure how it would come out but I’m obsessed with them, they came out so good! There’s no cooking involved, takes less than 10 minutes to whip up! They are also low-carb, keto, paleo, whole30, dairy-free and gluten-free....

There’s a reason cannolis have been loved for hundreds of years! You’ll have to try these other classic recipes. Baklava, crème brulée, and apple galette are more old-world desserts that will wow with their sweet, delicious flavor! Flaky and Delicious Cannoli Recipe Cannolis are one of those things where if I see them behind the glass of a bakery, I just can’t resist getting one. That first bite through layers of a golden, flaky shell and sweetened ricotta cream is pure heaven....

Skewers are a great way to combine different flavors, colors, and textures all in one place. They’re so delicious and look so appetizing! Try these antipasto skewers, Thai chicken skewers, or teriyaki beef skewers at your next barbecue! Caprese Skewers With a Balsamic Drizzle I’ve been trying to clean up some of my eating habits this summer, so rather than whipping up my signature batch of homemade brownies every time there’s a potluck or party to attend, I’ve been making these fresh and light Caprese skewers instead....

This recipe is plant-forward but feels almost indulgent (it’s gluten-free, soy-free, and easy to make nut-free). And the presentation is A+, making it a great addition to your holiday menu. And the flavors are outrageously good! Step-by-step instructions Roast the cauliflower steaks Slicing from the top downwards, cut the cauliflower heads into 3/4-inch (2 cm) steak-style cuts. Transfer them a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle some of the olive oil over the cauliflower steaks, rubbing it into the crevices....

Chicken and Shrimp Laap (Larb) Laap (also known as Larb) is regarded as the “unofficial” national dish of Laos. It’s made with many different minced meats including duck, pork, turkey but I really love this combination of chicken and shrimp. Switching lettuce for bread is a great way to turn any sandwich or taco into a low-carb meal. Some of my favorites are Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps, Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps, and even BLT Lettuce Wraps....

Rating: 5 stars Difficulty of Recipe: 4 starsThings that I changed: The only thing that I changed is that I bought the Tyson pre-made grilled chicken in the refrigerated section so that it was easier.Things that I would do differently next time: NothingWill I make it again? For sure! This is the best pizza dough that I have had!Recipe from: Lulu the baker

If there’s one thing that always a hit at the dinner table, it’s these chicken lettuce wraps. In fact, we have lots of lettuce wrap recipes on the site including shrimp, Tex-Mex, Asian and turkey lettuce wraps that you should definitely try! Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps If you are looking for a low-carb, healthy recipe that always delivers and tastes amazing, these Chicken Lettuce Wraps should be on the top of your list....

I made this chili queso a couple of weeks ago for our superbowl party. I was inspired by Buffalo Wild Wing’s chili queso. It took queso to a whole different level by loading queso up with a lot of amazing flavors! I could have just made this for the Superbowl party and I would have been completely content. It was an absolute hit and everyone couldn’t get enough of it....

What is Chocolate Depression Cake? Depression Cake is known as Wacky Cake or War Cake dates back to World War I. This type of cake was made during wartime when there was a shortage of eggs, milk, and butter. Despite the Depression Chocolate Cake not containing eggs, milk, and butter, it is actually very moist. Top it with a Mocha Buttercream on top which makes it taste even better, and yes, Mocha Buttercream does indeed contain butter....