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Using shrimp in classic dishes like pasta salad gives it an extra boost of delicious flavor and texture. You can use shrimp in so many ways- grilled, in a skillet, or pasta! Cold Shrimp Pasta Salad Pasta salads are always there for you. It is so easy to whip some up for the masses right before a potluck, with no hassle storage and transportation. But it is time to give your salad an upgrade and bring in light, summery flavors like fresh dill, lemon, and shrimp!...

Crockpot recipes just make life easier! I love that I can start dinner before my day gets hectic. I can’t wait for you to try some of my go-to crockpot dinners. You’ll love this Olive Garden chicken, the beef and broccoli, or this potato soup. What is Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings? Classic chicken and dumplings is a creamy chicken and vegetable soup topped with uncooked dumplings. The biscuit-like dough is steamed and cooked through from the moisture of the soup....

Comfort food doesn’t get any better than a bowl of piping hot, creamy, spicy lentils topped with crispy onions, fried green chillies and crunchy fried spinach. Urad, or black gram lentils are a staple in Indian homes and are used for making a variety of dishes from simple daals to elaborate Masala Dosa. They’re packed with protein and have a heartier texture than mung beans. Because of their tougher texture, they need to be cooked thoroughly to extract as much of their creamy starchiness as possible....

Zucchini “Meatballs” These vegetarian meatballs were a HUGE hit in my house, I even let my neighbors and friends try and everyone loved them! Serve them as an appetizer, over zucchini noodles, whole wheat pasta or with a crusty piece of bread on the side. You can see more zucchini recipes like this here. A few weeks ago I made these awesome eggplant “meatballs” and the most asked question I got in the comments and on Facebook was can you make them with zucchini?...

I am a sucker for a good dip. Whether they are sweet or savory, I just love snacking on a yummy dip. I make them for almost every party because they are a great way to get people comfortable and a little food in their bellies. If you are looking for savory dips for your next party, I have recipes for you. You’ve got to try this Whipped Feta Dip, this amazing Creamy Ranch Poolside Dip, and this warm Spinach Dip....

Hi guys! It’s Kelley back from Chef Savvy! Today I am sharing this Easy Beef Teriyaki! A quick and easy dinner that is ready in under 20 minutes! I love making my own teriyaki sauce at home. It’s just as flavorful, super easy and a lot healthier. I adapted this sauce from my Easy Chicken Teriyaki. The teriyaki sauce consists of soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, fish sauce, ginger, garlic and brown sugar....

Aren’t salads just the best? You can add them to just about any meal (or even have them as your main entree) and they go with just about everything! Check out my favorite antipasto salad, this strawberry salad or this delicious wedge salad! What is Kale Caesar Salad? Kale Caesar salad is a healthier twist on the classic Caesar salad. Leafy kale is considered a superfood packed with vitamins and minerals that are lacking in romaine lettuce....

Meatballs are a staple dish that everyone in my family loves! Porcupine, creamy Cajun, and Swedish meatballs are some of our favorites that you’ve got to try! Brown Sugar Glazed Ham Balls Recipe The holidays are so busy, so here’s a super easy dinner that your family will go crazy over! Ham balls have been a new favorite with my family. They’re so delicious! This is a beloved traditional dish from the midwest....

Looking for more easy, healthy breakfast recipes? A smoothie bowl, acai bowl, or overnight oats are my go-to breakfasts! They’re so good and will power you through your day! Healthy and Delicious Homemade Oatmeal Recipe Oatmeal, honestly, is one of my favorite breakfasts. I’ve probably had it a million times but something about it is so hearty and comforting! The best part is, you can add so many different toppings, no two breakfasts are ever the same!...

You need to have staple recipes on hand like this one to cover you no matter what your needs are when you are cooking! Use this shredded chicken in these egg rolls, this soup, or in this yummy pasta! Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Instant pot shredded chicken is a recipe that you must file away somewhere that you have easy access to because you will be making it all the time!...

You can stop trying to lick your elbow now. It’s never going to happen and plus, you look ridiculous. I wanted to create a quiche with strong flavours that cut through the creaminess of the dish while also making a small slice go a long way. This was imperative because if I didn’t, I’d have ended up squirming on the floor with a protruding belly and crumbs all over my face having eaten it all....

Ever since I heard about the South African Melktert (Milk Tart) I knew I had to try it. It’s creamy, custardy and packed with delicious cinnamon flavours on top of a shortcrust pastry base. What’s not to love? Much like a British custard tart, the Melktert is made with egg yolks for that famous custard-like wobble. As you know, yolks are not my setting agent of choice – I’m going rogue and using my own blend of cornflour (cornstarch) and wheat flour blended with milk....

Fish Cakes These homemade baked or air fryer fish cakes are healthier than deep frying. Anytime I have leftover fish, I like to turn it into fish cakes or fish croquettes, like these Tuna Croquettes or Air Fryer Salmon Patties. For this easy Fish Cake recipe, I included the cooking instructions for the air fryer and oven, but of course, they come out crispiest in the air fryer! Fish Cakes Ingredients Fish: You can use any white fish fillets, such as flounder, tilapia, cod, halibut, or even salmon, or canned crab....

I can’t even describe how amazing this recipe turned out. I loved the crust surrounding the frozen dessert. It gave it a little crunch and it was delicious! The middle was creamy and I loved the fresh frozen strawberries inside. The guys all loved it and described it as strawberry ice cream sandwich. This is the perfect summertime dessert and I am so happy to have gotten this delicious recipe....

Love beans? Try these Garlic Parmesan Green Beans with Bacon, World’s Best Baked Beans, Addicting Bean Dip, or the World’s Best Green Bean Casserole. Garlic Butter String Beans Hi guys! Natasha from Salt & Lavender here! Thanksgiving is coming up soon, and if you’re looking for a fantastic and simple side dish, this one’s for you (and all the garlic lovers out there). I fully believe that the simplest dishes with the fewest ingredients are usually the tastiest....

The Best Green Bean Casserole Recipe You will love this modern take on the classic green bean casserole! This easy recipe is made from scratch, and is the perfect addition to your holiday table. The perfect side dish to accompany your Thanksgiving Turkey along with all the fixins like Sweet Potato Casserole, Cranberry Sauce, Stuffing and Mashed Potatoes. You can see all my Thanksgiving recipes here. Confession: I strongly dislike mushy green beans....

I don’t know about your family, but in my house everyone has a different dinner request. My husband would be happy with some form of beef every night for the rest of his life. And my oldest son could eat a pound of pasta by himself, if I let him. Maybe even two. But my youngest, oddly enough, is quite the vegetarian at 4 years old. He actually will eat whatever meat you ask him to, but given the choice, he’d gladly take a salad, orange slices, and an apple over chicken nuggets, cheeseburgers, and french fries any day....

Cooking meat in the kitchen can be intimidating, but the outcome is SO worth it! From perfectly tender London broil, to fall-apart pork roast and crispy chicken drumsticks…let’s talk meat! Why is it Important to Know the Different Cuts of Meat? Understanding meat cuts is like having a secret weapon in the kitchen—it elevates your cooking game and helps you in all of your shopping decisions. Each cut cooks differently, has different amounts of flavor, and really should be picked correctly so it can be the star of the show....

For this recipe, I used store-bought gulab jamuns layered in between a coconut cheesecake filling. Eggless Gulab Jamun Cheesecake Jars are elegant and scrumptious, and have the perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess in a jar. This simple recipe involves 3 easy steps: That’s it! Perfect to make ahead for a Diwali Party or special occasion. 2. Add melted butter. (Image 2) 3. Add ground cardamom. (Image 3) 4. Pulse until you have a slightly wet crumbly texture....

Some of my favorite Coconut Macaroon memories are from Ocean City, NJ. It’s where my family vacations every single year for a week. Along the boardwalk there is a famous macaroon shop called George’s Candies. They have all sorts of flavors, but my all time favorite are the classic coconut macaroons. Just imagine eating creamy coconut macaroons walking along the boardwalk and listening to the sounds of the ocean waves crashing against one another....