Crab and Avocado Phyllo Bites When summer hits, I can’t get enough of seafood in my diet. Some of my favorite shellfish and fish appetizers are Baked Shrimp Taquitos, Shrimp Summer Rolls with Peanut Hoisin Dipping Sauce, Smoked Salmon Pinwheels and my latest recipe, Steamed Mussels with Piri Piri. These were actually a happy accident. I had leftover fresh lump crab meat that I didn’t want to waste after making crab cakes so I whipped up this easy appetizer....
This combination of fudgy chocolate and tangy cream cheese is a match made in heaven! If you love these Cream Cheese Brownies, you’ll love these Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies, these Red Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting and these Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies just as much! Cream Cheese Brownies If there ever was a combination to be obsessed with, it’s this one. These Cream Cheese Brownies are the ultimate mash up of sweet, rich chocolate and tangy cheesecake filling — I can never resist one or two (or more!...
Baked Chicken Thighs Whenever I need to whip up a quick family-friendly dinner, I make baked chicken thighs. I usually marinate them the night before for extra flavor, which is also perfect for those busy weeknights. Just take them out of the fridge and pop them in the oven! I usually serve it with rice, beans, and a big salad, and I have a very happy family. If you want to make them in the air fryer, check out my air fryer chicken thighs recipe....
Whenever I happen to see a small pork roast in the supermarket, I always pick one up because I know it’s an easy dinner. I usually find myself gravitating to the Slow Cooker Kalua Pork each and every time because it’s so good and easy to make, but I wanted to switch things up and came across a slow cooker recipe for this balsamic pork recipe on Add A Pinch....
Cheesecake is by far one of my favorite desserts. It can be served anywhere, anytime, and it will elevate your meal! Try out this New York cheesecake, this unique churro cheesecake, and this fantastic key lime cheesecake! Death by Chocolate Cheesecake Desserts are my weakness. And cheesecake desserts, well, those really take the cake! (Pun intended!) I have made a lot of chocolate recipes in my day that are well-loved, so chocolate lovers, this one is for you!...
As soon as the weather starts to turn a bit cold, it’s time to whip out the soups. Try my Award Winning Cheeseburger Soup, Literally the BEST Chicken Noodle Soup and Creamy Gnocchi Soup (Olive Garden Copycat), when you need something hot and comforting to warm you up. Delicious Corn Chowder This soup is truly delicious! I love the combination of smoky bacon, onions, and garlic with the creamy potatoes and sweet corn....
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Pataks for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. This Easy Butter Chicken comes together so easily with the help of Patak’s® Butter Chicken Curry Simmer Sauce and diced chicken. Serve it over rice and you have a flavorful and amazing meal for your family ready in under 30 minutes! Indian food is one of our favorites at our house....
Our naasto (snack) jar is the equivalent of a cookie jar — one minute it’s full and the next only a few crumbs remain at the bottom. It’s most often filled with chakri (savoury rice sticks), gathia (spiced chickpea flour noodles) and chevdo (the spicy-sweet-sour mix of dreams). The moment when you sit down to masala chai and ‘naasto’ is when troubles fizzle away. The soothing, milky masala tea erases the furrows in your brow and the crunchy, savoury, sweet and spicy snacks are a welcome cuddle from the inside....
If you are looking for an awesome cheese ball recipe you have come to the right place. You should also try this Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball, this super easy Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Ball, or this perfectly refreshing Pineapple Cheese Ball. Chip Beef Cheese Ball It’s no secret I’m a huge fan of appetizers! From dips to sliders, charcuterie boards and of course cheese balls, I just can’t get enough! There is nothing better in my opinion than walking into a party and seeing a snacking spread....
This velvety, decadent chocolate pudding pie is sure to please the entire family! Plus it’s so easy to make, and can be a no bake pie with simply substituting a graham cracker, or chocolate cookie pie crust. If you’re still needing some more chocolate inspiration make sure you check out this Death by Chocolate Cheesecake, Chocolate Lava Cakes and this Chocolate Torte. Easy Chocolate Pudding Pie It’s the season for pies, and this Chocolate Pudding Pie should top everyone’s list!...
Pasta salads are the best! There are so many out there to try and so many variations that they are different every single time! Try some more favorites like this salad Mediterranean pasta salad or a Tuscan pasta salad. Both recipes are easy to make and so delicious! Easy Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad Alright, who is obsessed with side dishes at BBQs and get-togethers? I love them SO much! I think it’s because I love trying food and a potluck means that I get to try a little bit of everything!...
Steak is always a favorite of mine with so much flavor and easy to make for those special occasions. If you are looking to impress your family try this Best Ever Beef Wellington Recipe, Garlic Butter Herb Prime Rib Recipe or Garlic Herb Butter Beef Tenderloin. Best London Broil Impress your family with this decadent, tender and juicy London Broil. You can’t go wrong with this beautiful displayed piece of meat....
Hi there! It’s Jessica Gavin, Certified Culinary Scientist and I’m thrilled to share this classic pasta carbonara recipe made with simple and flavorful ingredients. Tender spaghetti noodles get tossed in a creamy homemade egg and cheese sauce. The eggs add richness and body to the sauce. However, care must be taken to ensure that it stays smooth and not clumpy. Learn the easy techniques on how to make a delicious sauce without the worry....
In a desperate attempt to uphold my prized title, I present to you, my first entry into Mr P’s Re-Inventing the Lamington competition 2011 – Eggless Turkish Delight Lamingtons. For those of you who don’t know, a lamington is essentially an Australian filled and covered cake. Simple as that. I love cooking with flowers, as long as the final product isn’t too strong and perfumed. Sounds like a contradiction in itself, but rose jelly and rose cream with lemon scented sponge and white chocolate is a match made in heaven....
This simple double potato concoction with cream and freshly-ground spices is a dish I crave often. I welcome the combination of wholesome and floury Maris Piper potatoes and sweet potatoes. Whilst both are delicious in their own right, something rather magical happens when you marry them together with cream and masalas. What is Garam Masala? Garam masala (Hindi: गरम मसाला) is a blend of warming spices, used heavily in Indian dishes, most often in North Indian recipes....
Garlic Butter Mushrooms Sautéing mushrooms in butter creates a rich, caramelized, umami-loaded side that’s out of this world. My family loves them and I love how easy they are to make. Eat them as a side dish with any protein or add them to eggs or pasta. More of my favorite mushroom recipes are Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Shallots, Braised Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms and Leeks, and Beef and Mushroom Ragu with Spaghetti Squash....
Grilled Crab Legs Grilling Crab Legs is so easy – it’s my favorite method to cook them! There’s no looking for a big pot or making a mess in the kitchen. Just thaw the legs and heat them on the grill. Then crack them open and enjoy! Some of my other favorite ways to eat crab are Baked Crab Cakes, Crab Cauliflower Fried “Rice” and Tomato, Corn, Crab and Avocado Salad....
So many ways to enjoy this chicken dinner! Try adding this key lime chicken to a fresh homemade salad like my Chili Lime Chicken Salad or grill it and serve it alongside sweet Grilled Coconut Lime Pineapple. It was easy to grill the chicken to perfection and it turned out so juicy and tender. Simple to make and comes together in less than 20 minutes. This is a MUST make grilled chicken recipe....
Oh my goodness have I got a taco recipe for you today! You all know by now my love for salmon. Salmon is hands down my favorite fish. I eat it 2-3 times a week at my house and it has so many health benefits like omega 3 fatty acids and DHA and EPA which help to prevent against a stroke. I eat salmon so many different ways but grilled and stuffed into a taco might just be a new favorite....
Harissa Eggs in Purgatory This is the type of dish you can have for breakfast, lunch or dinner (Hello Meatless Mondays). Serve with with crusty bread, or any type of grain and call it a meal or double the portion and skip the starch if you are following a low carb or paleo diet.
