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Whether you’re camping or simply looking to elevate your nacho game, these easy-to-make nachos are a crowd-pleasing treat that will leave everyone wanting more. Nachos are a staple around our house, and you must try these Air Fryer Nachos as a side for dinner, these Easy Carne Asada Nachos as an appetizer at a potluck or even these Dessert Nachos for after the party! What is Campfire Nachos? Campfire Nachos are a mouthwatering twist on the classic Mexican dish, perfect for outdoor gatherings and camping trips....

As much as I love savory charcuterie boards, dessert boards need love too! After you make this amazing caramel apple charcuterie board, try this hot chocolate charcuterie or s’mores charcuterie! Caramel Apple Board Fall is here, and whether you’re having a backyard bonfire or just chilling indoors, you’ve got to try this caramel apple charcuterie board! My family loves it. It’s so delicious and so easy to prepare, it’s our new fall tradition!...

Don’t get me wrong, I love work, but three day weekends would make me a very happy bunny indeed. Speaking of bunnies… In this week’s recipe, grated carrots, swede and sweet potatoes are bound together with nutty chickpea flour and spices to create these light and crispy fritters. Dip them in a spicy coriander and lime chutney and the flavours come alive. I wanted these fritters to remain a beautiful orange colour, keeping the filling grated and not mashed....

Fruity desserts are the best! Try some more of my favorites like this delicious berry cheesecake salad, or my families favorite Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls with Lemon Cream Cheese Glaze Cherry Pie Bars Recipe My favorite pie is cherry pie! It’s so delicious and you can have it all year long, no matter that the occasion! But pie can be time consuming, and thats where this simple recipe comes in! These cherry pie bars are so good, it’s like biting into cherry pie AND cookies....

Chicken Tikka Masala If you need dinner ideas for for chicken breasts, I think you will love this dish! Chicken Tikka Masala is probably the most popular dish on the menu of any Indian restaurant in the States. Ironically, this dish originated in the United Kingdom and is considered Britain’s national dish. My lighter version uses yogurt instead of cream which also adds some extra protein, and is wonderful served over rice....

Mexican food is just divine. The meats are always so tender and flavorful, thanks to all of the delicious spices and seasonings they’re slow-cooked in! After you try chicken tinga, you’ll have to make some shredded sweet pulled pork or chorizo for your next taco night! What is Chicken Tinga? Chicken tinga, also known as tinga de pollo, is a traditional Mexican dish that consists of shredded chicken that’s been slow-cooked in a tomato-based sauce....

Chipotle Seasoning Recipe Who needs pre-made seasoning packets when you have an amazing, perfectly smoky chipotle seasoning? This blend is a mouthwatering combination of 7 flavorful herbs and ground spices. Use it on meats like grilled chicken or roasted vegetables, and spice up your favorite marinade or dressing! I love to add it to grilled shrimp and vegetable kabobs, and it’s a great alternative to taco seasoning in this taco spaghetti dish....

Hey everyone! Chelsea back from Chelsea’s Messy Apron. I’ve got a fun dessert/appetizer for your New Year’s Eve celebrations! This dessert isn’t completely original, but a favorite from growing up. My mom used to make these for us all the time and I LOVE them — sweet and salty at it’s best. Basically you sandwich a chocolate-caramel candy in between two ritz crackers and dip it either halfway or completely in melted chocolate....

Truffles are surprisingly easy to make and perfect for any special occasion. If you love truffle recipes as much as we do, make sure to also check out these White Chocolate and Mint truffles! Amazingly Delicious Chocolate Truffles These chocolate truffles are a deliciously decadent treat and the perfect two-bite indulgence. Even though they’re very easy to make, they make every occasion feel special. They also make great gifts packaged in a pretty box!...

Aren’t homemade seasoning blends the best? They add all the best flavors without any preservatives! Homemade Italian seasoning, chili seasoning, and taco seasoning are a few more staples to try making! You’re going to love having them on hand. Mexican Chorizo Seasoning If you love making your own seasoning blends as much as I do, you’re in for a treat! I have quite a few recipes up on the blog now, but this homemade chorizo seasoning is the best addition to the list....

If you love fruit salad and are looking for more recipes then this tried and true berry salad, grape salad, and this delicious cranberry fluff are just for you. They are all so good and some of my favorites! Christmas Fruit Salad This salad is a MUST TRY recipe and it’s one you’re going to need with all of the parties coming up this month! With all of the feasting and indulging, I love throwing this light and healthy Christmas fruit salad on the table (with the main course or the desserts — you choose!...

Cobb Salad with Buttermilk Ranch Chicken, tomatoes, bacon, avocado, eggs, blue cheese and lettuce all conveniently layered in a jar with a light homemade ranch – portable and perfect to make ahead to take to work, school, the beach, park or anywhere you want a delicious meal on the go! This is a very large salad, with plenty of protein so it will leave you full for hours. Perfect if you have leftover grilled chicken....

We also love these Pineapple Cheesecake Dessert Bars, Turtle Pecan Bars, or Biscoff Oatmeal Bars as a dessert at our house! Coconut Lime Butter Bars We just got back from a family vacation to Hawaii. I always wonder why I don’t live in Hawaii every time I visit. It is so gorgeous there! We did all of the fun things in Maui. Ziplining, snorkeling, submarine ride, and we ate plenty of pineapple and Hula Pie!...

This cookie salad is always a hit! The instant pudding powder is the yummiest addition. For more pudding-based treats try my pistachio pudding salad, this Oreo fluff, or my popular stabilized whipped cream! Cookie Salad Cookies and salads seem contradictory to each other, but the combination of the two together is perfection in this cookie salad! You’ll love the fluffy pudding and juicy fruit before you even rave about the cookies pieces....

Make a full Chick-fil-A menu for a fun night out, that’s actually in! Make Chicken nuggets, Regular or Frosted Lemonade and of course you have to have the famous Chick-fil-A Sauce to make it complete! Copycat Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich We absolutely love Chick-fil-A at our house! So you can imagine my excitement when I found this copycat recipe. I kept thinking how awesome it would be to make these at home....

I have a confession. I hate football. The only game that I was really able to get into was the University of Utah game versus BYU. It is just so boring to me and I ask WAY to many questions. But there is one thing that I can guarantee when you come over to my house for a football game. There will be some amazing food! These cream cheese jalapeño pinwheels were so easy and simple to put together....

I am so excited to be working with McCormick again this year and creating delicious and flavorful recipes to share with you! Some of you may be observing meat- free Fridays this month during Lent and I have a quick and easy recipe for you today. Whether or not you are observing Lent this month, seafood is an easy swap to make and adds delicious flavor and texture to your dish....

Because Bolognese sauce needs to cook slow and low for several hours, the crock pot is ideal for this. You can make this with ground turkey, buffalo, veal, or whatever meat you prefer. I always make it with beef, using the leanest ground beef I can find. I’ve been taking some of my existing stove top recipes and recreating them for the slow cooker which usually require some minor tweaks to make them work....

Crock Pot Salsa Chicken If you need dinner ideas for a package of boneless, skinless chicken thighs and are unsure what to do with them, you need to make this embarrassingly simple recipe! This easy slow cooker dump recipe is perfect when you don’t feel like cooking. Make it with boneless chicken thighs (chicken breasts work, too), your favorite jarred salsa, and spices. And if you love this recipe, don’t miss my Slow Cooker Chicken Salsa Chicken with Black Beans and Corn or Salsa Verde Chicken....

Homemade dips are a must-make for any party. They’re easy to make (which is a win for me) and everyone loves them! A few more great recipes to try are crockpot buffalo chicken dip, hot corn dip, and this creamy chicken alfredo dip. Pair them with your favorite chips and crackers for an appetizer everyone will be drooling over. Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip Dip lovers, this one’s for you!...