Get ready to fall utterly in love with this incredible Pistachio Marzipan! A beautiful green and positively bursting with flavor, this pistachio marzipan recipe takes all of 5 minutes to make! That's FIVE minutes away from pure heaven! There are essentially two ways … Continue reading →
German Nougat (Nuss-Nougat Rohmasse)
Nuss-Nougat Rohmasse is a popular German ingredient used as a filling for baking and confections. Featuring hazelnuts, chocolate and sugar, this German nougat recipe is easy to make and within minutes of prep time you'll have a phenomenal homemade version of that … Continue reading →
Pumpkin Pie Spice
Made with ingredients you already have in your pantry, this homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice recipe is super quick to make and is cheaper and much more FLAVORFUL than store-bought!  Use this in any recipe calling for pumpkin spice and you'll immediately notice the massive flavor … Continue reading →
Boxty (Irish Potato Pancakes)
Boxty are Irish potato pancakes made from a combination of grated and mashed potatoes that are fried until delightfully crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They're irresistibly delicious! This traditional boxty recipe uses simple ingredients, is easy to make, and … Continue reading →
Baked Tofu
This baked tofu recipe transforms that soft, squishy mass into the most delightfully crispy-chewy nuggets that take all of 5 minutes of prep time and can be used as a substitute in virtually any dish that calls for meat! As an omnivore I like meat but I don't eat a … Continue reading →
Magenbrot (German Gingerbread Bites)
A German Christmas is incomplete without Magenbrot, the ever popular gingerbread treats found at every German Christmas market. Flavored with a variety of warming spices, honey, hazelnuts, orange, and chocolate, these gingerbread cookies are absolutely delicious! What … Continue reading →
Grilled Salmon with Peach Salsa
Grilled Salmon with Peach Salsa  If you're looking for a fabulous grilled salmon recipe to add to your repertoire, this one's a must try! Smoky grilled salmon is topped a fresh and vibrant sweet-spicy salsa featuring peaches and jalapenos! Quick and easy to make with … Continue reading →
Bread and Butter Pickles
Delightfully crunchy with the perfect balance of sweet and tart, these bread and butter pickles are a breeze to make and can be stored in the refrigerator or canned for long-term storage. These are practically a staple in our home and we love them on sandwiches, burgers, or … Continue reading →
Coconut Sunflower Seed Cookies
Sweet coconut, chewy oats, and salty toasted sunflower seeds pair in these delightful and delicious Coconut Sunflower Seed Cookies! Sunflowers are such happy flowers and it's hard not to feel cheered up just by looking at them. I've always wanted to visit a huge … Continue reading →
Gluten Free Treacle Tart
A gluten free version of one of Great Britain's most famous desserts, this gluten free Treacle Tart recipe features a perfectly flaky, buttery crust filled with a deliciously gooey, lemon-infused filling! A frequently requested dessert in our home, Treacle Tart is a … Continue reading →
Pepperoni Pizza Pasta Salad
Pepperoni Pizza Pasta Salad Enjoy your favorite pizza toppings in this pasta salad! Easy to assemble and made in advance, bring this to your next family picnic, BBQ, or potluck! You just can't have too many pasta salad recipes.  They're the perfect accompaniment to … Continue reading →
Gooseberry Jam
This flavorful homemade Gooseberry Jam recipe will bring the PERFECT amount of zing and sweetness to your oatmeal, toast, yogurt, and more! This recipe is easy to follow and made with all-natural, simple ingredients that come together to create a deliciously unforgettable … Continue reading →
Trout Almondine
Fine dining meets weeknight dinner in this classic Trout Almondine recipe that's easy to prepare but will make you feel like a Michelin star chef! Perfectly pan-fried fish served with a buttery sauce featuring toasted almonds, lemon, and parsley - it's a … Continue reading →
Mexican Turtle Cookies
Only three words are needed to describe the pure bliss that accompanies each bite of these cookies:  Chocolate.  Caramel.  Pecans. In addition, these cookies are infused with some Mexican flavors that really takes them over the edge! Yes, these Mexican Turtle Cookies are … Continue reading →
Creole Mustard
Warning - this homemade Creole Mustard recipe is going to keep you coming back for more! This mustard is made with a Creole kick that will really make your mouth water. Make a jar today, and you’ll find yourself using it all the time! I really haven’t bought sauces, … Continue reading →
Asian Salad Dressing
This versatile Asian Salad Dressing recipe comes together in 5 minutes and is absolutely delicious on leafy green salads, steamed veggies, drizzled over beef, pork, chicken, seafood and noodles, or mixed in cabbage and carrots for a fabulous Asian coleslaw! Whenever … Continue reading →
Albondigas Soup (Mexican Meatball Soup)
Not your typical Albondigas Soup recipe, our version features meatballs that are positively PACKED with flavor, a colorful lineup of veggies, and an unforgettably rich and delicious broth! It all started with an open can of chipotles en adobo in my fridge. That and … Continue reading →
Colonial Hot Chocolate
Reminiscent of hot chocolate from the days of the early American colonies, this Colonial Hot Chocolate recipe incorporates the traditional warm spices for an old-fashioned, nostalgic, and absolutely delicious flavor! © Charles Brutlag | Dreamstime What we know as … Continue reading →
Chocolate Pot de Crème (EASY)
EASY Chocolate Pot de Creme!  The ULTIMATE chocolate fix! This easy pot de creme recipe takes just 5 minutes of prep time and the result is irresistibly delicious! If anyone were to ask me, "What is the ultimate chocolate dessert?", my answer without hesitation would … Continue reading →
Andouille and Greens with Cheese Grits
Sautéed Andouille and Greens with Cheese Grits  Flavorful andouille sausage is cooked up with caramelized onions and sauteed Cajun-seasoned greens served over delicious cheesy grits. It's Southern comfort food at its best! Of Native American origin, grits are a staple … Continue reading →
Thai Peanut Chicken
This delicious Thai Peanut Chicken recipe is positively PACKED with flavor! It's quick and easy to make and is thoroughly satisfying. This tasty Thai-influenced dish comes together in 30 minutes.  The flavors of peanuts, coconut, chili, garlic, and ginger beautifully … Continue reading →
Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies (3 Ingredients)
Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe  Made with just 3 ingredients, these cookies are wonderfully chewy, deliciously flavorful, AND you can enjoy them without all the guilt! Paleo and gluten free. Wouldn't it be nice if all delicious recipes were this easy? Yep, … Continue reading →
Asian Chicken Soup
Asian Chicken Soup Recipe Bursting with layers of flavor, this warm and soul-satisfying chicken soup with Asian spices will mesmerize your taste buds! I've partnered with Aneto to bring you this post. I don't think I could live without soup. Â There are just those days … Continue reading →
Asian Wheat Berry Salad
This Asian Wheat Berry Salad recipe is easy to make, features a vibrant rainbow of colors and textures, and is absolutely delicious! A perfect make-ahead salad. I know what you may be thinking. "Wheat berries.  Ummm.  Boring." But I'm telling you what, it's … Continue reading →
Marzipan Truffles
These Marzipan Truffles are super easy to make and are the perfect gifts for your family and friends! And you can get even more creative with your dipping and decorating skills! Chocolate covered marzipan is practically a staple confection in Germany, especially … Continue reading →
White Bean Chili with Roasted Corn and Peppers
Cozy up to a bowl of this flavor-packed White Bean Chili with Roasted Corn and Peppers and you'll feel warmed up in no time - both body and soul! And you can easily swap the chicken broth for vegetable to make this a vegetarian or vegan white bean chili! Nothing … Continue reading →
Hard Sauce (Brandy Butter)
A traditional Hard Sauce recipe (aka Brandy Butter recipe) that's quick and easy to make and will add extra flavor, moisture, and exquisite yumminess to your warm desserts! It's an absolute MUST for a traditional Christmas spread! This traditional brandy butter comes … Continue reading →
Eggnog Custard Sauce
Luxuriously smooth, creamy, and irresistibly delicious, this Eggnog Custard recipe will become your go-to dessert sauce for the holidays! Custard is a popular dessert sauce throughout the UK in particular as well as in other parts of the world. Most commonly it's vanilla … Continue reading →
BEST Cherry Sauce
This quick and easy cherry sauce recipe is the perfect accompaniment to your dessert - everything from pound cake to waffles, pudding, cheesecake, ice cream and more! With its silky texture and fabulous flavor, it's a showstopper! You're going love how quick and easy … Continue reading →
Roasted Pumpkin Hummus
Robustly flavorful, delicious and healthy, this Roasted Pumpkin Hummus is simply out of this world! Enjoy it with your favorite crackers, toasted pita bread, or veggies and let the party begin! Let me tell you, this roasted pumpkin hummus ROCKS! The first time I … Continue reading →
Traditional British Flapjacks
Traditional British Flapjacks the way you know and love them! Made with oats, butter, sugar and golden syrup, these oat bars are baked until lightly browned with a deliciously deep caramelized flavor! I grew up enjoying flapjacks in England and have sampled many a … Continue reading →
Gourmet Marinated Olives
Perfect for entertaining and snacking, these delicious marinated olives will serve as a beautiful addition to your next gathering! And they also make a wonderfully elegant and tasty gift! These homemade marinated olives are a real show-stopper.  Plump, juicy, and … Continue reading →
Pumpkin Eggnog Cake
This Pumpkin Eggnog Cake is a guaranteed crowd pleaser! The texture is fabulous and the flavor is exquisite! It's delicious on it's own but coupled with the eggnog custard it's absolutely incredible and adds a touch of elegance! When I developed this Pumpkin Eggnog … Continue reading →
Creamy Pumpkin Dip
This deliciously sweet and creamy Pumpkin Dip will keep you happily dipping at your next autumn or holiday-themed gathering! Made from scratch with just a handful of ingredients, it's made without any mixes and without Cool Whip! I've been a huge fan of dips ever … Continue reading →
Curried Pumpkin and Coconut Meatballs
These pumpkin meatballs are simmered in a luxuriously creamy curry-coconut sauce. Featuring layer upon layer of delicious flavors, these meatballs will absolutely WOW your taste buds! If you like meatballs and enjoy Thai-inspired curry dishes, these pumpkin meatballs … Continue reading →
Whole Grain Pumpkin Waffles (GF)
Whole Grain Pumpkin Waffles Recipe  These delicious pumpkin spice waffles are made with oat flour and are naturally gluten-free. Wholesome and delicious they're sure to become a family favorite! It's like eating pumpkin pie for breakfast, only healthier! ;) These … Continue reading →
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
This Pumpkin Mac and Cheese recipe features two kinds of cheese, fresh herbs, and a show-stopping parmesan-pecan breadcrumb topping. It's utterly deelicious! Few things say "comfort" like a plate piled high with macaroni and cheese.  And I don't mean the boxed kind. … Continue reading →
BEST Char Siu Sauce
BEST Char Siu Sauce Recipe Whip up a batch of this delicious and versatile sauce in less than 10 minutes and then use it on your pork, chicken, seafood, rice, noodles, in your stir-fries, and more! The flavors are bold and vibrant and will make your taste buds … Continue reading →
Mushroom Risotto
Deliciously creamy, this Mushroom Risotto recipe features leek instead of onion for even more flavor along with Parmesan cheese and a secret ingredient for ultimate flavor!  Mushroom Risotto An incredibly flavor-packed mushroom risotto that is easy to make, it just … Continue reading →
How to Freeze Green Beans
Learn how to freeze green beans from the store, farmer's market, or your own garden so that you can preserve their freshness and nutrients and enjoy them all year round! Green beans are a wonderfully delicious, nutritious and versatile kitchen staple. For those … Continue reading →