This "ultimate" Christmas Cheese Ball recipe features bacon, dried cranberries, blue cheese, Cheddar cheese, green onions, and pecans. It showcases the traditional Christmas colors all wrapped up in one incredibly delicious cheese ball that's guaranteed to be a hit at your … Continue reading →
Black Olive Tapenade with Figs and Roquefort
This black olive tapenade recipe combines figs, walnuts, honey, herbs and roquefort for an unforgettably flavorful feast for the senses! It's delicious as a sandwich spread and incredible spread on crispy baguette rounds for five star entertaining that will WOW your … Continue reading →
Braised Lamb Shanks
If you’re looking for an impressive main dish that is sophisticated yet easy to prepare, look no further than these Braised Lamb Shanks! This tender and delicious lamb entreé is guaranteed to satisfy everyone at the dinner table and win you lots of praise! Whenever I … Continue reading →
Kokosmakronen (German Coconut Macaroons)
A traditional Kokosmakronen recipe, the beloved coconut cookies enjoyed all year round but especially at Christmas time. These German coconut macaroons are delightfully chewy on the inside, slightly crispy and golden on the outside, and bursting with the delicious flavor of … Continue reading →
Zimtsterne (German Cinnamon Stars)
Among the most popular and beloved traditional German Christmas cookies, the holidays simply aren't the same without Zimtsterne! Wonderfully fragrant and flavorful with a fabulous texture, this authentic Zimtsterne recipe will guide you through step-by-step to ensure your … Continue reading →
BEST Marzipan and Almond Paste Recipe
If you're looking for an authentic marzipan recipe that's easy to make, is much cheaper than store-bought, and tastes absolutely phenomenal, you've come to the right place! Naturally gluten-free and can easily be made vegan. Growing up in Germany, home to the world's … Continue reading →
Marzipankartoffeln (Marzipan Potatoes)
Marzipan potatoes, known as Marzipankartoffeln, are a favorite treat in Germany, especially during the Christmas season. Make your own with this Marzipankartoffeln recipe - they're super easy, super delicious, and make the cutest gifts! What Are … Continue reading →
Green Beans Almondine
A very simple, very classic French side dish that perfect for everything from the most elegant dinner party and special occasion to laid-back family gatherings. Fresh green beans, butter, lemon and toasted almonds come together in this traditional Green Beans Almondine … Continue reading →
Roasted Cornish Game Hen
With its perfectly crispy, golden brown skin and moist, flavorful meat, this Roasted Cornish Game Hen recipe is sure to win you a standing ovation from your dinner guests! Get ready to learn how to prepare roasted Cornish hen that is super moist and flavorful with … Continue reading →
How To Make Vanilla Extract
Learn how to make vanilla extract with MORE FLAVOR than store-bought! This homemade vanilla extract will enhance your baking, it makes the perfect gifts, is super easy to make, and only requires two ingredients! Learning how to make vanilla extract seriously couldn't be … Continue reading →
PERFECT Au Gratin Potatoes
Look no further for the BEST au gratin potatoes recipe! Perfectly creamy, cheesy and flavorful, this recipe continually gets rave reviews and is destined to become your go-to from now on! One of the cardinal rules of good potatoes au gratin is that it cannot be dry. … Continue reading →
Kartoffelklöße (German Potato Dumplings)
An authentic German Potato Dumplings recipe (Kartoffelklöße Rezept), just the way my Mutti and Oma always made them! Pillowy soft and tender, they are the perfect accompaniment to your sauce-based dishes and do a magnificent job of mopping up all that delicious … Continue reading →
BEST Marinara Sauce
Look no further for the BEST Marinara Sauce recipe EVER! You won't find a more flavorful marinara sauce. It's easy to make and is absolutely PACKED with flavor! Canning instructions are included so you can enjoy the fresh flavor of tomatoes all year long! What is … Continue reading →
Koshari (The National Dish of Egypt)
The national dish of Egypt, Koshari is a vegetarian dish that features rice, lentils, macaroni pasta, garbanzo beans, and crispy fried onions all tied together with a spicy tomato sauce. It's Egyptian street food at its best and this authentic koshari recipe is one you'll … Continue reading →
Grilled Eggplant (or Roasted)
Packed with flavor and deliciously nutritious, this Grilled Eggplant recipe (or Roasted Eggplant recipe, whichever method you prefer) is sure to become a regular whenever eggplants are in season. It makes a versatile side dish and a tasty ingredient you can incorporate into … Continue reading →
Baba Ganoush
Luxuriously creamy, smoky, nutty, lemony, and savory, this Baba Ganoush recipe has it all! Enjoy this traditional Lebanese dip with warmed pita wedges and your favorite crunchy veggies for a delicious and healthy snack! What is Baba Ganoush? Baba ganoush (pronounced … Continue reading →
ULTIMATE Minestrone Soup
A delicious minestrone soup recipe made after traditional Italian fashion:Â Packed full of healthy vegetables, beans, pasta and featuring a deliciously rich broth infused with smoky pancetta or bacon! What is Minestrone Soup? Of Italian origin, Minestrone is a thick … Continue reading →
Quinoa Cornbread
A fun twist on traditional cornbread, this is made with cooked quinoa for added protein and nutrition! It also makes the crumb moist and tender. For tasty and slightly healthier twist, give this Quinoa Cornbread recipe a try! What better comfort food to accompany a … Continue reading →
Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
Deliciously juicy, crispy chicken wings seasoned with lemon, pepper, garlic, onion, honey and butter. This Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings recipe is super easy to make with thoroughly scrumptious, finger-lickin' results! A healthier version, instead of deep-frying the … Continue reading →
Ultimate Ropa Vieja
The ultimate version of one of Cuba's most famous dishes, this Ropa Vieja recipe is positively PACKED with flavor!! A myriad of flavorful ingredients and spices come together to make this dish truly unforgettable. Make a double batch while you're at it and you'll be glad … Continue reading →
Currywurst and Curry Ketchup Recipe
There's a reason over 800 million Currywursts are consumed each year in Germany - they're deeeelicious and have been a German institution since 1949! Learn how to make the BEST authentic curry ketchup and traditional German Currywurst! In the words of Berlin's … Continue reading →
Kartoffelpuffer (German Potato Pancakes)
Delightfully crispy and flavorful, these authentic German potato pancakes, Kartoffelpuffer, are fun to make and even more delicious to eat! They can be sweet or savory depending on the toppings you choose or what you serve them with. A quintessential German treat … Continue reading →
Roasted Pumpkin Risotto
Luxuriously creamy with the earthy-sweet flavor of pumpkin, this Pumpkin Risotto recipe is a wonderfully comforting dish, so perfect for autumn! Made from scratch with fresh pumpkin that is roasted and pureed. It's a delicious side dish or main vegetarian dish that's fit … Continue reading →
Membrillo (Sweet Quince Paste)
Popular throughout many countries, membrillo (aka, quince paste or quince cheese) is incredibly versatile and one of the most delicious confections you've ever tasted! This membrillo recipe is easy to make and freezes well so you can conveniently have it on hand. What … Continue reading →
Slow Cooker Apple Butter (24 Hour)
An incredibly rich and old-fashioned flavored slow cooker apple butter recipe that's hands off. The long, slow cooking process renders a wonderfully rich and deep flavor with notes of caramelized apple. It's absolutely delicious! And if you want to store it long term, … Continue reading →
Pumpkin Mousse
This creamy Pumpkin Mousse is deliciously silky and flavorful, comes together in 10 minutes, and is a perfect make-ahead dessert! And with a simple alternative sugar swap you can also very easily make this a keto pumpkin mousse.  Delicious either way, and we also add cream … Continue reading →
Creole Seasoning
This homemade Creole Seasoning tastes WAY better than store-bought, is super quick to make, and contains no preservatives or fillers! Deliciously versatile, use it to season anything that needs a boost in FLAVOR! Absolutely nothing beats homemade spice blends! … Continue reading →
BEST Chinese Black Bean Sauce
This authentic black bean sauce recipe holds the grand secret to making some of the best Chinese food on the planet! It will work absolute flavor miracles for your Chinese dishes and most anything you simply want to boost with some flavor and umami! For those of you … Continue reading →
Spiced Maple Pumpkin Vinaigrette
This Maple Pumpkin Vinaigrette recipe is super quick and simple to make and will positively transform a bed of greens or a piece of grilled squash into something truly irresistible! The robust flavors of pumpkin, garlic, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves are … Continue reading →
Goetta (Cincinnati Sausage Grain Patties)
These famous German-influenced sausage grain patties known as Goetta from the Greater Cincinnati area have a fantastic flavor and are an absolutely delicious addition to your breakfast! This authentic Goetta recipe captures the flavor and texture that you know and love. … Continue reading →
How to Freeze Okra
Freezing vegetables doesn't get any easier than this. Just a few minutes of effort will mean a freezer full of healthy okra ready to use at your convenience. Come learn how to freeze okra the easy way! Okay fellow gardeners - your okra plants are bursting at the … Continue reading →
BEST Ranch Dressing
Delightfully fresh, aromatic and flavor-packed, this delicious homemade ranch dressing recipe will be your go-to from now on for a variety of meals and snacks! A couple of years ago a poll revealed that 40% of all Americans claim ranch dressing as their favorite and … Continue reading →
BEST Corn Relish
This homemade Corn Relish recipe is superbly delicious, fabulously versatile, and comes together in a snap! We provide canning instructions so you can preserve the taste of summer corn all year long! One of the things I love about canning is that it enables you to … Continue reading →
BEST Homemade Cheeseburger Macaroni
This homemade cheeseburger macaroni recipe is made with whole, clean ingredients, tastes better than the boxed stuff and is ready in 20 minutes! It's both a family favorite and a favorite among our readers. We're confident you'll love it as much as we do! Sometimes … Continue reading →
Ginger Sauce (Japanese Steakhouse)
Benihaha Ginger Sauce Recipe (Copycat). Enjoy your favorite Japanese steakhouse experience right at home with this fresh and zingy homemade ginger sauce. Drizzle this over or mix it in with your fried rice, grilled veggies, or use it as a dipping sauce.  What is … Continue reading →
Thai Lettuce Wraps
Easy to make, low in carbs, paleo, and incredibly delicious, this Thai Lettuce Wraps recipe is sure to become a favorite! The flavor is so fresh and so vibrant, it will absolutely WOW your taste buds! If you're like most people, myself included, you usually begin … Continue reading →
Plum Jam
This plum jam is delicious added to cakes, in muffins, on pancakes, ice cream and any other way your heart desires! You can make it either with or without pectin. With four Italian plum trees in our yard I get busy the end of every Summer processing hundreds of … Continue reading →
Queso Fundido
The gooey bubbling hot cheese and chorizo dip from Mexico, this Queso Fundido recipe is a breeze to make and produces the ultimate comfort appetizer! You can keep it as simple as you want or add additional ingredients like roasted poblano peppers, mushrooms, and onions to … Continue reading →
BEST Giardiniera (Hot or Mild)
Not just for hot dogs and muffuletta sandwiches, add this giardinera to your burgers, nachos, pizzas, pasta salads and anything else your heart desires! This homemade giardiniera recipe is simply the best and once you've tried it you'll be HOOKED for life! What is … Continue reading →
Eggplant Curry
This dish features what is often a maligned ingredient, eggplant (aubergine), and the result is one of the best curries I have tasted! This delicious South Indian Eggplant Curry recipe is easy to make and will have your dinner guests singing your praises! The … Continue reading →