Smothered Chicken....Moist and tender chicken breasts are drenched in a luxuriously creamy bacon and mushroom sauce. It is irresistibly delish! Come pull up a chair and enjoy some ultimate comfort food! A few years ago when I made this Smothered Chicken for the … Continue reading →
Obatzda (Bavarian Cheese Spread)
The ever popular biergarten staple and Oktoberfest favorite, this traditional Obatzda recipe is the perfect party food for your next gathering! This creamy Bavarian cheese spread is delicious served with pretzels, rustic bread, crackers or veggies! Today we are … Continue reading →
BEST Curry Powder
If you're looking for the BEST curry powder recipe, look no further! The flavor and aroma of this curry blend is an absolute feast for the senses and hands down beats anything you'll find at the grocery store! Growing up my mom made Indian food on a regular basis and … Continue reading →
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Leave the store-bought seasoning pouches on the shelf. Not only is this homemade taco seasoning recipe free of all the junk ingredients, it's quick and easy to make AND it tastes better! Use this homemade taco seasoning mix exactly as you would the store-bought stuff … Continue reading →
Authentic Garam Masala
Garam Masala is a wonderfully versatile Indian seasoning blend that will bring an incredible depth of flavor to a large variety of dishes. The different spices play their own unique part in delivering a phenomenal symphony of flavors. Try this authentic garam masala recipe … Continue reading →
Sweet Pepper and Onion Relish
This Sweet Pepper and Onion Relish recipe is my copycat version of Harry & David's popular treat. It's delightful mixed with cream cheese and spread on crackers or used as a glaze for pork and chicken. And it makes a fabulous gift! I always enjoy receiving … Continue reading →
Pickled Jalapenos
With the perfect blend of spicy and sweet, these Pickled Jalapenos are as versatile as they are delicious! This pickled jalapenos recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make and the jalapenos are ready to enjoy within a day! I'm a wimp when it comes to heat. I can't … Continue reading →
BEST Yum Yum Sauce
The famous Japanese steakhouse sauce that's phenomenal for dipping, drizzling and enjoying with your grilled meats, seafood, vegetables, rice, noodles and more! This homemade Yum Yum Sauce recipe is super quick and easy to make and tastes at least a hundred times better … Continue reading →
BEST Authentic Hoisin Sauce
Potently flavorful and fragrant, Hoisin sauce is a central ingredient in many Chinese dishes and will work absolute MIRACLES for the foods you add it to! Look no further for the BEST hoisin sauce recipe! What is Hoisin Sauce? Hoisin sauce is a thick, dark, fragrant … 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! Growing up in Germany, home to the world's most famous marzipan, I was practically raised on … Continue reading →
Creamy Cilantro Dressing
This Creamy Cilantro Dressing recipe is just what you need to liven up your leafy green salads! But it also doubles as a sauce and is absolutely fabulous on everything from tacos, burritos, sandwiches, and wraps, to roasted vegetables, grilled meats and even … Continue reading →
BEST Traditional Mincemeat
If you've never cared for the store-bought stuff or even most homemade versions, you're not alone. But just wait until you've tried this ultimate homemade mincemeat recipe - it's a total game-changer! Whether you've never liked mincemeat or you've always loved it, prepare … Continue reading →
Ultimate BBQ Sauce
Smoky, sweet, zesty and savory, this homemade BBQ sauce recipe is the ultimate! Ready in 15 minutes with the perfect balance of flavors, you'll find yourself reaching for this sauce every opportunity you can get! Rich and bold, it's just what you need for your backyard … Continue reading →
Peruvian Aji Verde Sauce
The famous condiment that comes standard at any Peruvian restaurant! This Aji Verde Sauce recipe is quick and easy to make and is deliciously versatile! What is Aji Verde Sauce? A traditional Peruvian sauce, Aji Verde Sauce is a bright green chili sauce that comes … Continue reading →
Cilantro Sauce
For everything from Mexican food to grilled meats and salad dressings, for cilantro lovers this Cilantro Sauce is the ultimate condiment for jazzing up your food! Super quick and easy to make, this cilantro sauce recipe comes together in less than 5 minutes and keeps for … Continue reading →
Greek Meatballs
This Greek Meatballs recipe captures the exquisite flavors of sun-kissed Greece! Incredibly rich in flavor, these delicious meatballs will have you coming back for seconds! Our family loves meatballs. For many of us they're linked to childhood memories of comfort … Continue reading →
Chicken Tikka Masala
This Chicken Tikka Masala recipe features succulent pieces of chicken that are marinated in a yogurt sauce mingled with fragrant Indian spices, then skewered, grilled, and simmered in a luxuriously creamy curry sauce! The flavors are absolutely incredible and this is … Continue reading →
Porcini Salt
A super simple but incredibly powerful seasoned salt to add intense depth, flavor and a burst of umami to your dishes! A wonderful all-purpose seasoning, keep a bowl of this Porcini Salt at your table and watch as your guest's eyes widen when they taste it! One of my … Continue reading →
Za’atar (Middle Eastern Spice Blend)
Za'atar is the Middle Eastern seasoning blend you never knew you needed! Uniquely flavorful and deliciously versatile, this blend will transform all the foods you add it to! Read below for delicious ways to use it and grab our easy-to-make za'atar recipe! Za'atar is … Continue reading →
Dukkah (Egyptian Seasoning Blend)
With its combination of nuts, seeds, spices and herbs, Dukkah is a unique and incredibly delicious Egyptian seasoning blend! This dukkah recipe is quick and easy to make so you can begin enjoying it as a dip for your bread or veggies, as a coating for meat, or sprinkled … Continue reading →
BEST Mushroom Gravy
For the best mushroom gravy recipe, look no further! Easy to make with an incredible depth of flavor, enjoy this versatile gravy over roasts, steaks, meatloaf, roast chicken, potatoes, schnitzel, Yorkshire puddings, vegetables and more! Absolutely nothing beats … 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 →
Romesco Sauce
A deliciously smoky, nutty, zesty sauce with sweet and tangy undertones that’s delicious with fish, pork, poultry, game, roasted vegetables, in stews, sauces, dressings, dips, spread on a piece of crusty bread, and much more! This Romesco Sauce recipe is easy to make and … 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 →
Sweet and Sour Meatball Kabobs
The perfect balance of sweet and tangy, these savory Sweet and Sour Meatball Kabobs pack in a lot of healthy veggies and are as visually pretty as they are delicious! The skewers can be assembled well in advance and then thrown on the grill as soon as you're ready to … Continue reading →
Ultimate Au Jus Recipe
A wonderfully rich and flavorful Au Jus recipe that can be made with or without meat drippings without compromising the flavor! This au jus sauce is the ultimate accompaniment to your prime rib and French dip sandwiches. Or you can also thicken it and serve it over beef … Continue reading →
Ultimate Beef Ragu
Nothing speaks comfort like a plate of hot pasta topped with this robust and flavorful beef ragu! This beef ragu recipe is one of my all-time favorite pasta sauces and is a regular in our home. Rich and hearty and positively PACKED with flavor, we're confident you're going … Continue reading →
Bearnaise Sauce
A foolproof Bearnaise Sauce recipe that rivals any upscale restaurant version but is super easy to make! Enjoy this versatile sauce drizzled over your grilled steak, roast chicken or salmon, steamed broccoli or asparagus, and much more! I've had bearnaise sauce at … Continue reading →
Gooseberry Jam
This flavorful homemade Gooseberry Jam 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 →
BEST Hamburger Gravy
For a quick and easy weeknight dinner solution, it's hard to beat this delicious, old-fashioned, BEST Hamburger Gravy recipe! This American classic is the perfect comfort food to whip up after a long day - it's ready to serve in 25 minutes! This old staple of the … Continue reading →
Classic French Remoulade
A classic French Remoulade recipe that's easy to make and is as versatile as it is delicious! Use this fabulous condiment for spreading, dipping, and tossing into a wide variety of dishes. Remoulade sauce is a classic French cold sauce with mayonnaise as its base. … Continue reading →
Red Currant Jelly
Bursting with the fresh and vibrant flavor of summer, this beautiful and delicious Red Currant Jelly recipe is made without pectin, requires just two ingredients! © Marina Saprunova| Dreamstime.com Growing up in Germany and England, red currant jelly is something I … Continue reading →
Lamb Ragu
Treat yourself to Lamb Ragu tonight, a classic Italian comfort dish that’s hearty, sophisticated, easy to make, and incredibly delicious! If you’re looking for a new weeknight dinner that the whole family will love, this lamb ragu recipe is a must try! © Sergey Tolmachyov … Continue reading →
Creole Mustard
Warning - this homemade Creole Mustard 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 →
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! If you’ve been to a Japanese steakhouse before, you probably already know how irresistible ginger sauce is. If … Continue reading →
Jamaican Jerk Sauce
This spicy and incredibly flavorful Jamaican Jerk Sauce recipe will transport you to the sunny heart of the Caribbean! Quick and easy to make and irresistibly delicious on chicken, pork, beef, fish, seafood, tofu, and grilled veggies! What is Jerk Sauce? If you’ve … 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 →