Delightfully crispy and flavorful, these authentic German potato pancakes, Kartoffelpuffer, are fun to make and even more delicious to eat! A quintessential German treat beloved across every region of Germany, Kartoffelpuffer (German potato pancakes) are not only a … Continue reading →
Peach Bacon Jam
Get ready for the ULTIMATE bacon jam recipe! The combination of flavors will absolutely "wow" your taste buds and have you coming back for more! Is that making you drool? Because it's making me drool. And I've already had it several times. So I can fully vouch for … 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! How To Make … Continue reading →
Dilly Beans (Pickled Green Beans)
Dilly Beans (pickled green beans) have been a beloved classic for generations. And for good reason: They're absolutely delicious! Plus they're super easy to make and keep for a long time! If you've never tried Dilly Beans you don't know what you've been missing! … Continue reading →
Chocolate Nut Banana Protein Smoothie
Thank you to Silk for sponsoring this post! Protein is vital. And it's especially important to get an adequate amount of it for breakfast. I was reading a recent article from The Atlantic wherein they were taking a look at the latest research findings on protein … Continue reading →
BEST Gluten Free Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
Doughnuts in one form or the other have been around for eons; so long in fact that according to the Smithsonian archaeologists have dug of fossilized pieces of doughtnuts dating back to prehistoric Native American settlements. But "proper" doughnuts are believed to have … Continue reading →
How To Create a Cheese & Charcuterie Board
Thank you to New Seasons Market for sponsoring this post! I can't think of anything classier than a cheese & charcuterie board for entertaining or to enjoy for a couple's night in. Todd and I have a tradition where a few evenings a month, after the kids are in bed … Continue reading →
Spanish Deviled Eggs
Thank you to Lindsay® for sponsoring this post! Spaniards are masters of appetizers, which they call “tapas.” For them it's an art form and every restaurant and bar features its own carefully crafted selection of tapas. In Spain when you go out for dinner it's … Continue reading →
How To Make Fruit Leather
Making a wholesome, no added sugar treat for yourself and your family couldn't be easier! Too many food items you find in the store are full of ingredients that belong in a toxic waste depository rather than in a food item that's consumed by kids or grownups. Fruit … Continue reading →
Pickled Turnips
Pickling is a method of preservation that dates back to Neolithic times around 7000 BC. During this anaerobic fermentation process strange and wonderful things happen that transform the original product into something quite different. And very healthy with all those … Continue reading →
French Entertaining Part II: Nouvelle Cuisine (+ Alexian/Le Creuset Giveaway!)
I've teamed up with Alexian to bring you this post. Welcome back to Part II of French Entertaining! In our last post French guest cook Sandrine Vannson enlightened us on French entertaining "country style" with Duck Rillette and Pheasant & Rosemary … Continue reading →
Bacon, Blue Cheese, Cranberry Cheese Ball with Pecans
Thank you to Food Should Taste Good for sponsoring this post! This Bacon, Blue Cheese, Cranberry Cheese Ball with Pecans is guaranteed to be a hit at your next get-together! Savory, sweet, salty and PACKED with FLAVOR, it's simply irresistible! Bacon, Blue Cheese … Continue reading →
French Entertaining “Country Style” + Alexian/Le Creuset Giveaway!
I've teamed up with Alexian to bring you this delicious post! I recently had the opportunity to try some amazing products from ALEXIAN. Let me tell you a little about them. Alexian is America's premier producer of the finest pâtés and mousses all made with the finest, … Continue reading →
White Bean & Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Dip
I looooove a good dip. Growing up I always had my staple favorites: French onion, sour cream & onion, a variety of cheese dips, and bean dip. In recent years I've really enjoyed experimenting with a variety of flavors and mediums. Here is one we really enjoyed and … Continue reading →
10-Minute Margherita Flatbread Pizzas
Thank you to La Brea Bakery for sponsoring this post! Pizza is pure bliss, don't you think? There's just something about that crispy-chewy bread crust topped with sauce, oozing cheese and any variety of toppings that speaks universal comfort. I enjoy all kinds of … Continue reading →
Whole Grain Almond Fruit Bars
Thank you to the J.M. Smucker Company for sponsoring this post! Last week I posted the recipe for my Lemon Millet Fig Cake with Walnuts and Candied Ginger and mentioned that I was planning on making some fruit bars next. I like homemade fruit bars and wanted to … Continue reading →
Peter Piper’s Pickled Peppers
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. A peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked. If Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers, Where's the peck of pickled peppers that Peter Piper picked? (*scratching my head*) Have you ever stopped to really think … Continue reading →
Mega Healthy Triple Chocolate Cupcakes
Thank you to Silk for sponsoring this post! Health-conscious parents, the ultimate sweet deception has arrived. You already know from previous posts that I regularly deceive my children. Yes, yes, I know. But it's all out of love. I love my family more than … Continue reading →
Homemade Dry French Onion Dip Mix {Copycat Recipe}
I'll admit it. I actually like the Lipton onion mix stuff. You know, the stuff in the envelope that can be used to make soup or dip? I've never used it to make soup but as a dip it tastes pretty good. Tear open the envelope, pour the contents into a bowl of sour cream, … Continue reading →
How To Make Candied Ginger
Make your own homemade candied ginger! The flavor is WAY better than store-bought, much fresher and more vibrant. It will bring your baked goods to life, plus they're fabulous just to snack on! PLUS there's the additional bonus of an amazing ginger simple syrup you'll … Continue reading →
Goat Cheese, Spinach and Bacon Wontons
If you don't like goat cheese, no problem - use cream cheese instead. Either way, these crispy bundles of goodness are simply irresistible! They are dangerous though, I have to warn you. These are one of those foods that are hard to stop eating. You pop one in your … Continue reading →
Havarti Dill Corn Cakes
Thank you to Castello for sponsoring this post! If you enjoy traditional cornbread or corn cakes these are a "must try." The combination of a high class European cheese with all the goodness of down-to-earth, traditional home-style Southern cooking makes these Havarti … Continue reading →
Spicy Grilled Edamame
Crispy-soft edamame are sprinkled with spicy Japanese nanami togarashi seasoning and grilled to smoky perfection. … Continue reading →
Mega Healthy Dog Biscuits (because our furry friends deserve good food, too)
This is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Purina ONE, but all my opinions are entirely my own. #pmedia #ONEDifference http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV Something a little different - this one is for all the dog lovers out … Continue reading →
Restaurant-style Mexican Salsa
It's National Tortilla Chip Day! Who knew there was such a thing? Well there is, and what better way to enjoy the crunchy tortilla chip than with a bowl of homemade salsa? … Continue reading →
Mini Football Pizzas
Just another little something for Game Day to help you cheer on your team! … Continue reading →
Ultimate Pumpkin Bread (+ a Tour Through Goblin Valley!)
Halloween is approaching and while I didn't bake or cook anything "scary", I thought I'd share something with you that's nonetheless fitting for the season: Ultimate Pumpkin Bread! Whether you like or dislike pumpkin bread or may think you already have the best recipe for … Continue reading →
Indian Red Lentil Dip
If you think this sounds and looks familiar, you're right! A while back I posted my recipe for Masoor Dal, an Indian red lentil soup. It's my favorite Indian soup and I've discovered that the way I enjoy eating it best is as a dip. This is a thicker version of Masoor Dal … Continue reading →
Sincronizadas (Mexican Ham and Cheese Melts)
With Cinco de Mayo approaching, I wanted to share a few more authentic Mexican recipes with you. Authentic? That's right. Sincronizadas. You'd think these were Americanized/Tex-Mex creations, but in fact they are authentically Mexican. Originally from Chiapas, a beautiful … Continue reading →
Crispy Panko Chicken With Apricot Dipping Sauce
These crispy panko-battered and fried chicken strips are delicious as a snack, starter, or as part of a main course meal. Panko breadcrumbs originated in Japan and form the perfect coating for this chicken (and many other meats and fish as well). Panko breadcrumbs have a … Continue reading →
Caramel Candy Gold Bars
It was time for something sweet. This caramel candy recipe is full-proof, easy to make, and yields deliciously sweet and buttery little caramel "gold bars." Perfect for your sugar fix! (It was for mine) … Continue reading →