This time, I wanted something a little different, so I combined our favorite Mexican spices with a bit of brown sugar and a little oil to create a rich coating that sealed in the moisture and kept this roast juicy and tender with loads of great flavor from all the spices. Given two thumbs up by the whole family, this roast was a huge hit for dinner this week. One of my boys is opposed to spicy heat in almost all forms, so I made sure to give him pieces with minimal spicy coating on them....

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream I spent a good bit of time trying to capture the exact experience of store-bought varieties with this mint chocolate chip ice cream recipe. I am happy to report that this version absolutely nails it. The thin chocolate drizzle creates flakes of chocolate throughout the ice cream, similar to the melt-in-your-mouth classic. You can substitute mini chocolate chips, but the texture will be different as they do not melt the same way....

Bursting with juicy sweetness and a delicate aroma, nectarines are a delightful summer fruit that captivates taste buds with their vibrant flavor and smooth texture. These stone fruits are a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants. What sets nectarines apart is their versatility; whether enjoyed fresh, grilled, or baked into desserts like tarts and pies, nectarines add a burst of flavor and a touch of elegance to any dish....

Have you ever wanted to try different flavors? Of course, you have! We all do! But most of us go looking for a new recipe every time we need to try a new flavor. And of course; if you are like me then you will try a few recipes before you actually settle for one. The power of experiments I love chocolate cake very much and I love variations in chocolate cake....

Woo woooooo! It’s Sunday, the weather is gorgeous, I’m in my comfiest sweats, and I have this ^^ really amazing dinner recipe to share with you so yeah… I’m in a pretty good mood. If you don’t already know this about me, I am a big fat number one fan of garlic. When I first really started experimenting in the kitchen I realized right off the bat how much I loved garlic and how much flavor it adds to a dish....

Life has indeed become so complicated these days, hasn’t it? I fondly remember when my mom would whip up a batch of cupcakes, and we’d all be over the moon with joy. We never complained about wanting vanilla over chocolate or anything like that. We were raised to appreciate what we had and the effort mom put into making those delightful treats for us. However, that’s not the case with the current generation....

In this preparation, the amount of Onion used is larger compared with other ingredients. In this recipe, onions are added in two different ways for different taste and texture. One is cubed onions which are cooked separately by keeping little crunchy and added at the end. This gives nice texture and crunch to the dish. Second is finely chopped onions which are cooked along with gravy and cooked till they are soft....

Peppermint Fudge Five-minute fudge recipes are my saving grace this time of year. I always want to be that hostess or friend with tons of holiday treats at her fingertips, but then time gets away from me. Lightning-fast candy recipes can help you put together the prettiest and tastiest of holiday treats with the least amount of effort! As an added bonus, a piece of this fudge will melt beautifully into a steaming mug of milk and make a wonderful cup of peppermint hot chocolate!...

Those nooks and crannies? Those little crevices that hold melting pools of butter? It’s all here. Toasted and slathered with Honey Butter, Everything Butter, Whipped Strawberry Butter, or Homemade Peach Jam, this is the breakfast of my dreams. English Muffin Bread This bread is so easy to make, you’re not going to believe it. There’s no kneading, no lengthy steps, truly nothing complicated is required – you don’t even need a mixer....

Do you love Pickled Onions? Pickling onions transform raw onions from crunchy to the irresistibly tangy and crisp onion. I add some beet to give nice and red color just like you get in Indian restaurants. These Vinegar Onions also are known as Sirke wale Pyaaz is must with any Punjabi curries. Take regular onions, slice them up and use in any Mexican dish (best in tacos!), burgers, sandwiches, salad and many more....

While this could also be called ” Pasta Soup with White Beans and Sausage,” the soup smells so much like pizza while it simmers, our name for it is Pizza Soup. My cousin, Helene, gave me this recipe over 10 years ago and my family has loved it ever since. We’ve all loved it quite literally from the very first bite and it became an instant favorite for us....

If you love sweet or savory meatball dishes, then you’re also going to love my Greek Beef Meatballs, my Blue Cheese Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Meatballs, or my Hawaiian Meatballs. I feel like Banh Mi is a little bit of a departure from the norm, which is okay right? I like a little Asian-inspired foods now and then. Plus, when I make a “bowl” the best part about it for me is that you can add almost any ingredients to it that you like or think will go with the dish and make it your own....

There are so many variations of making chakli. They are also known as murukku in the south. This time, I gave a healthy twist to the regular chakli. I made with RAJMA (Kidney beans). Believe me, it tastes so so good. My son loves this chakli. When I told him that, one of the ingredients is Rajma (Kidney Beans) in this chakli, he said “Are you Serious!!!!! Don’t think so....

What better way to enjoy Brussels sprouts than roasted? And this Roasted Brussels Sprouts recipe kicks things up several notches with the addition of a balsamic vinegar reduction – it transforms this otherwise simple side dish into something absolutely exquisite! If you’re a Brussels sprouts lover, then this recipe is a must. A simple, elegant, delicious side dish that is equally fit for a formal dinner party as it is for a casual family meal....

It is effortless to whip up at home with just a few ingredients, including chickpeas, roasted red peppers, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Who says that making homemade hummus has to be hard? The homemade hummus with tahini has such a distinctly delicious flavor. We make a lot of hummus in my home, and this Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is one of our favorite variations. What is Hummus?...

Though the holidays aren’t yet here, that doesn’t mean I don’t start craving all the fall foods the second school starts. In fact, I think every bite of rolls, (like my 1 Hour Buttermilk Dinner Rolls,) mashed potatoes, cranberries, stuffing, and dessert (for example, Salted Caramel Pecan Pie Bars) has only served to make my cravings longer and stronger throughout the year. All that is to say, when I’m in the mood for holiday foods, I just make more of the same delicious foods but in a different way, like these delicious, easy oven roasted sweet potatoes....

We live less than an hour from Seattle and it’s always been one of our favorite date night destinations. My husband and I recently took a couples overnight trip and stayed at Seattle’s highly acclaimed Inn At the Market which is literally right next to Pike Place Market, its namesake. The following morning we took a stroll through the market and I grabbed my camera to capture some pictures of this historic market to share with you....

If you love pasta dishes, then you’ll also want to try my Shrimp Pad Thai with Peanut Sauce, my Creamy Italian Spaghetti Pasta Salad, Shrimp Alfredo, or my Kung Pao Noodles. Isn’t shrimp just the best, most easiest seafood protein to make and put into just about anything and everything? I do not tire of coming up with ways to use shrimp in my recipes. They are easy to purchase, thaw quickly, and cook up fast....

This Smothered Chicken recipe is destined to become a family favorite. Moist and tender chicken breasts are drenched in a luxuriously creamy bacon and mushroom sauce. What is there not to love? Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta and get ready to enjoy some ultimate comfort food! A few years ago when I made this Smothered Chicken for the first time I marveled at how our family dinner was actually peaceful....

At its core, sourdough is a living culture of wild yeast and bacteria. These microorganisms work together to ferment the dough, resulting in its distinctive tangy flavor, airy texture, and crusty crust. Unlike commercial yeast, which provides a quick rise, sourdough is a slow fermentation process that requires time and patience. But trust us, it’s well worth the wait. The secret to sourdough’s complex flavor lies in the wild yeast, which is naturally present in the air and on the grains....