As much as we love that recipe, it is a little more involved than I often have time for on a weeknight. There just isn’t always time to take all the steps it requires to enjoy delicious carnitas. That’s where the crock-pot comes to the rescue and it’s why I’m thrilled to have found a Slow Cooker Carnitas recipe that delivers all the delicious juicy pork flavor with far less effort....

The flavors are lovely. And that melting cheese, mmm yum yum. This is a one-pot wonder! If you are craving for Lasagna and don’t have time to make or tired, then this recipe comes in handy. Go for it….. Today, the temperature is in the 50s and its perfect time to make another variety of soup. This Lasagna Soup is healthy and delicious with lots of vegetables. There is Italian seasoning, basil and what would lasagna soup be without noodles and cheese....

At first glance, a scoop of sorbet is unlikely to grab your attention and impress. However, at first taste, you’re certain to be won over immediately. Lemon Sorbet My sister and I often talk about that “unforgettable bite.” A special meal or fancy dinner out that you remember fondly often contains a certain food or combination of flavors that simply wows you. It never fails to impress me when a small number of ingredients are combined to create something truly amazing....

We really enjoyed some great food in May, didn’t we? I had forgotten just how good until I compiled the recipes. Soups, pastas, cookies, cake, pie, quiche, and some daring originals! To summarize, we enjoyed (from top to right): Baked Polenta with Mushrooms, Bacon and Swiss Chard – a “Make a Request!” fulfillment and a recipe truly destined to become a favorite. Mexican Grillades and Grits – a thoroughly original recipe and possibly even better than the traditional version....

This is one of those dishes. The kind that come to mind when life is crazy and you need to come up with something to fix for dinner but it needs to meet all of your life-is-crazy requirements such as so super easy fast fast fast crowd pleaser (even those picky eaters!) few ingredients on the healthier side Check, check, check, check, check. Yep, this is one of those recipes....

This Moroccan Veggie Burgers recipe is guaranteed to be a hit! Made with garbanzo beans, millet, sweet potatoes, and positively LOADED with the flavors of Morocco, they are a true feast for the senses! Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free. Serve them with our Preserved Lemon Cilantro Yogurt Sauce and you’re all set for a journey to deliciousness! The name doesn’t begin to capture all the deliciousness that is in these burgers....

No-bake cheesecake is the ultimate dessert for those who seek the rich, creamy indulgence of traditional cheesecake without the hassle of baking. Perfect for warm weather or when oven space is at a premium, this dessert offers the delightful flavors and silky texture of its baked counterpart with minimal effort. Whether it’s a family gathering, a special occasion, or just a treat to brighten a weekday, no-bake cheesecake fits the bill, providing a luxurious dessert experience that everyone can enjoy....

Experience the luxurious simplicity of homemade no-churn ice cream elevated to new heights with the addition of luscious blackberry puree. By blending fresh blackberries with sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and whipped cream, this delightful treat achieves a vibrant color and a burst of fruity flavor in every spoonful. The blackberry puree not only enhances the taste but also adds a delightful texture, making each bite a truly indulgent experience....

Thick, smoky, sweet, and savory, this Old Fashioned Homemade Baked Beans recipe is one you’ll come back to again and again! Serve these oven baked beans at your next BBQ, picnic, potluck or family dinner and watch your guests lick their plates clean and ask for more! The best baked beans made from scratch! Baked beans are an American staple. The combination of sweet, savory and smoky flavors makes them irresistibly delicious....

Lots of veggies You can roast the veggies ahead and freeze it You can also grill them in a pan instead of the oven. Mexican Recipes do not have to be Complex to make – take this easy Veggie Quesadilla Recipe, for example, it is so simple to make. Make the veggies beforehand in Either your oven or grill pan and you can put together a meal in minutes. Rather than ordering from a restaurant, buy these veggies and make flavorful, colorful and healthy quesadilla in 30 to 35 minutes....

Sweet yellow peaches are tossed with fresh greens and basil then topped with mozzarella and prosciutto before being drizzled with a balsamic glaze to make this Peach Salad. Inspired by the number of fresh peaches that have been in my kitchen as often as possible this summer, I’ve made this fruit sweetened version of the classic Caprese salad for lunch several times this month. Surprisingly filling with cheese, prosciutto, and plenty of peaches, this Peach Salad is a savory-sweet combination that even my children enjoyed....

Pure peppermint deliciousness from start to finish without even a hint of a chemical or mass-produced flavor. Peppermint Ice Cream is surprisingly light, sweet, and minty. I think I dipped a spoon into the freezer container about 15 times the first time I made this and I’m not even a huge fan of peppermint! This is a spectacular combination of winter flavors and summer refreshment. I’ve been making this ice cream year-round for over ten years now....

Summer is all about burgers and kebabs or grills. And, while we do love our classic hamburgers, there is nothing like a nice crispy yet juicy chicken burger. The truth is that I use the same crispy chicken thighs I make all year round and stack them in my hamburger buns with our favorite burger toppings and sides. It’s an absolute treat. And yet, guess what, a lot more healthy!...

With the perfect blend of spicy and sweet, these Pickled Jalapenos are as versatile as they are delicious! Enjoy them on your hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, nachos, pizzas, in your pasta salads, and more! This pickled jalapenos recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make and the jalapenos are ready to enjoy within a couple of days! Though for the BEST flavor give them a little more time! I’m a wimp when it comes to heat....

Practically a British institution, it’s hard to imagine life in Great Britain without pub style pickled onions! Easy to make and irresistibly tasty, you’ll want to make a double batch while you’re at it! Right up there with fish & chips, mushy peas, pork pies and Yorkshire pudding, English Pickled Onions are practically a British institution. Whether eaten as part of a traditional Ploughman’s lunch, sliced on mature cheddar cheese sandwiches, burgers and baked potatoes (even in mashed potatoes), finely chopped up in a tangy salad dressing, cream cheese dip, potato or pasta salad, as a relish for hot dogs, or eaten straight out of the jar – they’re as tasty as they are versatile....

Pina Colada Smoothie Years ago, when I first put this recipe on the blog, I had just made this piña colada smoothie and churned it into ice cream. I can still remember how my little boys jumped up and down with excitement. They loved the sweetness of this refreshing ice cream treat during the heat of a Phoenix summer. I loved that it had no refined sugars. I had been on a bit of a smoothie kick, back then....

I’d go on record as saying that there are three best-ever pizzas I’ve ever tried in my lifetime. And I’ve eaten a lot of pizza so that’s really saying something. When I was going to school at BYU I ate just a few too many donuts, pizookies, and wood-fired pizzas. My roomie Kelsi and I used to eat at The Brick Oven right off of campus all. the. time. Seriously though, all the time....

Celebrate the holidays with this Creamy Pumpkin Ice Cream recipe! Luxuriously rich, creamy, and flavorful, this pumpkin ice cream will have you coming back for seconds…or thirds! But shhhhh, that’ll be our secret ;) You can also add some fun flavor variations (see below) included crushed graham crackers to make an irresistible pumpkin pie ice cream! Ice cream has always been a personal weakness. And then I married a man with the same weakness....

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 kick up the flavor. Serve it with your favorite tortilla chips or scoop it into warm tortillas and watch as your guests eagerly reach for more....

When I lived in Singapore, I had the opportunity to feast on so many different types of rice. In fact, I didn’t know there were so many variations! My favorites, of course, were Cantonese, Singaporean, and Schecuwaan. Why make this fried rice? It’s so easy, quick, and simple to make. You can use all the leftover white rice in the fridge. In fact, I always make extra white steamed rice so I can use leftovers to make fried rice....