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 | Dreamstime We had family over recently and I made this for dinner. I have members in my family who aren’t fans of lamb but I decided not to say anything – to just let them try it and see what happened....

October 4, 2024 · 5 min · 854 words · Holly Bensman

Lemon Herb Shrimp And Broccoli Foil Packs

Our kitchen is coming together – finally! – but we are still counter-less, sink-less, and appliance-less, so super simple no-fuss meals are my bread and butter right now. And if it requires hardly and prep and minimal cleanup I am on that meal like white on rice. Enter cold cut sandwiches, one pan dishes, and grilled foil pack meals. This recipe meets all my requirements for a quick and simple dinner....

October 4, 2024 · 2 min · 371 words · Margaret Chester

Light Fluffy Pecan Pancakes

Pecan Pancakes Pancakes are truly one of the best breakfasts. You can make them in mere minutes and my family just can’t resist them. The smell of pancakes will pull them out of bed every time. My favorite setting on my oven is the “warm setting”. It is perfect for pancake mornings. I can get a jump start before everyone wakes up and have them made and kept hot. Simply place the pancakes on a baking sheet when they’re done on the griddle and then pop them in the oven to hold....

October 4, 2024 · 3 min · 571 words · Margaret Hill

Maharashtrian Style Bhindi Masala Recipe Cooking Carnival

This Bhindi recipe is a lip-smacking dish and got tons of flavor. Its name itself gets juices flowing in the mouth. Dry, spicy Masala Bhindi is a heavenly experience in every bite. Flavored with onions, Goda masala, coconut, peanut, sesame seeds, and basil spices, you’ll love digging into this one! This dry curry recipe is simple, easy to follow, vegan, and gluten-free, and comes together in 30 minutes. Okra or bhindi as it’s called in Hindi is a very popular vegetable in India and must be everyone’s favorite veggies of all ages....

October 4, 2024 · 6 min · 1117 words · Monique Saunders

Mango Popsicles The Ultimate Refreshing Summer Snack

Summer is here and with it comes scorching temperatures and the need for refreshing snacks. And what could be more refreshing than a delicious and healthy mango popsicle? These frozen treats are the perfect solution to beat the heat while satisfying your sweet tooth. In this article, we’ll explore why mango popsicles are the ultimate summer snack and how you can easily make them at home. From highlighting their health benefits to providing tips for customization, we’ve got you covered....

October 4, 2024 · 3 min · 538 words · Emily Howard

Marshmallow Fondant Easiest Homemade Recipe

You are probably wondering why I use another fondant recipe when I have the best Homemade Fondant Recipe already. Well, I do love that recipe! In fact, it’s my absolute favorite along with my homemade vegetarian fondant recipe. But, when you are in the cake decorating business you want to give your customers more options. The first time I made my own mmf was when I had a customer who said: “I only like marshmallow fondant and nothing else”....

October 4, 2024 · 10 min · 1998 words · Elizabeth Oneal

Mediterranean Pasta Phyllo Bites Phyllo Cups Cooking Carnival

These Mediterranean Pasta Phyllo Bites | mini phyllo shells appetizers are no bake, takes less than 10 minutes to make, an easy, quick and super cute appetizer for any occasion. Plus this recipe is make-ahead appetizer recipe. WIN…. WIN….!! I cannot believe how fast this year has flown by! Christmas is right around the corner and with that comes entertaining. Every year we celebrate our Christmas and New year eve with our friends and family....

October 4, 2024 · 3 min · 605 words · Shirley Smith

Methi Palak Paratha

Methi / Fenugreek leaves is very healthy. They are rich in antioxidants, iron and also a good source of fiber. It is beneficial for diabetic patients. In short, methi leaves have numerous health benefits which can help in overall health. Methi leaves is very easy to grow. You can easily grow methi leaves in your balcony. Same like methi, Palak / Spinach is also very nutritious. Spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, manganese, magnesium, iron, copper, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin E, calcium, potassium, and vitamin C....

October 4, 2024 · 3 min · 436 words · Minna Peraza

Millionaire Ice Cream

This ice cream is perfect for a warm summer night, a dinner party with friends, or as a grand finale for Thanksgiving night. Inserting rant here –> Why do we only share ice cream recipes in the warm months? Does everyone stop buying ice cream in the winter? Does homemade ice cream no longer trump every single carton on the shelf mid-winter? Heck no. The most popular question I get is whether it’s possible to make ice cream without a machine....

October 4, 2024 · 1 min · 176 words · Danny Micucci

Miniature Homemade Corn Dogs

What’s not to love? Unless you are not a fan of sausage, in which case, maybe I can tempt you with Beer Battered Mushrooms? Or if you are in the mood for a less-fried option, Caprese Skewers with Balsamic and Olive Oil are sure to be a win. Do I even need to tell you that my kids flip out over these each time I make these Miniature Corn Dogs?...

October 4, 2024 · 1 min · 144 words · Mamie Martinez

New Orleans Grillades And Grits Recipe

Look no further for a tried and true authentic Grillades and Grits recipe! Tender beef cutlets are simmered in a rich gravy and served over creamy grits – it’s heaven! Well, shut my mouth, is that New Orleans Grillades and Grits?? Darn tootin’ it is. Well, now ain’t that the berries! Doesn’t this look tasty? You wouldn’t normally think of this as a breakfast food though, would you? Grillades (pronounced GREE-ahds) and Grits is a Southern dish that originated in New Orleans and is traditionally served for breakfast or brunch....

October 4, 2024 · 3 min · 521 words · Linda Patterson

Oat And Buckwheat Waffles With Rhubarb Compote

Naturally gluten-free with a light and moist crumb and wonderful flavor, these Oat and Buckwheat Waffles are then served with a homemade rhubarb compote and dollop of vanilla cream, making this a thoroughly heavenly dish you can enjoy for breakfast or brunch! Ready for some waffles that not only taste incredible but are actually good for you, too? These are some of our favorite go-to waffles served with a variety of syrups, and paired with this Rhubarb Compote and Vanilla Cream they are simply amazing!...

October 4, 2024 · 4 min · 810 words · Phil Boyd

Oatmeal Butterscotch Blondies

Butterscotch. You either love it or you hate it. Personally, I adore butterscotch. Especially when I can get my hands on one of those butterscotch flavored old-fashioned striped candy sticks they have in the little candy shops. Now my husband? He could live without butterscotch IF it weren’t for these blondies. These blondies are pretty much perfect. Every ingredient has a purpose and does its job. Shelly over at Cookies & Cups has an awesome trick I’ve been dying to try out....

October 4, 2024 · 3 min · 457 words · Philip Arrott

One Pan Creamy Lemon Chicken And Asparagus

Serve this dish with a Simple Tossed Green Salad (that dressing though!) or some Cheesy Parmesan Spinach Orzo for an unforgettable meal. I used to struggle with my cookware. I didn’t really know what to get when my husband I first got married. Sure, we both had the usual hand-me-down, random, pieced-together pots and pans that every young adult inherits from friends and family members, but we went ahead and passed those right along in favor of something new....

October 4, 2024 · 4 min · 805 words · Rosario Cooksey

Orange Sherbet

Orange Sherbet Orange sherbet is traditionally made with orange juice and milk, however, we’ve found that we like it best when made with heavy cream. It’s a richer combination of “ice cream” and “sherbet” when made this way. Feel free to make this sherbet recipe with whatever dairy you happen to have on hand though, as it’s still tasty when made with just milk or with half and half in place of the cream....

October 4, 2024 · 3 min · 479 words · Ann Harrington

Palak Khichdi Rice And Lentil With Spinach Cooking Carnival

This dish is best cooked in a pressure cooker, so Instant Pot is the perfect and very handy gadget to cook. What is Khichdi? Khichdi, Khichadi, or Kitchari is a healthy porridge-like dish cooked with lentils and rice. Referred to as the Indian “comfort food”, it is often used for babies and the elderly, a healthy meal that is easy to chew, digest, and good for the body! What’s so special about Khichdi?...

October 4, 2024 · 5 min · 1002 words · Benjamin Butler

Perfect Hummus

This homemade hummus recipe beats anything you’ll ever buy in the store. Rich in flavor, perfectly creamy, and super easy to make, you’re going to love it! And while you’re at it, make another popular Middle Eastern dip, Baba Ganoush, and some delicious Lavash flatbread to go with it! A widely popular dip, hummus is not only delicious, it’s super healthy. This homemade hummus recipe is made using homemade tahini paste, which is easy to make, cheaper than store-bought, and tastes so much better!...

October 4, 2024 · 3 min · 580 words · Connie Orlando

Pineapple Banana Smoothie Barefeet In The Kitchen

If the gray skies of January have you dreaming of warm summer days, mix up a batch of smoothies this morning and your mood is sure to improve! Banana Pineapple Smoothie The sweetness of the fruit is balanced nicely with the slightly tart pineapple in this drink. Without adding more than a hint of coconut flavor, coconut water creates a much lighter smoothie than the alternative dairy-based smoothies. I like to add frozen bananas to our smoothies, but if you don’t happen to have a frozen banana on hand, a regular one will still serve to thicken the smoothie nicely....

October 4, 2024 · 3 min · 474 words · Raleigh Jacobs

Polish Kapusta

This recipe comes together in about an hour on the stove-top or it can be simmered through the day in the crock-pot. (For what it’s worth, I am not a fan of sauerkraut and I still enjoyed this meal.) My sister married into a food-loving family and they have given us some truly fabulous recipes. Her mother in law grew up making kapusta with her grandmother. Her family traditionally serves this dish with pierogies and the combination is delicious....

October 4, 2024 · 1 min · 104 words · Dorothy Lillard

Pulled Pork Breakfast Skillet

After eating Pork Carnitas for dinner, I knew immediately what I wanted for breakfast. This Pulled Pork Breakfast Skillet was a hit with all of my boys. We are big fans of breakfast skillets – a.k.a. breakfast hash. This Spinach and Potato Breakfast Hash with Spicy Sausage was one of the first hash recipes we tried and it started off a whole new breakfast craze over here. Roasted Sweet Potato Hash is one of my favorites and I always make extra roasted sweet potatoes to be sure to have plenty of them leftover for future breakfasts too....

October 4, 2024 · 2 min · 285 words · Michael Allen