Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is healthy and this may be one of my favorite salads to date! With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I figured it was a perfect time for this festive side dish recipe. This fall kale salad is loaded with all the most delicious and colorful toppings to make for a great addition to your holiday table. If you think salads are boring, I suggest trying this Roasted Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad recipe....

Baba Ganoush is an enticing dish that is sure to capture the hearts and taste buds of anyone fortunate enough to experience its exquisite flavors. But what exactly is this alluring Middle Eastern creation? Let us unravel the mysteries and explore the magic behind baba ganoush. At its core, baba ganoush is a creamy and flavorful dip made primarily from roasted eggplants. This dish originated in the Levant region and has since gained worldwide popularity for its irresistible taste and versatility....

Football season is in full swing and that means football EATS are in full swing around here as well! I’m thrilled to be part of McCormick’s dip face-off to help elevate your “bowl” game. Last week I represented the great state of Florida with my Miami Cuban Dip, but my team didn’t make it to the next round. So this week, I am “tackling” the fine state of Kansas with this cheesy Kansas City inspired BBQ Chicken Dip!...

Fan of noodle dishes? Us too! Try a few of our favorites like Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs, Asian Spaghetti Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing, Shrimp Scampi with Pasta, and Chicken Pad Thai. More Pasta Recipes to Try Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta Cheese Tortellini Pasta One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Cajun Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Did you make this recipe? FANTASTIC. Please rate the recipe below and be sure to tag me on social when you share a photo on social – I love seeing what you’re up to in the kitchen!...

These meatballs are loaded with all of our favorite stuffed bell pepper ingredients. As easy to make as meatballs can possibly be, these were a hit with every member of my family.

Lemonade is a classic and refreshing beverage made from lemon juice, water, and sweetener. Known for its tart and sweet flavor, lemonade is a popular drink enjoyed worldwide, especially during the summer months. Whether homemade or store-bought, lemonade is a versatile drink that can be customized with different fruits, herbs, or spices to create unique and flavorful variations. Cool, citrusy, and thirst-quenching, lemonade is the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot day!...

Seeing how I’d already eaten an embarrassing number of the ham balls just a few hours before, it was probably a good thing that there wasn’t a whole lot of this dish leftover after dinner. Odds are good that it would have never made it to the refrigerator. My friend Rebecca described both the ham balls and this Sweet and Sour Ham Ball Stir Fry to me months ago. I patiently waited for the chance to try them myself....

Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce This barbecue sauce is tangy and sweet, it’s perfect on chicken, as a dipping sauce for potato wedges, with steak bites, and mixed into ranch dressing for a spicy kick. Best of all, not only can you pronounce all the ingredients, but you can whip it together in your own kitchen in less time than it would take to check out at the grocery store....

This is a dinner you really really really need to make. For starters, this dinner has layers. Everything is better with layers!!! Whew, sorry. Got a little excited there. But really, the best part about a parfait is the layers of granola, fruit and yogurt, each with it’s own section of glory. The best part of an ice cream sundae is the layers of sprinkles, hot fudge, whipped cream, caramel sauce, and the frozen custard....

Authentic and thoroughly delicious, this Tandoori Chicken recipe is a total showstopper. Positively bursting with complex and delicious flavors, it rivals the tandoori at your favorite Indian restaurant! Along with Chicken Tikka Masala and Butter Chicken, this Tandoori Chicken is one of the most popular and most requested Indian dishes! Look no further for the ultimate authentic Tandoori Chicken recipe! I created this recipe through careful trial and experimentation, both the ingredients, ratios and the cooking method....

This is my mom’s favorite brownie recipe. In fact, she made it every Christmas. This used to be the busiest and best time of the year for her, both in terms of work and financially. Being a single mother, she really had to work extra hard to raise her three kids. She used to sell Christmas cookies, sweets, and treats made to order. Because she was so good at what she did, orders would come in six months in advance....

Pound cake is a classic dessert that dates back to the 18th century, known for its simple yet rich ingredients and its dense, buttery texture. The name “pound cake” originates from the traditional recipe, which called for a pound each of butter, sugar, eggs, and flour. This easy-to-remember ratio was used to create a cake large enough to feed a crowd, making it a favorite for gatherings and celebrations. What makes pound cake so unique is its versatility and the comforting, familiar flavor it offers....

Originating from Hawaii, a traditional tuna poke bowl typically consists of marinated raw fish, usually tuna, served over a bed of rice or salad greens and accompanied by various fresh vegetables and flavorful toppings. Now, you might wonder if consuming raw fish is safe or if a dish like a tuna poke bowl is healthy. Rest assured, selecting sushi-grade tuna is critical when it comes to the quality and safety of the fish....

My brother is the sauce king. A title appointed by me. When we were growing up he would come up with these sauces for dipping everything and I still remember the day he combined cream cheese and marinara sauce for dipping breadsticks. Life. Changed. I’ve whipped up that 2 ingredient concoction so many times I’ve lost count and when I made toasted ravioli, I new exactly what it needed – cheesy marinara....

Whole Grain Pumpkin Waffles Recipe These delicious pumpkin spice waffles are made with oat flour and are naturally gluten-free. Wholesome and delicious they’re sure to become a family favorite! It’s like eating pumpkin pie for breakfast, only healthier! ;) These pumpkin waffles are made with whole grain oats which not only contribute a delicious flavor but also make these waffles naturally gluten free. I hesitate to mention that these waffles are gluten free....

This garlicky, saucy pasta filled with basil and tomatoes is made from start to finish in about 20 minutes; does dinner get much better than that? Everything is combined in the pot along with the cooking water and it reduces down into a perfect one dish meal as it cooks. It sounds almost too good to be true, right? I’ve seen versions of this recipe floating around online all summer and I finally had to try it....

Alrighty then. Since you’re still here… Let’s get down to business. This food photography stuff, it can be tricky. But there are three things that really made “the big difference” for me. . . ONE: LEARNING THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY – (aka: Where on earth do I start?!) The first thing you have to do is learn the basics. There are scads of decent sources out there for learning how to take pictures of food....

Made with 100% whole grains, oats, fresh apples, and yogurt, this wholesome Apple Crisp Muffins recipe incorporates all the essential ingredients for apple crisp but in MUFFIN form! With a wonderfully moist and tender crumb, these delicious muffins are sure to be a hit! I love the texture sensation of chomping into a muffin with crunchy sweet crumblies on the top and a soft and chewy interior. And simply nothing beats a rack of freshly baked muffins hot out of the oven!...

This was a very fast meal to put together; easily on the table in less than 30 minutes. I started the onions and sausage in the pot and then chopped the carrots and celery while they were cooking. Just a note about the red pepper flakes. Use the smaller amount initially, as it will enhance the stew and add a depth of flavor while not adding much heat. Adjust as desired for your own taste....

It’s FRIDAY. Also, I am mailing hard copies of my final senior thesis to my University committee members today and I cannot convey my relief that this nightmarish project is almost over. Yayyyyy – let’s celebrate with salmon. There she is – juicy, flakey pink salmon wrapped in foil and baked to perfection. A thing of seafood beauty. And the co-star of the show, creamy avocado sauce. We’re talking avocado + cilantro + lime + garlic all wrapped into one drizzly saucy thing you’ll want to pour, dip, and drench your food in....