It was only a few years ago that I finally warmed up to the idea of oatmeal. As a kid I always associated oatmeal with Little Miss Muffet and her bowl of curds and whey which, let’s be honest, is not going to sound good to most 7 year olds. Or a lot of adults for that matter. But I finally decided to give it a real, honest try and realized that even though yes, you can technically eat oatmeal “straight up”, you don’t have to – you can mix things into your oatmeal!...

I remembered my childhood brownie recipe as being very simple and all made in a single pot. This is a simple one-pot brownie recipe that never disappoints. As proven by my own past, even a child can make these. I’ve converted the original recipe to make it gluten free and I have listed both versions below. The cherries kept the brownies incredibly moist. The bars almost begged for a quick reheat with ice cream on top....

What is the difference between the muffins at a bakery compared to the ones mom makes at home? One bakery muffin will make you full while at home you can eat a few and still want more. What’s the difference? well, mom takes care of your tummy as well as your tastebuds. Bakery style muffins usually have more baking powder and baking soda. They are baked at that initial high-heat so the batter rises and breaks apart on the top....

What a busy week with blogging and cooking this has been for me. I had a few posts this week, and I hope you are enjoying them. In particular, I love those gingerbread sugar cookies I posted this week with the tutorial on decorating them, too! I made a few new recipes this week, and I cannot wait to share them with you. This is one of them. It was such a hit that I had to share it as soon as possible so it does not get buried in one of my pending upcoming post series....

I’ve dressed this batch of ice cream up with a berry swirl and graham cracker pieces throughout, but the options are nearly endless. I’m already playing a couple of new flavors. How to Make Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Wondering what cottage cheese ice cream tastes like? Well, you aren’t alone in that. When I first saw cottage cheese ice cream popping up online, I immediately put it on my list to try....

Looking for all the orzo recipes? Check out my popular posts for Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, Best Italian Orzo Salad, and One Pot Enchilada Orzo. Guess what time it is? If you guessed pasta time, then you and I will be friends for life. If you said cheesy pasta time…well, we must be soul mates! Let’s just all agree there is nothing better than a delightfully cheesy pasta dish with all the garlic plus spinach all in a lovely cream sauce with a hint of lemon and topped with some cracked black pepper for good measure....

Crème brûlée is a classic French dessert consisting of a rich custard base (usually made with cream, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla) topped with a layer of caramelized sugar. The custard is typically baked in a ramekin, and the caramelization of the sugar is done with a kitchen torch or under a broiler to create a crunchy, caramelized top. The contrast between the creamy custard and the crispy caramelized sugar is what makes crème brûlée so delicious and popular....

I made this skillet with bacon, but that could be skipped for a vegetarian option; just use a tablespoon or so of oil in its place. Topped with an egg, this was a delicious meal that the whole family enjoyed. The leftovers keep well in the refrigerator as well. Simply toss them in a hot skillet and reheat when ready to serve them. My family loves a hearty hash skillet pretty much any time of day....

I love taking quiche with me when I am invited over for a meal by family and friends. Because it’s a dish that can be served room temperature and looks very impressive. Most people don’t take the trouble to make homemade quiche because they presume it’s a lot of work. So, when you walk in with a quiche it’s always nice to see how people are impressed. Don’t you think?...

There’s something incredibly satisfying about making your own pizza from scratch. The process of mixing, kneading, and shaping the dough is therapeutic, and the aroma of fresh pizza baking in your oven is unbeatable. By making your own dough, you control the ingredients, ensuring a healthier and tastier pizza. Plus, homemade pizza dough rises beautifully, creating a perfect crust every time. Using olives and red Spanish onions as toppings elevates the flavor profile of your pizza....

Leave the store-bought ones in the store and learn how to smoke neck bones and ham hocks yourself! These DIY smoked neck bones and smoked ham hocks are easy to make and they will add and incredible amount of flavor to your soups, stews and chilis! What are Smoked Neck Bones? At the heart of Southern home cooking, smoked neck bones and ham hocks are commonly enjoyed with things like beans, potatoes, rice, cabbage as well as in soups and stews where they’re slow-cooked until their smoky, fork-tender meat falls right off....

Delightfully crispy on the outside and chewy in the center, nothing beats a dosa for the best of South Indian street food! Made from rice and lentils, dosas are naturally gluten free and vegan and pair deliciously with both savory and sweet fillings. I’m super excited to share this thoroughly traditional dosa recipe with you because they are absolutely deeelicious! What is a Dosa? A dosa is a crepe or thin pancake made from a fermented batter consisting of lentils and rice....

Can’t get enough of these cookies? Try my other recipes for Best Easy Sugar Cookies, Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Super Soft Peanut Butter Cookies! More Christmas Cookie Recipes Super Soft Peanut Butter Cookies Cowboy Cookies White Chocolate Cashew Cookies Frosted Pumpkin Cookies White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies Did you make these Christmas cookies? AMAZING! Please rate the recipe below! So festive – You don’t have to buy a lot of decorations or spend hours icing cookies with these jolly Christmas Cookies....

Hawaiian rolls, also known as Hawaiian sweet rolls, are a type of soft, slightly sweet bread roll. They are characterized by their tender texture, golden crust, and hint of sweetness, making them a popular choice for sandwiches, sliders, and as a side dish. The origin of Hawaiian rolls is somewhat unclear, but they are believed to have been inspired by Portuguese sweet bread brought to Hawaii by Portuguese immigrants. The addition of pineapple juice to the dough is said to be a nod to Hawaii’s abundant pineapple crops....

A simple chocolate cake is a must-have recipe on hand. And while I have more than a dozen different chocolate cake recipes, this is one that I come back to over and over again. There is so much you can do with this cake batter. Get ready to embark on a mouthwatering journey through the world of chocolatey delight! 🍫🍰 If there’s one dessert that never fails to bring joy and satisfy the sweetest of cravings, it’s our beloved Chocolate Bundt Cake....

Hasselback potatoes are enjoyed on many restaurant menus, but few people know exactly where the name “Hasselback” came from or why these potatoes look the way they do. I believe that they got their name from the Swedish restaurant where they were invented and popularized. The restaurant was called Hasselbacken in Stockholm and these were first served in 1953. Step-by-step: Hasselback potatoes Preheat the oven tp 425°F / 220°C/ Gas Mark 6 Seasoning – In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper – and set aside....

If you look on Instagram these days, it’s all about fault line cakes and stripped buttercream cakes. Sounds like we are bringing buttercream cakes back to life with a whole new look. I’m loving this trend. Although, I wish everybody didn’t load cakes with sprinkles. I mean, I do love sprinkles but customers don’t fancy their cakes with sprinkles everywhere – at least my customers. I made this for a friend’s birthday and I wanted to make something a little different than one loaded with sprinkles or crystal sugar....

Fried green tomatoes have been a favorite Southern classic for generations. Green tomatoes are sliced, coated in tangy buttermilk, dredged in flour and cornmeal, and then fried until they’re beautifully golden brown and crispy. This Fried Green Tomatoes recipe yields a perfectly crispy-crunchy outcome that you’ll love eating with your favorite dipping sauces! As a relatively recent Southern transplant, I’ve been busy exploring and enjoying a wide variety of traditional Southern foods from Virginia to Louisiana and everywhere in between....

This Ginger Scallions Noodles recipe is just what you need for a busy weeknight! It’s ready to serve in just 15 minutes and is delicious and satisfying! It was the end of a very long day when I got home and needed to prepare something for our family. I was exhausted and needed a quick solution. That solution was this Ginger Scallion Noodles recipe that I threw together in about 15 minutes....

You can never have too many good pasta salad recipes and this one is goooood. Quick and easy to make, packed full of wholesome ingredients, and bursting with flavor, this Greek Orzo Salad recipe is sure to become a favorite! For more delicious pasta salad recipes be sure to try my Broccoli Pasta Salad, Macaroni Salad, Pepperoni Pizza Salad, Spinach and Artichoke Pasta and Curried Couscous Salad! I love all the colors that are showcased in this Greek Orzo Salad....