Quiche is not just for the holidays. It’s a perfect meal for any day of the week. Plus, it’s one of the easiest dishes to make. This is a great quiche recipe that’s quick and easy to make. Step-by-step: Artichoke quiche recipe Prepare quiche crust Process – In a food processor, add the flour, salt, and chilled cubed butter (and vegetable shortening). Pulse for 30 seconds until it resembles coarse breadcrumb consistency....

Did I tell you what my husband and I did for Christmas? I think I did. I probably did. Well anyway, instead of giving each other gifts to open on Christmas morning, we went on a cruise a week before Christmas. If you ever get the notion to go on a cruise with your loved ones to celebrate the holidays – do not hesitate. Just do it. I’m about to get 110% cheesy here but we honestly made some of our greatest memories together on this trip – it....

What is your favorite alcohol? Perhaps it’s age catching up with me, because these days I seem to only like red wine with dinner or an occasional cocktail. In the past, making cocktails on a daily basis was a part of my job. However, these days I make them occasionally. I do love creating new ones and am always looking for great combinations. While you can enjoy Baileys Irish Cream on its own, how about doing something more with it?...

Did you have a fantastic Christmas?? And if you don’t celebrate Christmas, did you have a fantastic Thursday?? Either way, I hope it was wonderful and filled with lots of cookies. My mantra this week: Cookies are always a good idea. At our house, the holidays are always jam-packed with heavy, “flat” foods. I call them flat because they really aren’t bland, they always have lots of flavor, but the flavors all kind of blend into one another if you know what I mean – no climax....

Creamy, freshly churned banana ice cream is swirled with crushed pineapple, maraschino cherries, peanuts, and chocolate chips to create this ice cream. Banana Split Ice Cream Sundae Each scoop of banana split ice cream is a whole explosion of flavor and when you take scoops of this ice cream and top them with whipped cream, it’s an ice cream sundae everyone wants to dive into. There’s just something fun and nostalgic about the flavors of a classic banana split....

Ohhhh cheesey queso goodness, how I love you!!! This is possibly my new favorite dip in the entire world!! When I was dating my husband, he told me about his brother’s famous queso dip. Apparently it was fantastic and “the best ever”. So I tried it. And it was realllllly good. I actually loved it and would beg him to make it as often as possible. But this week I made my own queso dip and the husband tried it…....

This post is sponsored by Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner. On behalf of the Beef Checkoff. All opinions are my own. I have a confession to make. I actually was kind of thinking about how nice it will be when fall gets here. You know I’m a summer-lovin’ gal, but there’s something about the turn of the weather: the swapping of tee-shirts for sweaters, everything pumpkin, and, of course, the return of tailgating season!...

Be sure to serve these with my favorite Tartar Sauce (the Best Crab Cake Sauce ever)! For more easy seafood recipes everyone will enjoy, head on over to my recipes for Cajun Shrimp Skillet, Easy Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp, and Sheet Pan Jambalaya. I know crab cakes kind of seem like a break from my norm but for good reason! I love, love, love to order crab cakes whenever I see them on a menu on vacation....

Why This Recipe Works Delicious & Nutritious: I could honestly go on and on about how delicious my Best Simple Mac and Cheese recipe is. It is filling and satisfying for the whole family, and even picky eaters will love this creamy mac and cheese! Some macaroni and cheese recipes can be very high in fat due to all of the dairy, so I used whole milk instead of heavy cream in this recipe....

A delicious Bohnensalat recipe celebrating the glory of fresh green beans! Simple to make and a great accompaniment to virtually anything, this German Green Bean Salad is a wonderful addition to your side dish repertoire! Whether your garden is bursting with beans or you find a good deal at the store or farmer’s market, this German Bohnensalat is a wonderful way to showcase those delicious, nutrient-packed green beans! My garden is producing an abundance of beans right now....

What is Raita? How do you make Raita? Raita is Simple Indian Yogurt Sauce made with curd, some spices and different vegetables like Cucumber, Tomato, Onion, Mint, Cilantro or Boondi. Dahi Boondi Raita or any raita can be seasoned with the variety of spices such as Cumin powder, chili powder, Chaat masala or Pepper powder depending upon ones liking. In Summer, I Often make Raitas. Boondi Raita, Mint raita, Cucumber Raita, Onion tomato raita are some of my favorite Raitas....

Whole grain pasta, fresh broccoli, toasted walnuts, black olives and Parmesan cheese are tossed with a tasty herb and Dijon mustard vinaigrette for a wholesome and delicious salad you can take to your next potluck, picnic or serve at your backyard BBQ! This Broccoli and Pasta salad recipe comes together in minutes and can be made well in advance. For more delicious pasta salads be sure to try our Macaroni Salad, Pepperoni Pizza Salad, Greek Orzo Salad, Spinach and Artichoke Pasta and Curried Couscous Salad!...

Coffee buttercream is a type of frosting made by creaming together butter, powdered sugar, and coffee to create a smooth and creamy texture with a rich coffee flavor. It is a popular flavor because of several reasons: It has a rich and intense coffee flavor that coffee lovers enjoy. It adds a delicious depth of flavor to cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It is a versatile frosting that pairs well with a variety of flavors, including chocolate, vanilla, and caramel....

But how does one create such a magical creation? Well, it can be as simple or as elaborate as you want it to be. We start by choosing the right cake and frosting. You will learn to wield the spatula like a magician, conjuring intricate designs and enchanting textures. We will also add fairytale touches that will transport your castle cake to a realm of wonder. And we’ll teach you how to adorn it with edible decorations fit for a king or queen....

We like to dip ours into our favorite barbecue sauce. Anytime I make these tots, my whole family can’t stop eating them. Cheese Tater Tots As soon as I saw this recipe in my friend Phi‘s new cookbook, Five Ingredient Recipes, I was reminded of our much-loved Crispy Cheese and Bacon Potatoes. I knew right away that my family would love these Tater Tots with Cheese. The fact that it’s a fast and easy shortcut to that irresistible Potato + Bacon + Cheese flavor combination that we love has made it an instant family favorite....

Chicken burgers offer a lighter alternative to traditional beef burgers while still delivering a juicy and flavorful bite. Seasoned with a mix of spices and herbs, these patties are incredibly versatile, easily complemented by a variety of toppings and sauces. Whether grilled, pan-seared, or baked, they provide a delicious canvas for creative toppings like avocado, caramelized onions, or a tangy barbecue sauce. With their lean profile and ability to absorb flavors, ground chicken burgers are a fantastic option for those looking to explore new flavors or lighten up their burger game without sacrificing taste....

As the leaves transform into vibrant hues and the air turns crisp, there’s nothing quite like indulging in the ultimate fall comfort. It’s pumpkin season, and the markets are loaded with different types and shapes of pumpkins this week. I made two pumpkin cakes this week and I knew I had to share them with you as soon as possible. This one was especially popular with the kids. They were so fascinated with the chocolate chips that they didn’t notice there was any pumpkin in there....

This cinnamon raisin sourdough bread recipe produces the most wonderfully light, fluffy and chewy texture! But toasted…it is downright irresistible! Delightfully crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside with plump sweet raisins and the warmth of cinnamon, it’s pure heaven! Delicious any time of the day, we especially love it toasted for breakfast. Another breakfast favorite is our Whole Wheat Sourdough Waffles! I LOVE bread. All kinds. And while I don’t allow myself to indulge very often, especially white bread, when I do it has to be good bread to make the indulgence worth it....

The famous sweet-and-tangy classic Fry Sauce recipe that takes less than 5 minutes to whip up and enhances your French fry and hamburger eating experience! If you’re hosting a backyard bbq, having some fry sauce along with our ultimate bbq sauce on hand is a must! What is Fry Sauce? Fry sauce is a very simple condiment made from combining equal amounts of ketchup and mayonnaise (or sometimes 1:2) and is served with French fries and hamburgers....

The best part about this bread is the cool rise. Not sure what that means? 20 minutes from start to the fridge in the morning and then you can forget about it. I took the pan out of the refrigerator tonight, preheated the oven and baked it. I have the second pan waiting now, ready to bake in the morning. Oh, how I wish I hadn’t waited so long to try this recipe....