What Is Peasant Salad? If there’s one Greek dish you should learn to make, it’s an authentic Greek Peasant salad. Greek Peasant Salad is also known as Horiatiki salad, which means “village salad.” This simple yet delicious meal consists of fresh vine-ripened summer tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, bell peppers, and olives. The vegetables are combined with oregano and dressed with extra-virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of feta cheese. This rustic Mediterranean salad celebrates fresh seasonal ingredients and is a perfect example of the best in-season ingredients....

Almost every year, I make the spooky witch fingers with the kids. I plan to share those with you this week too. And I make Halloween sugar cookies like the pumpkin and bats. You must remember my Halloween cupcakes with cute cupcakes toppers like witch’s hats, brooms, cauldron, boots, and pumpkins. Those were really fun for the kids. Last year, I picked these Halloween cookie stencils from eBay and I just knew I had to use them....

No-bake energy bites made with just granola and dates are considered the best by many due to their simplicity, nutrient density, natural sweetness, and versatility. They are a convenient and health-conscious snack option that can satisfy your sweet cravings while providing sustained energy and essential nutrients. Simplicity: The minimal ingredient list makes these energy bites incredibly simple and quick to prepare. You don’t need a long list of ingredients or complicated cooking techniques, which is especially convenient for busy individuals or those with limited cooking skills....

Believe me, Once you make this Mexican Salsa at home, you’ll never go back to the store bought again! Chips and salsa are the heart of any party and staple food in our, in most of, home. Whether it is Quesadilla, Enchiladas, Tacos or any other Mexican dish, Salsa goes very well with it. This restaurant-style Mexican salsa recipe comes together super quick and easy with the use of a blender, you can even use a food processor....

Homemade Strawberry Sauce Even though I look forward to berry season all year, this sauce can (and frequently does) get made with frozen berries too. So, if you can’t get your hands on perfectly sweet ripe berries right now, don’t worry. There’s still a batch of homemade strawberry sauce in your future. Making the sauce is as simple as combining berries, a bit of sugar, and a squeeze of lemon in a saucepan....

Vanilla does not equal boring, my friends. Vanilla Pudding This is an old-fashioned Betty Crocker recipe that I tried years ago straight out of the red and white checkered cookbook that I was gifted when I first married. You just can’t go wrong with the classics. Pudding is such a simple dessert and I grew up making pudding with the handy boxes of instant pudding that you can buy at every grocery store....

For more tender, tasty salmon recipes, head on over to my posts for Cajun Honey Butter Grilled Salmon, Salmon New Orleans, and Honey Balsamic Bruschetta Salmon. Salmon and I go way back. In fact, I can’t think of a time when I didn’t enjoy salmon, which I think is weird, especially for a notoriously picky kid. But salmon was just one of those things I gladly ate — strike that — gobbled up....

Just a hint of honey to sweeten it and it goes well with just about anything. My kids have been dipping their vegetables into it all week and they’ve already requested that I make it again. The flavors in this dressing improve after chilling in the refrigerator for a few hours. I recommend making it a day ahead of when you plan to serve it.

How To Cook Pork Belly Pork belly is much more flavorful than a traditional pork roast, with a hint of the smokiness of bacon. Tender bites of meat that almost melt in your mouth, next to crunchy, crackling skin is a fantastic combination. I’m so pleased that I’ve had the opportunity to learn how to cook pork belly. Now that I have two well-tested and simple methods for cooking this type of meat, I am excited to branch out and see how many other ways there are to enjoy pork belly!...

A marbleized cake is a delicious dessert combining chocolate and vanilla flavors, creating a beautiful swirl pattern throughout the cake. It’s a stunning blend of colors and flavors that adds a touch of elegance to any gathering or celebration. The swirls in a marbleized cake are visually appealing and provide a delightful surprise as you slice into the cake, revealing a mesmerizing display of contrasting colors. Mastering the art of creating mesmerizing swirls in your Bundt marble cakes is within your reach....

In-fact this fried pomfret recipe is a testament to the fact that it doesn’t take very many (or even fancy) ingredients and complicated cooking methods to get that burst of flavor that will delight your taste buds. However, consider this fair warning, that this dish, as yummy and convenient as it is, can get really addictive. I remember there was a time when we used to make this particular recipe every single weekend, and a big batch too, enough that we did not need anything else to go with it, outside of a chutney, and a drink....

Making Indian spiced potatoes with my mom had become a cherished tradition, a ritual that brought us closer together with each shared moment in the kitchen. It was a lazy Sunday afternoon and mom and me were along at home. With a mischievous twinkle in her eye, my mom handed me a bag of potatoes and a bunch of fresh cilantro, her signature ingredients for our beloved dish. As we worked, peeling, chopping, and sautéing, the kitchen buzzed with laughter and conversation, with the sizzle of spices in the pan....

If you love hearty soup recipes like this Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff Soup, you’ve gotta try my Best Ever Cheese Broccoli Soup, Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup, and Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala Soup. Well, we’ve broken all our rules. The day after Halloween I made a trip to Target for diapers and came home with a whole set of new Christmas ornaments for the Christmas tree, a set of stocking hangers, and about seven different holiday themed games and crafts for the kiddos....

Have pumpkin pie for breakfast with this healthy Instant pot steel cut oatmeal recipe with a step-by-step recipe and video. It is hearty, filling, healthy, and perfect for Fall breakfast with a hint of Pumpkin Pie Spice, pumpkin puree, and topped with some nuts. Steel Cut oats All oats come from oat groats – the whole, unbroken grains. They’re then processed into different varieties of oats. Steel Cut Oats is a type of oats with the least amount of processing compared to other oats....

The origins of baklava cheesecake are rooted in the Middle Eastern and Mediterranean traditions of baklava, a beloved dessert known for its flaky layers, sweet, nutty filling, and the universally adored cheesecake. While the exact origin is not clearly documented, it is a modern culinary creation that marries elements of both traditional desserts, resulting in a unique and indulgent treat. Baklava Cheesecake has gained immense popularity due to its irresistible combination of textures and flavors....

Moist and fluffy, this lemon zucchini bread is made with whole wheat, honey and buttermilk and is topped with a fresh and delicious lemon glaze! It seems most people I talk to love lemon-flavored treats, whether it’s candy, baked goods, or lemon-flavored sauces for pastas and seafood. There is just something about that refreshingly sweet-sour zippy taste of lemon that is so irresistibly delicious. I’ve always loved lemony desserts, including lemon cakes....

30-minute meals have become our go-to for busy weekday nights! If you’re with us, try Honey Roasted Chicken and Sweet Potatoes Skillet, Asparagus Stuffed Chicken, and Honey Lime Garlic Chicken. One pan meals are where it is AT you guys. By now you know that I love food, but I’m a firm believer in the “spoiler theory:” a theory I made up that explains why food that takes forever and a day to prepare or requires an overabundance of labor doesn’t taste as good....

Street Corn Coleslaw Can a street corn loving person ever have enough recipes that involve street corn? I honestly don’t think so. This idea hit me the other day when I was stirring together a bowl of the Jalapeno Corn Coleslaw that my family loves so much. This Street Corn Coleslaw has proven to be an awesome idea. I’ve layered it on Carnitas Tacos. I’ve tossed it into my salads for lunch....

In recent times, instead of making single desserts for everyone, I choose to make small individual treats. For example, instead of making my honey cake in a large bundt pan, I chose to make these individual cupcakes. Why make these cupcakes? Well, let’s start with the star ingredient: honey. Not only does it lend a natural sweetness to the cupcakes, but it also adds a depth of flavor that is simply unmatched....

Are you in the mood for baking something special but not quite sure where to start? Look no further than this perfect red velvet cake recipe for beginners! Red velvet cake is a classic, with layers of moist cake, a hint of cocoa, and a rich cream cheese frosting. Best red velvet cake recipe Cake Oven and Pans – Preheat the oven to 325 F/ 165 C / Gas Mark 5....