Here’s a tasty refreshing lemon cocktail that’s perfect for summer, but works any time of year: Vodka Lemonade! Make up a pitcher of homemade fresh lemonade, then spike it with a little vodka. It comes out fresh and sweet tart, and very easy to drink. It’s so easy to drink, in fact, that you might have to be careful with this one! The vodka adds just the right boozy finish without too much spice....
Love easy and juicy roast beef recipes? Try my top round roast, sirloin tip roast, eye of round roast, and ribeye roast next. Looking for an upscale dinner without breaking the bank? Then you’ll love my bottom round roast! It’s equally as elegant as any elegant roast beef out there, but won’t hurt your wallet. Similar to my rump roast, this impressive piece of meat will ‘wow’ everyone you serve it to....
Looking for a sophisticated spin on the Manhattan? Try the Brandy Manhattan! If you’ve got a bottle of Cognac or brandy, this is the drink for you. Brandy is sweeter than whiskey, with fruity, floral and citrus notes. So brandy makes for a sweeter, more complex and even more exciting Manhattan cocktail, in our opinion. Here’s how to make it, and a few more ideas on Manhattan variations. What’s in a Brandy Manhattan?...
Gratin – the highly customisable classic French dish with a browned top. It’s the easiest way to make a simple side dish with seasonal vegetables or your favorite Ingredients. The basic idea is to create a beautiful brown crust with a little help from cheese or bread crumbs. For today’s recipe, I’m going to make broccoli gratin loaded with the goodness of beautifully green broccoli. To make this gratin, you’ll need to separate the florets of the broccoli and steam them until tender....
Love broccoli salad? Us too. There’s something about that classic American broccoli salad: you know, the one with raisins and a mayo-based dressing? It’s a retro summer salad, where the florets are marinaded in the sauce until they’re soft and savory sweet. It’s oddly satisfying and gives us all those nostalgic vibes. Here’s a new and improved version of to make it fresh and healthy: but it keeps all the character and deliciousness of the original....
Want more dessert bar recipes? Try my raspberry bars, oatmeal chocolate chip bars, raisin bars, or peanut butter blondies next. If I had to pick a highlight of living in Australia, it would be our desserts, and none quite encapsulates Australia like our caramel slices. They’re made with layers of flaky shortbread, gooey caramel, and a thick sheet of melted milk chocolate. As if they couldn’t get any better, there’s practically zero baking involved....
Love all things carrot cake? Try my carrot cake cookies, carrot cake bars, and carrot cake protein balls next. Not to toot my own horn, but I’ve been eating protein bars since before they were fashionable. That also means I’ve had my fair share of chalky, unimaginative, and overpriced protein bars… The lack of options is what got me making protein bars from scratch. Since coming up with my homemade protein bar recipe, I’ve been looking to re-create my favorite treats in protein bar form....
What’s the most exciting way to eat cauliflower? With a little extra crunch? Or a palate-pleasing addition of spices? Obviously, the perfect harmony of flavors and textures create the best crispy golden cauliflower. This cauliflower popcorn is the vegetarian counterpart of your favorite popcorn chicken. The three elements that make this addictive snack super delicious are perfectly cooked cauliflower florets, spices, and the crunchy coating comprising of velvety batter and panko breadcrumbs....
Over here we adore enchiladas, but it always feels like they take longer to make than we expect. Because when we need enchiladas, we need them now! Introducing, our easy cheese enchiladas recipe! This flavorful cheese enchiladas recipe is packed with melty cheese, warm tortillas, and a zingy enchilada sauce. Even better, you don’t need to cook anything for the filling: stuff it with cheese, green chiles and spices, and you’re ready to rock....
Frequently asked questions The best part? Stir in some chopped graham crackers to simulate that signature crust. It adds just the right contrast in texture that will have everyone coming back for more. Ready to make magic? Cream cheese Cornstarch Whole milk Granulated sugar Heavy cream Vanilla extract Graham crackers Freezer bowl ice cream maker (inexpensive). Find this type of ice cream maker for the most economical choice. Here’s the 2 quart freezer bowl ice cream maker we use....
Hey friends! Today I’m super excited to bring you an amazingly flavorful and simple recipe. In fact, quick and easy recipes involving pasta have always been a favorite in my household. I love the way it pairs so wonderfully with other easily available ingredients to create a stunning family dinner. This chicken fettuccine alfredo is ridiculously simple yet lip-smacking delicious. I mean, it’s one of my favorites, I just couldn’t wait to tell you all about how tasty it is....
Ways to serve chicken paillard Chicken paillard is often served with an arugula salad, since it adds a nice fresh counterpoint to the savory chicken. Here are some of our favorite simple ways to serve it: We first had the dish at a French restaurant near out house, and it was so absolutely flavor packed, we had to try our own spin on the recipe. Here’s our version, where tender cutlets are bathed in a tangy, savory sauce that will have you want to lick your plate clean!...
Nothing quite beats classic English muffins to start your day, but I think this cinnamon raisin English muffin recipe might be a strong contender for the English muffin crown! They are light,fluffy, and they have those gorgeous nooks in them BEGGING for some butter. We’ve explored basic microwave English muffins, but this time, I wanted to show you how easy it is to make the real deal. Adding cinnamon to any baked good gives it that homey, fall feeling regardless of the time of year....
What’s better than a creamy, cool gazpacho on a blazing hot day? Sure, some Americans aren’t into cold soups. But this Spanish soup, born in the heat of Southern Spain, is the true definition of refreshing. The cool puree of tomato and cucumber against the zing of the sherry vinegar and rich olive oil is truly one of life’s great pleasures. Finally, we’ve got a great recipe for a summer gazpacho: made like the Spanish do....
Sure, you’ve heard of the Ratatouille movie: but do you know what ratatouille actually is? Not surprisingly, this humble dish that’s not anything like it’s glamorized movie version: thinly sliced vegetables served in a swirled stack. This classic French dish of stewed late summer vegetables is anything but fancy, but it’s a darn good way to use seasonal produce! Serve it as a side dish with fish or chicken, or as a main dish with white beans and crusty bread....
If you’re an almond butter lover, you’ll adore this way to make it the star ingredient in drinkable form. Try this Almond Butter Smoothie! You could add dollop of AB to any type of smoothie you like, of course, but this one is especially tasty. It goes big on almond flavor, pairing it with banana, pineapple and chai spices for an irresistibly sippable drink. Here’s how it’s done! Ingredients in an almond butter smoothie This almond butter smoothie pairs sweet fruits with nutty almond butter for a protein-packed drink....
Grilled salmon. Baked salmon. This nutritious fish is undoubtedly a super star on your dinner table, but have you ever tried it with a beautifully delicious sauce highlighting coconut, lime and spice flavors? Trust me, it’s the 10 minute magic sauce guaranteed to refresh your dining experience at home. How to make this gorgeous creamy coconut lime salmon Start with browning the salmon. To do this, heat up a little oil, and place the salmon skin side down....
More shrimp recipes Love cooking with shrimp? Here are a few of our favorite shrimp recipes for dinner and healthy shrimp recipes: Why we love this recipe: Shrimp risotto is great for impressing guests as a main dish, but it’s simple enough to work as a weeknight meal, too. Our entire family gobbles it up when we make it. Most risotto methods use butter, onion, and garlic, white wine to deglaze the pan, and Parmesan cheese to finish....
Even when we’re at our most frazzled, like working 60+ hour weeks at our day jobs (guilty as charged), we still try to make a priority to have good food at our fingertips. Because these are the times when it’s easiest to start eating whatever’s convenient, or start snacking out of stress (again, guilty as charged). We’re not perfect, but we generally try to aside some time to prepare something nourishing....
Here’s one of our favorite side dishes that’s packed with flavor and fits almost any diet: Cucumber Salad! It’s simple and punchy, with a vinegar-based dressing that packs in tangy, sweet and salty flavor. It’s ideal for just about anytime: summer cookouts or pitch-ins, lunches, or an easy make-ahead side dish you can keep in the fridge for dinners all week. This is one of our favorite because it’s so simple and packed with flavor (plus we both love pickles so it checks that box!...
