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Bourbon vs Scotch: what’s the difference? These two styles of whiskey could not be more different. Or should we say…whisky? Here’s what to know about the spelling differences, what makes each one unique, and a few popular cocktails to make with each one! Bourbon vs Scotch: what’s the difference? Bourbon and Scotch are both types of whiskey: the former is produced in America and the latter in Scotland. “Whisky” is the correct spelling for the Canadian and Scottish versions, whereas “whiskey” is the correct spelling for American and Irish-made versions....

Can you believe Christmas is just a few days away? And in less than two weeks time, we’ll be welcoming in the new year. I’m totally excited. As I celebrate my birthday so close to Christmas, I’m very used to receiving Christmas themed birthday cards every year. This year was no different. My birthday card was adorned with beautiful Christmas trees in all shades of green, stockings, cute Christmas stickers, and a girl elf (representing me)....

We first made this banana bread inspired by the browning bananas on our counter and a friend recovering from surgery. It turned out so delicious that we’ve been making it ever since. I mean, what’s not to love about brown butter, salted caramel and banana bread all in one bite? It’s transcendental. Very ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the better: very dark brown or black bananas are best. Unsalted butter: Using unsalted butter allows the salt content to be controlled by the amount specified in the recipe....

Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe More Pasta Salad Recipes: Spicy Pasta Salad This recipe is sponsored by Vetta Pasta, however, all opinions are my own. Replace bocconcini with mozzarella if you likeUse gluten free pasta to make this salad gluten freeAdd some pine nuts for a nice crunch Like this caprese pasta salad recipe? Then join Nish Kitchen on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram. Watch exclusive recipe videos on YouTube.

Frequently asked questions Mix the tomatoes with tangy balsamic vinegar, then add al dente pasta and peppery fresh basil. You’ll be amazed at the amount of flavor these classic summer ingredients infuse in 20 minutes. It’s a fast and easy dinner that’s over-the-top tasty, and it’s one of our top summer dinner ideas to make during tomato season! Cherry tomatoes: Use only the ripest, best cherry tomatoes. Farmers market or garden tomatoes are ideal....

Here’s a crowd-pleasing dinner to put in your rotation: chicken enchiladas recipe! It’s hard to find someone who will turn down this Tex Mex favorite. Each enchilada is stuffed with shredded chicken and cheese, then drowned in a zingy red sauce and baked until warm and gooey. It’s also extremely versatile for various diets: you can easily make half the pan vegetarian or use corn tortillas for gluten-free. Everyone wins here, and whipping up a big pan makes dinnertime magic....

Want more recipes using my 2 ingredient magic dough? Try my 2-ingredient pizza dough, 2 ingredient bagels, and healthy pop tarts next. Goodbye, Auntie Anne’s pretzels- my homemade recipe for cinnamon pretzels tastes even better and is so easy too. And yes, your kitchen will smell incredible as they bake! Why I love this recipe Foolproof. Like classic homemade pretzels without yeast, these are so easy. There’s no need to boil water or spend time letting the dough rise....

Frequently asked questions This isn’t our normal cocktail vibe around here, but hey: we had a bottle of Fireball and and got curious. And confession: it was one of our favorite cereals growing up. As two cocktail experts and certified mixologists, we’ve made hundreds of cocktails: and this one is too fun! RumChata, a cinnamon-flavored cream liqueur Fireball whisky, a cinnamon-flavored whisky Cinnamon and granulated sugar Use a small glass and add ice....

It’s time for another 1970’s drink: make way for the Harvey Wallbanger! This easy highball cocktail is the Screwdriver‘s more sophisticated cousin. It might sound low-brow, but this drink stars Galliano, an herbal Italian liqueur invented in the 1890’s. It gives this otherwise boring brunch drink a complex, funky herbal finish. One sip and we gave this one a stamp of approval. Is it worth grabbing yet another specialty bottle of liquor for this one?...

If you ask me how I would like to spend summer, it’s most likely that I’ll say “with plenty of ice cream in all sorts of flavors”. I love ice cream! When it comes to this frozen treat, I just simply can’t count calories. Well, is that good or bad? I don’t know. But I bet noone will be able to resist a couple of scoops of this simple dessert....

For the longest time ever, coffee came either as a hot coffee or cold coffee. These days, cold brew coffee has taken over the world and has become one of the most popular ways to enjoy coffee. If you love a good nitro brew, you’ll love its origin. What is cold brew concentrate? Cold brew is a mixture of cold brew concentrate with iced or warm water. It has taken the coffee world by storm and is easily one of the most popular beverages at Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, and more....

Here’s a recipe that’s cozy and creamy, perfect for wrapping your hands around a cup in chilly weather. Try our best Vegan Potato Soup recipe! This one is so full of flavor and impossibly dreamy that you’d swear it had cream or milk in it. Turns out, it’s easy to make a potato soup without dairy that’s the equivalent of wearing a cozy sweater next to a roaring fire. There’s no blender needed: this soup is beautifully chunky and flavored with savory Old Bay....

Love baked chicken recipes? Try my baked chicken legs, baked chicken leg quarters, and baked chicken breasts. If you are after a chicken recipe with barely any hands-on time, my baked chicken thighs in the oven are your answer. The short marinating time infuses the chicken thighs with lots of flavors while baking them in the oven, which crisps up the skin beautifully and results in juicy and flavorful chicken....

Crispy chickpeas. Crispy crunchy nutrient powerhouse transformed into an addictive snack. Swap your regular snack with delicious chickpeas that also make a crowd pleasing addition to your grazing boards. If you’re not into bold spicy flavors, customize with your favorite seasoning. Here’s the simple, no-brainer recipe with tips to bring in maximum crispiness. Want an addictive snack that’s guilt free as well as delicious? Enter chickpeas. These protein-rich legumes are designed for less calorie, healthy cooking....

I am a self-confessed condiment king. If you take a peek in my refrigerator, you’ll find at least twelve bottles of various sauces, dressings, and dips. I think part of the issue is my obsession with making sweet potato fries on a very regular basis, and wanting something new to dip it in each time. What do you eat sweet potato fries with? There are a bunch of flavors of that go well with sweet potatoes, but a sauce that contains something sweet, something creamy, and something smoky is where it is at....

Craving more Japanese appetizers? Try my tuna tartare, beef negimaki, dragon rolls, and spicy ramen next. Ask anyone in my family what my favorite sushi roll is, and they’ll tell you it’s a dragon roll. Made with tender unagi, crispy fillings, and topped with an addictive sweet eel sauce, this is the kind of recipe that’ll make you swear off takeout for good. Why I love this recipe Quick and easy....

Do you like your banana bread…nutty? A few dark brown bananas are an ordinary sight on our counter (yours too?). Usually our go-to banana recipes are blender banana muffins, but this time we wanted something new. Meet this ultra Classic Banana Nut Bread! This one is just like Grandma’s: moist and cinnamon-scented, with bursts of crunchy walnuts throughout. To take it over the top, toast the nuts in a skillet to bring out their nutty undertones before gently folding them into the batter....

Looking to mix up your mornings? Try this creamy Banana Oatmeal! Adding banana to your morning oats adds a little natural sweetness and creamy texture. Here it’s offset with warm spices and vanilla to make a cozy and easy breakfast. We’re always looking for ways to mix up our daily oatmeal intake: peanut butter oatmeal, baked oatmeal, overnight oats. This one is a fun variation that’s perfect to fit into the rotation....

Need a cheese sauce in minutes? Try this easy Cheddar Cheese Sauce! Make no mistake: this isn’t a traditional cheese sauce…but it tastes just as good as one. If you’ve made a cheese sauce before, you’ll know it typically includes flour and butter to make a roux to thicken and add body. This sauce though? There are just 3 ingredients: milk, cheese and salt! Use it anytime you’re in a rush: it’s seriously delicious and beyond easy to make....

Everyone is always asking for easy weeknight dinners. Guess what: so are we! Even though we love to cook, there are always nights where Alex and I need to get dinner on the table fast. The two of us are always experimenting and on the lookout for the best concepts for quick and easy dinner ideas. So we present: our new favorite easy weeknight dinner: this chickpea curry! It takes only about 20 minutes to make!...