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Reflecting on my childhood dinner table behavior, I’d like to remember myself as a demure young lady with tastes beyond her years, who never (EVER) complained about what her mother served, (Mom, are you laughing yet?). The truth is, as a kid, I was a fairly picky eater. Although I’d finish my Roasted Broccoli eventually, dessert bribery was nearly always involved. One of the few vegetables I met with genuine enthusiasm was roasted spaghetti squash (and Crockpot Spaghetti Squash)....

Indian cuisine is diverse and is a reflection of various cultures and traditions. You will find every dish being made in numerous ways, with recipes varying by region, community and sometimes even by family. This salmon curry is the way I make it at home and is not any region specific dish. I love this one particularly for the simplicity. It’s fairly healthy, minimally spiced and comes together in a flash!...

If you’re missing these iconic Girl Scout cookies a little too much, this recipe is for you. I’ll be honest with you, these cookies take a while to make. There are numerous ingredients and steps involved, but the outcome is so overwhelmingly delicious, you’ll want to do it, nonetheless. Plus, one batch makes 4 dozen cookies, so it’s really worth the effort! Ready for the most scrumptious Samoa cookies your tastebuds have ever experienced?...

I have a reputation for “quick and easy” recipes but I occasionally make an exception in terms of the “quick” part. This Shredded Mexican Beef is one of those exceptions. While it’s still very simple to prepare, it does take a few hours to slow cook to tender perfection in the oven. The hands-on time is very minimal, but this recipe is certainly not one of my weeknight wonders! This is the recipe you’ll want to pull out for a Mexican themed dinner party, or even meal prep on a lazy Sunday to enjoy in meals throughout the week....

Come to think of it, the same phenomenon (appetizers, chips, and dip sneakily counting as a main course) happens at football season. And the holidays. I’m sensing a theme here. Appetizers all around! Shrimp Guacamole Bites—A Crowd-Pleasing Shrimp Appetizer These spiced shrimp guacamole bites are one of my favorite party munchies. They combine an appetizer classic of which I will never grow weary (chips and guac) with an easy upgrade (five-minute chili roasted shrimp) to create a whole new experience....

Few dishes stack up to the allure of this pure Italian comfort food. If I see it on a restaurant menu, it’s always a finalist. If it’s served at a family gathering, I say a prayer in thanksgiving that I have Italian in-laws. If you can’t tell from the description above, carbonara is delicious. (I’ll grab a towel for your drool too ;-) ). Enjoying such richness is special. As a regular weeknight dinner habit, however, it isn’t the healthiest of ideas....

Spicy Mayonnaise is my all-time favourite dipping sauce. And while this is one of those “not so much a recipe” recipe, I wanted to share it anyway because I actually use it with a lot of my recipes. The best part about this mayonnaise is that you can either make your own homemade immersion blender mayo or a store bought mayo. Either works just fine! I prefer to make small batches fresh when I’m planning to eat it rather than make a whole jar that may go to waste in a weeks time....

This keto electrolyte drink will keep you cool and hydrated… and can even help ward off the keto flu! We often think of this type of thing as a keto sports drink, but if you’re following the keto diet, it’s really helpful to have it in your back pocket even when you aren’t working out. If you need a hydration boost? Homemade electrolyte drink! If you want a healthy keto drink besides water?...

We can all probably agree that eating a balanced meal with the right amount of carbs, fats, and proteins is ideal. However, it’s easy to get a little sidetracked. With that being said, a low carb diet is a great way to shed some extra fluffiness. With this list, we’ve put together some of our absolute favorite low carb recipes to make in the Air Fryer. Each one of these delicious recipes is easy, filling, and made in the Air Fryer....

I’ve made this easy guacamole recipe about a gazillion times (it’s just as good as Chipotle’s!)… it’s about time I shared it in a standalone post. Once you see how to make guacamole with my step by step instructions, you’ll make it several times a week like I do. 😉 And because I can never resist a good how-to guide, I’m also including answers to all your homemade guacamole questions, from nutrition info and benefits, to extensive tips for keeping it green and even freezing instructions....

Up until making this pressure cooker pinto bean recipe, I always answered black beans. In fact, I’ve probably ordered enough waves of black beans and rice to fuel all of our Taco Tuesdays (and Taco Thursdays) from now until next January. We grew up eating Mexican food every Sunday after church (and Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas on Christmas), and back in those days, I was a refried bean girl. At some point, I transitioned over to black beans and sort of forgot about poor pinto....

The whole family will love these easy ground turkey stuffed peppers. If you love taco night but are looking for something different beyond taco salad or just plain tacos, then taco stuffed peppers are just the thing to change it up and make a whole meal in one flavor packed dish. Plus, they store really well, so double the recipe and freeze for an easy dinner down the line. You really can’t go wrong making stuffed bell peppers with taco meat and layers of melty cheddar cheese… and serving it with a heaping scoop of avocado corn salad!...

One serving of fajitas gives you a decadent combo of grilled chicken, peppers, caramelized onions, veggies, and spices all wrapped in a warm, toasty tortilla. Whether you use chicken, pork, shrimp, or beef, the combination of bell peppers, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, garlic, sour cream, cheese, and various spices combine for an unforgettable meal. And while fajitas can certainly be a meal all to themselves, there are a few tasty side dishes that go perfectly with these hand-held delights....

Potato soup is a classic comfort food that always hits the spot. Plus, it’s so easy to make, you can serve it any day of the week! But while it’s more than good enough to gobble up all by itself, it yearns for a few complimentary side dishes. From a crisp salad to a meaty sandwich, these dishes will elevate your potato soup to a whole new level. 1. Roast Beef Sandwich Bread and soup are such a classic pair....

These pink, crisp on the outside, tender on the inside fishcakes are to die for! Once you’ve decided to make these heavenly patties for dinner, the next step is to figure out what to serve with them. The key to picking a great side dish is to choose flavor, texture, and color combinations that complement one another. But you know what, we’ll make things easier for you. No need to wrack your brain thinking of what to make, because we’ve got you covered!...

The magic trick? These ravioli are wrapped in… zucchini! Abracadabra, indeed. This zucchini ravioli with ground turkey (you can also make zucchini ravioli with chicken if you prefer) is a lightened-up version of a classic Italian comfort food. By replacing the flour pasta dough with thinly sliced zucchini strips, zucchini ravioli calories (and Zucchini Lasagna calories) are much lower than in traditional pasta. Yet the familiar Italian flavors of oregano, pepper, and garlic—plus creamy, classic ricotta filling—maintain the tasty illusion....

Trying to decide what to serve alongside your delicious mains this Easter? Nothing complements an Easter lunch or dinner quite like a fresh salad. I’ve put together ten effortlessly impressive salads that are made from everyday ingredients and complement anything. These salads are nutritious, packed full of flavour and most importantly - delicious! Whether you’ve only been assigned salad duty or you’re putting together the entire meal, I hope you’ve found the perfect side salad (or two) to pop on the table this Easter....

They’ve got some killer barbecue, dazzling desserts, and comfort foods that feel like home. I’m a big fan of boozy bourbon balls and adore beer cheese! And who doesn’t love a Mint Julep in the summer? There may be a few boozy dishes on this list, but there are booze-free classics like butter cake and hearty burgoo, too. So, let’s see what the Bluegrass State has to offer with this list of 10 fantastic Kentucky foods....

Because Mexican, not Spanish, restaurants are so popular in America, people often think Spanish appetizers consist of chips, salsa, and cheese dip. In reality, most Spanish meals begin with salad, although they aren’t always the standard “lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and croutons” kind. Whether they’re leafy green or chunky and creamy, salads are just as prevalent in Spain as they are in the United States, perhaps even more so. And just as we Americans have our Caesar, Cobb, shoepeg corn, and English pea salad varieties, Spaniards also have several popular salads that most everyone knows....

From burritos and quesadillas to spaghetti and sloppy joe’s, we have 13 different ways to transform your leftover taco meat into tasty new meals. Pretty sure after reading this article, you’ll want to cook a big batch of taco meat just so you can make all these tasty variations. And you definitely should! It will make your life so much easier. Simply cook up a big batch of ground beef (or turkey) at the beginning of the week, and you can whip together quick and easy meals all week long....