Baking can be pretty rewarding enough as it is, but when you make things like gumdrop cookies and butterfly cupcakes? It becomes an event! Whipping up sweets that are more creative than standard chocolate chip cookies is also a great way to entertain the kids when you’re stuck at home. If you have some spare time on your hands, these 30 baking recipes are fun to bake and even more fun to eat!...
With so many delicious ways to use turkey leftovers, you can have it all — from savory crepes to turkey chili to after-Thanksgiving pizza! In the wake of Thanksgiving Day, prepare to see containers of turkey leftovers all piled up in the fridge. No matter how many guests you have, it’s inevitable! So what do you do? Make sandwiches, of course! But there’s more to leftover turkey recipes than making different variations of turkey sandwiches....
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One of my favorite biscuits is the buttermilk biscuits from Bojangles! They’re perfectly fluffy but soft and delicious, with just the right amount of buttermilk. I crave these biscuits so often that I decided to make a copycat version at home… and you can, too! The best part is, this copycat Bojangles biscuit recipe is even easier than the original. Copycat Bojangles Biscuits Fried chicken and biscuit fans from the southern east coast will definitely be familiar with Bojangles....
Who wants to wait for 30 minutes for cookie dough to firm up, am I right? With this recipe, there’s absolutely no waiting necessary. Butter-flavored Crisco is all you’ll need. With this not-so-secret ingredient, your chocolate chip cookies will be ready in under an hour. And have I mentioned just how delectable they are? They’re crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and bursting with chocolate chips in every bite....
Apart from the rides, the mascots, and the overall vibe, the food offerings at Disney parks are also just as magical. Case in point: their churros! This signature snack is so heavenly, I sometimes dream about going to Disneyland just to have a bite. If you’re like me who can’t wait to have a taste of the iconic Disney churro, good news! The happiest place on earth just did us a solid and shared the secret recipe....
In the 90’s, DoubleTree hotels started the tradition of giving out these scrumptious cookies to their guests at check-in. Imagine biting into a warm chocolate chip cookie after spending hours on the road. That’s what I call a warm welcome! And to this day, it’s one of the hotels most defining characteristics. But, booking a hotel room isn’t the only way to get a hold of these chocolatey delights. In fact, you don’t even need to be a master baker....
I have a few easy oven methods you can use when you need to make a batch of toast for a crowd! Have you ever had a large group breakfast where you need to make enough toast to go around? Since the toaster only makes two slices at a time, half the stack is cold by the time you’re done with all the toasting. Fortunately, I figured out how to make a big batch of toast all at once!...
This timeless cookie is rolled twice in cinnamon-sugar. I think the traditional sugar cookie got bored and rolled around in cinnamon to make himself more popular. And boy did it work! These cookies are devoured in a matter of hours. Perfect for holidays, get-together’s, or in my opinion – ANY day of the week. It’s a classic cookie that’s fun to say and even more fun to munch on. The only thing missing is a big glass of milk....
Cabbage rolls are a delightful dish made of cooked cabbage leaves filled with appetizing meat, plus garlic and onions. They’re also seasoned with the perfect spices. Some recipes add grains, vegetables, and mushrooms inside the rolls. Not only will this dish be the star of the show, but there are so many delicious sides that pair wonderfully with it! Best Side Dishes for Cabbage Rolls Since cabbage rolls are such a hearty dish on their own, you’ll want to be sure that whatever you serve on the side doesn’t overpower the main attraction....
I love serving this combo up in the form of ham and cheese sliders. Just one bite brings such joy to my heart. Since sliders are small sandwiches, they’re great for feeding a crowd. They’re even tastier when served with a variety of delicious side dishes! I’m sharing 15 super-easy sides that will make your sliders into a complete meal. Go ahead, pair your ham and cheese sliders with these fantastic foods for the most fabulous feast!...
These miniature bites of goodness never fail to hit the spot. Whether it’s an intimate dinner with the family or a grand celebration with friends, quesadillas are a definite crowd-pleaser. But while quesadillas make amazing appetizers, they’re not really a complete meal. You’ll need a few complementary side dishes to turn these finger foods into a Mexican feast. What to serve with quesadillas? Whether you’re making chicken, pork, beef, or cheese quesadillas, we’ve got you covered....
There might only be 10 recipes on the list, but somehow, they manage to include almost everyone’s fall favorites. It doesn’t matter which fall staple you like best – sweet potatoes, butternut squash, apples, walnuts, cranberries, maple syrup, or something else. I guarantee you one of these salads includes it. And don’t worry; you’ll find some cinnamon, brown sugar, nutmeg, and other autumn spices on the list as well. It just wouldn’t be fall without those aromatic scents wafting through the house....
When the big day finally arrives, the last thing you want is to worry about feeding everyone amidst all the chaos. Scones are fluffy on the inside, slightly firm on the outside, and not overly sweet. So you can go ahead and eat two. The trick to making the perfect scones is to be super gentle with the dough. If you over-mix them, they’ll be tough and crumbly rather than soft and tender....
They incorporate a nice, proportional mix of ingredients for a balanced, healthy meal. Portuguese chefs cook with lots of rice, corn, potatoes, and other carb-filled foods and ingredients. It’s hard to be low-carb, surrounded by so much delicious Portuguese cuisine. Despite the carbohydrates, Portuguese food is not all that unhealthy. As I mentioned, they use several veggies and stay away from many of the fatty, high-cholesterol foods. You won’t find a ton of red meat, particularly in these side dishes, at least....
You’re ready to make a super tasty baked good, but you discover that you used the last of the sour cream on taco Tuesday. Before you put on your shoes to make another trip to the store, look around your kitchen. You likely have a near-perfect sour cream alternative hiding in plain sight. Sour cream substitutes are easy. You really just need a thicker dairy product (or vegan alternative) and an acid, like lemon juice or vinegar....
If the popular cocktails – mojitos, margaritas, and martinis – just don’t excite you anymore, how about something different, for a change? It’s time to widen your horizon and get to know the alcohol-spiked refreshments that Germany has to offer. The country is more than just lager and Jägermeister, you know! So, this Friday night, be your own bartender. Impress your friends with your homemade rumplesnuggler, radler, kirsch royale, and more....
For most people, Oktoberfest is all about beer, lederhosen and suspenders, beer, beautiful German women in dirndl dresses, and beer. However, even the staunchest beer drinkers have to eat occasionally, and without a few delicious and decadent Oktoberfest treats, the meals wouldn’t be much fun. Don’t get me wrong; I know desserts – or any food, for that matter – will never take the place of all the other fun, alcohol-based activities happening at Oktoberfest....
I’m not as familiar with Russian soups as I’d like to be, but I’ve made, tested, and loved all ten of the ones I’ve listed here. Each of them is flavorful and filling, and most of them are relatively nutritious, as well. Additionally, they won’t take a ton of work to make. You might recognize a few of them (or at least have a familiarity with the word “borscht”), but others will likely be pretty new to you....
Instead, with few exceptions, these are more like pot pies or shepherd’s pies. The galatopita, karidopita, and Greek bougatsa are a little on the sweet side, but the other seven Greek pies on this list fall firmly into the savory category. So if you’re the kind of person who enjoys a warm, hearty, and savory pie, you’re definitely in the right place. There might only be 10 options on this list, but each one of them is 100% delicious, and you’ll want to try them once and then again and again....
