Snickerdoodle Coffee Cake

Say hello to your favorite cookie in coffee cake form! The cake itself is soft, buttery, and tender. The crunch from the cinnamon sugar on top adds the perfect contrast of textures. It’s sweet with notes of vanilla and a touch of cinnamon. Serve this for breakfast with a hot cup of coffee for a cozy morning meal. This cake looks so fancy, yet it’s incredibly easy to make. The batter takes just 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to bake....

December 26, 2022 · 5 min · 1017 words · Dennis Johnson

10 Best Leftover Baked Potato Recipes

Some foods just don’t lend themselves to leftovers, no matter how to try to reheat or prepare them. Luckily, that’s not the case with potatoes. You can use baked potatoes in soup, casseroles, breakfast bowls, and more. There’s so much you can do with them, in fact, that it was hard for me to pick my 10 favorite recipes. It was tough, but somehow, I finally managed to narrow them down, and here they are....

December 25, 2022 · 5 min · 994 words · David Debruyn

17 Best Blue Cocktails

Blue cocktails are also extremely versatile. You can use them for practically any occasion. There’s the Fourth of July, Easter, bachelor parties, and more. You could even use the mocktail versions for boy baby showers! There are also lots of themed parties where blue drinks work well. Plus, they’re so gorgeous, you don’t even need a reason to enjoy them. For this list, I’ve included 17 of the loveliest, tastiest blue cocktails I know....

December 25, 2022 · 7 min · 1333 words · Dominick Metz

17 Best Mini Muffin Recipes

That’s because mini muffins are essentially just smaller, making them great for snacks. I like mini muffins so much because you’ll get a better muffin-top-to-muffin ratio. We all love that dense, thick, cookie-like layer over the muffin, right? As much as I love the soft and tender sponge inside, I much prefer the tops. And you’ll find that these minis are overall denser (but still fluffy) and more flavorful all over while still being perfectly moist inside....

December 25, 2022 · 8 min · 1552 words · Linda Searcy

17 Easy Pasta Soup Recipes

There’s just something about soup that’s ideal for cool weather. It’s as much a part of the changing seasons as boots, pumpkin spice, and cranking up the thermostat. There are all kinds of soups you can make, of course, and you could always move into chili and stew territory, as well. But pasta soup recipes are some of my favorites. They’ll usually combine veggies, starchy, carby pasta, and (sometimes) meat....

December 25, 2022 · 7 min · 1377 words · Sarah Bergseng

17 Easy Peanut Butter Snacks

(They also taste spectacularly good with chocolate!) There’s a lot you can do with peanut butter, so your snack options aren’t all that limited. You can make purely indulgent snacks, like peanut butter cups or peanut butter cookies, or you can make things that are a bit more nutritious, such as ants on a log. You can combine peanut butter with fruits, veggies, sugar, chocolate, and more. Regardless of what you make with it, it’s bound to be delicious because it’s peanut butter!...

December 25, 2022 · 8 min · 1510 words · Raymond Mixer

17 Popular Japanese Appetizers

Most of them share similar ingredients and seasonings, but each is uniquely delicious. And all of them will make your mouth water. Are you crazy about Japanese food? Same here! Japanese cuisine is all about umami flavors, which basically equate to ultimate deliciousness. What’s better than having sushi and tempura for lunch? Having an equally delectable appetizer to complement their flavors! In this list, I have it all, from the traditional onigiri to a Westernized chicken salad....

December 25, 2022 · 8 min · 1509 words · Shawn Smith

17 Refreshing Cucumber Cocktails For Summer

The cool factor of cucumbers is exactly what you need to beat the heat. These versatile veggies bring a light, subtle taste to so many delicious drinks. Sip these ice-cold cocktails on late summer evenings lazing about in the garden. Or serve them as a showstopper dinner party aperitif. Stay cool as a cucumber and escape the summer sun with these cucumber cocktails. 1. Watermelon Cucumber Cooler Great news. This recipe actually gives you two different ways to booze up the cucumbers....

December 25, 2022 · 7 min · 1442 words · Brad Chamberlain

17 Steamed Recipes We Love

To be fair, veggies and seafood are some of the easiest foods to steam, but there are plenty of other steamed recipes out there besides those. For instance, did you know you can make a steamed carrot cake? What about steamed sponge cake or steamed chocolate pudding? Yep. Those are all real things. You’ll find the recipes for them on this list, along with plenty of steamed veggies and steamed seafood, of course....

December 25, 2022 · 8 min · 1520 words · Juliane Nitz

20 Best Leftover Sausage Recipes

You have your classics, like pasta and egg muffins, but why not try something a little different? How about potato and sausage soup? Or traditional toad in the hole? The beauty of these recipes is that sausages are so versatile! Between kid-friendly pork sausages, to something spicy, or even chicken, you can so easily make your leftovers something special. There are 20 super easy and delicious leftover sausage recipes here, and I’ll bet you’ll love them all!...

December 25, 2022 · 8 min · 1590 words · Michael Roys

20 Foods That Start With Z

However, plenty of foods start with Z, and many of them are my personal favorites! If you like Italian recipes, zucchini, and things that are a little bit zesty, you’ll love this list as much as I do. 20 Foods That Start With The Letter Z 1. Zoodles Zucchini + noodles = zoodles! If you’re crazy about pasta but need to cut back on the carbs, zoodles are the perfect compromise....

December 25, 2022 · 6 min · 1097 words · Linda Stookey

20 Popular American Soups

When you think of American cuisine, I’ll bet your mind goes to apple pie and burgers, right? Maybe hot dogs and milkshakes? But what about soup? Soup is a worldwide dish that changes from country to country. But one thing stays the same: you should have to eat it with a spoon. Though many soup recipes are full of meat, veggies, pasta, rice, and noodles, there still needs to be a broth or thick liquid that holds it all together....

December 25, 2022 · 9 min · 1905 words · James Faux

23 Best Omelette Recipes To Wake Up For

And who says you can only enjoy them in the morning? They aren’t just perfect for breakfast, but they’re great for brunch, lunch, dinner, and snacks, too! Omelettes are a quick and easy way to make regular scrambled eggs more delicious and substantial. And the things you can stuff into the eggs are absolutely limitless. Ham and cheese, corned beef and potatoes, and mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes – the list goes on and on....

December 25, 2022 · 8 min · 1696 words · Ruth Barth

25 Easy Jalapeno Appetizers

Averaging at 5,000 Scoville Heat Units, this bright green chile has just the right amount of spice. It’s relatively mild, but still packs a punch. They can be enjoyed raw on their own, but there are also quite a number of ways you can incorporate them into meals. In today’s round-up, it’s all about appetizers. From dips and poppers to garlic bread and sliders, these recipes create mouthwatering starters that’ll guarantee your party’s success....

December 25, 2022 · 8 min · 1602 words · Mary Glosson

30 Best Tailgating Recipes

Good company and good food, that’s what! If you’re looking for food ideas to bring to your next tailgating party, I have you covered. A party without food is just a meeting. Be sure your tailgate party is fun and exciting with these tailgating recipes! From delectable dips to finger foods, this collection of recipes will make your tailgate a success. Even if your team loses, you’ll still feel like a winner with these scrumptious treats....

December 25, 2022 · 11 min · 2329 words · Todd Jackson

30 Best Zoodle Recipes

Zoodles are “pasta” noodles made using raw zucchini. They’re light, carb-free, low in calories, and work well in so many different dishes. Along with being high in fiber, zucchini is also loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. So it’s perfect for people who need to go gluten-free, and you get a boost of nutrients to boot. The spicy noodles with tofu are my favorite, but you really can’t go wrong with any of these incredible zoodle recipes....

December 25, 2022 · 13 min · 2703 words · Billy Mccoun

30 Homemade Pudding Recipes Banana Vanilla And More

They’re creamy, dreamy, and you can enjoy them in several ways. From classic chocolate to fruity delights and even the boozy kind, there’s something to love! What could be more special than homemade pudding? It’s the perfect light dessert that’s flavorful and decadent with enough sweetness to satisfy your sweet tooth. So when life gets stressful or overwhelming, try these pudding recipes for a creamy relief! 1. Dirt Pudding Is there anything more satisfying than a sweet, creamy treat that you can dig into?...

December 25, 2022 · 10 min · 1988 words · Vernon Bissonette

35 Easy Punch Recipes For Parties

Whether you’re preparing for the holiday season or just throwing a weekend party, drinks are an essential part of your menu. You’ll want to tailor your punch to the occasion. For example, a Moscato or watermelon rum punch wouldn’t be appropriate for a six-year-old’s birthday party, but they’d be great additions to your bestie’s bachelorette party. With that in mind, I’ve compiled a list of 35 fantastic punch recipes. Some are fruity, some are minty; some are tart, some are sweet, some have alcohol, and some don’t....

December 25, 2022 · 11 min · 2300 words · Monique Razor

8 Best Oyster Sauce Substitutes

From hoisin to teriyaki, these easy swaps will save your dinner. Keep in mind that nothing is going to be precisely the same. But if you’ve run out or just feel like a change, these oyster sauce alternatives should do the trick. That said, depending on the recipe, some of these swaps may not work. For example, soy sauce doesn’t have the same thick consistency. So, you might need to experiment to get just the right results....

December 25, 2022 · 6 min · 1079 words · Erica Bohrman

Amish Sugar Cookies

This simple yet delightful recipe is so addictive, and these sugar cookies are impossible to resist! Plus, they’re so incredibly pretty! They’re already so elegant and dainty, but the fun part is that you can dress Amish sugar cookies up as you please. Decorate them for any holiday or any theme during the year! Best of all, they are ridiculously easy to make. Anyone can whip them up! No wonder the recipe has been passed on from generation to generation....

December 25, 2022 · 5 min · 880 words · Richard Waldon