I used to love eating at restaurants all the time. Going out meant that I didn’t have to cook or clean, which is always a win in my book. But as I’m getting older, the allure of an expensive meal is just not the same. Especially since I’ve realized I can make my favorite meals from the comfort of my own home. And the best part is that my homemade versions taste even better than the originals....
To be honest, I could eat a whole meal with just sides at the Cracker Barrel. But their fried apples are definitely my favorite. This copycat recipe is just as delicious as the original! Whoever thought of making apple pie filling and serving it without the pie deserves a medal! I like to make a big batch of these fried apples to go over oatmeal, on pancakes and waffles, and I’ve even paired them with pork chops....
If you think blueberry muffins are great, you’ll think these are to-die-for. The tops are nice and crisp, and everything else is just moist and tender. The muffins themselves are sweet and citrus-flavored, which is contrasted by the tart cranberries. Together, they’re a match made in heaven. They’re excellent for breakfast or brunch, but if you drizzle them with glaze on top, they make fantastic desserts, too! Best of all, these guys take under an hour to make – cooling included....
This is coming from a person who, once in her life, was not a supporter of green beans. In my younger years, I loved a heap of mac and cheese or mashed potatoes when presented with a spread of holiday sides. But now, I couldn’t get enough of this green bean goodness even if I tried. So, if you want to make everyone fall in love with the often-overlooked holiday side dish, this recipe is the key....
You might know Mary Berry from the Great British Bake Off. It’s such a pleasure watching her taste the contestants’ baked goods and give them constructive feedback. It’s like watching my own grandma giving me sage advice! So when I came across her recipe for lemon cupcakes, I knew I had to give it a try. Mary Berry is a legend, so I already knew these cupcakes would be epic....
This one-pot recipe is affordable, easy to make, and can feed a large group of hungry people. It’s the perfect dish to feed a big family, or your next dinner party! How To Thicken Goulash One of the things we love the most about goulash is how thick its sauce is. The secret? Don’t add the macaroni noodles at the beginning – allow the meat sauce to come to a boil before throwing them into the pot....
This Wendy’s Chili copycat recipe is made with ground beef, bell pepper, onions, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, pinto beans and spices that will warm you up from the inside out! Wendy’s Chili Recipe You don’t have to leave home to get that classic Wendy’s flavor. You can make this copycat chili recipe in your very own kitchen and have plenty of leftovers to enjoy. In fact, I think it’s even better on day 2....
Unlike other broth-based soups, French onion is filling enough to be a main course. Between the sweet caramelized onions, savory beef broth, ooey-gooey melted cheese, and chewy French bread on top, it’s pretty darn indulgent. With that in mind, you’ll want to find side dishes that complement the bold flavors, like a light salad or grilled cheese sandwich. Of course, if you have this as a starter, the main should be something that’s equally as warm and flavorful....
From tomato soup and macaroni salad to crunchy coleslaw, here are some of my all-time favorites. To me, ham is synonymous with the holidays. Growing up, it was the star of the show! There’s nothing like spending time with my family while enjoying slices of this sweet and savory meat. After the holiday feast is over, we make ham sandwiches our go-to breakfast (and lunch… and dinner)! And no one complains because we serve the sandwiches with different side dishes every day to keep everyone coming back for more....
Peppers are delicious and I enjoy them all, from mild bell peppers to hot jalapenos and serranos. Banana peppers are no exception. They’re fantastic. However, I never know how to use them while cooking. They aren’t sweet like bell peppers, and they don’t add a ton of heat like their hotter cousins. They have that strange, sweet-n-sour flavor that puts them in a category all their own. This year, though, I had a banana pepper surplus, so I decided to learn to use them....
And to be fair, cocktails made with honey are sweeter than those without it. But that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re sugary. For example, the honey-lime margarita is a bit sweeter than a traditional margarita, but it is by no means sweet. So if you prefer your cocktails tart, tangy, or a little smoky, don’t automatically assume you won’t find anything to suit your tastes on this list. Even though there are only ten honey cocktails to choose from, they easily please a wide range of preferences....
Easter is the perfect time to test your baking skills. It’s a celebration that’s long been associated with bread, especially in Europe, where the rustic side is an important part of many Christian Easter rituals. It’s a tradition that continues to this day with many bakeries selling Easter cakes and hot cross buns over the holiday weekend. Even novice bakers can join in the fun this year with this list of 10 easy and delicious breads....
They’re rich, full of creamy deliciousness, and over-the-top incredible. Dutch chefs incorporate lots of syrup, sugar, and spices into their desserts for a robust, complex flavor that makes every bite something to savor. In appearance, Dutch desserts look a lot like the sweets you’d find in any American bakery – thick slices of fruity pies, cookies of all shapes and sizes, and multi-layered pastries. So, if you’re looking for an after-dinner treat that’s new and exotic but not too different from your family’s favorites, Dutch desserts are right for you....
From creamy to savory, there are so many different ways you can whip up a crowd-pleasing crab appetizer. You have your dips, your puffs, your skillets, and even bacon-wrapped finger foods. That’s right, I said bacon. Need something for an elegant gathering? How about for those famished sports fans on game day? Make it with crab! These crab appetizers will be the star of the show at your next party....
One bite, and you’ll totally forget that they’re healthy-(ish)! If you’re craving homemade baked goods but don’t want an overload of sugar, this list is for you. Each of these muffin recipes is sugar-free, which means you can indulge without the sugar crash. From classic blueberry to double chocolate, there’s no sacrifice of flavor here. And they’re not just for breakfast either! These sugar free muffins make terrific grab-and-go snacks....
The spicey, zippy snap of ginger beer makes a marvelous mixer for a range of spirits. Rum, vodka, gin, you name it! Unlike ginger ale, ginger beer is a fermented beverage that packs an intense ginger flavor. It’s less sweet, very fizzy, and is usually non-alcoholic. Mix up any one of these 17 ginger beer cocktails and you’ll perfect the craft of mixology in no time. Then get ready, because you’ll be the shining host of cocktail hour....
If you’re already a pretty big fan of oatmeal, then these oatmeal recipes won’t surprise you. But they will give you a few more options for spicing up your morning routine. I love oatmeal for breakfast because it’s a hearty, healthy way to start my day, and there are so many different ways you can eat it! If you’re a fruit person, you can add several different types of berries and fruits to your morning bowl of oats....
After some research and a few internal arguments concerning whether maize, mushrooms, and mung beans could really be considered vegetables, I finally came up with 17 items for the list. And yes, I did include some hotly contested foods that might not strictly be considered veggies. So, if you can cook it like a veggie and it starts with the letter ‘M,’ you should be able to find it on this list....
Try them tonight, and you can thank me later. Hot dogs are a beloved summertime snack that kids go nuts for. But now that we’re all grown up, how about we take things up a notch? And these hot dog upgrades are so much more than just swapping out the sauce. I’m talking about chili dogs, bacon-wrapped hotdogs, and even an unconventional banh mi hot dog. Yup, these gourmet hot dogs are show-stoppers!...
Some orange bitters cocktails, though, can be bitter, depending on the other ingredients in them. For this list, I’ve tried to come up with 20 orange bitters cocktails on every range on the spectrum – bitter, bittersweet, sweet, sweetly tart, tart, and tangy. I think I’ve done a pretty good job of giving you guys a wide variety so that whatever you’re in the mood for, you should be able to find something to satisfy it on this list....
