This best simple chocolate cake is light and airy, moist and tender, rich and chocolate-y. The secret ingredient ensures the perfect chocolate cake every time! I believe every baker should have an amazing vanilla cake and chocolate cake recipe under their belt! This chocolate cake recipe is ... Continue Reading
Moscato sangria is a crowd-pleasing drink that's crisp, refreshing, and easy to customize with fresh fruit and wine! Serve this sweet and festive sangria at any party, brunch, or summer gathering. Why you'll love this recipe: Everyone loves the sweet and bright flavors of a classic red ... Continue Reading
Flavorful and satisfying, these easy grilled swordfish steaks are a quick and easy weeknight dinner! This swordfish recipe with a simple marinade won't disappoint. Summer has officially arrived, and with it, the smell of grilled steaks, burgers, chicken, ribs, and pork kebabs! Grilled meat ... Continue Reading
This 3-ingredient cocadas recipe is my twist on Mexican coconut candies. These nutty, caramelized treats are addictively chewy and delicious! I first learned about cocadas from The Kitchen on Food Network when Marcela shared her recipe for easy coconut bark. It had two of my favorite ... Continue Reading
Soft and tender banana muffins with delicate moist crumbs and full of banana flavor! Simple one-bowl muffins in less than 30 minutes! Why you'll love this recipe: I halved my popular banana bread recipe, which makes 2 loaves, and made it into muffins! The same amazing flavor, but in a ... Continue Reading
This raspberry coulis is silky smooth, versatile, and easy to make too! It's perfect with anything from cheesecake to pancakes or oatmeal. Why you'll love this recipe: As much as I love devouring juicy, plump, fresh berries by the handful, I love making berry desserts, sauces, and jams ... Continue Reading
Surprisingly moist and soft, this 3-ingredient chocolate cherry cake is a crowd-pleaser. You'd be amazed how easy it is to make it too! Why you'll love this recipe: You only need 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of your time to make this cherry pie filling cake. And in return, you'll get a ... Continue Reading
Here is a fool-proof method to cook perfect hard boiled eggs every time! Even farm fresh eggs come out easy to peel with this method. I love hard-boiled eggs! They're effortless and filling snack at any time. Most days, I like to simply cut them in half, sprinkle some salt & pepper and ... Continue Reading
These lemon macarons are perfect balance of sweet and sour. Bursting with zesty flavor, these macarons are incredibly fun to make! I bought this wavy serving dish at a local thrift shop years ago, but here's a similar dish on Amazon. Why you'll love this recipe: Master your basic macaron ... Continue Reading
You'll love this layer cake for its burst of lemon in every bite. Soft sponge cake layers soaked with lemon syrup and filled with homemade lemon curd and lemon Swiss buttercream frosting. Why you'll love this lemon cake: This lemon layer cake is every citrus-lover's dream!! It's definitely one ... Continue Reading
These simple but impressive smoked salmon crostini are one of the best crostini recipes. Perfect appetizer for holiday parties and gatherings. These smoked salmon crostini are easy to make but complex in taste and texture. Dressed up with irresistible toppings, crostini are a perfect ... Continue Reading
Looking for a delicious way to use up extra egg yolks? Try these egg yolk cookies! They're rich and slightly cakey with just the right amount of chew. I'm obsessed with meringue-based desserts like macarons and angel food cake! But the problem is I always end up with extra egg ... Continue Reading
This refreshing and crisp rose sangria features pears, peaches, and raspberries with a touch of triple sec! This no-fuss summer cocktail will be the hit of any party. Why you'll love this sangria: Traditional sangria is a sweet and boozy punch made with Spanish red wine, orange juice, brandy, ... Continue Reading
This family favorite cheesy scalloped potatoes are famous for its creamy richness and delicate cheesy layers. Excellent make-ahead side dish for a crowd! Why you'll love this recipe: There's so much to love about this side dish: Perfect make-ahead dishEffortlessly impressive for any ... Continue Reading
Compound butter is a sweet or savory spread made from softened butter with fresh herbs, spices, or dried fruit. Follow this easy tutorial to learn how to make compound butter and the best ways to use it. Compound butter elevates any dish to a new level. It's the perfect compliment to ... Continue Reading
This crowd-pleasing appetizer takes less than 30 minutes to make. Cheesy, creamy, and dippable, 3-ingredient bean dip won't last long! It requires minimal effort for maximum flavor. Why you'll love this recipe: Who can resist a classic bean dip covered in melty cheese? Here's why you need this ... Continue Reading
This classic Angel food cake is light and fluffy, low-fat dessert! Effortlessly impressive, this crowd-pleaser is a perfect make-ahead cake for any occasion. Why you'll love this recipe: There many reasons to love this naturally low-fat cake. Just to name a few: Texture: you'll love its light ... Continue Reading
Two quick and easy ways to make buttermilk substitute with just 2 ingredients or less! Learn the best uses for each method. Buttermilk is a staple in my fridge, but I know it's a foreign ingredient for many. If you ever find yourself with a recipe that calls for buttermilk, but none on hand, ... Continue Reading
Incredibly light and tender, these English scones have fluffy cake-like crumb and are quick and easy to make. All you need is a handful of ingredients and 30 minutes of your day! I've never been a fan of scones... Or so I thought... Until my husband and I had an Afternoon tea at ... Continue Reading
This chunky chili gets its hearty flavor from the caramelized stew meat, simmered in a Dutch oven until fork tender. Thick and rich, this lazy chili is truly a crowd-pleaser! Why you'll love this recipe: It isn't game day without chili or cheese dip! From Texas chili to chili con carne, the ... Continue Reading
These addicting bacon jalapeno poppers are made with just 3 ingredients and insanely easy to make. Perfect party food in less than 1 hour! Why you'll love this recipe: Besides my easy 3-ingredient bean dip, these jalapeno poppers are my favorite party food!!! Just 3 ingredients neededNot at ... Continue Reading
This filet mignon recipe makes an impressive dinner for any occasion. Tender beef filet is wrapped in bacon and pan seared till perfection. Why you'll love this steak recipe: Filet mignon steak is a lean cut of beef with very little fat or marbling, which means it lacks flavor. But it's an ... Continue Reading
Nothing beats a bowl of wholesome borsch soup on a cold winter day. This classic beef borscht recipe features simple ingredients, classic method and authentic taste! This beautiful deep red beet soup is my childhood favorite!!! While I'm not technically a Russian, I'm definitely a Russian at ... Continue Reading
Buttery soft red velvet cake layers generously filled with classic cream cheese frosting and finished with luscious chocolate ganache. This is the cake you don't wanna miss! Why you'll love this recipe: There's absolutely nothing not to love about this red velvet layer cake: Buttery tender ... Continue Reading
