With Cinco de Mayo coming, I am super excited to spend more time outdoors and more importantly start grilling. And what is better than celebrating the arrival of spring with delicious a true Mexican classic. If you are a lover of Mexican food like I am, you are in for a treat. Recipe Ingredients You need two sets of ingredients for elote corn. The first one is your choice of corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)....

Ingredients for Garlic Buttered Pasta To make the butter garlic pasta sauce, you will need just a few pantry-ready ingredients: Unsalted butter: Due to its high-fat content, unsalted European-style butter is my go-to for this recipe, as it will give your pasta extra depth and richness. However, you can use any unsalted butter you prefer to balance out the excess sodium of parmesan cheese. Fresh garlic cloves: I recommend using finely minced garlic for your buttery pasta sauce, as it most thoroughly infuses the butter with its flavors....

on Oct 22, 2021, Updated Aug 31, 2022 Why You’ll Love Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes This savory and satisfying one-pot dish is bursting with flavor. Chicken, potatoes, and unpeeled garlic are roasted with lemon juice 🍋, creating a meal that will have your taste buds dancing. As it bakes with water and is covered in foil, a natural pan sauce forms—dip a crusty piece of bread into it, and you’ll be in shambles 🤤....

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on Mar 23, 2022, Updated Jun 03, 2024 Why You’ll Love How to Dice Onion You’ll love my take on How to Dice Onion because it makes the task so quick and easy. Use these clear steps to help you get perfect, uniform pieces every time, adding fresh flavor to your recipes. This method will become your go-to for adding 🧅 onions to your meals, making cooking more enjoyable and hassle-free....

I think we can all agree that homemade chicken stock is superior to any brand you buy at the grocery store. Packed with fresh ingredients (like vegetables and herbs) and whole chicken, it provides a nice balance of flavor. Plus, you can make it work with whatever vegetables you have on hand. I love to use it as the base for Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Soup, Crockpot Chicken Tomatillo Soup, Chicken Wild Rice Soup, and so much more!...

It is no secret that I am a big fan of a big bowl of porridge in the morning. I think there is something so comforting about a bowl of almond milk oatmeal or overnight steel cut oats that you can garnish with whatever fruits or nut you have on hand. If the concept of cooking quinoa for breakfast is new to you or the idea of quinoa cooked in milk sounds strange, I am pretty sure that this recipe will make you want to look for more quinoa breakfast ideas....

But this year, I am very serious. I am only going to stick to one pie and one pie only. And it is going to be this Old-Fashioned Maple Pecan Pie. I guess, I think of all the autumn pies, this one is my truly favorite one. So this year instead of eating outside, like most islanders do, we are eating at home and this pie is the only desert we’ll have....

on Sep 16, 2022, Updated May 18, 2024 Why You’ll Love Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats You’ll love these Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats because they combine the rich, comforting flavors of pumpkin and warm spices of pumpkin pie spice with the convenience of a ready-to-eat ☀️ breakfast. They’re creamy, delicious, and perfect for making ahead, ensuring you have a nutritious and satisfying meal waiting for you every morning. Plus, they’re versatile—easily customizable with your favorite toppings and mix-ins....

To be honest, I haven’t been a huge fan of cauliflower until this year. And I have absolutely no idea why. But after I made the cauliflower steak sandwich I posted a couple of weeks ago, I came to the conclusion that I have to play (aka cook) with it a little more. Luckily, cauliflower is one of those vegetables you can almost always find in our supermarkets on the island....

on Dec 18, 2022, Updated Jan 08, 2024 Why You’ll Love Shrimp Sushi Cups If you love sushi but don’t know where to source or how to handle sushi-grade raw fish, sushi cups are the perfect solution! Because all of the ingredients get fully cooked in the oven, you don’t need any special sushi-making skills. In fact, you can use frozen, defrosted or fresh shrimp. How to Prepare Shrimp Sushi Cups ♨️ Preheat the oven to 400F....

on Oct 23, 2024 Why You’ll Love Stuffed Pepper Soup Look no further for your next cozy, easy, nourishing meal. This one is a warm hug in a bowl! 🥰 Stuffed Pepper Soup has it all: lean protein, homey flavors, plentiful servings of vegetables, and rice. It’s a perfect family meal 🥣, and it can be easily adapted to different palates, diets, and time constraints. Check out all the variations and substitutions below....

How is it September now? Time flies, isnt’ it? It is hard to believe that summer is almost over. As I type this, it is raining like cats and dogs outside and autumn is surely in the air here in South Vermont. Looking outside my window, it looks dark and chilly. In a strange way, I am loving this weather and how productive it makes me feel. Thanks to the shawl on my shoulders and the hot cup of tea next to my computer, I am enjoying every minute of the season change....

on Nov 22, 2023 Brie is already incredibly creamy and delicious, but imagine taking it to the next level by whipping it 🤤. Pure indulgence! Why You’ll Love Whipped Brie This recipe will literally take 10 minutes to whip up (pun intended 😉), and I guarantee it will be a sure way to impress your guests without breaking a sweat. The whipped texture elevates the already decadent and velvety Brie, and the options for toppings are endless....

One of my favorite game day recipes is this slow-baked chicken wings recipe. While it is delicious by itself, it is better when served with a dip that I can serve with vegetables on the side. This is how I ended up with this blue cheese dip recipe. It is your usual blue cheese dip but with a healthy twist! It’s creamy, tangy, crumbly, and savory, with just the right amount of heat and it does not include an ounce of sour cream....

on Feb 20, 2023 Being born and raised in Bulgaria fills me with immense pride and joy, particularly when I have this platform to share our rich culture with the world. Despite our beautiful country not always being in the spotlight 🗺️, it consistently holds a very special place in my heart. Therefore, I am always committed to raising awareness and showcasing our hidden gem 💎 as much as possible....

on Nov 06, 2021, Updated Jun 10, 2024 Why You’ll Love Cashew Alfredo You’ll love this simple Cashew Alfredo because it has all the rich, creamy goodness of traditional Alfredo sauce while being healthier and easier to make. Its simple ingredients and quick preparation make it perfect for busy weeknights. The subtle nutty flavor of cashews blends beautifully with 🍜 pasta, creating a dish that’s so delicious, that your family won’t even realize it’s a healthier alternative....

The answer is simple: Use creamy avocados in place of mayonnaise. Inspired by my homemade avocado salad dressing, the avocado filling is a great mayonnaise alternative that surprisingly tastes like mayonnaise. Not to mention, it makes a guilt-free and healthy deviled eggs recipe with a modern twist. It is also a tasty appetizer to serve everyone in your family or any of the mayo haters in your life. These healthy avocado deviled eggs are perfect for potlucks, picnics, game day, and even as a protein-pack snack or an easy appetizer....

on Sep 29, 2023 Tender, marinated chicken 🐔, sautéed veggies, and a medley of spices are married with lettuce, cucumber, and red onions, then drizzled with a creamy yogurt dressing. If you’re a fan of fajitas, you’ll adore this lighter, yet equally satisfying, salad rendition. Why You’ll Love Fajita Salad One of the fantastic aspects of Chicken Fajita Salad is how we can repurpose the leftovers of my classic Chicken Fajitas....

Hands off cooking: Don’t get me wrong, I make my Stovetop Vegetable Beef Soup often and it simmering on the stove top is as comforting as possible on a cold winter day. But to be honest, sometimes I don’t want to spend all day in the kitchen cooking and cleaning. That’s the beauty of this CrockPot vegetable soup recipe. Other than searing the beef stew meat and chopping up the vegetables, there is little hands-on time to do anything else....