Tender mushrooms stuffed with creamy cream cheese, marinated artichokes, fresh spinach and sun dried tomatoes are the ultimate party appetizer. These Artichoke Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms will be a hit at your next get together. This post was sponsored by EarthBound Farm. All opinions are my own. What Is A Stuffed Mushroom? Stuffed mushrooms is a dish prepared using edible mushrooms as its primary ingredient. A variety of fillings can be used, and the dish is typically baked or broiled. ...
Artichoke Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms
Chicken Pesto Sandwich
One of my VERY favorite quick and easy meals. Hot Chicken Pesto Sandwich. Creamy pesto may with grilled chicken, fresh melty mozzarella, plus fresh tomatoes and basil. MAKING THIS PESTO CHICKEN SANDWICH A HOT There are two ways you can heat this sandwich for the perfect melty goodness! Panini press. This is my preferred method. It works the best with the fresh mozzarella. Griddle. make just like you would a grilled cheese sandwich! INGREDIENTS NEEDED TO MAKE THIS SANDWICH Bread ...
Very BEST Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers Recipe (gluten-free)
The perfect combination of creamy cheese, salty crispy bacon, savory pepper and with the addition of the perfect flavor of a Hillshire Farm Lit'l Smokies. These Bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers are the best little appetizers for you holiday parties! This post is sponsored by Kroger, all recipes, opinions are our own. INGREDIENTS FOR BACON WRAPPED JALAPENO POPPERS All these ingredients can be found at your local Kroger stores (We shop at Fred Meyer)! They make it easy and take the stress ...
Herb Roasted Chicken
Warm buttery chicken drenched in delicious lemon herb gravy. Sounds pretty amazing. This is what cooking is all about! There is nothing like the comfort food of roasted chicken or turkey! Sometimes we shy away from making these foods because they seem too difficult or time consuming but I'm showing you how easy it is and some tips tricks and gadets to making it even EASIER and simpler by using a few of my favorites! This post is sponsored by OXO, all opinions and recipe are my own. HOW ...
Cranberry Cider
I make this hot spiced cranberry cider every year. It's perfect for the cooler months. Delicious cranberry juice, sweet apple juice, brown sugar, cloves and cinnamon. It's so easy but taste so gourmet no one would believe how simple it is. WAYS TO MAKE SPICED CRANBERRY CIDER You can make this a few different ways. The key is to make sure the spices are infused into the juices. simmer on the stove-top slow-cooker pressure cooker MATERIALS NEEDED TO MAKE CRANBERRY CIDER You ...
Lime Slushie
This is possibly the easiest best crowd pleaser ever! Every time I make this lime slushie its devoured so quickly. Lemon-limey without being too tart, perfect sweetness and, of course, the best part, icee slushie-ness. It's perfect for all holidays, parties, BBQ's and get togethers. WHAT IS A SLUSHIE? A slushie is similar to flavored ice- and not just ice cubes, more like snow cone ice. In this drink it has a snow-cone ice + carbonated drink paired with it. WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I ...
Everything You Need For A Delicious Thanksgiving
Are you still deciding on a menu for Thursday? We are here to help! We have you covered from the appetizers, the turkey, thru the sides, and on to the desserts. Here is a list of our very favorite Thanksgiving recipes. The Appetizers Ranch Cheeseball Classic. Delicious. Easy. Loved by all. You can't go wrong with this guy. Serve it up with crackers, and meats for an appetizer to please the crowds. Cranberry Salsa This sweet and savory dip will knock your socks off. Tangy ...
Thanksgiving Shopping List For Your Kitchen
The holidays are upon us, and we want to make sure you have all of the necessary gadgets to pull off the next few months without a hitch. Our Thanksgiving Shopping List For Your Kitchen will highlight 10 items you need to make all of your cooking dreams come true! 1. Thermoworks Thermometer When it comes to cooking a turkey, chicken, or ham - you absolutely, positively need a good thermometer. We love Thermoworks because they reads the temperature in 2-3 seconds, they are incredibly ...
World's Best Potato Soup
Salty ham, creamy potatoes, hearty veggies, and a savory cream base come together in this easy World's Best Potato Soup. Whip this up in your pressure cooker for a meal made in minutes. What Is World's Best Potato Soup? I got this recipe from a friend years ago. She gifted cute soup bowls to all of us girls for Christmas along with her favorite soup recipes. Included in those recipes was this potato and ham soup. The recipe card was titled "The Best Potato Soup You've Ever Had." ...
Smoked Chili
It's CHILI SEASON! Hallelujah. I really love a good chili- ALL CHILI'S. We've taken chili up a notch and SMOKED this bad boy. That's right, SMOKED CHILI with bacon and all the goods. Don't worry, if you don't have a smoker I'm giving you some tips and tricks on how to make it a smokey chili without a smoker. WHAT INGREDIENTS FOR THE BEST SMOKED CHILI 2 LB's ground chuck chili beans and canned diced tomatoes jalapeno (or can substitute with green bell pepper) cooked bacon ...
Smoked White Shells and Cheese
We've taken it up a notch with creamy gouda, sharp white cheddar, salty parmesan, smooth mozzarella, and cream cheese combined in this decadent Smoked White Shells and Cheese. Start this recipe on the stove top and finish on the smoker for a deep and rich smokey flavor. Topped with bacon for a salty bite, this is not your mama's mac and cheese. What Is Smoked White Shells and Cheese? Smoked White Shells and Cheese is a twist on the classic macaroni and cheese dish. We've swapped shell pasta ...
Smac n Cheese
The BIG DADDY of mac and cheeses!! This has aged cheeses, little bit of heat, salty bacon, crunchy bread crumbs and a salty bacon. This Smac n cheese is the ultimate mac n cheese! Inspired by one of our favorite restaurants in LA the Nickel Diner, I know your whole family will love this dish. INGREDIENTS FOR SMAC N CHEESE These are some of the key ingredients are what make this mac n cheese different. Special and DELICIOUS! 4 cheeses- Gruyere, Sharp Cheddar cheese, Pepper Jack and ...
Three Cheese Mac and Cheese
Creamy American cheese, sharp cheddar, and smooth mozzarella come together in this Three Cheese Mac and Cheese. This ultimate comfort food dish is simple to make with fail-proof results. Perfect for a potluck or bbq. What Makes Three Cheese Mac and Cheese Different? About ten years ago I went on the hunt for the PERFECT macaroni and cheese. I didn't want to hassle with making a white sauce or buying fancy ingredients. I wanted something tasty and simple and when I came across this recipe ...
Instant Pot Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe
This Instant Pot Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe will be your new weeknight favorite! Made in minutes, this sweet and tangy chicken pairs perfectly with rice or potatoes, and a green veggie. This post was developed in partnership with BRIANNAS. All opinions are my own. What Is Honey Mustard Chicken? Honey mustard chicken is just what it sounds like - it is chicken coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce. For this recipe we use a shortcut, by using salad dressing as the base. What ...
Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu
This is definitely one of my favorite, go-to chicken dinner recipes. My kids love it, my husband loves it, my friends all ADORE it, and I LOVE it. It's not only delicious, but EASY and fast. I'm showing you step-by-step how to make a gourmet chicken cordon bleu (with a homemade cream sauce) roll up, with no hammering out any meat, in just minutes. WHAT DO I NEED TO MAKE CHICKEN CORDON BLEU For the rolling-of-the-chicken you will need: SWISS CHEESE HAM (or try pre-cooked bacon! its ...
Smothered Chicken & Rice (For Your Pressure Cooker or Slow Cooker)
This is the EASIEST pressure cooker or slow cooker recipe you will ever make. This homey, hearty, Smothered Chicken and Rice only requires a few ingredients and is the ultimate comfort food for fall. What Is Smothered Chicken and Rice? This chicken recipe is the world's EASIEST slow cooker or pressure cooker recipe. I'm not lying. And...it's delicious. We all have those so-busy-I-want-to-pull-my-hair-out days, and this recipe is for just those occasions. You'll come home to a homey, ...
The BEST Texas Sheet Cake Recipe
This is the Texas sheet cake I grew up on, and it is TIMELESS and perfect! Fluffy, chocolatey, moist and just the right amount of frosting. Better yet- it's easy, fast, and feeds a ton! What else could you ask for? Basically, this texas sheet cake recipe will never disappoint. WHY DO IS IT CALLED TEXAS SHEET CAKE? You've heard the saying "everything is bigger in texas" right? So since this cake is enormous it hence was named texas sheet cake. WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED TO MAKE TEXAS SHEET ...
Smoked Pork Tenderloin with Chimichurri
Imagine the most tender, flavorful juicy pork in your life smoked to perfection in under 30 minutes! This meal has legit become my favorite meal this year. It's impressive to cook for friends and family and simple enough for a quick busy weeknight dinner! This smoked pork tenderloin with a homemade chimichurri recipe will change your life. This post is sponsored by BRIANNAS, all recipes and opinions are our own. e STEP ONE : MAKE YOUR CHIMICHURRI What is chimichurri? Chimichurri comes ...
Risoni Risotto
Creamy, delicious italian inspired gluten-free risotto made from Explore Cusine's risoni. Made with chickpea Risoni, sun dried tomatoes, basil, artichoke and fresh parmesan cheese! It's a meal that feels so gourmet. This post is sponsored by Explore Cuisine, recipe and opinions are my own. WHAT IS RISOTTO? Risotto is an Italian dish made with rice, pasta (or today I'm using Risoni). It's cooked with broth, spices, even your choice of meat to create a creamy, savory dish. INGREDIENTS ...
Greek Quinoa Chicken Bowl Recipe
Fluffy quinoa topped with savory marinated chicken, crisp cucumber, tangy mango and tomato, salty olives, and smooth feta cheese. This Greek quinoa chicken bowl recipe will be your new summertime favorite. This post was sponsored by BRIANNAS. All opinions are my own. What Do I Need To Make This Chicken Bowl Recipe? You'll need to put the following on your grocery list: quinoa avocado oil chicken broth BRIANNAS Organic Mango Vinaigrette chicken breast cucumber cherry ...