Serve with rye bread for an authentic taste of Eastern Europe. You are probably familiar with pierogi, the famous Polish dumplings. The thing is the cuisines of Eastern European countries are filled with all types of dumplings. Some are plain and doughy and others are filled with all kinds of delicious stuff. Ukrainian vareniki usually have a vegetarian fillings like potatoes, cheese or blueberries. Russian Pelmeni dumplings are stuffed with a mixture of beef, pork and onions....

It’s low carb Monday! Okay, I know that’s not really a thing, but I’m so gosh darn excited to tell you about my homemade Philly Cheesesteak stuffed peppers! All the things you love about a traditional Philly cheesesteak, minus the bun. And if you’re one of those people that like Philly Cheesesteak with Cheez Whiz, I apologize now, because there’s none to be found in this recipe. What you will find though is lots of melty, gooey cheese, perfectly seasoned strips of steak and of course, onions, peppers, and all the garlic your heart desires....

If you love all things pumpkin, take a look at my quick Spiced Pumpkin Mug Cake. Ready in 3 minutes! It’s difficult not to get excited with so many holidays right around the corner and I am in full planning mode. You might find it a bit early but I am already dreaming up my holiday table, laughs and conversations included. Although I’ve already made a pumpkin pie this year my family is not satisfied with just one....

Even better, this pumpkin pie recipe is very straightforward. All you have to do is prepare the crust, whisk together the filling ingredients, and pour it into the partially baked pie crust. It also keeps well, so you can make it ahead of time to make preparing for the holidays stress-free. Want another pumpkin-filled dessert recipe that everyone will love? Try my pumpkin whoopie pies recipe, pumpkin cake recipe, or pumpkin bars recipe....

I cannot get enough of Mexican flavours; chilli, fresh lime, juicy tomato, cilantro and tequila! My dream menu looks like this: queso fundido con chorizo with crunchy tortilla chips, followed by a chicken fajita bowl, accompanied by a cool smoky blood orange margarita. What’s yours? Queso fundido con chorizo Unmistakably Mexican, it’s a melted cheese and chorizo dip, that originated around campfires and was made to share. The cheese was left to melt in a pot over the fire and then spread on soft flour tortillas, keeping everyone warm and satisfied for their night under the stars....

Rich, delicious and an absolute must-have to serve with bangers and mash or roast pork. Gravy always seems like an afterthought. Something we whip up quickly right before serving a giant roast dinner. That attitude might indicate that gravy is not very important while the truth is gravy MAKES a meal. I am so excited to share another gravy recipe. And this time I am adding mounds of red onions and apple cider for the most epic gravy ever!...

What You Need to Make this Recipe Egg whites — when separating the eggs, make sure you don’t get any yolk mixed in with the white. If you get yolk into the whites, it’ll prevent it from whipping up into fluffy whites. Try to use fresh eggs as they will whip up quicker and be more stable than older eggs. I recommend using pasteurized raw eggs if you’re concerned about the use of egg whites....

If you think only restaurants can pull off the beautifully caramelized crust on the scallops and the mouthwatering garlic butter sauce, then you’re in for a treat! Seared scallops are super simple to make at home once you get the hang of it. There’s no need to be intimidated. This post will walk you through the steps for perfectly seared scallops every time. If you want another easy scallop recipe, then try my bacon wrapped scallops recipe or sauteed scallops recipe!...

What you WON’T find in this homemade tomato soup is a bunch of cream or sugar. I haven’t been able to get this creamy, luxurious, sweet, and comforting soup out of my mind for weeks. Tomatoes are still hanging around my farmers market, and I’m taking advantage! I can’t wait to make tons of salads, soups, and other goodies with them before we go into the deep freeze of winter....

From a luscious cheesecake to low-fat muffins. That’s how I roll. Brad and I have been so good following our diet and I can’t wait to see the results. But I guess we are not suffering too much when muffins like these are in the picture, right? How can I make muffins healthier? You are probably wondering, how in the world can you make muffins aka “cakes” healthy. Well, you can’t exactly turn a muffin into a health food but you can make it much better for you....

Make a batch of easy crockpot chili to enjoy throughout the week or freeze servings for quick weeknight meals. Serve up bowls for dinner family-style, and have everyone add their favorite toppings! For more hearty soup recipes, try my turkey chili recipe, white chicken chili recipe, or chicken tortilla soup recipe. What You Need to Make This Recipe Beef – use a good quality ground beef for the richest flavor....

Schezwan or Szechuan sauce can be easily found in the stores but the flavor of freshly made sauce is much more delicious. I have made a quick and easy sauce here to make along with a mix of vegetables and rice. The most interesting part of this fried rice recipe is the Schezwan sauce. I used the Guajillo Chili which is a mild chili pepper used widely in Mexican cuisine....

If you love bright and flavorful cocktails, then you need to try my Classic Red Wine Sangria and my Easy Mint Mojito! Why You’ll Love This Recipe Even though summer is officially over I still like to drink lemonade year round. It is crisp, light, and refreshing. There is nothing easier than making your own lemonade at home. Lemonade only requires 3 simple ingredients that you most likely will have on hand....

All you have to do is mix together the batter, then sprinkle strawberries throughout the baking dish, and into the oven it goes. The cobbler will come together by the time you’re done eating dinner. It’s perfect for when strawberries are in season, and you’ve got an abundance of them. Want another strawberry-filled recipe to help use up your fresh berries? Try my strawberry rhubarb pie, chocolate strawberry cake recipe, or strawberry shortcake recipe....

This is the best strawberry ice cream recipe because, unlike ice creams with a custard base that are made by cooking egg yolks, you can start churning this recipe without prechilling the base, saving valuable time and allowing you to enjoy it sooner. The chopped berries add sweetness and color to the ice cream, making it beautiful to serve alone or complemented with your favorite toppings. For more strawberry recipes, try my strawberry cheesecake, strawberry bread, or strawberry cobbler....

This certainly isn’t the broccoli salad you grew up eating! You know the one with all that bacon, mayo, and cheddar. The kind of broccoli salad that left you feeling quite the opposite of what one assumes they’ll feel when they eat something with that much broccoli in it. I imagine we all hold our heads up a little higher and bask in the afterglow of eating healthy food. Like the Seth Rogen meme....

Flavor overload! That’s how I like my summer salad recipes. And this peach salad is one for the books! Inspired by Sweet Green, I found myself ordering this peach goat cheese salad over and over again. Until I stopped and said, I can make this at home! It tastes like summer in a bowl with sweet ripe peaches, crispy cucumbers, herbs like mint and fresh basil, and tons of crunchy almonds....

Intimidated by spice? This honey sesame chicken is reassuringly sweet and there’s no marinade time. relieved exhale Chicken Szechuan style Szechuan cuisine is famed for its bold and pungent flavours. Dishes tend to be chilli-heavy and pepper-laden making them a taste sensation! This Chinese chicken recipe leans into it with whole dried chillies and ground Szechuan peppercorns. All sounding a bit too inferno? Breathe! Let me talk you through how this Szechuan chicken is also suitable for more reserved palates....

published Feb 03, 2023 If you are a fan of my Fudgy Tahini Brownies, you are definitely going to love today’s recipe for tahini chocolate bark. There is something so irresistible about the chocolate tahini combination, and today’s recipe is a great example of that. It’s definitely a match made in heaven! The toppings are a big part of the magic with this one. Dried dates add just the right amount of texture while sea salt makes the whole thing pop....

Thakkali rasam is an essential part of meals in every South Indian family. I am a big fan of rasam and I need it when I am making South Indian food. The rasam is so refreshing that some prefer to drink it as a soup and some eat it with the rice. I like to eat piping hot rasam saadham with a small dollop of ghee and a side of Appalam....