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I love making this classic Southern buttermilk pie because it’s so easy to make. You don’t need any special equipment and you might even have all the ingredients already! You simply whisk together a simple custard filling, pour it into a homemade or store-bought pie crust, and bake for an hour! It doesn’t get easier than this. It’s the perfect pie for beginners. If you want another easy pie recipe, then try my chocolate chess pie recipe, cherry pie recipe, or apple cranberry pie recipe....

Can’t stop… Won’t stop. These ranch roasted potatoes are making me crazy. They have my heart ♥ You guys. I can’t stop making potatoes or eating them. And up until recently I didn’t even really like them. Help. I’m becoming a potato addict and all I want to do is shovel these roasted potato bites in my mouth. By the dozen. Must…eat.. more.. potatoes! Okay, so maybe i’ve become a potato fiend lately because i’m a wittttttle bit stressed at the moment....

If you like this casserole recipe, try our French Chicken Casserole a la Normande! No matter the weather, there is always room for a creamy chicken dish, isn’t there?! Anyone who follows my recipes knows that I can’t get enough creamy chicken dishes, and fortunately neither can my family, or my readers! They are always popular, and it’s not hard to see why. With chicken you have a cheap and readily available meat....

A FEW TIPS You’ll know the chicken breasts are done once they reach an internal temp of 165F. Grilling the chicken will add even more flavor, just don’t let it dry out! Add some jalapeños to the onions before pickling them for an extra kick. I love the creaminess of fresh mozzarella but feel free to use your favorite cheese, I’m trying an aged gouda next time! For more a peppery kick try mixing in some arugula with the basil....

These cookies are always a crowd-pleaser. Whenever I make a batch for a bake sale, potluck, or picnics, everyone reaches for a second and third cookie, before asking for the recipe! I can bet your cookies will disappear fast once you’ve pulled them from the oven. Want more easy cookie recipes? Make sure to check out my Double Chocolate Chip Cookies, Butter Cookies, and Easy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies!...

My family loves bread and anytime I have a baking theme going on in my blog calendar, everyone gets very excited to try new bakes. This month, though, I am recreating many of the past bakes I have made. One such favorite is this Bialys recipe. I made 8 Bialys and proudly (or shamelessly) have to mention that we ate all 8 on the same day of baking them. We each had one as an evening snack, saying that we are tasting how the Bialy came out, and then ate the other 4 for dinner along with pasta and homemade oven-roasted tomato sauce....

What You Need to Make This Recipe Flour — all-purpose flour is perfect for this cranberry and orange bread. Since cranberries are heavy, you want to use a sturdy flour. Baking powder — to help lift your bread, you’ll need baking powder. Make sure the baking powder is fresh and hasn’t expired. Milk — I recommend using milk instead of water for more flavor. Milk also adds sweetness and a creamy texture to the bread....

Potsticcckkkers! The most delicious little nuggets of goodness that are all crispy on the outside and filled with a quick and easy ground chicken filling. These potstickers are pan-fried for a couple of minutes to develop a little color and then steamed in a little water to help them cook all the way through. I’m serving them up with my 3-ingredient dipping sauce that’s a little spicy and a big on flavor....

Fan of tofu? Check out Hoisin Glazed Crispy Tofu! This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase through our links, we may earn a commission. Although it took me a while to get into tofu, I’ve recently had a lot of fun playing around with different ways of cooking with it. With a subtle taste of its own but the ability to soak up all sorts of flavours, there are a million ways to turn it into a great meal or intriguing snack....

published Sep 19, 2022, updated Feb 10, 2023 Potato pakora, also known as aloo pakora, is a spiced Indian potato fritter with a fluffy potato center and crisp, baked exterior. It’s a wildly popular street food and appetizer, loved for its mild heat and tender texture. Peppers, onions, and potatoes are seasoned with a variety of common Indian herbs and spices, including coriander and cumin, chaat masala, turmeric, and chili powder....

Love simple recipes like this one? Then try my Black Bean and Corn Salsa and my California Grilled Cheese! Avocado Salad with Cucumbers and Tomatoes There’s no recipe more quintessential for summertime and warm weather than this vibrant and refreshing Cucumber Avocado Salad. Packed with fresh veggies like avocado, juicy red tomatoes, red onion, and English cucumbers, then tossed in a light lemon vinaigrette, this is going to be your new favorite salad or side dish!...

Dry Garlic Chutney Powder is a recipe you need to try if you are fan of garlic. My boys love garlic and when I saw the recipe on Jayashree’s space, I could not wait to try it. I am a part of a Facebook group called the Food Blogger Recipe Swap, where we are paired with other food bloggers and get to recreate their recipe. This helps us learn new recipes from bloggers in the different part of the world and also help make some friends....

While this recipe may seem complicated, I promise you it isn’t! The hardest part is being patient while waiting for the dough to rise. Watch everyone’s faces light up when you pull a tray of these cinnamon rolls with dulce de leche out from the oven. They make for the perfect mid-day snack or dessert as well. Want another breakfast favorite? Try my classic cinnamon rolls recipe, blueberry coffee cake recipe, or chocolate chip scones recipe....

Easy Beef Recipes the Whole Family Will Love Busy weeknights shouldn’t end with complicated dinner recipes, that’s why these super easy beef recipes are going to become your new go-to meals. Most of these recipes can be make within 30 minutes, or can be thrown into a slow cooker or instant pot if you’re looking for something that’s a little more hands off. I’ve made sure to include lot’s of different cuts of meat....

If you like making classic takeout recipes at home, then you’ve got to try my Easy Beef Fried Rice and my Authentic Chicken Lo Mein! Why You’ll Love This Recipe This Sesame Beef Stir Fry is AMAZING and so simple. Marinate the beef overnight and you have a quick and easy meal to throw together the next day. This dish is just like the Sesame Beef you get at a takeout restaurant except it’s even better AND healthier....

I absolutely adore french toast! Do you? But up until recently I had never tried eggnog before. Gasp. I know, right? It’s just never occurred to me to give it a try. It always looks so thick and goopy gloppy. What’s worse is when you ask someone to describe it to you. They never make it sound very appealing. And I think the people that love eggnog vs. hate dislike eggnog is a pretty even split....

Choosing to make Farro Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette for the alphabet F, was the easiest for me yet in this series. I love the texture of the farro and have been waiting a long time to use it in a dish that I know I would love. What is Farro? Talking about Farro, I have to mention how I was first introduced to it. A few years back, I attended a Vegetarian meet at our local library back in NY and there they bought some whole grains for us to taste....

Looking for more grab and go breakfasts? Then try my Peanut Butter Oatmeal Smoothie! Flourless Morning Glory Muffins Ever since I published my Flourless Peanut Butter Banana Muffins and my Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins I have been looking to make more gluten free muffin recipes! These gluten free morning glory muffins are a cross between a carrot cake and baked oatmeal. They are crisp around the edges with a soft and fluffy middle....

homemade french toast sticks These Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Sticks are my absolute favorite breakfast treat. They taste more like dessert than breakfast. Thick slices of Texas toast get dipped in an egg custard mixture, then are pan-fried until crisp and caramelized on the outside. The inside stays soft and fluffy and melts in your mouth. After cooking they are immediately tossed in cinnamon and sugar while they are still hot....

Quick and Easy Summery Fresh Mango Salsa Mango season is here, and while I usually enjoy it in sweet dishes (like mango tart, a mango smoothie, or coconut mango rice), did you know it’s the perfect ingredient for whipping up one of the best summer salsa recipes?! This fresh mango salsa recipe (like a mango Pico de Gallo) is simple, fresh, and tastes like summer. Plus, you only need 7 ingredients (plus salt and pepper) and a few minutes to pull it together....