Think of the classic flavors of traditional Mexican street corn – creamy sour cream or Mexican crema drizzled on corn and sprinkled with cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and tajin seasoning plus a little hot sauce  – there is nothing better! Let’s combine it all in dip form to create your new favorite appetizer! What makes this the best street corn dip? There are tons of recipes out there for creamy Mexican street corn dip with plenty of similar ingredients so here is why ours is the best.  Fresh sweet corn – it is just that much better! Cut right off the cob and sauteed with garlic ..read more

Who doesn’t love meatballs? Everyone loves meatballs!  Let’s take a spin on a classic and pack them full of everyone’s favorite buffalo wing flavors – creamy blue cheese dressing, green onions, celery sticks, and a tangy hot sauce. These bite-sized delights are the perfect appetizer for football season and beyond! Let’s get into the details of what you will need to whip up these buffalo meatballs. Ground Chicken Lean ground chicken will serve as our meatball base in this great recipe. You will also need all of the components of traditional meatballs such as bread crumbs and eggs to help b ..read more

With your first sip, you are going to be blown away by the delicious flavor of this prickly pear margarita recipe! It officially feels like spring so let’s whip up this gorgeous cocktail with a bright pink hue! Prickly Pears. Prickly pears are also known as cactus pears and grow wild throughout the southwest and Mexico where they are often eaten as a fresh fruit. Their unique flavor can be compared to a melon or kiwi with a hint of bubble gum – how fun!  You can often find fresh prickly pears for sale at your local grocery store in the produce section and could make your own prickly pear ..read more

These delicious muffins are packed with an abundance of zucchini, dried cranberries, brown sugar, and warm spices. They are sure to be a huge hit with the entire family and always disappear quickly over here! Muffin 101 Nobody wants dry muffins. Nobody wants dense muffins. There are a few tips and tricks I like to use when baking muffins and find that when I do I always end up with the most fluffy, moist, consistent final product, and am happy to share them with you! Overmixing your batter will lead to dense, heavy muffins. I recommend combing all your dry ingredients and all your wet ingred ..read more

Rich flavors come together seamlessly in this comforting creamy soup. Rotisserie chicken simmers with Italian herbs, a classic mirepoix, fresh spinach, zucchini, and store-bought gnocchi to bring you one delicious and satisfying bowl of soup. Our surprise ingredient shows up in the form of sun-dried tomatoes bringing delicious depth and great flavor. You’ll get to serve a warm bowl of soup the entire family will love. The difference between chicken stock and chicken broth. Let’s dig a little deeper starting with the base of this particular chicken gnocchi soup recipe. I am a big fan of using ..read more

Baked Brie is an incredibly easy appetizer to pull together for any event. Brie cheese topped with a homemade cranberry sauce and colorful pistachios is next level on flavor and a total crowd-pleaser for all of your special occasions! A quick overview of brie cheese. This mild ooey-gooey French cheese is typically made from cow’s milk and has a rich buttery taste which makes it my favorite of all soft-ripened cheeses. Brie cheese can easily be found at your local grocery store in the deli area and is usually sold as a wedge of brie or a wheel of brie. For this simple recipe, we will be using ..read more

This creamy chicken Florentine recipe combines simple flavorful ingredients and comes together effortlessly. Fresh spinach simmers in a creamy sauce that deliciously coats your browned chicken cutlets and is sure to please a crowd. Here are the five main ingredients you will be using in this Florentine chicken: Chicken cutlets If your local grocery store does not have prepared cutlets for you to purchase you can simply use boneless skinless chicken breasts. Make sure to butterfly or evenly slice them in half so you are left with two pieces of chicken that are of even thickness. Heavy c ..read more

This elegant salad is bursting with different colors, juicy pears, toasted pepitas and savory shaved parmesan. A stunning addition for any dinner party or special occasion! Use your favorite greens When it comes to salads I often find myself pulling out the baby spinach. I love the versatility it offers and you can’t beat its shelf life compared to other greens such as a spring mix or red leaf lettuce. I love combining equal amounts of the baby spinach with arugula for this recipe to add a bit of a peppery taste. The options are endless though so feel free to use what you prefer. (more…) The ..read more

​If coffee and vodka had a baby, it would be named Espresso Martini. Fresh espresso, vodka, coffee liqueur, & sugar syrup make a sweet dessert cocktail with a foamy top. Perfect for coffee lovers and one of my all-time favorite cocktails! What you will need to make an espresso martini Vodka – Any kind will work, but I do recommend using a decent vodka. My favorite vodka is Ketel One, but Grey Goose and Absolut Vodka are great too! Fresh Espresso (cooled to room temp) – If you have an espresso machine, that will be your best bet. If not, stop by your local coffee shop and order a ..read more

I introduce to you, the star of the show for Thanksgiving dinner! This Homemade Sweet Potato Casserole recipe perfectly combines sweet potatoes, brown sugar, roasted pecans, and mini marshmallows to create a yummy dessert-like side that is sure to be a family favorite for every holiday. My kids go crazy for this casserole and it is easily one of our favorite Thanksgiving side dishes. Ingredients: Sweet potatoes: For this recipe, I used 5 medium-sized sweet potatoes. There are lots of different types of sweet potatoes and thankfully any of them work well in this dish! Orange and white swee ..read more