I love compound butters (a compound butter is simply butter, with spices or some type of flavorings, often from herbs or fruits, mixed into it). They’re such an easy way to elevate so many things. We love a pat of flavored butter on a steak fresh off the grill- it melts into the meat creating ..read more

I love a salad that combines greens and grain. They’re hearty and filling and make a great one-stop side dish to a meal, and are easy to turn into a main dish as well. This summer salad combines chewy farro with flavorful arugula, fresh peaches and blackberries, and creamy mozzarella pearls. I’ve added chopped avocado ..read more

Since living in Brazil in my 20’s, I like to say that I loved açaí before it was cool! This Amazonian berry has gained popularity around the globe in recent years not only from its fresh unique flavor, but also because it’s loaded with antioxidants and touted be a superfood with a lot of health benefits ..read more

Chances are when you think of yogurt parfaits, you imagine simple little jars layered with yogurt, berries, and granola. This recipe shows you how to elevate that classic combo into something much more filling and nourishing, that’s also gorgeous to look at! These yogurt parfait bowls are elegant and worthy of a special occasion gathering. ... The post Yogurt Parfait Bowls appeared first on Our Best Bites ..read more

Once I started smoking my ham like I’m going to show you in this recipe, I have literally never bought one of those spiral cut hams with the sauce packet, again. Smoked pulled ham might ruin all other ham for you. This is not a spiral cut ham (make sure to read my ingredient notes, ... The post Smoked Pulled Ham appeared first on Our Best Bites ..read more

My husband and I both spent time living in different parts of Brazil during our college years doing mission service work for our church. My Father and several other family members did as well, so we speak Portuguese and love Brazilian culture, people, and food! Many people assume Brazilian food is the same as other ... The post Brazilian Inspired Recipes appeared first on Our Best Bites ..read more

Decadent, delicious breakfasts don’t get much better than this! These chocolate waffles are studded with little pieces of chocolate that get warm and melted in the waffle iron. Topped with an easy fresh berry sauce and a dollop of whipped cream, these are fun and delicious! If chocolate for breakfast isn’t your thing, try serving ... The post Double Chocolate Waffles With Berry Sauce appeared first on Our Best Bites ..read more

These Swedish meatballs are featured in the second Our Best Bites Cookbook, Savoring the Seasons. It’s routinely mentioned as a favorite from readers and I wanted it to have a space on the website so more of you can enjoy it! These Swedish meatballs are tender, with a combination of both beef and pork, and ... The post Swedish Meatballs appeared first on Our Best Bites ..read more

Tortellini Pasta Salad is easily customizable with endless options for veggie add-ins! This salad starts with cooked tortellini- which you can find fresh, dry, or frozen, incorporates some fresh flavorful vegetables, and is tossed together with a tangy and flavorful Ground Mustard and Garlic Vinaigrette. The homemade dressing really elevates the flavor profile, making this ... The post Tortellini Pasta Salad with Ground Mustard Vinaigrette appeared first on Our Best Bites ..read more

This go-to recipe for chicken noodle soup has been a favorite for years, and also hiding in plain sight on Our Best Bites. It’s a very slight riff on the base to this popular Chicken and Dumplings recipe, but when you swap out the dumplings for noodles, it’s the most amazing Chicken Noodle Soup! The ... The post Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup appeared first on Our Best Bites ..read more