Here’s a fantastic, creamy, Boursin and tomato sauce that is baked in the oven. It’s a variation on the viral feta/tomato sauce, but I like Boursin much better than feta so that’s why I’m sharing this version. Just toss the sauce ingredients together in a casserole dish, pop it in the oven for about 30 minutes, and give it a stir with some freshly torn basil leaves. You won’t believe how good it is. I like to use it to top a bowls of perfectly cooked pasta or spoon it over grilled chicken breasts. Really yummy stuff - enjoy! I’ve made this sauce with a couple of different Boursin flavor ..read more

Homemade chicken noodle soup is a go-to in our home, but every now and then I like to really amp up the veggie content for an extra boost of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. If you have a mandolin slicer (or great knife skills), slice the carrots and celery thin to speed up the cooking process. Chicken Vegetable Soup makes 8-10 hearty servings Printable Recipe Ingredients 8 cups chicken stock (try my delicious homemade recipe) 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed 1 small zucchini, cut into small pieces 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen 1 cup ch ..read more

Do you have a hard time figuring out what to do with leftover cranberry sauce after the holidays? Cranberry Bars are the answer to your problem! Super simple and super yummy. Items used to make this recipe: (affiliate links) baking spray https://amzn.to/4gFUk8T nonstick foil https://amzn.to/42OOApZ flat parchment https://amzn.to/3ELsaf3 8x8 professional baking pan https://amzn.to/3WX0zOt Cranberry Bars makes a 8x8-inch baking pan Printable Recipe Ingredients For the filling: 1 to 1 1/2 cups leftover cranberry sauce (try my delicious recipe here) For the crumb crust and topp ..read more

It’s soup season and soup season makes me very happy. This particular soup is incredibly flavorful and gets two thumbs up from my family, despite being made from just a few simple ingredients. If you keep fresh tortellini in the fridge and precooked sausage in the freezer, you can have steaming bowls of hot soup ready as little as 20 minutes. Items used to make this recipe: (affiliate links) 6 quart stockpot https://amzn.to/3Di9OSg beef bone broth https://amzn.to/3ZMGVFk beef stock https://amzn.to/3P1DlSK cannellini beans https://amzn.to/3BzxO2W cheese-filled tortellini https ..read more

Legend has it, Caesar dressing was invented 100 yeas ago by an Italian immigrant living in Mexico. I have no idea if the story is true, but there’s good reason why the popularity of this dressing endures after all these years - everyone adores it. This version is super easy to make at home, and for those who are squeamish about eating raw egg yolks, none are required to make this recipe. Items used to make this recipe: (affiliate links) classic microplane grater https://amzn.to/3AUQARP anchovy paste https://amzn.to/3CEkieh Worcestershire sauce https://amzn.to/3YNVYy5 Caesar Dress ..read more

These Rolo Pretzel Turtles are a traditional holiday treat in our family. They’re so easy to make, I’m not kidding when I say the most difficult part is unwrapping the Rolo candies. Feel free to make them a couple of weeks in advance, and make plenty because they disappear fast. To make these rolo turtles, arrange pretzel squares on a parchment or silicone-lined half sheet pan and top each with an unwrapped rolo candy. Place in preheated oven following the recipe below. Gently press a pecan half onto each rolo, being careful not to press down too much. The caramel center of the rolos ..read more

It seems like every year there’s a new cranberry recipe that goes viral and this year’s recipe, candied cranberries, is a winner for sure! Not only are these tasty cranberry snowballs incredibly festive, they’re a feast for the senses. Outside, the crisp coating pops in your mouth, while inside, the soft centers burst with sweet juice. Wow, they’re completely addictive. I served them to a group of friends recently and they were such a hit. After receiving several requests for the recipe, I thought I should share it with you too. Enjoy! Items used to make this recipe: (affiliate links ..read more

How cute is this Snowman Cheeseball? Make him the tasty main attraction at your next holiday get-together. Sharp cheddar cheese, crisp bell peppers, a little jalapeño, and garlic are just a few of the yummy reasons why you should give him a try. Happy Holidays! Items used to make this recipe: (affiliate links) my favorite manual cheese shredder https://amzn.to/4iv9AHs baby corn on the cob https://amzn.to/4iqN0Qu Snowman Cheeseball makes enough to serve a crowd! Printable Recipe Ingredients 16 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 4 ounces (1 cup) shredded sharp white cheddar ch ..read more

I've shared before that I’m not really a fan of pumpkin pie, but I love me a good pumpkin roll! Don’t you? There’s just something about tender spirals of intoxicating pumpkin spice cake wrapped around a luscious creamy vanilla filling. Delicious, festive, and fun! Items needed to make this recipe: (affiliate links) jelly roll pan https://amzn.to/3Z2l1Og parchment paper https://amzn.to/4i6qFaw pure vanilla extract https://amzn.to/3Z3lwHM pure vanilla bean paste https://amzn.to/3CIGWCw baking spray https://amzn.to/4952KUR large offset spatula https://amzn.to/3Z2w7CS hand mixer ..read more

I enjoy a standard glazed ham as much as the next person, but a friend shared this wonderful Bee-Sting Glaze recipe with me and I don’t think I’ll ever go back. As the name implies, this glaze offers a little “sting” thanks to honey and a touch of cayenne pepper. But fear not, the heat is gentle. Even guests who are opposed to spicy foods will enjoy this tasty ham recipe. Items used to make this recipe: (affiliate links) microplane grater https://amzn.to/3UT4Scy honey https://amzn.to/3AVCUWJ disposable roasting pan https://amzn.to/3UUPjkN Bee-Sting Glazed Ham makes about 20 servin ..read more