Cardamom-Spiced Carrot Cake with Ginger Marshmallow Frosting – this simple carrot cake recipe is made in a sheet pan. Perfectly spiced, super moist and topped with luxurious ginger marshmallow frosting. Great dessert to serve for spring, any special occasion, or Easter!  If you’ve been a long time reader of The Curious Plate you know that I am not the best baker.  In fact, I’ll admit to sporting a black yeast thumb. I’m a savory girl through and through.  However, if I am going to bake a dessert I definitely lean towards team cake. A few tried and true recipes ..read more

Over 29 Easy St. Patrick’s Day Recipes are a collection of simple and delicious recipes to make in your kitchen! From festive spring cocktails to scrumptious dinners to indulgent desserts. This round-up of recipes will get you into the Irish spirit! St. Patrick’s Day doesn’t need to be complicated. I’m a big believer in doing what makes you feel good on March 17th. Whether that’s baking some Beer Cheese Bread, wearing your favorite green t-shirt, drinking said green beer, making Corned Beef in the slow cooker, or devouring some Dark Chocolate Guinness Cups. St. Patrick’s Day is ..read more

Creole Shrimp and Polenta is an easy comfort-food meal that’s packed with Southern flavor. Made with sauteed shrimp, vegetables, and creamy polenta. Ready in 30 minutes or less!  If you’ve been a long time reader of The Curious Plate it probably comes to no surprise that I’m a HUGE fan of Southern food.  A few of my favorite dishes: Baked Cajun Salmon, Garlic Cajun Tacos, Cajun Chili Stroganoff, Slow Cooker Shrimp Creole, and this Creole Shrimp and Polenta. True story: I actually came up with this dish playing a “Whatcha got in the fridge” for dinner one night. The go ..read more

41 Popular Recipes to Cook in March is a collection of healthy, seasonal recipes from spring-themed dinners to vegetable sides to St.Paddy’s Day approved meals to easy game day snacks for March Madness. This round-up is chock-full of delicious recipes that are perfect to make in March! Howdy, March!  I’m so glad you are here.  Not only are the days getting longer, but we have much to celebrate with St. Paddy’s Day, Easter, and all the spring produce!  Well, below is a collection of delicious, seasonal recipes that are sure to capture the essence of spring. We’ve ..read more

Slow Cooker Shredded Pot Roast Sandwiches are a delicious and tasty slow cooker recipe that is perfect as an easy weeknight meal, game day, or Sunday dinner. Slow cooked beef with pepperoncini peppers, oregano, basil, thyme, Worcestershire sauce that gets shredded, then topped with provolone cheese and served on sandwich rolls for a satisfying meal. Growing up, we always had pot roast for dinner at least once a week. The beauty of the set-it and forget-it art was not lost on mother. In fact, some of our most coveted recipes on The Curious Plate are inspired by using boneless be ..read more

Easy Valentine’s Day Recipes to Make at Home are a collection of simple and delicious recipes to make in your kitchen with someone you love! From cozy breakfasts in bed to scrumptious dinners to indulgent desserts. This round-up of recipes will make anyone want to be your Valentine! Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be complicated. I’m a big believer in doing what makes you feel good on February 14th. Whether that’s through a warm bubble bath, sipping a glass of your favorite pinot noir, giving your dog a homemade Valentine Day cookie, ordering a cheese pizza for dinner, or makin ..read more

Over 35 Ultimate Game Day Recipes is a collection of simple recipes to make for game day! From scrumptious, cheesy dips to finger-licking appetizers to delicious dinner mains to indulgent, festive desserts. These game day recipes are fun, easy to make, and crowd pleasing! The BIG GAME is approaching. Are you armed and ready? Well, just in case, I’ve rounded-up over 35 Ultimate Game Day Recipes that are sure to be at hit. Start with my personal favorite – appetizers. Take a quick dip in the dip section. Hop on over to the delicious dinner mains and don’t forget to wash ..read more

Champagne Rice Krispie Treats- traditional rice krispie treats just got better with the addition of champagne and you only need 6 ingredients! Champagne lovers are going to go crazy over these gooey, marshmallow cereal bars! Sweet, salty, and delicious!  Ok, where are my champagne lovers at?  Champagne is typically reserved for sipping and enjoying on special occasions. BUT! I say, why not have champagne on a random Wednesday for breakfast, lunch, or dinner?  Okay, okay. Maybe not an actual glass of champagne. I was thinking more of incorporating champagne into a ..read more

45 Popular Recipes to Cook in February is a collection of healthy, seasonal recipes from cozy breakfast meals to winter libations to cauliflower & sweet potato themed dishes to date night in decadent dinners. This round-up is chock-full of delicious recipes that are perfect to make all February! Hey, hey, February. You are my favorite. Not only is it my birthday month, but it’s also the month of LOVE and getting back to real food. And by real food I mean all the Super Bowl snacks, and more snacks! Well, below is a collection of delicious, seasonal recipes that are sure to c ..read more

Chocolate Loaf Cake with Cherry Frosting – this simple chocolate cake recipe is a delight to make for any occasion. Use homemade or store-bought cake mix and top with a festive and delicious cherry frosting! You’ll satisfy those chocolate cravings in no time! Chocolate cake is our go-to family dessert. I’ve made a handful of chocolate cakes over the years like Heart-Shaped Chocolate Cake, Ultimate Dark Chocolate Cake, Ultimate Chocolate Sheet Cake, Reese’s Puffs Chocolate Cake and now this easy Chocolate Loaf Cake with Cherry Frosting. I’m a firm believer that you can eat ..read more