One of the most popular takeout dishes, General Tso’s chicken is saucy, juicy, and exceptionally crispy! This signature Chinese takeout dish features deep fried chicken thigh pieces coated in a thick, sweet and spicy sauce. Toss that takeout menu because you’ve got yourself a winner with this recipe! I love making Chinese takeout fake-out recipes at home because when the craving hits and you are on a budget, the ability to make your favorite Chinese takeout classics at home is such a flex! Whenever we get the craving for Chinese takeout, I often make my partner’s favorite, crab rangoon, shri ..read more

This crowd-pleasing beef enchilada recipe is deeply robust in flavor and is Mexican comfort food right at home! Soft corn tortillas are filled with seasoned ground beef, two kinds of cheeses, and slathered with a rich homemade enchilada sauce! Beef Enchiladas Are A Real Flavor Fiesta Of course I had to make a beef version of my chicken enchiladas. Some days you might just be craving a heartier and beef version of enchiladas. This beef enchilada is made with nearly identical steps but the difference here is that we heavily season the ground beef with taco seasoning so it yields the utmost amou ..read more

This Biscoff banana bread is tender, moist, and full of banana flavor with notes of cinnamon, butterscotch, and caramel. Topped with crunchy Biscoff cookies, this loaf is sure to be enjoyed by all! My Biscoff Banana Bread’s Re-Entry Classic banana bread is always a great excuse to use up ripe bananas but banana Biscoff bread? There’s simply no debate! I originally posted this recipe June of 2012 and I’m not sure if anyone remembers that “long” ago, but Biscoff spread was all the rage back then. I remember that Biscoff cookies were so hard to come by and you would have to take a Delta flight j ..read more

Oyster mushroom tacos feature tender, earthy oyster mushrooms cooked in a flavorful spicy sauce then wrapped in a fluffy, soft tortilla for a satisfying vegetarian, plant-based meal! Taco’ing About Oyster Mushroom Tacos Using mushrooms as a replacement for meat has been on the rise for several years. It’s a great plant-based option for those that choose to have to a more plant-forward diet. Mushrooms themselves are meaty and even in regular meat dishes like bolognese, people have been known to put in 1 cup or so of finely chopped mushrooms to bulk up the dish. These oyster mushroom tacos are n ..read more

I have taken a deep dive into lions mane mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms already so the next mushroom we’ll be talking about are these beautiful oyster mushrooms! Most importantly, since I am a cooking website, I’ll be sharing how to cook oyster mushrooms as it seems like that is what most are interested in! You’ll be glad to know cooking oyster mushrooms isn’t as intimidating as it may seem and there are many different ways to cook oyster mushrooms that is both easy and flavorful. Alright, let’s dive in. What Are Oyster Mushrooms? Oyster mushrooms belong to the genus pleurotus ostr ..read more

These easy chicken enchiladas are truly their namesake. They make the best Mexican meal! Three simple ingredients rolled together and baked in a saucy red enchilada sauce and topped with loads of cheese definitely make this a weeknight favorite! Table of Contents Easy Chicken Enchiladas Bring the Fiesta Home How to Make Easy Chicken Enchiladas Homemade Chicken Enchiladas Recipe FAQs Easy Chicken Enchiladas Bring the Fiesta Home I have noticed that I tend to crave Mexican food a lot more in the cooler months than I do in the warmer months. It’s probably the spice and the spicier something ..read more

Skip the fillers of store-bought taco seasoning and make your own at home! It’s inexpensive, fresher, and you can make a ton and use it multiple times! Once you make taco seasoning at home, you won’t want to buy store-bought again. To have taco seasoning on hand at home at all times, you can use it to make One Pot Taco Spaghetti, Slow Cooker Chili, Taco Casserole, and so much more! Have you ever flipped over the taco seasoning package at the store? Let me save you the time and just tell you that it has a lot of fillers and if you are one with any sort of dietary sensitivities, it’s something ..read more

A simple burger seasoning like this one can add a lot of depth to your burgers without needing to be fancy with a store-bought blend. The spices in this seasoning are likely already in your spice cabinet and this budget-friendly seasoning is the perfect addition to your beef burgers! Beyond salt and pepper, I enjoy using this simple homemade burger seasoning when I’m grilling burgers. It takes seconds to make and you can easily double or triple this seasoning recipe and store it for use multiple times during grilling season! It’s a budget-friendly approach (seasoning blends have gotten price ..read more

Looking for that perfect seasoning blend for seafood? You’ve found it here with this seafood seasoning! The perfect blend of smokey, savory, and aromatic. What Is Seafood Seasoning? Seafood seasoning is the perfect blend of numerous spices combined to give the ultimate seasoning for fish and other seafood! It’s smokey, savory, and very aromatic to bring a punch of flavor to mild flavors of seafood. Truthfully, it’s not just for fish and seafood. I’ve used this seafood seasoning on roasted and grilled vegetables and it’s really tasty! It’s similar to Cajun seasoning (but without the spice) and ..read more

Twice Baked Potatoes are the perfect party appetizer! Baked potatoes are halved, scooped, and baked again with the very best cheesy mashed potato filling. Add whatever toppings you like best – extra bacon for me, please! Whether it’s game day, a potluck or just a gathering with friends and drinks, these twice baked potatoes always fly off the plate! I mean really, who can resist a perfectly tender baked potato with crispy, salty skin that’s piled high with cheesy mashed potatoes? These bad boys are so easy to whip up with just 10 minutes of prep and a handful of simple, budget friendly ingre ..read more