Cilantro Lime Rice made in the Instant Pot is quick, flavorful, and ready in minutes! I’m going to blame Chipotle for this one, but any time I think of having rice paired with fajitas, burritos, or tacos, it is ALWAYS cilantro lime rice. Chipotle may not have come up with the classic combo of ingredients, but I’m fairly certain it was at Chipotle that I tried it first and fell in love. This version of cilantro lime rice is made in the Instant Pot and is so quick and convenient! You’ll end up with fluffy cilantro and lime infused rice with minimal effort and time. Enjoy! Pin this now to save ..read more

This Toasted Cheese Ravioli recipe features cheese ravioli that are lightly breaded then fried until crispy! Serve with a side of marinara and ranch for the perfect appetizer! There’s something about toasted cheese ravioli that is absolutely irresistible. The combination of the crispy coating with the tender pasta and the gooey melted cheese in the middle is just perfection. This Italian-American for Fried Cheese Ravioli is so satisfying and delicious! Toasted Cheese Ravioli Ingredients Only a few ingredients are needed to make Toasted Cheese Ravioli: Ravioli – start with 1 pound cheese ravio ..read more

The best steak fajitas start with a simple fajita marinade made with orange juice, olive oil, and a few seasonings. Perfect for grilling season! Steak Fajitas never fail to impress whether I am making dinner for my son, or having family or friends over for dinner. Incredible fajitas start with a simple marinade and the best part is that the marinade doesn’t need to sit for hours to work its magic! You’ll only need to allow the steak to marinate for 30-60 minutes for incredible flavor! Pin this now to save it for later Prepare to elevate your fajita game to new heights with my tantalizing st ..read more

The Best High Protein Smoothie recipe that actually tastes good with 39 grams of protein and only 4 ingredients! In this recipe I share my secret for how to make a vanilla protein powder smoothie that actually tastes good and isn’t foamy! Over the last four years, I’ve lost a fair amount of weight and one habit that really helped me along the way was to incorporate more protein into my diet. I have always loved smoothies, but I haven’t always loved smoothies made with protein powder because they tend to get foamy and fluffy I didn’t enjoy the consistency. And THEN… I discovered the trick to ma ..read more

Try this Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing recipe once and you will never go back to the bottled or mix packet again! Ranch dressing is easy to make and perfect for salads, dipping, and even marinating! Everybody has their favorite salad dressing that they turn to time after time and for me, it has always been ranch dressing. I grew up with Wishbone Ranch Dressing before discovering later on that I like Hidden Valley Ranch Way better, before discovering that homemade ranch dressing blows both of those out of the water! I tried homemade ranch dressing once and decided the bottle in the fridge ..read more

Easy Baked Meatballs and Pasta features perfectly seasoned meatballs baked to golden perfection served alongside pasta smothered in sauce. The entire meal is ready in under 30 minutes! As a mom, I have a list of go-to dinner ideas that I turn to when I need an easy dinner to make that I know, without question, my son will like. Today’s recipe for baked meatballs and pasta is one of them! I start out by boiling a pot of water for the pasta to cook. Next, I prepare this quick and easy recipe for baked meatballs. While the meatballs cook, I simmer a jar of store-bought sauce on the stove. If I’m ..read more

Looking for the perfect no-bake cheesecake recipe with an Oreo crust? This is it! You are going to love this cherry cheesecake dessert recipe featuring a decadent cream cheese filling topped with cherry pie filling. Not only is it so easy to make, it’s no-bake and SO good! Years ago, when the Chocolate Lasagna recipe I posted went viral, I realized how much everyone loves both chocolate and layered desserts! I kept those two things in mind when I came up with this incredible no-bake cheesecake dessert. I call it Chocolate Cherry Dream or no-bake cheesecake but you can call it whatever you’d li ..read more

Frozen Strawberry Lemonade is a refreshing beverage made with just a few simple ingredients. Serve with a slice of lemon or a whole strawberry to garnish the perfect summer drink! As the sun inches higher in the sky and the temperature starts to climb, there’s nothing like a refreshing glass of lemonade to quench your thirst. Does it even feel like summer until you’ve had a class of my Perfect Homemade Lemonade? While I love a glass of homemade lemonade, I also love a blended, fruity, beautiful frozen drink that’s simple, refreshing and delicious. This Frozen Strawberry Lemonade tastes like su ..read more

This easy taco pinwheels recipe is made with ground beef with a creamy cheesy layer rolled up in flour tortillas and cut into pinwheels. Top with sour cream, olives, homemade guacamole, sour cream, or any of your favorite taco toppings! Take your taco Tuesday (or any day) to the next level with these crispy taco pinwheels! Made with all of your favorite parts of a taco, these bite-sized pinwheels are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or meal. Pin this now to save it for later We have something taco-related weekly at our house and these taco pinwheels have become a meal I’ve turned to often. S ..read more

A simple lemon vinaigrette dressing made with fresh lemon juice is bright and tangy with just a hint of creamy! It complements of a variety of salads but also pairs well with grilled vegetables, chicken and seafood. For the longest time, I was convinced that it was not possible to make a salad as delicious as what I’d get in a restaurant until I realized that the key to making delicious salads at home is to make homemade dressing. While this homemade ranch dressing is my go to dressing more often than not, this Simple Lemon Vinaigrette is my favorite dressing for spring salads! If you are obse ..read more