Thanksgiving is right around the corner and every year many of you scour the internet trying to find appetizers, how-to’s, desserts, etc for the big get together!  But no need to fear!  I have put together a lovely little round-up of Thanksgiving recipes to make now, so you don’t need to be searching high and low for recipes!  (BONUS: you can totally make any of these for the rest of the holiday season) APPETIZERS. Not eating until later in the evening?  Here are some fantastic appetizers pre-feast for you! BACON WRAPPED SWEET POTATOES ROASTED DELICATA SQUASH WITH CHIPOTL ..read more

  Few things are better than a roasted potato, but I”m here to tell you that these PARMESAN CRUSTED POTATOES take the cake with deliciousness! These simple, delicious potatoes are sure to please anyone you make them for, whether its for your family, or for a get together during the holidays; these will be the star of the table!    As I mentioned earlier, these are no ordinary roasted potatoes, these are “elevated” potatoes!!  And do you wanna know the trick to making these PARMESAN CRUSTED POTATOES so bomb diggity?!  Scoring them like the picture so that all the yummy ..read more

  If you are yet to experience the joys of smashed potatoes, these CRISPY MOROCCAN SMASHED POTATOES are going to change your potato game forever!   Insanely cripsy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside; its very hard not to eat these straight outta the oven! What I really love about these Crispy Moroccan Smashed Potatoes is that the seasonings get into all the smashed nooks and crannies making it *chef’s kiss* PERFECT! And don’t even get me started on the Lemon garlic dipping sauce. Absolute swoonage!   Potatoes are such a great addition to your meals because th ..read more

  Okay, I’m sure we are all aware of the deliciousness that is Barbacoa. If you have never had barbacoa, man, you haven’t lived. It is easily the top 3 favorite dishes that I have made for my family. In fact, a friend recently said I should open up a “white girl taqueria” because it was THAT good.     Our favorite way to eat Barbacoa is stuffed into a bell pepper and then topped with coleslaw. Follow it up with a drizzle of some cilantro lime dressing. Guaranteed you will have an out of body experience with these bad boys.  If making stuffed peppers just isn’t your thing ..read more

    Words cannot describe the deliciousness of a Banh Mi Sandwich. The ingredients may be a little odd to some, but holy heck is it unbelievably amazing! But just you wait until you try these Banh Mi Turkey Burgers. You’ll be speechless!   I picked up some turkey patties from JENNIE-O and the first thing that came to mind was using these patties to make some bomb diggity Banh Mi Turkey Burgers.  What I absolutely love about JENNIE-O’s turkey is that it is so juicy and packed full of protein. 21 grams! Yes, that’s right 21 grams and is the perfect healthy option w ..read more

    Words cannot describe the deliciousness of a Banh Mi Sandwich. The ingredients may be a little odd to some, but holy heck is it unbelievably amazing! But just you wait until you try these Banh Mi Turkey Burgers. You’ll be speechless!   I picked up some turkey patties from JENNIE-O and the first thing that came to mind was using these patties to make some bomb diggity Banh Mi Turkey Burgers.  What I absolutely love about Jennie-O’s turkey is that it is so juicy and packed full of protein. 21 grams! Yes, that’s right 21 grams and is the perfect healthy option w ..read more

  Don’t you dare let the title of this recipe fool you into thinking it’s nothing special, because I’m here to tell you, this BACON JALAPENO TURKEY BURGER is one of the simplest, yet most delicious burgers I have ever had!   Let me tell you why these Bacon Jalapeno Turkey Burgers are so good. Not because of the caramelized onions or the jalapeno cream cheese. Not even because of the bacon (I know crazy talk right) but because of these seasoned turkey patties from JENNIE-O.  Holy effing eff….am I even allowed to say that?!?  First off, having these turkey pre-seas ..read more

  I’m so excited to share these 15 must have recipes to get you through a Whole30, whether it’s you first go-around or your 9th round!  All of these recipes are tried and true and loved by everyone in my family.  In fact we make these recipes even when we are not doing a Whole30.  They have become staples!  These 3 breakfast options are great because you can make them ahead of time! CARAMALIZED ONION BREAKFAST SAUSAGE PROSCIUTTO EGG CUPS JALAPENO CILANTRO BREAKFAST SAUSAGE PATTIES   These next recipes are perfect for getting meals on table after a long day.  ..read more

  The holidays are here and this HOLIDAY PUNCH COCKTAIL is what actual dreams are made of.  Slightly sweet, a little tart and oh so perfect for any party…not just during the holidays.   I first had this drink at a restaurant a few months back, and ever since then I have been working on getting this holiday punch cocktail oh so perfect for all of you.  And boy is it good! Honestly, it might be my top 3 favorite drinks. My Gin Fizz and Whiskey Sour are the other 2 in case you were all wondering.   Although this says holiday punch cocktail, you c ..read more

  Thanksgiving is around the corner, which means it’s time to think about your food, and this SMOKED SPATCHCOCK TURKEY should be at the center of the table!  Perfectly seasoned and oh so juicy and tender; you may never ever go back to your old ways.  In this post we will talk about how to spatchcock, why I like cooking a turkey like this, and we will briefly talk about brining.  This recipe will also have the instructions on oven cooking in case you do not have a smoker!   We all know there are a handful of different ways you can cook up a turkey.  In fact, I hav ..read more