The Recipe Critic
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Covers tried and true, family-tested and approved recipes for breakfasts, dinners, soups, desserts, and more by Alyssa Rivers - a busy wife and mother of four children. She tries to make practical and easy family friendly recipes that can bring your family together at the dinner table.
The Recipe Critic
9h ago
Smoky, tangy, and sweet, your taste buds will be begging you for more of this Mustard BBQ Sauce! It’s the perfect addition to your summer cookouts this year, adding the best flavor to grilled meats!
I love a good homemade BBQ sauce. Try these other recipes next: white BBQ sauce, classic BBQ sauce, or mumbo sauce! The perfect way to elevate grilled and smoked meats!
Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce
I think this might be my favorite BBQ sauce recipe yet. It’s SO good! If you’ve never had Carolina BBQ sauce before, it’s a tasty mix of all the best ingredients: hot sauce, ketchup, apple cider vinegar ..read more
The Recipe Critic
3d ago
Spicy chicken chipotle pasta is so creamy and rich with a spicy kick that you won’t be able to get enough of. The warm, smoky flavor of the chipotle peppers balanced with a flavorful cream sauce is sure to delight your tastebuds! It is a mouthwatering entree that everyone will love! Inspired by Cheesecake Factory, this homemade version is so tasty!
Cheesecake Factory is one of my all-time favorite restaurants! And I love creating all of their best dishes at home. Add these fabulous recipes to your menu: copycat Cheesecake Factory brown bread, Louisiana chicken pasta, and c ..read more
The Recipe Critic
5d ago
This delicious bourbon marinade will add wonderful depth of flavor and tenderize any meat you’re cooking, from steak to chicken! This recipe uses ingredients like brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic and bourbon to infuse each piece of meat with the perfect savory, sweet and tangy flavor.
To give your meat the best taste and texture, a good marinade is essential. Store-bought marinade is convenient, but homemade is so easy to make and will add so much more flavor! A few other recipes to try out: steak marinade, pork chop marinade, and chicken marinade!
Bour ..read more
The Recipe Critic
6d ago
There’s something so cozy and comforting about a dish that’s been braised or roasted. To really infuse a dish with all that warmth, nothing beats a Dutch oven. These heavy-duty, wide dishes are typically made from durable materials like enameled cast iron, which means a lofty price tag can often be attached (as much as $200 to $300 or more). That’s why I put together a list of the best affordable Dutch ovens, including my absolute favorite from Staub.
Credit: Williams Sonoma
After researching dozens upon dozens of popular Dutch ovens, I narrowed the list down to the five best budget-frie ..read more
The Recipe Critic
6d ago
Tender and moist, strawberry lemon blondies are loaded with plenty of sweet, juicy strawberries that are joined with just enough tangy lemon flavor. These amazing bars are buttery, thick and the perfect spring and summer dessert!
If you love strawberry recipes, then you’ve got to try a few more of my favorites! Start with these delicious Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls, this yummy Strawberry Trifle or this classic Fresh Strawberry Pie.
Strawberry Lemon Blondies Recipe
Strawberry lemon blondies taste just like strawberry lemonade in hand-held bar form. When fresh berries are abun ..read more
The Recipe Critic
1w ago
This creamy Southwest dressing is packed with zesty lime and bold spices, ready to upgrade your favorite bowl of greens! It takes less than 10 minutes and only a few pantry staples to make.
Salad dressings are always better homemade! No preservatives and fresher flavor. Try these other recipes next: homemade Caesar dressing, green goddess dressing, and poppyseed dressing!
Southwest Salad Dressing
Skip the store-bought stuff! This homemade Southwest dressing packs just as much flavor, minus all the additives and preservatives! It’s creamy and cool thanks to the sour cream and mayo, but what re ..read more
The Recipe Critic
1w ago
Sheet pan eggs are not only fluffy and full of flavor, but the best way to meal prep eggs or feed a crowd! Add your favorite mix-ins and serve as-is or use them to make breakfast sandwiches or as a topping for avocado toast!
No matter how you make them, eggs are one of the best ways to enjoy a satisfying breakfast! We make some type of eggs almost every morning, and there are so many different ways to serve them. Try flavorful crustless quiche, these fuss-free baked scrambled eggs or these perfectly-portioned egg muffins.
Sheet Pan Eggs Recipe
Up your breakfast game with sheet pan eggs! There ..read more
The Recipe Critic
1w ago
Say hello to your new favorite lunch: this honey-glazed salmon bowl made with juicy air fryer salmon bites, broccoli, and shredded carrots over white rice!
Quick and easy lunches are where it’s at! Here are a few more tasty recipes that are perfect for busy lifestyles: Korean ground beef and rice bowls, chicken and rice meal prep bowls, or honey buffalo chicken wraps! They’re also great for meal prep, so you can enjoy them throughout the week!
Honey-Glazed Salmon Rice Bowls
I get a lot of requests for quick and easy lunch recipes, because let’s be honest, none of us have time to be slaving aw ..read more
The Recipe Critic
1w ago
You will love the tasty flavors in this Monterey spaghetti! Tender spaghetti baked in a cheesy mixture and loaded with spinach and crispy fried onions. It’s a surprisingly delicious combination of flavors and an easy weeknight dinner!
Pasta dishes are always a crowd pleaser and this one does not disappoint! It’s one of those recipes that everyone keeps going back for more. Try more of my crowd-pleasing pasta dishes like this classic manicotti, my million dollar spaghetti, or our new favorite, marry me chicken pasta!
Easy Monterey Spaghetti
This unique and delicious Monterey spaghetti will be ..read more
The Recipe Critic
1w ago
In this simple carrot salad, crisp matchstick carrots, walnuts and sweet craisins come together to make a fresh and vibrant salad with wonderful flavors and textures. Finish with a light lemon vinaigrette for an incredible side dish!
From savory to sweet, carrots add such deliciousness to recipes. They provide flavor, texture and nutrition. Some of our favorite recipes with carrots are Carrot Soup, Carrot Cake Roll and these wonderful classic Glazed Carrots.
Carrot Salad Recipe
Looking for a light, bright dish that goes with everything? Give this carrot salad a try! It’s made with simple ..read more