I’ve come a long way since cooking my first turkey for Friendsgiving at the age of 22. From wet brines to dry brines, to roasting at different temperatures, to basting/not basting, turkey bag/no turkey bag, covered/uncovered, I HAVE TRIED IT. This post tells you exactly what you need to know! Follow this post and you’ll cook a perfect turkey that is moist, not dry every single time. Let’s talk turkey!...

While avocados are one of the best fruits for a keto diet, they’re also one of the most temperamental: Slicing into one too early or too late can lead to rock-hard fruit or a brown, gooey mess. Save the stress and learn how to freeze avocados at their optimal ripeness instead, so you’ll never have to deal with a mushy avocado again! This guide goes over all the best methods for freezing avocado, thawing guidelines, and recipes for frozen avocado....

FavoritePinShare Freezing peaches is the best because they can be used in EVERYTHING! If you want to enjoy delicious peaches all year round then look no further because, with this recipe, you can have juicy, delicious peaches whenever you want! Some fruits you just have to have when they are in season and peaches are one of them. Freezing them makes sure that you have the ability to have the most amazing ones at the drop of a hat!...

FavoritePinShare It doesn’t get more fun than a hot chocolate charcuterie board! It is filled with all of the delicious toppings and mix-ins that any hot chocolate lover will go crazy for! I love a charcuterie board for any occasion! If you are looking for more ideas to arrange a charcuterie board, then check out this dessert board, this classic board, or this themed one! Why Make a Hot Chocolate Charcuterie?...

FavoritePinShare BEST Egg Drop Soup is a warm, thickened broth, with rich flavors of chicken and beautiful egg ribbons that add the perfect touch for this bowl of soup. Enjoy this savory, simple to make soup recipe in your home in just minutes. Bring the restaurant to you and enjoy with your family! This authentic Egg Drop Soup is known to be a favorite in every Asian restaurant. It warms you up and is comforting throughout your meal....

Getting rotisserie chicken from the grocery is a quick and easy way to feed the family. What’s not to love? It’s got crisp skin, juicy meat, and seasoned perfectly all around. And, it’s relatively healthy, to boot! But we all know how frustrating it gets when we accidentally overcook leftover rotisserie. No one wants to eat dried out chicken! Well, thanks to these methods, you can effortlessly reheat your chicken so it stays juicy and delicious....

A whiskey smash is a classic cocktail with just four ingredients: whiskey, mint, lemon, and simple syrup or sugar. You don’t need any fancy equipment to make it, and you’ll feel like quite the accomplished home bartender when you shake it up. If you aren’t a fan of whiskey and have wondered “how do you make whiskey tasty,” a whiskey smash is the perfect place to start. The brightness of the lemon and crispness of the mint make it more refreshing than boozy, so it’s dangerously easy to drink....

Italian beef is a sandwich that originated in Chicago. The cut of beef used for Italian beef is typically chuck. The beef is slow cooked until fall-apart tender, then piled high in a hoagie bun with some of the meat’s tasty, sloppy cooking juices. From there, the sandwich is finished with a shower of pepperoncini, giardiniera (pickled Italian vegetables), and provolone cheese. It’s drippy and salty and cheesy and messy, all in the best possible way....

When outdoor barbecue weather strikes you best be ready. Do you know where your flip flops are? Who has the sunscreen? Can someone hose out the cooler?And, most importantly of all, what are we going to EAT at our first outdoor feast??? My vote: Italian farro salad! This farro salad with feta is the kind of recipe that was tailor made for gatherings with friends alongside other summer barbecue recipes because:...

FavoritePinShare Hi Guys! Its Kelley over at Chef Savvy. I am so excited to share these Meatball Sliders with you today! I love meatballs. They are so easy to make, versatile and can be made in advance and frozen for quick weeknight meals. They are even better when they are sandwiched between mini burger buns and topped with melted mozzarella cheese! The meatballs get super tender by simmering them in tomato sauce after they are seared in a hot pan....

Thanks to pre-made and canned ingredients, the hands-on preparation will take you only 15 minutes. The rest is up to the oven! The result is a beautiful medley of flavors and textures that will make your taste buds go nuts. It’s rich and creamy, hot and spicy, and oh-so-cheesy. In the mood for comfort food? John Wayne casserole will hit the spot! John Wayne Casserole It’s the casserole with an interesting name and an even more interesting flavor....

On November 10th, I’ll be hosting a special holiday cooking demonstration, and I want YOU to be there! (Tickets available here.) Those who attend will receive a PERSONALIZED, SIGNED copy of The Well Plated Cookbook at a stellar discount AND a 20% off coupon to purchase additional autographed copies through November 30, 2020. With its wide array of appealing, easy-to-make, and DELISH recipes, a gorgeous photo for every recipe, and accessibility for many diets, The Well Plated Cookbook makes a fantastic gift, especially if it’s signed, wink wink....

Can’t decide between brownies and cheesecake? No need to choose with these keto cheesecake brownies! I took two of my most popular dessert recipes – keto brownies and keto cheesecake – and combined them to make these. With a fudgy brownie base, creamy cheesecake topping with more brownie batter swirled in, and sugar-free chocolate chips on top, it doesn’t get any better. 😉 Low carb brownie cheesecake bars are the best of both worlds....

This easy keto cheesecake fluff recipe is a quick and easy dessert that you won’t want to stop eating! It uses ingredients you probably have on hand, so it’s convenient to whip up. And thankfully, strawberry cheesecake fluff is very low in carbs, making it the perfect in-the-moment keto treat. If you love cheesecake, are a fan of super simple, no bake keto desserts, or enjoy rich desserets like keto strawberry ice cream, you’ll love this quickie dessert that takes just 10 minutes to make....

For kids (and kids at heart), this sugar free strawberry jello recipe is the ultimate easy treat! Some store bought varieties are loaded with weird stuff, but this keto jello uses real food ingredients — and gets just as wiggly and wobbly as the original. My kids and their friends went crazy for this fruity low carb jello — they had no idea! They also love sugar free gummy bears (which uses a similar recipe) fruit leather (which also uses just a few natural ingredients), and keto strawberry ice cream (loaded with fruity flavor and nothing fake!...

FavoritePinShare If you have leftover ham from your holiday dinner then this casserole is for you! Delicious noodles topped with cheese sauce, ham, broccoli, and crispy bread crumbs, this dish will be a family favorite! If you love cooking casseroles for your family then you MUST TRY this chicken casserole, this corn casserole, and this amazingly delicious breakfast casserole! Cheesy Ham and Broccoli Casserole In my opinion, there isn’t anything much better than when I can use my leftovers to make another delicious meal....

FavoritePinShare Lemon Garlic Butter Flank Steak with Mushrooms is tender, juicy flank steak cooked in a buttery, lemon garlic sauce mixed with mushrooms for the perfect combination. It is cooked in a skillet to tender perfection and a meal that everyone will love! Incredible and easy meal that is infused with such amazing lemon garlic butter flavor! If you love lemon garlic combination as much as we do try these complete meals Lemon Garlic Butter Herb Chicken with Asparagus, Lemon Garlic Butter Herb Chicken with Asparagus or Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs and Veggies....

For me, Super Bowl Sunday means tasty snacks and finger food! Truth be told, I’m not a huge football fan. But I never miss a Super Bowl gathering! Who in their right mind would pass on all the delicious nachos, creamy dips, chicken wings and fried cheesy goodnesses? Not me! Unless you are out of luck and end up in a party with store bought chips and salsa. Oh, the nerve!...

This keto apple crisp tastes just like the real thing… and before you protest, “but apples aren’t keto!”, rest assured that there are no actual apples in here. And you’d never know it! We’re using a secret ingredient that tastes just like apples, with much fewer carbs. Top it with a scoop of keto ice cream for low carb apple crisp a la mode. And if you prefer your keto “apples” in a pie, I’ve got you – make my keto apple pie recipe here....

FavoritePinShare Marble Bundt Cake is a moist, soft and easy cake to make. This flavorful cake is made with cream cheese for the best texture and flavor. It’s swirled with vanilla and chocolate and topped off with a fudgy chocolate ganache! While this marble bundt cake is slightly denser than your average light and fluffy cake, it’s soft, moist, and absolutely melts in your mouth. This is the perfect bundt cake recipe!...