Now, I’m not saying that the occasional dinner trifecta of wine, cheese, and pita chips doesn’t have its place or moment of necessity, but for health reasons, I’ve recently had to start paying closer attention to my diet, specifically the amount of protein I eat on a daily basis. While I might be perfectly content to munch a PB&J in between errands or scoop fresh avocado right from its peel and call it lunch, I’ve learned that making a meal of these quick bites hasn’t been nourishing my body as completely I need....

Oh, and you don’t have to go to St. Louis or Houston to have a bite of this heavenly treat. This copycat recipe is all you’ll need. I’ve tried so many different recipes over the past few years, and finally, I’ve found the closest replica. This mac and cheese is the real deal, folks. Loaded with firm and chewy macaroni, a creamy sauce, and at least 5 kinds of cheese, it’s the perfect embodiment of comfort food....

Now that it’s socially acceptable to talk Christmas, I can finally tell you how excited I am for Christmas this year. ??? So much so, that I’ve been baking like crazy and bringing my holiday goods to work, trying to get everybody else as excited as me! We all went through a lot at work recently, so I figured we need some cheering up. And what better way to send your problems away than eating a lot of delicious cookies?...

FavoritePinShare Alfredo Sauce is the most creamy and delicious homemade alfredo sauce that you will ever make! This is a tried and true recipe and you will agree that it is the best recipe out there! This is my most popular recipe for a good reason! If you love alfredo as much as I do try this Creamy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo Pasta, Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta or Asiago Garlic Alfredo Pasta....

FavoritePinShare Juicy Air Fryer Hamburgers are the best burgers you will ever have, hands down! These are so succulent, they just might replace your grilled burgers forever! Hamburgers are meant to go with salads. Serve this up with some of my favorites like Strawberry Pretzel Salad, Incredible Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad, or Summer Corn Salad. They are all luscious! The Best Air Fryer Burgers I have never had a more juicy and tender burger in my life!...

This easy Montreal steak seasoning recipe will add major flavor to your favorite steaks and cuts of beef. My answer for how to season steak properly was simply salt and pepper for years, and I’m still a big fan of that, but making this homemade Montreal seasoning has seriously won me over. I’ve tried it on sirloin steak and filet mignon, and it’s amazing! Give it a whirl and I think you’ll agree – it makes the best steak seasoning!...

FavoritePinShare These moist and tender pumpkin pie cupcakes are all of the things you love about pumpkin pie, just bite-sized! Topped with amazing cream cheese whipping cream, these will be the BEST cupcakes you’ll ever eat!! Pumpkin and cream cheese were just made to go together. For more of this match made in heaven, try these pumpkin cheesecake snickerdoodles, pumpkin cream cheese thumbprint cookies, or these to-die-for pumpkin cream cheese truffles!...

FavoritePinShare This cranberry sauce is the perfect mixture of sweet and tart! It’s made with fresh cranberries and topped with orange zest to really set it apart! Making Thanksgiving dinner just got more delicious with this cranberry sauce. If you love cranberries like I do try this Cranberry Pecan Sweet Potato with Rice Pilaf, Cranberry Cheesecake Fluff, or this Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball to have at your Thanksgiving dinner table....

There are just so many great options! It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner cook or an experienced chef. These blogs have tips and recipes you’ll love. Whether you’re looking for southern-style cooking, vegetarian-friendly meals, or tips on improving your baking, you can find it on one of these sites. 1. Spend with Pennies What began as a place to share shopping tips has now evolved into one of the go-to blogs for everyday cooks looking for simple, comforting, and affordable home cooking ideas....

After you’ve spent meaningful time with people you love. After you’ve enjoyed a spread worthy of kings (don’t forget Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole, Crockpot Green Bean Casserole, and Homemade Scalloped Potatoes!). After you’ve washed the dishes. There’s one more task to tackle… What to do with all of the Thanksgiving turkey leftovers?? Don’t send that turkey away in Tupperware just yet! And don’t use it all for Turkey Tetrazzini. You need that juicy turkey for today’s holiday twist on my reader-favorite Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad....

This Vegetable Stir Fry with Noodles is my go-to easy dinner when I can’t be bothered making anything else. Which if I’m being honest is multiple times a week. You can use whatever vegetables you have on hand which is great, and I’m always trying new combinations as I clear out my crisper through the week. I personally love to use ramen noodles for this, but you could use rice noodles just as easily....

In fact, French toast is so versatile; you can add everything from cheesy eggs and smoked salmon to the side. Yum! French toast is a terrific breakfast, and better yet, it’s a great way to use up stale bread. Whether you use white, French, or sourdough, it’ll make perfect, sweet, and buttery French toast. And it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare! And for a classic meal like this, you’ll want to pair it with the best breakfast side dishes ever....

They will make you reminisce about how much fun you had eating such a messy and delicious meal. But who says you can’t have them as an adult? Sloppy Joes are a breeze to make, not to mention super affordable. So go ahead, invite your childhood friends over and have a blast looking back on the good old days while enjoying this sweet and savory sandwich. But before you plan the meal, you may want to think about what to serve with Sloppy Joes....

It’s also romantic, elegant, and guaranteed to make any occasion extra special. But since it’s a cinch to make, you can whip it up anytime a craving strikes. Whether it’s Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or just a random Wednesday, this white chocolate mousse will give any meal the perfect ending. White Chocolate Mousse This white chocolate mousse is insanely decadent and luscious! Seriously, I will never run out of good things to say about it....

FavoritePinShare White Hot Chocolate is a rich and creamy decadent drink that melts in your mouth with a smooth, sweet white chocolate and vanilla flavoring. Warm up with this delicious hot chocolate throughout the entire holiday season! Yummy, seasonal drinks make the winter season even better. If you love sitting by a fire with a mug in hand try this Classic Eggnog Recipe, this delicious Slow Cooker Apple Cider (2 Ways) or this easy Wassail!...

Ready to learn how to roast a whole cauliflower head?! This whole roasted cauliflower recipe is a show-stopper, whether you’re a meat eater and having it as a side dish, or it’s the main course of a vegetarian meal. While it makes a stunning addition to a Christmas or Thanksgiving menu, whole baked cauliflower recipes are also easy enough to enjoy any night of the week. This one is drizzled with a garlic parmesan sauce, perfectly cooked, and sliced into circles or wedges for serving....

We never think we’ll run out of something, but we always seem to, anyway. There’s nothing worse than being in the middle of cooking and not having what you need. It can ruin your whole recipe! Keep one or two of these baking powder replacements in reserve. That way, you always have a backup plan. What is Baking Powder? Baking powder is a combination of sodium bicarbonate, some type of acid, and a filler....

We always hear, “The fresher the fish, the better it tastes,” and most of the time, that’s true. However, these recipes prove that sometimes, fish can taste just as yummy when it comes from a can that’s been in your pantry for a few months. Of course, canned salmon doesn’t look as lovely or as elegant as a fresh, whole fish, but it’s just as tasty. It also requires a lot less work when making things like salmon patties, spring rolls, and pasta....

When I think of hot dogs, my mind goes straight to baseball, summer cookouts, and kids with messy faces. Hot dogs are kind of an ‘any occasion,’ year-round food. They’re convenient, tasty, and can be done in less than a minute in the microwave! That’s probably why Americans eat so many of them. Leftover hot dogs are just as yummy, and they’re more versatile than you might think. This list contains 10 of my all-time favorite leftover hot dog recipes....

But these green tea cocktails are so good, they’ll change your mind at the first sip. Green tea is naturally grassy, earthy, and even nutty, though it should never be bitter. Some find it floral too, which works so well in cocktails. This list of recipes has a couple of bright and refreshing options as well as something more indulgent and sweet. So go ahead and try them all, then let me know which is your favorite!...