Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Tagged: brown sugar cream cheese grapes pecans sour cream sugar vanilla extract Creamy Grape Fruit Salad Ingredients 2 lbs seedless red grapes, washed and dried well 1 lb seedless green grapes, washed and dried well 6 oz. Neufchatel cheese (AKA 1/3 less fat cream cheese) 2/3 cup light sour cream 2 Tbsp honey 1 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 - 2 Tbsp packed light brown sugar 3/4 cup chopped pecans Instructions In a medium mixing bowl using an electric hand mixer whip Neufchatel cheese until smooth and fluffy, while occasionally scraping down sides of bowl....

Categorized: Desserts Fall Faves Pies and Cheesecakes Thanksgiving Videos Tagged: apples brown sugar butter cinnamon flour lemons nutmeg sugar vanilla extract Dutch Apple Pie Ingredients Crust 1 cup (142g) unbleached all-purpose flour* (scoop and level) 2 tsp granulated sugar 1/4 tsp (heaping) salt 8 Tbsp (113g) unsalted butter, well chilled, diced into small cubes 3 - 5 Tbsp ice water Crumb Topping 1/2 cup packed (100g) light brown sugar 3/4 cup (106g) unbleached all-purpose flour (scoop and level) 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/8 tsp salt 6 Tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted 1 tsp vanilla extract Apple Filling 1 1/4 lbs (4 small) golden delicious apples, peeled cored and sliced 1/4-inch thick* 1 1/4 lbs (4 small) granny smith apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced 1/6-inch thick 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 3 Tbsp (26g) unbleached all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon Instructions To make crust: In a medium mixing bowl whisk together 1 cup flour, 2 tsp sugar and heaping 1/4 tsp salt....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Asian Poultry Tagged: bell pepper cabbage carrots chinese five spice eggs garlic ginger green onions sesame oil soy sauce turkey vegetable oil Egg Rolls Ingredients 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey* 1 1/2 Tbsp vegetable oil Salt 3/4 cup chopped bell pepper 2 tsp minced garlic 1 1/2 tsp peeled and minced ginger 2/3 cup diced green onions 2 cups shredded green cabbage (8 oz) 1 cup matchstick carrots (2 oz) 1 Tbsp soy sauce 1 1/2 tsp sesame oil 1/2 tsp Chinese five spice 20 egg roll wrappers (1 lb pkg....

Categorized: Main Dish Poultry Videos Tagged: bell pepper brown sugar chicken garlic ginger ketchup olive oil pineapple pineapple juice red onion rice vinegar sesame oil soy sauce Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs Ingredients Marinade: 1/3 cup ketchup 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup canned pineapple juice 4 Tbsp olive oil , divided, plus more for brushing grill 1 1/2 Tbsp rice vinegar 4 garlic cloves , minced (4 tsp) 1 Tbsp minced ginger 1/2 tsp sesame oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Kebabs: 1 3/4 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast , chopped into 1 1/4-inch cubes 3 cups (heaping) fresh cubed pineapple (about 3/4 of 3 lb pineapple) 1 1/2 large green peppers , diced into 1 1/4-inch pieces 1 large red onion , diced into 1 1/4-inch pieces Instructions In a mixing bowl whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, 2 Tbsp olive oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger and sesame oil....

Categorized: Breads & Rolls Treats and Snacks Tagged: butter flour sea salt Homemade Soft Pretzels (Copycat Auntie Anne’s Pretzel Recipe) Ingredients 2 cups (470ml) milk (I used 2%) 1 1/2 Tbsp active dry yeast (2 packets) 6 Tbsp (75g) packed light-brown sugar 4 Tbsp (56g) butter, at room temperature 4 1/2 cups (635g) all-purpose flour, plus an up to an additional 1/2 cup as needed 2 tsp fine salt 1/3 cup baking soda 3 cups (710ml) warm water coarse salt , to taste 6 Tbsp (56g) butter , melted Dipping sauce for serving , optional* Instructions Warm milk in a microwave safe bowl in microwave (or alternately over stove top in a small saucepan) until temperature of milk reaches 110 degrees, about 1 1/2 - 2 minutes on HIGH power....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Mexican and Southwestern Tagged: salt tortillas vegetable oil Homemade Tortilla Chips Ingredients 20 5 1/2 to 6-inch extra thin corn tortillas Vegetable oil for frying (about 4 cups) Salt, to taste Instructions Preheat oil in a large saute pan to 340 degrees (don’t let it rise above 350 or chips will cook too quickly and burn). Line a 13 by 9-inch baking sheet with 2 layers of paper towels....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Pies and Cheesecakes Tagged: butter cream cream cheese graham crackers honey limes raspberries sugar sweetened condensed milk Mini Frozen Key Lime Pies Ingredients 1 cup (122g) graham cracker crumbs (about 8 sheets) 5 Tbsp (72g) butter diced into 1 Tbsp pieces and melted (I used salted) 1 Tbsp honey 1/3 cup heavy cream 2 Tbsp (26g) granulated sugar, divided 8 oz . cream cheese , softened 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk 2 tsp lime zest , plus more for garnish 1/2 cup fresh lime juice* Topping 3/4 cup heavy cream 1 1/2 Tbsp (19g) granulated sugar 12 fresh raspberries , fresh mint, sliced and quartered limes (optional) Instructions Line a 12-cup muffin liner with silicone cupcake liners (you can find these at most craft stores), set aside....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Seafood Tagged: cayenne pepper cilantro cinnamon coriander cream cumin garlic ginger greek yogurt lemons nutmeg paprika salmon turmeric Moroccan Spiced Salmon with Lemon Yogurt Sauce Ingredients 4 (6 oz) skinless salmon fillets 1 1/4 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground paprika 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp turmeric 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper 1 Tbsp olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Lemon Yogurt Sauce 1/2 cup fat free plain Greek yogurt 2 Tbsp heavy cream or whipping cream 1/4 tsp lemon zest 2 tsp fresh lemon juice 1 tsp minced fresh garlic 1 Tbsp finely minced fresh cilantro, plus more for serving Instructions Let salmon rest at room temperature 10 minutes....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Christmas Desserts Pasta & Italian Valentines Tagged: cream cream cheese graham crackers raspberries No Bake Cheesecake Mousse with Raspberry Sauce Ingredients Raspberry Sauce 4 Tbsp granulated sugar 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch 1/3 cup cold water 1/2 tsp lime or lemon juice 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries Cheesecake Mousse 8 oz cream cheese , softened 2/3 cup powdered sugar 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream 1/2 tsp corn syrup 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Graham Cracker Crust 3/4 cup crushed graham crackers 1 1/2 Tbsp packed light-brown sugar 2 Tbsp salted butter , melted Instructions For the raspberry sauce: In a small saucepan, whisk together granulated sugar and cornstarch until well blended....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Poultry Tagged: balsamic vinegar basil chicken garlic honey olive oil onions tomatoes Peach Chicken {with Balsamic} Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil 1/2 medium yellow onion, sliced (about 3/4 cup) 4 (5 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts or 1 1/4 lbs chicken breast tenderloins Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp honey 2 cups sliced firm but ripe peaches (about 2 medium) 1 (14....

Categorized: Asian Healthy Main Dish Poultry Seafood Uncategorized Tagged: avocados bell pepper brown sugar cabbage carrots chicken cilantro cucumber fish sauce garlic ginger green onions limes mint peanut butter rice noodles shrimp soy sauce sriracha Rainbow Spring Roll Bowls Shrimp or Chicken and Peanut Sauce Ingredients 1 1/4 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined or 1 lb chicken, diced into 1-inch cubes 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint or basil 1/3 cup chopped green onions 1 red bell pepper, cored and julienned 1 large carrot, peeled and julienned 1 large avocado, sliced 1/3 english cucumber, halved and thinly sliced 1 cup very thinly sliced red cabbage 8 - 10 oz....

Categorized: Cookies Desserts Treats and Snacks Tagged: butter chocolate chips cinnamon eggs flour granulated sugar oats pecans raisins vanilla extract walnuts Recipe for One Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Ingredients 2 Tbsp butter 1/4 cup (scant) packed light-brown sugar 1 Tbsp whisked egg* 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup quick oats 1/8 tsp baking soda 1/8 tsp cinnamon 1 pinch salt 2 Tbsp raisins (or 3 Tbsp chocolate chips) 1 1/2 Tbsp chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, chop small) Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Healthy Tagged: bacon cabbage garlic lemon juice marjoram olive oil parsley Roasted Cabbage Steaks Ingredients 1 (2 to 2 1/2 lb) head green cabbage, sliced into wedges vertically from head of cabbage about 3/4 to 1-inch thick 1/4 cup olive oil 3 cloves garlic or use 3/4 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp dried marjoram Salt and freshly ground black pepper Minced fresh parsley, for garnish (optional) Fresh lemon wedges or crumbled bacon, for serving (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 425 degrees....

Categorized: Fall Faves Healthy Soups Tagged: avocados bell pepper black beans cheddar cheese chili powder cilantro corn cumin garlic limes olive oil onions sour cream sweet potatoes tomatoes vegetable broth Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili Ingredients 2 lbs sweet potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled and cut into small cubes Salt and pepper to taste 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups) 1 red bell pepper, cored and diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth, then more as desired 2 (14 oz) cans fire roasted diced tomatoes 1 ear corn, husked and kernels cut from cob (or 1 cup frozen corn) 1 1/2 Tbsp ancho chili powder (or more to taste) 2 tsp ground cumin 2 (14 oz) cans black beans, drained and rinsed Toppings (optional) Cilantro , lime wedges, diced avocado, sliced roasted jalapeños, sour cream, cheddar or Mexican blend cheese Instructions Preheat oven to 425 degrees....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: butter caramel coconut coconut extract flour sea salt sugar Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: caramel chocolate cocoa cream eggs flour pecans sea salt vanilla extract Salted Caramel Coconut Thumbprint Cookies Ingredients Cookies 1 3/4 cup (150g) sweetened shredded coconut 1 large egg 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, cold and diced into small cubes 1/2 cup (108g) granulated sugar 1/4 tsp Morton Fine Sea Salt or table salt 2 tsp real coconut extract 2 cups (283g) all-purpose flour Filling 28 (226g) soft caramels, such as Kraft 3 1/2 Tbsp heavy cream Morton Coarse Sea Salt, for topping Instructions For the cookies: Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Main Dish Pasta & Italian Tagged: basil butter garlic gnocchi italian seasoning olive oil parmesan cheese parsley tomatoes zucchini Sheet Pan Gnocchi Ingredients 1 lb. gnocchi (shelf stable or refrigerated), uncooked 2 medium zucchini (14 oz), cut into half moons about 1/3-inch thick 2 cups grape tomatoes (1 pint) 3 Tbsp olive oil 4 tsp minced garlic (4 cloves) 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning Salt and black pepper 1/2 cup (1....

Categorized: Breakfast Drinks Healthy Treats and Snacks Tagged: bananas coconut milk greek yogurt pineapple strawberries Strawberry Colada Smoothie Ingredients 8 oz fresh strawberries , chilled, hulled 1 ripe banana , peeled and frozen 1 1/2 cups frozen pineapple 1 (5.3 oz) container coconut Greek yogurt 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk beverage (the kind found in the dairy isle)* Instructions Pulse strawberries in a food processor until well pureed....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Healthy Sides & Sauces Tagged: basil garlic mozzarella olive oil oregano parsley red wine vinegar tomatoes Tomato Salad Ingredients 1 3/4 lbs grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, halved (I like a blend of multi-color if you can find them) 1 (8 oz) pkg. fresh mozzarella pearls* Dressing 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp honey 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil 1/2 tsp dried oregano Salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions For the dressing: In a mixing bowl whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, honey, parsley, basil, oregano and season with salt and pepper to taste....

Categorized: Mexican and Southwestern Sides & Sauces Treats and Snacks Tagged: avocados cheddar cheese chili powder cilantro cumin garlic powder green onions limes monterey jack cheese olives refried beans sour cream tomatoes 7 Layer Dip Ingredients 1 (16 oz) can Rosarita Traditional Refried Beans 1 (10 oz) can Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, drained (use Mild if you don’t like much heat) 2 tsp chili powder 3/4 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp garlic powder, divided Salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 medium avocados, peeled and cored (Hass are preferred) 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 12 oz ....

Categorized: Fall Faves Sides & Sauces Thanksgiving Tagged: butter cheddar cheese cornflakes flour milk onions parmesan parsley potatoes sour cream Funeral Potatoes - Au Gratin Hash Brown Casserole Ingredients 1 (30 oz) package frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed 4 Tbsp butter, diced into 1 Tbsp pieces 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour 3 cups milk (whole or 2%) 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese 1 cup sour cream Salt and black pepper 4 cups cornflakes, crushed (nearly 2 cups once crushed) 3 Tbsp butter, melted 1 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....