Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Tagged: bacon cheddar cheese green onions potatoes ranch dressing Cheddar Bacon Ranch Potato Salad Ingredients 2 lbs petite red potatoes, diced into bite size chunks (about 1-inch) 2/3 cup Hidden Valley® Simply Ranch Dressing 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (I used medium) 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (about 1/2 cup) 1/3 cup chopped green onions Salt and pepper (optional) Instructions Cook potatoes in boiling water: Add potatoes to a pot....

Chicken Scampi Jump to Recipe Pin Share Comments Email Save Saved Chicken Scampi – a super simple chicken and pasta recipe that packs rich and buttery decadence, rounded by complex wine flavor, along with hints of bright lemon, and plenty of freshness from the garlic. It’s such a satisfying dish! This recipe was inspired by my Shrimp Scampi and Garlic Butter Chicken Bites , two other must try recipes! Chicken Scampi Pasta Recipe Bite size chicken pieces are tossed with herbs and pan seared in a hot skill until gorgeously golden brown....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Poultry Soups Tagged: bell pepper carrots chick peas chicken chicken broth cilantro cinnamon coriander cream cumin garlic ginger paprika quinoa tomatoes turmeric Curry Chicken and Quinoa Soup Ingredients 2 1/2 Tbsp olive oil 3 medium carrots, diced (1 1/4 cups) 1 large yellow onion, chopped (1 3/4 cups) 1 large red or yellow bell pepper, diced (2 cups) 1 Tbsp peeled and finely minced fresh ginger 6 garlic cloves, minced (2 Tbsp) 1 Tbsp ground coriander 2 tsp ground cumin 3/4 tsp paprika 3/4 tsp turmeric 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, or more to taste 3 (14....

Categorized: Breakfast Christmas Main Dish Tagged: butter eggnog eggs flour nutmeg rum extract Eggnog Pancakes Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour (spoon and level) 4 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 2 cups eggnog (use more for thinner pancakes) 2 large eggs 3 Tbsp butter , melted 1/2 tsp rum extract Maple syrup , for serving Instructions Preheat and electric griddle to 350 degrees. In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Poultry Videos Tagged: avocados chicken chili powder cilantro cumin garlic hot sauce lime juice olive oil onions Grilled Chicken Street Tacos Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs trimmed boneless skinless chicken thighs 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1/4 cup olive oil 3 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 2 tsp ground cumin 1 1/2 tsp ancho chili powder 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Salt and freshly ground black pepper For serving 12 mini corn taco shells, warmed (double up if desired) 1 large avocado,* cored and sliced 1 small red or yellow onion, chopped 3 Tbsp chopped cilantro Lime wedges, for serving (optional) Instructions Add chicken to a gallon size resealable bag....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: butter cornstarch egg yolks flour lemons powdered sugar Lemon Meltaway Cookies Ingredients 1 3/4 cups (248g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 1 Tbsp (8g) cornstarch 1/4 tsp (heaping) salt 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, nearly room temperature 2 Tbsp lemon zest,* plus more for garnish if desired 2 large egg yolks Glaze 1 cup powdered sugar 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, plus another 1/2 Tbsp as needed Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Main Dish Pasta & Italian Poultry Tagged: chicken lemon olive oil parmesan pasta ricotta spinach Lemon Ricotta Parmesan Pasta with Spinach and Grilled Chicken Ingredients 1 lb grilled chicken breasts , sliced into strips* 1 lb dry linguine , fettucine or spaghetti Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup reserved pasta water 6 oz fresh baby spinach , steamed just until beginning to wilt 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 3 garlic cloves**, minced 1 1/2 tsp lemon zest 2 Tbsp lemon juice 1 1/2 cups part skim ricotta 1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan , plus more for serving Instructions Cook pasta in salted water according to directions listed on package, reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining pasta....

Lemon Snowball Cookies Jump to Recipe Pin Share Comments Email Save Saved Lemon Snowball Cookies are a light and fresh addition to your Christmas Cookie spread—or any time of year. A snowball cookie is a classic, but the lemon flavor keeps it from being too overly sweet. These will have you licking your fingers and reaching for more. This recipe comes from my favorite snowball cookie recipe which has actually been my most popular recipe this December....

Categorized: Sides & Sauces Tagged: chives eggs flour garlic powder olive oil onion powder panko bread crumbs parmesan cheese potatoes sour cream Mashed Potato Cakes Ingredients 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes, well chilled (I recommend these ) 1 large egg, whisked 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, or a little more as needed 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp (heaping) garlic powder 1/4 tsp (heaping) onion powder Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs 1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese 3 Tbsp olive oil, divided 1/4 cup natural sour cream, thinned with a little milk for a drizzle-able consistency (optional) 1 1/2 Tbsp minced fresh chives (optional) Instructions Add mashed potatoes to a medium mixing bowl....

Categorized: Main Dish Pasta & Italian Tagged: basil feta mozzarella olives pasta tomatoes Mediterranean Macaroni and Cheese Ingredients 1 (14.5 oz) can fire roasted diced tomatoes , drained well 1/3 cup chopped black olives or kalamata olives 1 Tbsp chopped fresh basil , plus more for garnish 1/2 tsp dried oregano 8 oz elbow macaroni pasta 2 Tbsp butter , plus more for baking dish 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup chopped red onion 1 large clove garlic , finely minced 3 Tbsp flour 2 cups whole milk 6 oz crumbled feta cheese 2 oz shredded mozzarella cheese Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees....

Categorized: Cookies Desserts Treats and Snacks Videos Tagged: brown sugar butter chocolate chips eggs flour vanilla extract One Big Chocolate Chip Cookie Ingredients 2 Tbsp (28g) salted butter 3 Tbsp (38g) packed light-brown sugar 1 pinch salt 1 tbsp whisked egg* 1/4 tsp vanilla extract 1/3 cup (40g) all-purpose flour 1/8 tsp baking soda 4 Tbsp (42g) chocolate chips, divided Instructions Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Place butter in a microwave safe mixing bowl....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Pasta & Italian Poultry Tagged: basil chicken garlic olive oil parmesan pine nuts spaghetti tomatoes Pesto Spaghetti with Roasted Tomatoes and Grilled Chicken Ingredients 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts , grilled 10 oz dry spaghetti 12 oz grape or cherry tomatoes , halved 7 Tbsp olive oil , divided 1 cup (45g) packed fresh basil 2 cloves garlic , minced 2 Tbsp pine nuts Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese , plus more for serving Red pepper flakes , for serving (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 425 degrees....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Spring Tagged: brown sugar butter eggs flour milk pineapple sugar vanilla extract Pineapple Upside Down Cake Ingredients 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar 2 cups (300g) fresh cubed pineapple, cut into pieces about 1/2-inch thick 1 1/3 cups (192g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level) 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened 2 large eggs 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2/3 milk (anything but skim) Sweetened whipped cream for serving (optional) Maraschino cherries or fresh cherries for serving (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Sides & Sauces Tagged: almonds apple cider vinegar celery chicken cranberries grapes greek yogurt green onions honey mayonnaise pasta poppy seeds sugar Poppy Seed Chicken and Grape Pasta Salad Ingredients 10 oz. bow tie pasta (about 4 cups) 2 cups cooked and cooled, diced chicken breasts (I used rotisserie) 12 oz. red grapes halved (about 2 cups) 1 cup diced celery 3/4 cup Fisher Sliced Almonds 1/2 cup sliced green onions green portion 1/3 cup dried cranberries (optional) Dressing 1/2 cup fat free plain Greek Yogurt 1/2 cup full fat mayonnaise 3 Tbsp white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar 3 Tbsp honey 2 Tbsp granulated sugar 1 1/2 Tbsp poppy seeds 1/2 tsp salt then more to taste Instructions Cook pasta to al dente in salted boiling water according to directions on package....

Categorized: Main Dish Tagged: bacon cheddar cheese chicken broth chili powder cumin garlic onions pinto beans Refried Beans Ingredients 2 tsp olive oil or bacon drippings (for sauteing) 1 1/4 cups chopped yellow onion 1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic (4 cloves) 1 (32 oz) carton low-sodium chicken broth 8 cups water 3 3/4 cups (1.5 lbs) pinto beans, rinsed well and drained Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp chili powder 1/4 cup bacon drippings* or butter 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (I use medium), then more for serving if desired Instructions Instant Pot Method Select saute mode on the instant pot....

Categorized: Asian Main Dish Tagged: garlic ginger green onions honey peanut butter peanuts ramen rice vinegar sesame oil sesame seeds soy sauce sriracha vegetable oil Sesame Noodles Ingredients 10 oz. thin spaghetti, dry ramen or lo mein 2 Tbsp water or unsalted chicken broth 1 tsp cornstarch 3 Tbsp soy sauce, then more to taste 3 Tbsp toasted sesame oil 2 Tbsp honey 1 1/2 Tbsp rice vinegar 1 1/2 Tbsp creamy peanut butter 1 1/2 tsp sriracha, or more to taste 1 1/2 tsp vegetable oil or light olive oil 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1 Tbsp ginger 1/4 cup chopped green onions 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts 1 Tbsp sesame seeds Instructions Cook spaghetti or ramen according to package directions....

Categorized: Breads & Rolls Main Dish Slow Cooker Tagged: ancho chili powder apple cider vinegar brown sugar cumin garlic powder ketchup molasses mustard onion powder paprika pork worcestershire Slow Cooker Ribs Ingredients 3 - 3 1/2 lbs pork baby back ribs 1 tsp ancho chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp salt 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper Barbecue sauce (or use 1 cup store-bought) 1 1/2 cups ketchup, such as Heinz Natural (or one without high fructose corn syrup) 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 1/2 Tbsp molasses 2 Tbsp brown sugar (dark or light) 2 Tbsp steak sauce, such as A1 1 1/2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp Prepared yellow mustard Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 tsp Natural liquid hickory smoke flavor (found in BBQ sauce section) 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1/8 tsp Chipotle chili powder or cayenne pepper (then more to taste)* Instructions Remove then membrane layer from back of the ribs, then if the ribs are too wide to fit sideways along insert of slow cooker then cut ribs in half....

Categorized: Drinks Healthy Tagged: bananas mandarin oranges spinach strawberries Strawberry Spinach Green Smoothie Ingredients 1 1/2 very ripe bananas, peeled, diced and frozen 6 oz fresh strawberries, hulled (about 9 medium) 2 mandarin oranges, peeled and halved 3 cups packed baby spinach* 1 cup cold water 1 cup ice Instructions Add bananas, strawberries, oranges, spinach, water and half of the ice to a blender. Blend until combined then add remaining ice and blend until smoothie is well pureed....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: butter flour lemons pistachios sugar vanilla extract white chocolate White Chocolate Dipped Lemon Shortbread Ingredients 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar 2 1/2 Tbsp (15g) lemon zest (from about 4 medium lemons) 1/4 tsp salt 2 tsp fresh lemon juice 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups (284g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 12 oz. vanilla candy melts or chopped white chocolate 1/3 cup (50g) unsalted pistachios, chopped (optional) Instructions In the bowl of an electric stand mixer cream together butter, sugar, lemon zest and salt....

Categorized: Pasta & Italian Sides & Sauces Tagged: balsamic vinegar honey Balsamic Glaze Ingredients 1 cup + 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar, recommend Monari Federzoni If making balsamic glaze for a dessert 2 - 4 Tbsp honey, maple syrup, brown sugar or white sugar Instructions Add balsamic vinegar to a small saucepan (I use a 1.5 quart saucepan). If using honey whisk it in with the balsamic vinegar. Heat over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer....