Categorized: Appetizers & Salads Healthy Mexican and Southwestern Tagged: avocados black eyed peas cilantro corn garlic green onions honey lemon juice olive oil red onion red wine vinegar tomatoes Cowboy Caviar Ingredients Dressing 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp olive oil 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice 2 tsp honey 1 1/2 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp dried mexican oregano* Salt and freshly ground black pepper (about 1/2 tsp of each) Salsa 1 (14....

Categorized: Beef and Pork Main Dish Tagged: dijon mustard garlic powder ham mayonnaise mustard poppy seeds rolls sesame seeds swiss cheese Ham and Cheese Sliders Ingredients Sandwiches 12 square dinner rolls (from bakery as a whole slab), halved through center 1 1/2 Tbsp yellow mustard 1 Tbsp dijon mustard 1 1/2 Tbsp mayonnaise 2 tsp honey 1 lb thin sliced deli ham, such as black forest ham 12 oz. Swiss cheese, sliced Topping 5 Tbsp butter, cut into 1 Tbsp pieces 1 1/2 tsp poppy seeds 1 1/2 tsp sesame seeds (white or black) 2 tsp dried minced onion 1/2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Breads & Rolls Sides & Sauces Tagged: butter buttermilk flour sugar Biscuits Recipe Ingredients 2 cups (283g) unbleached all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure) 1 Tbsp aluminum free baking powder 2 tsp granulated sugar 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 8 Tbsp (113g) unsalted butter, divided, 7 Tbsp very cold, 1 Tbsp melted 1 cup buttermilk, cold Instructions Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line an 18 by 13-inch baking sheet with a silicone baking liner or with a sheet of parchment paper that’s oven safe to 450 degrees....

Categorized: Desserts Ice Cream & Chilled Desserts Tagged: cream milk sugar Cold Stone Creamery Sweet Cream Ice Cream – make it at home! Ingredients 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 Tbsp cornstarch 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 1/4 cup light corn syrup Recommended mix ins: crushed oreos cookie dough bites , chopped crushed graham cracker or graham pie crust berries diced brownies sprinkles chopped chopped candy bars caramel , chocolate or berry sauce crushed sugar cones or waffle cones chocolate chips chopped nuts …basically whatever you feel like =) Instructions In a large saucepan, whisk together sugar and cornstarch until combine....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Tagged: blueberries butter buttermilk cream cheese eggs flour lemon extract lemons sugar Lemon Blueberry Bundt Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Icing Ingredients Cake 2 3/4 cups (389g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting pan 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 3/4 cups (360g) granulated sugar 2 Tbsp (12g) lemon zest 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened 4 large eggs , at room temperature (I rested them in warm water for 5 minutes) 1 tsp lemon extract 1 cup (235ml) buttermilk, at room temperature (I just warmed it for 20 seconds in the microwave) 2 Tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice 2 cups (295g) fresh blueberries, rinsed and drained (but not dried) Blueberries , lemon slices and fresh mint for decorationg, optional Icing 3 oz (85g) cream cheese, softened 1 Tbsp (16g) unsalted butter, softened 2 cups (250g) powered sugar 1 1/2 - 2 Tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice Instructions For the cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Desserts Videos Tagged: blueberries butter cream cheese eggs flour lemon lemon extract milk powdered sugar sour cream sugar vanilla extract Lemon Blueberry Cake Ingredients 3 cups (395g) cake flour, scoop and level to measure 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 3/4 tsp salt 1 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, brought to room temperature 2 Tbsp lemon zest (from about 3 lemons) 4 large eggs, brought to room temperature 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup (235ml) whole milk, brought too room temperature 1/3 cup (80g) sour cream, brought to room temperature 3 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 1/2 cups (385g) fresh blueberries, brought to room temperature, rinsed and dabbed nearly dry Cream Cheese Frosting 8 oz....

Categorized: Main Dish Mexican and Southwestern Poultry Tagged: cheddar cheese chicken chili powder cilantro cumin garlic green chilis monterey jack cheese onions paprika salsa sour cream tomatoes tortillas Mexican Lasagna Ingredients 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast , cooked and shredded* 1 cup sour cream 1 1/3 cups fire roasted salsa , divided, recipe follows 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro 1 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas , cut into quarters** 1 cup fresh corn (or frozen and thawed) 4 oz finely shredded Monterey Jack cheese (1 cup) 4 oz finely shredded Cheddar cheese (1 cup) Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Spring Tagged: almonds bacon cheddar cheese chives dill garlic powder lemons mayonnaise parsley peas sour cream Pea Salad Ingredients 1/4 cup sour cream 3 Tbsp mayonnaise 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley 1 Tbsp minced fresh chives 1 Tbsp chopped fresh dill 1/4 tsp garlic powder Salt and black pepper 4 cups frozen petite peas, thawed 8 oz. bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped 4 oz....

Categorized: Desserts Tagged: butter buttermilk cake flour cinnamon cornstarch flour lemon juice nutmeg peaches sugar vanilla extract Peach Cobbler Ingredients Peach filling 4 lbs fresh peaches (firm but ripe) peeled, cored and sliced thick 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1 Tbsp (8g) cornstarch 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon, divided 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg Topping 1 1/2 cups (200g) cake flour or all purpose flour* (scoop and level to measure) 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 10 Tbsp (143g) unsalted butter, cold and diced into small cubes 1 cup (235ml) buttermilk 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tsp (8g) granulated sugar, for sprinkling over top Instructions For the peach filling Preheat oven to 375 degrees F....

Categorized: Cookies Desserts Pasta & Italian Tagged: jam mint Peach Cookies {That Look Like a Real Peach!} Ingredients 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 3/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 10 1/2 Tbsp butter , softened 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar 1 large egg 2 Tbsp sour cream 3/4 tsp vanilla extract Filling and Coating peach jam or preserves 6 Tbsp milk , divided red and yellow food coloring 1/2 cup granulated sugar fresh mint leaves , for garnish (optional) you’ll also need a clean paintbrush Instructions Preheat oven to 375 degrees....

Categorized: Fall Faves Main Dish Poultry Thanksgiving Tagged: garlic lemons onion parsley rosemary thyme turkey Roast Turkey Recipe Ingredients 10 - 14 lb. turkey* (fresh or frozen and fully thawed) 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 tsp lemon zest 1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves 1 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 medium yellow onion, cut into quarters 8 garlic cloves, smashed 1/2 bunch Chopped fresh parsley Instructions Let turkey rest at room temperature 1 hour....

Categorized: Main Dish Mexican and Southwestern Soups Tagged: avocado chicken broth cilantro garlic limes olive oil onion queso fresco tomatoes Sopa de Fideo Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs roma tomatoes, halved 1 small yellow onion, peeled and halved 3 medium garlic cloves, peeled 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 (7 to 8 oz) pkg. fideo 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth Salt and black pepper Toppings 3 Tbsp chopped cilantro 5 Lime wedges 1/2 cup Queso fresco cheese, crumbled (optional) Mexican crema or sour cream (optional) Cumin, ancho chili powder, red pepper flakes (optional) 1 avocado, diced (optional) Instructions Add tomatoes, onion, and garlic to a blender....

Categorized: Asian Healthy Main Dish Tagged: bell pepper cilantro cucumber garlic ginger green onions honey lime juice pasta peanut butter peanuts sesame oil sesame seeds soy sauce sriracha Spicy Thai Noodles {with Peanut Sauce} Ingredients 12 oz dry spaghetti 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips then cut into 2-inch pieces 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded and sliced into thin strips then cut into-2-inch pieces 1 cup matchstick carrots 3/4 cup chopped green onions 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 1/2 cup lightly salted roasted peanuts, roughly chopped Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional) Peanut Sauce 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup warm water 3 Tbsp soy sauce 2 Tbsp honey 2 Tbsp Sriracha (more or less to taste) 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1 1/2 Tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1 Tbsp sesame oil Instructions Cook spaghetti according to directions listed on package....

Categorized: Christmas Cookies Desserts Tagged: almond extract corn syrup milk powdered sugar vanilla extract Sugar Cookie Icing Ingredients 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar* 1/4 cup whole milk 2 Tbsp light corn syrup 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 tsp almond extract Food coloring (gel, liquid, natural or powdered dried) Instructions In a large mixing bowl using a fork whisk together powdered sugar, milk corn syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth....

Categorized: Cake & Cupcakes Christmas Desserts Thanksgiving Tagged: butter cream cream cheese eggs graham crackers sour cream sugar vanilla beans white chocolate Vanilla Bean Cheesecake - Cheesecake Factory Copycat Ingredients Crust 1 2/3 cup (216g) crushed graham cracker crumbs (about 13 full sheets) 2 Tbsp (30g) granulated sugar 6 Tbsp (3 oz) unsalted butter, melted Cheesecake 3 pkgs. (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened 1 cup (210g) granulated sugar Seeds of 2 Vanilla Beans* 3 large eggs 3/4 cup (180g) sour cream 1/3 cup (80ml) heavy cream Mousse 7 oz white chocolate, roughly chopped 1 1/2 cups (355ml) heavy cream 6 oz cream cheese, nearly at room temperature 1 1/2 Tbsp (22g) granulated sugar Seeds of 1 Vanilla Bean Whipped cream topping 3/4 cup heavy cream 1 1/2 Tbsp (22g) granulated sugar Seeds of 1/2 Vanilla Bean (optional) Instructions For the crust: Preheat oven to 350 degrees....

Categorized: Healthy Mexican and Southwestern Soups Tagged: avocados bell pepper black beans carrots cayenne pepper chili powder cilantro coriander corn cumin garlic kidney beans olive oil onions tomato sauce tomatoes vegetable broth zucchini Vegetarian Chili Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 red bell pepper seeded and chopped 2 jalapenos, seeds and ribs removed, chopped, or 1 green bell pepper, chopped (for milder option) 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups) 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced (1 cup) 4 garlic cloves, minced (1 1/2 Tbsp) 2 (14....

Categorized: Christmas Desserts Drinks Fall Faves Tagged: cornstarch milk vanilla beans white chocolate chips White Hot Chocolate Ingredients 4 cups whole milk, divided 1 vanilla bean* 1 pinch salt 4 tsp cornstarch 1 cup (6 oz) white chocolate chips or 6 oz white chocolate baking bars, finely chopped Instructions In a medium saucepan heat 3 1/2 cups milk, seeds of vanilla bean and the vanilla bean pod and pinch of salt over medium heat....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Tagged: ancho chili powder avocados bell peppers black beans brown rice cilantro cumin garlic limes olive oil quinoa red onions smoked paprika sweet potatoes Baja Grain Bowl Ingredients 2 cups cooked brown rice 1 cup cooked tri color quinoa (OR another 1 cup cooked brown rice) 20 oz. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (or chicken see notes*) 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp each cumin, smoked paprika, and ancho chili powder Cayenne pepper to taste Salt and black pepper 1 (14....

Categorized: Sides & Sauces Tagged: cornstarch garlic powder olive oil paprika sweet potatoes Baked Sweet Potato Fries Ingredients Fries 2 lbs sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick sticks* (cut really long sticks in half) 1 Tbsp cornstarch 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp paprika (can use sweet or smoked) 1/2 tsp garlic powder 2 1/2 Tbsp olive oil Instructions Heat oven and prepare baking sheets: Set oven racks in upper and lower third of the oven and preheat oven to 400 degrees....

Categorized: Healthy Main Dish Soups Tagged: cannellini beans carrots celery chicken broth garlic italian seasoning onions parmesan cheese spinach Bean Soup {Tuscan Style} Ingredients 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided 1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 small) 3/4 cup chopped carrot (1 large) 1/2 cup diced celery (2 small ribs, slice somewhat thin) 5 garlic cloves, minced (nearly 2 Tbsp)* 2 (14.5 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 1 small parmesan rind, plus about 6 Tbsp shredded parmesan for serving Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste** 2 (14....