This comforting slow cooker dinner is rich, creamy, and incredibly easy to prepare. Tender chicken breasts cook slowly in a flavorful creamy herb sauce, then get mixed with pasta shells for a hearty, family-friendly meal. Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts3 cups medium pasta shells (uncooked)2 cups chicken broth1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken … Read more
Ingredients For the Cake2 cups all-purpose flour1 ¾ cups granulated sugar¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder2 teaspoons baking powder1 ½ teaspoons baking soda½ teaspoon salt2 large eggs1 cup whole milk½ cup vegetable oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup hot coffee (or hot water)½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt1 cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra richness) For … Read more
If you love that perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and earthy flavor, homemade pickled beets are a must. They’re vibrant, refreshing, and incredibly easy to make with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect as a side dish, salad topping, or even straight from the jar. Ingredients 6–8 medium beets1 cup white vinegar1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup water1 teaspoon … Read more
This seafood salad is creamy, fresh, and packed with flavor. Perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, crackers, or served chilled as a light lunch. It’s simple to make but tastes like something from a seaside café. INGREDIENTS For the Seafood1 lb imitation crab meat or cooked real crab, chopped1/2 lb cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped1/2 … Read more
INGREDIENTS For the roast3–4 lb beef roast (top round, sirloin roast, or rib roast)2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder For the creamy herb crust1 cup sour cream3 tablespoons prepared horseradish (drained)4 garlic cloves, finely minced2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped½ teaspoon salt½ … Read more
Colored Deviled Eggs Full Recipe Ingredients12 large eggs1/2 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons pickle juice2 teaspoons yellow mustardSalt to tasteBlack pepper to tasteFood coloring (assorted colors such as pink, blue, purple, and green)1 tablespoon white vinegar for each color1/2 cup water for each color Instructions Optional GarnishesPaprikaChopped chivesFresh dillCrumbled bacon These colorful deviled eggs are perfect for … Read more
Ingredients½ cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg2 cups all-purpose flour¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon baking soda2 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractStrawberry Hershey’s Kisses (unwrapped)Pastel sprinkles Instructions Tips
Introduction Lemon powder is made from dried lemons or lemon peels and ground into a fine powder. It captures the bright citrus flavor of fresh lemons in a shelf-stable form. This is a zero-waste recipe if you use leftover peels and is great for cooking, baking, and drinks. Ingredients 4–6 fresh lemonsWater (for washing)Optional: 1 … Read more
Introduction Oh, darlings, if there’s one thing my Grandma Bev taught me about cooking, it’s this golden rule: “If it’s bubbling at the edges, it’s ready to make everyone happy.” She’d say it with that twinkle in her eye while pulling a dish from the oven, the kitchen filled with the irresistible aroma of sizzling … Read more
Fried Cornbread Ingredients1 cup cornmeal½ cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder½ teaspoon salt¼ cup chopped onion (optional)1 large egg1 cup milk or buttermilkVegetable oil, for frying Instructions Serving IdeasServe warm with butter and honeyGreat with beans, greens, or chiliPerfect as a breakfast bread TipsFor sweeter cornbread, add 1–2 tablespoons sugar.For extra flavor, add a pinch … Read more