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Best Baked Chicken Thigh Recipes

Juicy oven baked chicken thighs are possible with almost no effort at all! If you’ve been reading this blog for any length of time, you likely know that we eat a lot of chicken. I’ve shared over 150 chicken recipes already and there isn’t an end in sight. Chicken is so versatile that you can serve it […]

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High Protein Egg White Muffins (Great for Meal Prep!)

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Meal prep these delicious, high-protein Egg White Muffins with turkey bacon, cottage cheese, and veggies for a quick breakfast on the go! Egg White Muffins These easy Egg White Muffins are loaded with egg whites, cottage cheese, bell pepper, broccoli, scallions, and shallots, baked in […]

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Creamy Pasta Salad

Light and slightly tangy creamy pasta salad, with just enough dressing to coat the noodles and vegetables, this is one heck of an awesome summer pasta salad. Perfect on its own for a light meal or as a side dish for all the summer potlucks and barbecues. Homemade pasta salad is better than any deli […]

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Strawberry Bread

Strawberry bread makes a versatile breakfast bread, anytime snack, or a decadent dessert. This recipe for strawberry quick bread turns out sweet, moist, and oh-so-delicious. It’s loaded with berries, and a light powder sugar glaze makes the perfect topping. Our Favorite Quick Bread! Our copycat recipe from Panera uses Challenge Butter to get that bistro-quality […]

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Cheddar Cheese Sauce

Cheddar cheese sauce is an easy, creamy, indispensable, and versatile homemade go-to in your recipe repertoire, whether destined for burgers, tater tots, broccoli, chili, nachos, cauliflower, baked potatoes…get the picture? Here’s how to make it. Adapted from Spike Mendelsohn | The Good Stuff Cookbook | Wiley, 2010 This Cheddar cheese sauce creates a spectacular topping so […]

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Bang Bang Shrimp

Bang Bang Shrimp is a popular seafood dish that’s crispy, savory, and spicy all at the same time! This dish is perfect as a party appetizer or as a main course served with rice or noodles. Bang Bang Shrimp is a seafood lover’s dream come true! This recipe is the perfect combination of crispy shrimp […]

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Win A Copy of Baking Bread with Kids

Fill in the giveaway information, and you’ll be entered to win a copy of Baking Bread with Kids: Trusty Recipes for Magical Homemade Bread by Jennifer Latham (Ten Speed Press, 2022).  (ARV $22)  Note: You can enter this giveaway one (1) time per e-mail address per day. Deadline is 11:59PM ET 3.23.23. Introduce your kids […]

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Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork

Elevate your next meal with the rich and smoky flavors of our Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork! This easy-to-make recipe will have your taste buds dancing and everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend get-togethers, this recipe is a must-try for any home cook. Welcome to our mouthwatering Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled […]

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Slow Cooker Irish Beef Stew

This hearty Irish-inspired beef stew is loaded with tender beef, vegetables, and stout, and is conveniently made in the slow cooker. Make it for St. Patrick’s Day or when you need to warm up with a bowl of cold-weather comfort food. Adapted from Jessica Beacom and Stacie Hassing | The Real Food Table | Simon […]

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Jim Lahey’s No-Knead Bread

Jim Lahey’s no-knead bread recipe turned traditional bread making upside down for all of us. Made with just flour, yeast, salt, and water, the bread is the fastest, easiest, and best you may ever make. Adapted from Jim Lahey | My Bread | W. W. Norton, 2009 This is it, folks. Jim Lahey’s no-knead bread recipe. The […]

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Strawberry Whipped Cream Cake

This Strawberry Whipped Cream Cake is the perfect cake for any occasion. Not only is it delicious but it is also beautiful. This cake starts with a vanilla hot milk cake for the layers and the combination of the cake with the homemade whipped cream and strawberries is so good! Strawberry Whipped Cream Cake Ingredients […]

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Hot Cross Buns

This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details. Homemade hot cross buns that are so soft, fluffy + slightly sweet. An absolute must for Easter – they’ll disappear so fast! These buns are something I look forward to every single Easter. They’re so light, so soft, and so perfectly sweet. […]

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Perfect Filet Mignon for Two

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Learn how to cook the perfect filet Mignon with this easy, foolproof recipe to make at home – great for date night! Perfect Filet Mignon for Two If you want to know how to cook a filet mignon, you have come to the right place! […]

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Win A Copy of Learning Korean

Fill in the giveaway information, and you’ll be entered to win a copy of Learning Korean: Recipes for Home Cooking by Peter Serpico (W. W. Norton & Company, 2022).  (ARV $35)  Note: You can enter this giveaway one (1) time per e-mail address per day. Deadline is 11:59PM ET 3.31.23. Korean food will inspire you […]

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Avocado Salad

This easy avocado salad combines creamy avocado with ripe tomatoes, red onions and a zesty lime dressing. It’s the perfect healthy side dish. Let me start by saying that I love love love avocado and could an avocado every day if I had access to an avocado tree. Because let’s be honest, avocados aren’t cheap […]

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Slow Cooker Irish Stew

Slow Cooker Irish Stew is the most delicious hearty stew made with tender lamb or beef, vegetables, and a rich, savory broth. It is the ultimate comfort food, and the best part? You can throw it all together in your slow cooker and let it do the work for you. There’s something about a hearty […]

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Peanut Butter Ice Cream Topping

With just 3 ingredients and about 2 minutes of effort, you can make this salty, sweet, completely irresistible peanut butter ice cream topping. I’m willing to bet that you’ll find yourself pouring it over everything. Peanut Butter Sauce for Ice Cream Chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, hot fudge, and berry sauces get a lot of attention […]

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Smoked Sausage and Rice Casserole

This Cheesy Smoked Sausage and Rice Casserole is one your family will love! Super easy to make and a wonderful hearty dish. Great for a busy night because you can throw this together quickly. Everyone in my family loved it and went back for seconds. Cheesy Smoked Sausage and Rice Casserole Ingredients Needed: Smoked Sausage […]

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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders

Looking for a quick and easy dinner idea that’s both delicious and satisfying? Try these Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders for a meal that’s ready in just minutes. With a crispy breadcrumb coating and a flavorful garlic parmesan seasoning, these tenders are perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Looking for a quick and […]

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Protein Pizza

This protein pizza has 30 grams of protein per serving. The dough comes together in about 10 minutes and is made with just 2 simple ingredients. No yeast needed! Have a pizza craving, but want something that’s protein-packed and will keep you full and satisfied for hours? Look no further than this protein pizza recipe! […]

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Easy Brown Sugar Ham

This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details. The most incredible brown sugar glaze there ever was. Perfectly sweet, tangy and savory! An absolute holiday classic. Say hello to the easiest ham recipe for your holiday spread. And I truly mean, the easiest. Not to mention, the sweet/savory/tangy brown sugar […]

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Our 8 Best Pistachio Recipes

Whether you prefer sweet or savory food, chances are, we’ve got a way to elevate it with some crunchy vibrant green nuts. Read on to discover our favorite recipes with pistachios. I honestly don’t know when my love for pistachios started. When I was a kid, my mother adored chocolate. My father, who wasn’t a […]

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The Little Things Newsletter #356

March 18, 2023 Welcome to the weekend, my friends! My youngest son turns 13 this weekend and even though we’ve been watching the calendar waiting for this weekend to finally arrive, it’s a little bit unreal. We have three teenagers in the house now and I love it. I’ve said it before and it bears […]

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Garlic Bread Pasta

By: Shelly Posted: Mar 19, 2023 Quick Garlic Bread Pasta is made with only 5 ingredients, and tastes just like garlic bread that’s hot from the oven! This is an easy pasta recipe tossed in flavorful garlic butter with crunchy seasoned breadcrumbs. Ready in 20 minutes! Craving more delicious pasta recipes in a hurry? Try […]

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30-Minute, One-Pan Creamy Chicken Orzo

Creamy chicken orzo is a quick and easy weeknight meal that takes just 30 minutes and you only need one pan. This comforting recipe features lots of veggies (cherry tomatoes and spinach) in a super-flavorful creamy sauce made with basil pesto. Make this simple restaurant-quality chicken dinner at home – and it might become a […]

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30-Minute Ramen Noodle Stir Fry

Turn packaged instant noodles into a fancy meal on a budget by dressing them up with veggies, nuts, and protein. This easy, 30-minute vegetable ramen noodles stir fry features bell peppers, spinach, cashews, and ground beef. Homemade stir-fry sauce uses simple ingredients, such as sriracha sauce, soy sauce, fresh garlic, sesame oil, etc.  It is […]

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14 Easy Fish Recipes

Whether you’re observing Lent or eating less red meat these days, you’ll find what you need in this collection of simple fish recipes. Cod, salmon, or tuna. Baked, fried, or grilled. Hot or cold. We’ve got your back. Truth be told, fish is always low on my list of dinner choices. Somewhere just above calves […]

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129: Fix Your Period with Nicole Jardim

Hi friends! I’m SO thrilled have Nicole Jardim on the podcast today. I’ve followed her on IG forever and love the information she shares on IG. This episode is packed with helpful tips and info, especially if you’re curious about improving your cycle and hormonal health. 129: Fix Your Period with Nicole Jardim Here’s what […]

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Dutch Oven-Roast Chicken and Shallots

This Dutch oven-roast chicken is nestled on a bed of shallots and garlic and roasted until golden and crisp-skinned. It’s an easy, hands-off meal that’s perfect for entertaining. Adapted from Robyn Lea | Dinner with Jackson Pollock | Assouline, 2015 Ok, Mindy Kalin tells me you, dear reader, aren’t interested in any kind of story […]