Need a change from the ordinary on movie night? Spend a bit more time than it takes to pop popcorn and make a batch of Chipotle Bacon Caramel Popcorn. You'll be opting to stay in and watch movies at home with snack foods like this on hand.
Sometimes, when you make a large batch of something for dinner, you face the prospects of endless leftover boredom … unless you plan ahead. Many leftovers can be quickly and easily given a new lease on life with some simple makeovers. Get some great ideas on how to do just that!
Sometimes you aren't in the mood to pull out a saucepan and create the perfect sauce for ribs from scratch. Is there shame in that? Not at all! What's more, there are some really fantastic options out there for putting together dinner in a snap if you have a couple of great bottled sauces and a slow cooker.
Move over microwave ovens, electric can openers and fancy-pants mandolin slicers, there are some new high tech tools in town that can help make even novice chefs true masters of the kitchen. From machines that actually remove heat from food to coffeemakers that do what you tell them to, a gaggle of gastronomic gadgets can make creating meals easy, fun and exciting.
Think baked potatoes only work alongside a steak? Think again! Twice baked taters get a morning fix with eggs, bacon, cheese, and more. They make a great weekend breakfast or brunch menu item. Next time you decide to have a breakfast buffet, you'll want these on the line, too!
Start your morning with a little extra zip by making a big batch of Triple Ginger Pear Muffins. You can freeze them and grab one, toss it in the microwave for 30 seconds, and be on your way with a fun and tasty breakfast in hand. No more excuses!
Skipping breakfast? You'll never need to do so again if you whip batches of these simple mini-frittatas on the weekend. One batch makes enough for an entire week, plus one for the chef right away! Even better, you can pack them with whatever your heart desires.
Before winter heads into our memories, it seems to be doing its best to keep us on our toes. Fight back with the ultimate in comfort food: Shepherd's Pie. But this isn't just any recipe for the popular dish. This one's loaded with garlic, sour cream, bacon, and cheese!
Continuing a theme on quick-to-prepare meals, we look to a chicken and potato dish that's brimming with lots of flavor. What's more, it can be assembled in about 15 minutes and then you let your slow cooker do the heavy lifting while you go about your day. Dinner is served!
Frosting can be tricky if you have a lactose allergy. That's why I was so happy to discover a way to mimic a cream cheese frosting for pumpkin bars that's safe for those with such challenges when they sit down to the table.
