Think getting dinner on the table in less than a half hour is asking too much? Think making sure that dinner is elegant and easy is asking way too much? Get ready for a guest-worthy menu idea that will have you accepting praise from friends and family alike when it's time to sit down to dinner.
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Cold weather calls for food with a lot of flavor. For me, that means something that blends heat with sweetness and I can't think of a nicer way to bring that to the plate than with a simple chicken dish that can be made in minutes.
Sometimes, all you need to make a quick meal that will appeal to your family is a can of refrigerated biscuits and a handful of leftovers or convenience items. Next thing you know, you're serving them a bevy of creatively-assembled empanadas!
Quick sauces for pasta make weeknight dinners a snap. But you don't need to open a jar of tomato sauce in desperation for a quick meal. Instead, turn to ingredients you may well have on hand for a rich, creamy sauce that will impress friends and family alike.
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In the middle of the busiest time of the year, I offer you a no bake frozen cheesecake that will have friends and family alike smiling and lifting their glasses in a toast to the fantastic dessert you've shared with them. Merry Christmas!
Bacon is very hot right now. You might even say sizzling! (I couldn't resist!) But have you spent any time investigating how well-suited it is as a wrapping for your favorite foods? Consider it the most delicious ribbon for keeping your favorite foods together in the pan, oven, and/or plate!
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If you like Jalapeño Poppers as an appetizer, consider trying the same blend of flavors on pasta. You won't be disappointed! A delicious, creamy cheese sauce gets kicked up a notch with the addition of sautéed fresh jalapeños and even some jalapeño powder, for the hot heads among us.
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A quick stir-fry gets a lemony kick with, you guessed it: lemonade! Packed with lots of family favorites, this one's a great mid-week meal that will have everyone, including the kids, giving you the thumbs-up!
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When parents tell me they can't get their sweet little darlings to eat their veggies, I share one of my recent most-requested recipes by the six-year-old. Surprise! It's a dish entirely comprised of vegetables bathed in a great seasoned oil mixture and roasted. Sometimes simple really gets the job done.
What does a food writer have for lunch? More often than not, it's something quick, easy to put together, and delicious. Get one of my favorite make-ahead lunch favorites featuring fresh broccoli and some unlikely ingredient candidates for a salad.