Our delicious Lemon Blueberry Bread recipe combines my favorite flavors in is so moist simple to make from scratch. Serve it year round for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert! How to make Lemon Blueberry Bread: Make Batter: Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. In a separate bowl, beat sugar and oil…
There’s nothing better than the sizzle of the grill on a sunny summer day—especially when you can throw an awesome BBQ without blowing your budget. This menu is all about keeping things easy, affordable, and still super tasty. Think: BBQ Chicken Drumsticks, a few simple summer sides like Baked Beans, Corn Salad, and good ol’…
This homemade French Onion Dip recipe is the ultimate party starter. Loaded with caramelized onions, fresh herbs, and big flavor, it’s miles better than anything in a tub – and guaranteed to disappear fast. How to make French Onion Dip: Caramelize Onions: Heat butter and oil in a pan over low heat then add onions.…
Using a weekly meal plan is the best way to cook healthier for your family and save money and time! This week’s menu includes our popular Lemon Chicken Pasta, Lomo Saltado, Burrata Pizza, Salmon Bowl, and BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches. Monday: Lemon Chicken Pasta $16 Tuesday: Lomo Saltado $28 Wednesday: Burrata Pizza $20 Thursday: Salmon…
Our Slow Cooker Pork Chops recipe is the ultimate hands-off dinner—set it and forget it! How to make Slow Cooker Pork Chops: Assemble: Spray your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray and place pork chops on the bottom. Mix the remaining ingredients together then pour over the pork chops. Cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or…
We’re talking bakery quality Raspberry Scones in just 30 minutes with pantry ingredients! How to make Raspberry Scones: Make the Dough: Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Grate in frozen butter then combine it with the dry ingredients, using a pastry blender or fork. In a separate bowl, whisk yogurt, cream, egg,…
There’s just something magical about the 4th of July—it makes you want to crank up the music, fire up the grill, and soak in the sunshine with your favorite people. If you’re in charge of the food this year, I’ve got you covered! Start with my ridiculously easy Pulled Pork—it takes just minutes to prep…
This Frozen Hot Chocolate recipe is my summer addiction! We blend real melted chocolate into this cool icy drink and finish it with a swirl of whipped cream, all ready in 15 minutes. How to make Frozen Hot Chocolate: Make Chocolate Mixture: Chop the chocolate into small pieces and melt in the microwave on half…
This authentic Fideuà recipe is similar to paella, but with golden noodles instead of rice. It’s a flavorful, one-pan meal that we all quickly fell in love with. How to make Fideuà: Cook Noodles and Veggies: Cut stem off the tomato then use a box grater to grate the tomato flesh into a bowl (stop…
This easy Lemon Chicken Pasta recipe is bright, fresh, and packed full of flavor, but most importantly is uses your favorite summer vegetables and is ready in less than 30 minutes! How to make Lemon Chicken Pasta: Cook Chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, lemon zest, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook Vegetables: Add…
An easy Italian Caprese Salad recipe has flavorful tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil arranged on a plate and topped with salt and pepper and a drizzle of olive oil. It only takes 10 minutes and the flavor is perfection! I originally shared this recipe May 2019. Updated June 2022 and June 2025.
This peanut butter Chocolate Overnight Oats recipe is my favorite meal prep breakfast or lunch! It’s packed with protein, takes 10 minutes, and literally tastes like dessert. I originally shared this recipe June 2023. Updated June 2025.
We’ve been making and loving this Lomo Saltado recipe for years! It has tender beef cooked in a stir-fry with fresh veggies and a delicious sauce, served with rice and french fries. How to make Lomo Saltado: Cook Beef: Season beef slices with salt, pepper, garlic, cumin, oregano, and oil and marinate for 10-15 minutes…
The best Lemon Ricotta Pancakes recipe makes fluffy, light pancakes that are truly gourmet. They are here to impress with only 15 minutes of work. How to make Lemon Ricotta Pancakes: Batter: Melt butter in microwave with milk then let cool. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl mix egg yolks, sugar,…
This old-fashioned Blackberry Cobbler recipe couldn’t be easier to make (I bet you have all the ingredients!) and works with fresh or frozen blackberries. How to make Blackberry Cobbler: Berries: Add half of the blackberries to a saucepan with 2 Tablespoons sugar and 1 Tablespoon lemon juice. Stir. Cook for a few minutes over medium…
This easy Peach Chutney recipe is bursting with flavor from fresh peaches, ginger and spices, and is delicious served over pork, chicken, fish, on a charcuterie board, sandwich, or wrap. I originally shared this recipe August 2015 . Updated July 2020, July 2022 and June 2025.
This creamy Pesto Pasta recipe tastes so fresh and flavorful it just can’t be beat! Make the simple pesto sauce in the food processor and have this pasta on the table in 30 minutes. If you love pasta recipes, you have to try Fettuccine Alfredo, Homemade Lasagna, Tuscan Chicken Pasta, Pasta Primavera, or Chicken Marsala…
Our easy homemade Focaccia recipe is so authentic tasting, with a golden and crispy golden exterior, delicious flavor, and fluffy and chewy inside. It’s the easiest no-knead recipe that anyone can make! How to make Focaccia: Make Dough: Using a food scale, weigh flour into a large mixing bowl then stir in salt, sugar, and…
This homemade Burrata Pizza recipe is going to win your next pizza night! It’s bursting with flavor from the fresh tomatoes, parmesan, burrata, arugula, and a drizzle of an incredible balsamic reduction to bring all the flavors together. How to make Burrata Pizza: Roll Out Dough and Spread Sauce: Use a rolling pin to roll…
The best BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches have tender pork coated in bbq sauce and served on a bun with a crunchy, tangy pineapple slaw. I’m telling you, the crowd will go wild! How to make BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches: Cook Pork: Make our pulled pork recipe in the slow cooker, oven, or instant pot. Shred…
The best Zucchini Cake recipe is made from scratch with so much flavor and a smooth cream cheese frosting spread on top. This is one of my favorite summer cakes! How to make Zucchini Cake: Make Cake Batter: Combine oil and sugars in a mixing bowl and beat with a hand mixer until well combined.…
The best Chicken Piccata recipe is crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and served with a creamy lemon sauce. It’s restaurant worthy and impressive while still being a 30-minute meal! How to make Lemon Chicken Piccata: Prep Chicken: Butterfly each chicken breast, slicing horizontally for 4 thin chicken breast fillets. Season with salt and pepper.…
If you haven’t tried Grilled Sweet Potatoes, you need to! We slice and toss them in olive oil, honey, garlic, and seasonings and grill them to perfection. I also included a creamy yogurt dip with fresh herbs that take it over the top! How to Grill Sweet Potatoes: Dipping sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in…
I’m convinced this is the best Quinoa Burger recipe; it’s so flavorful, packed with protein, and so easy to make. You won’t miss the meat! How to make Quinoa Burgers: Combine and Shape: Mix quinoa, brown rice, chopped spinach, red bell peppers, panko breadcrumbs, eggs, and spices in a large mixing bowl. Cover and refrigerate…
Our favorite easy Italian Pasta Salad recipe is delicious, filling, and perfect for a make-ahead lunch, picnic, or potluck. How to make Pasta Salad: Make Dressing and Cook Pasta: Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, parsley, onion, lemon juice, basil, oregano, salt, sugar, and pepper to make dressing. Cook Pasta according to package instructions drain…
