Entertaining/Holidays

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Beef, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Slow cooker
As soon as the air turns chillier, one of the first foods that comes to my mind is a hearty beef stew. Large and fork tender chunks of beef, paired with simple root vegetables sitting in a rich tomato sauce is a scene commercials are made out of! This recipe...

Bacon Recipes for Dad on Father's Day (#SundaySupper)

Entertaining/Holidays
When thinking about one Dad's favorite foods, bacon has got to be in the top three! The salty, crispy, fatty strips are such a beloved food that it's become an obsession for many and even adding it to chocolate, ice cream, donuts and more. We can't get enough of these...

Pan Roasted Corn Salsa

Entertaining/Holidays, Vegetarian
Salsa is a party favorite! This summer, why not get away from the norm and try a new spin in ingredients. This recipe for Pan Roasted Corn Salsa take fresh ears of corn, cherry tomatoes and other salsa staples like fresh cilantro, Serrano pepper, red onion and lime juice and...

Strawberry Horchata Milkshake

Desserts, Drinks & cocktails, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly, Vegetarian
At my house, no Mexican feast is complete without our favorite drink, Horchata! A milky drink made from rice and cinnamon, horchata is a sweet treat that is always so refreshing. This bewildering Chicago heatwave is causing the kids to beg delicious icy treats. So, I decided to take powdered...

Watermelon Basil Fizz for @KenmoreConnect

Desserts, Drinks & cocktails, Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly
Summer brings us such an abundance of fruits and vegetables. Taking what’s best of the season and creating great recipes with them, not only creates great meals, but also memories of the amazing Summer that your kids will remember for years to come. One of my fondest memories of summertime...

Rainbow Carrots & Edemame Fried Rice

Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly
I don't know about you, but in my house, fried rice is an absolute favorite! We all know fried rice may not be the best foods for you, but it sure is delicious. Another thing I love about fried rice is that it can be very filling and satisfying, especially...

Bolognese Sauce

Entertaining/Holidays, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly, Pasta
Bolognese Sauce is an Italian classic recipe and one of those recipes that someone always has a secret ingredient for. One ingredient that many of my Italian friends and acquaintances have told me that they swear will always turn out a finger-licking bolognese is using soup bones. It makes perfect sense to...

{Momma Cuisine Show} Episode 13: Vegetable Latkes

Entertaining/Holidays
A traditional Kosher food, Latkes are made with matzo meal instead of flour or breadcrumbs like we see in other potato or vegetable pancake recipes. Matzo or matzah, is basically unleavened bread. They story is that during the Jew's exodus from Egypt, they left so quickly that they didn't have...

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Chimichurri Chicken: An Easy Weeknight Dinner the Whole Family Will Eat

Poultry, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
Most weeknights in our kitchen come down to the same question at about 5:15: what can I do with this pack of chicken that won't get pushed around the plate? For the past couple of years the answer has been chimichurri chicken. The chopping takes 15 minutes, the marinade does...

Healthy Homemade Stir-Fry Sauces With Less Sugar and Sodium

30 minutes or less
Photo by Lisa Fotios Stir-fry is one of the easiest ways to turn a handful of fresh ingredients into a satisfying meal. With colorful vegetables, lean protein, and a hot skillet or wok, dinner can come together quickly without requiring complicated cooking techniques. The sauce, however, is what often brings...

Easy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Desserts, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
There is something about homemade cinnamon rolls that turns an ordinary morning into an occasion.Soft, pillowy and swirled with cinnamon sugar, they feel indulgent, yet they come together with simple pantry staples and a little patience.In our home, a warm tray of these on the weekend is one of those...

11 Refreshing Indian Summer Beverages to Enjoy in the USA

Drinks & cocktails
From cooling mango lassi to tart aam panna, these are authentic Indian drinks that beat the American summer heat. As temperatures rise across much of the United States during summer, hydration becomes a growing concern. According to the U.S. National Weather Service, heat remains one of the leading weather-related causes...

10 High Protein Desserts (Healthy & Easy Recipes)

Desserts
Let's be real — you want dessert. The problem is that most "healthy" versions taste like sweetened cardboard, and the ones that actually taste good are packed with sugar and basically zero nutrition. So you're stuck choosing between your cravings and your goals. It's exhausting. Here's the good news: high...

Why Hiring a Professional Bartender Changes the Entire Party Experience

Drinks & cocktails
Most parties have a moment, usually about an hour in, where the host disappears behind the kitchen island to pour drinks and never quite resurfaces. Someone wanders in looking for ice. Someone else is hunting for a corkscrew. The music gets louder to compensate. The host's evening, in any meaningful...

From Roast to Leftovers: 6 Meals You Can Make from One Whole Chicken

Poultry
Image by Grafvision from Getty Images via Canva.com A whole roast chicken is one of the smartest ways to plan a week of meals. It feels generous enough for a proper family dinner, yet practical enough to stretch into several dishes without extra shopping trips. When you approach it with...

Casual Elegance at the Table

Poultry, Vegetarian, 30 minutes or less
Simple, Affordable Recipes for February & March There’s something beautiful about this time of year. February still asks for warmth — cozy meals, slow roasts, comforting bowls. But by March, you start craving brightness… citrus, greens, something fresh. In our home, this is what I call casual elegance season. Food...

Easy Weeknight Meals with Grass Fed Beef Tallow

Beef
When it comes to preparing quick and healthy meals, grass fed beef tallow is a fantastic option. This cooking fat, made from the fat of cows that eat grass, is making waves in kitchens everywhere. For busy moms looking for easy weeknight meals that are both nutritious and delicious, grass...

5 Easy Fall Recipes with Only 5 Ingredients

Pasta, Desserts, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays, Baked/Roasted, Vegetarian
When the weather cools and the leaves begin to turn, we all crave comfort food that’s warm, flavorful, and simple to make. These 5 fall recipes are made with just five main ingredients — not counting pantry basics like salt, pepper, and olive oil that most home cooks already have...

3 Easy One-Pot Dinner Combos for Busy Weeknights

Poultry, Beef, Seafood
When life gets hectic, the last thing you want to deal with is a pile of dishes. That’s where one-pot dinners come in — simple, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Whether you're feeding your family or just cooking for yourself, these three easy one-pot dinner recipes are designed to minimize cleanup...

Easy Fall Salad Recipes to Enjoy Seasonal Produce: Sweet Potatoes, Apples, Beets & More

Salads, Entertaining/Holidays
Wholesome, vibrant, and full of autumn flavors Fall is the perfect time to bring seasonal fruits, roasted vegetables, hearty grains, and crunchy nuts together to create salads that are both nourishing and satisfying. These aren’t your average summer side salads—they’re cozy, colorful, and make the most of everything autumn has...