Mini Strawberry Pie Cups with Flaky Crust

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Strawberries are one of my favorite fruits, especially when they are sweet, ripe, and full of fresh flavor. I usually choose organic strawberries whenever I can, so it has been disappointing not to find them at Trader Joe’s for the past few months. The only other nearby store I knew had them, but at about … Read more

Light Make Ahead Ginger Mousse Recipe

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This ginger mousse is a light, silky, make-ahead dessert with a clean, warming ginger flavor. It feels elegant enough for a dinner party, but the method is straightforward and uses simple ingredients. The key to this ginger mousse recipe is fresh ginger. Instead of relying only on dried spice, the ginger is gently simmered and … Read more

Red White and Blue Tequila Pina Colada Recipe

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Celebrate the 4th of July with a festive Red, White & Blue Tequila Piña Colada that brings tropical flavor and patriotic color to your summer table. This refreshing cocktail blends Tequila Blanco, mezcal, Piña colada mix, pineapple juice, and freshly squeezed lime juice, then serves it over bold red or blue ice cubes for a … Read more

Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies Recipe

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Soft Sugar Cookies are a timeless homemade treat with tender centers, lightly sweet flavor, and an easy drop-cookie method that keeps the process simple. These soft sugar cookies are perfect for holiday cookie trays, parties, school events, cookie exchanges, or any day you want a classic dessert that tastes fresh from your own kitchen. Soft … Read more

Authentic German Potato Salad with Bacon and Vinegar

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This warm German potato salad is full of bold, balanced flavor: tender baby red potatoes, smoky bacon, red onion, fresh green herbs, mustard, and a tangy vinegar dressing. It is satisfying without being heavy, and it tastes delicious served hot from the skillet, slightly warm, or chilled the next day. What Is German Potato Salad? … Read more

Italian Marinated Mushrooms Appetizer Recipe

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These Italian mushrooms are a simple, flavorful appetizer that makes a wonderful opening bite for a special dinner, holiday meal, or relaxed gathering. They are light, savory, and finished with a bright lemon-caper cream sauce that gives every mushroom a fresh, tangy finish.

This easy mushroom appetizer comes together in about 20 minutes and uses a short list of ingredients. It is also budget-friendly, with the original recipe costing around $5.00 to prepare. Serve it before dinner, add it to an appetizer tray, or enjoy it as a small side dish when you want something warm and satisfying without a lot of work.

A plate of mushrooms with cream and parsley slathered over them.
These Italian mushrooms are one of our many easy appetizer ideas.

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Creamy Instant Pot Chicken and Bacon Carbonara

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Our family enjoys eating out, but we enjoy saving money even more. Chicken carbonara is one of those rich, comforting pasta dinners that always feels special, so I wanted to make an easier homemade version that could be prepared without a restaurant bill. This one pot Instant Pot Chicken and Bacon Carbonara is creamy, hearty, … Read more

Apricot BBQ Ribs with Sweet Smoky Glaze

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Apricot BBQ Ribs are tender, juicy, smoky, and finished with a sticky-sweet glaze that makes every bite memorable. If you are craving baby back ribs with deep barbecue flavor, a flavorful dry rub, hickory smoke, and a glossy apricot BBQ sauce, this recipe is a great choice for your next cookout or family dinner. The … Read more

Salmon Sushi Bowl Recipe with Chirashi Style Rice

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March is Nutrition Month, and this nourishing Salmon Sushi Bowl Recipe is a delicious way to celebrate. Made with smoked wild sockeye salmon, sushi rice, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, nori, sesame seeds, and a quick wasabi mayonnaise, these bowls deliver all the flavor of sushi without the need to roll, slice, or order takeout. This … Read more

Cut Out Sugar Cookie Recipe for Perfect Shapes

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After 15 years of baking, sharing recipes online, and working in three different bakeries, I can honestly say this is my favorite cut out sugar cookie recipe for decorating. It has been my go-to recipe for years because it makes cookies that taste delicious, roll out beautifully, and hold their shape in the oven. They … Read more