Recipes

In this vodka pan pizza, traditional margherita pizza is transformed by the addition of vodka sauce. Store bought dough and sauce will allow you to have pizza faster than delivery, start to finish.

For this gnocchi with sage butter and pancetta, fluffy potato gnocchi are tossed in browned butter with crispy pancetta and fried sage, then served atop a ricotta smear.

This one-pot tomato sausage pasta could not be more family-friendly. It features minimal prep and cleanup, and is ready in well under an hour. Simmering the pasta directly in marinara sauce makes a thick, hearty dish.

These quick and easy bang bang burritos feature breaded chicken strips, coleslaw mix, and a spicy 3-ingredient bang bang sauce. Wrapped in a flour tortilla and pan fried, they're hot, golden, and crunchy.

Use canned crab and English muffins to make these crab delights. They're perfect to serve as a party appetizer, but they also make a nice light lunch or dinner alongside a bowl of clam chowder.

These Mexican sopes are a hit at any party. Serve this appetizer with a variety of toppings such as beans, cheese, and meat.

These three-ingredient, keto-friendly air fryer jalapeño poppers are wrapped in bacon and ready in just 10 minutes.

These air fryer hush puppies are a bit denser than traditional deep-fried fritters, but overall, they're lighter because they're not cooked in all that oil. With just a subtle hint of heat from cayenne pepper, they're a perfect sidekick to fried fish or shrimp. And they're equally good with just a drizzle of honey!

Store-bought marinated artichoke hearts are expensive, and they're consumed faster than the time it takes to open the jar. I created this recipe with simple ingredients you most likely have on hand. The artichokes are delicious by themselves, but feel free to experiment and make an artichoke salad.

This garlic bread is made with sliced hot dog buns for a quick side. I stumbled upon this creation when I needed garlic bread but didn't have French bread. You'd never know the difference!

These brie phyllo cups are easy to make. If you are looking for a quick and delicious appetizer, this is for you. I've served them many times, and my friends always gobble them up — even cheese haters love them. You can find phyllo cups in the freezer section of a grocery store.

These fried zucchini flowers are golden, crunchy, and deliciously delicate inside. They're our favorite summer treat. In our family, we grow zucchini just for the flowers!

These classic deviled eggs are delightful. They're stuffed with a creamy blend of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and vinegar. I like to add garlic powder and garnish them with fresh dill.

This bang bang shrimp recipe tastes just like the appetizer at Bonefish Grill! The creamy sauce is sweet and spicy with just the right amount of kick!

This is a quick recipe for nachos with refried beans to serve at get-togethers or on a Sunday watching football. Everyone I have served these to has loved them.

These tortilla rollups are always a huge hit with the kids as well as the adults. A creamy, cheesy salsa mixture provides the filling. They are easy to make and may be prepared in advance.

This simple mushroom recipe is delicious as a side, appetizer, part of a salad, or even just a snack. How French of you!

This popcorn made with coconut oil is one of my favorite snacking alternatives.

I love these walking taco bags, and my family loves them too! I had this recipe at the Covered Bridge Festival in Indiana. The chip bag serves as a shell for the tacos.

How long does it take to make turkey meatballs in the oven? Not long! In under 30 minutes, you can turn ground turkey, spinach, bread crumbs, and some seasoning into healthy, delicious meatballs.

These spinach balls are easy to prep with stuffing mix, spinach, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and simple seasonings for a yummy baked savory side or appetizer.

This crostini recipe uses a baguette to make tiny toasts to serve with a festive dip or baked garlic!

The best cheeses for this fondue are Gruyère, Emmentaler, and sharp Cheddar. We tried a couple of different combinations and this recipe was our favorite. The Gruyère gives it a sweet and nutty flavor, the sharp Cheddar makes it tangy, and the Emmentaler blends it all together.

Learn how to roast almonds, then coat them in a sweet and salty honey glaze for a great snack.

This chocolate smoothie is naturally sweetened with bananas, so you don't have to add sugar to sweeten the cocoa. This healthy beverage is my go-to for a midday energy boost; the kids love it too!

Flour tortilla chips are easy to make with this simple recipe! We first had these while on vacation in the Caribbean. We now prefer these to store-bought corn tortilla chips.

Pan-fry potatoes in a skillet to make quick and easy fries that are sure to please.

This garlic toast recipe is quick to make and scrumptious to eat! It will complement any Italian meal. Melted mozzarella is optional but delicious.

These healthy banana-oatmeal cookies are flour free, sugar free, and naturally sweetened with bananas. You can have great cookies for breakfast or any time of the day without guilt. You can grind the oats into flour if you prefer. A little bonus for me was that my 11-year-old brother loved these, even after they had been in the refrigerator!

These fried green beans are best served with ranch dressing. Fresh green beans are blanched, then deep-fried to a golden crispness that nobody can resist.

Easy air fryer hard-boiled eggs with perfect yolks in just 15 minutes. I love not having to wait for the water to boil and not having to wash the pot!

Popcorn chicken is a dish of bite-sized chunks of deep-fried chicken that are sure to be a family favorite. I love to serve the chicken with mashed potatoes and green beans.

This chia seed pudding with coconut milk is a healthy alternative to processed desserts. Chia seeds make great desserts and are high in omega-3s. This recipe uses agave (or stevia, if you prefer) as a sweetener instead of sugar. Stir again before serving and top with fresh fruit and another dash of cinnamon or spices.

These colorful caprese skewers with bite-sized portions of mozzarella cheese, tomato, and basil make the perfect appetizer for holiday parties.

This egg roll sauce beats the flavor of the included sauce that comes in the box. It's a quick and easy dipping sauce that requires only a few Asian ingredients.

Gambas al ajillo are on every Spanish restaurant menu — for good reason! It's a classic tapas dish of shrimp cooked in garlic-infused olive oil with smoky paprika and a splash of sherry. Make sure you have all your ingredients together before you start as this dish comes together in minutes. Spoon over toasted bread and serve hot for an irresistible appetizer.

I make mummy hot dogs every Halloween. Super simple and fun to do with just 2 ingredients! The kids love to decorate them with mustard eyes.

These baked cheese crisps are very simple to make with just shredded Cheddar cheese for a crunchy, savory snack. You can make them with Parmesan, Asiago, or aged mozzarella, if you prefer. They're great for anyone on a keto, low-carb, grain-free, or gluten-free diet.

This calamari air fryer recipe lets you enjoy crispy calamari guilt-free! Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges if desired.

This garlic bread spread recipe makes tasty homemade garlic bread that goes great with most Italian dishes. I usually make it with chicken Parmesan. Delicious!

Roasted butternut squash seeds are delicious. Next time you prepare butternut or acorn squash — save the seeds and have yourself a nutritious little snack!

Tamago is a Japanese rolled omelet, also known as tamagoyaki. The omelet is sweet, has a light texture, and works well when served over sushi rice with soy and wasabi sauce for dipping.

This ham salad with hard-cooked eggs, mayonnaise, and pickle relish is quick and easy to make. Serve with assorted crackers.

Learn how to make elote en vaso with this easy recipe for Mexican street food at its finest! Every time I visit El Paso or Mexico, the craving for elote steps into high gear. Now I can make it at home anytime. Feel free to adjust the proportions of lime juice, crema, cheese, and spices to taste. I like to make it fancy by serving it in a pretty glass; the taste is sweet, crunchy, fiery, and juicy no matter how you serve it.

We love lemon-pepper wings, especially during football season. I got tired of spending so much money on them that I decided to whip up my own version of Wingstop's lemon-pepper chicken wings. The end result was an empty platter and pleased bellies.

Kettle corn is an old-fashioned, county fair treat. Your family will never want plain popcorn again! If you use white sugar, it will taste like popcorn balls; if you use brown sugar, it will taste like caramel corn.

Sweet dates are stuffed with creamy goat cheese, then wrapped with salty bacon to make addictive little flavor bombs that are perfect for your next party!

Make these savory puff pastry twists with Parmesan and Everything seasoning when you need a bite of crunchy, tasty bread for dinner, or as an easy appetizer. Add some ketchup or Dijon mustard for dipping.

These chicken salad Easter rolls are the cutest, and they're a whole lot easier to make than they look. Crescent roll dough, chicken salad, and celery tops, and there you have it: Easter on a platter.

Roasted green beans are a great alternative to fries, and they're better for you, too! This vegetable side dish of crisp, tender, caramelized green beans is so easy, you can dish it up after just 15 minutes in the oven. I make it for fancy dinners and weeknight suppers. My family and friends love these beans as a snack — no matter how many I make, it's never enough!

Muddy Buddies are a fun, sweet, and crunchy cereal snack mix that's easy to make. Another popular name for this favorite mix is puppy food. Chow down — it's doggone good!

These potato cakes are simple and quick to make with only a few ingredients. Great with any meal and kids of all ages love 'em!