Days like these are perfect for cooking a big pot of chili beans, don’t you think? The basis for this turkey chili recipe comes from my friend Kelsey’s mom Janeen. It’s one of their family favorites. How to Make Ground Turkey Chili This chili uses naturally lean ground turkey, plenty of black beans, onions, carrots, and red bell peppers, and can be made in one big pot. First we sauté onions, carrots, and bell pepper in olive oil....
Let’s cut right to the chase: If you smell or look at a package of raw chicken and it gives you the willies in a way other raw chicken does not, think twice about using it. Bacteria causes spoilage, as I’m sure you know. We’re programmed to worry about salmonella, since salmonella can be present on chicken that looks totally fine. But if you cook chicken to 165°F, it’s safe to eat....
Loaded Potato Wedges Loaded Potato Wedges take center stage at any party or game day event in our family. They’re the perfect little bite sized appetizer for tail gate parties, game nights, just about any occasion! We also make a big batch of these for dinner sometimes and serve them with a green salad. These potatoes are crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, covered with melted cheese, crisp crumbly bacon and cool, tangy sour cream....
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French Bread Pizza is one of those quick and easy suppers that I turn to often, especially on busy weeknights. As quickly as you can defrost and heat up a frozen pizza, you can have fresh pizza with all your favorite pizza toppings on light, fluffy bread with loads of cheese and delicious sauce. This is one of my favorite recipes because it is fast, easy to make and so fun for your kids to dress up any way they like....
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These sausage egg rolls made with our homemade sweet and sour sauce have to be my favorite kind of egg roll! Super easy and quick to make, these egg rolls are perfect to add as an appetizer, side dish, or snack! It is always fun to cook and load the egg roll wrapper with this easy sausage mixture. Skip the takeout once you try these homemade egg rolls! Egg rolls are a classic and always a favorite in our home!...
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I have not been able to discover the exact origin of this version of enchiladas, but I think they are popular in Northern Mexico, west Texas and in New Mexico. The bottom line: delicioso! Ingredients for Traditional Enchiladas In Mexico, there are as many ways of making enchiladas as there are cooks and every family has a favorite recipe. Generally speaking, there are four components to traditional enchiladas: tortillas, sauce, filling and garnishes....
Why? A well-roasted bird makes an undeniably beautiful presentation on your holiday table. Also, of course, the snap of salty, crisp skin with each tender morsel of meat is a little bite of heaven. In the end, we want a bird with tender, flavorful meat, and deeply golden, crispy skin. The goal is to inject the meat with moisture while eliminating it from the skin. Dry Skin = Crispy Skin Ultimately, you want dry skin....
If you have, then you probably know that they are crazy delicious. My son and I can demolish a package of these in no time at all, which is totally dangerous and led to me banning myself from buying them. It did not stop me from coming up with a homemade version, however. Why Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookies Are the Best Usually, I prefer the classic chewy-gooey-in-the-middle and crisp-around-the-edges kind of chocolate chip cookie, but these crispy chocolate chip cookies are an exception....
This recipe started out as Piper Davis’ pumpkin bread from her excellent cookbook, The Grand Central Baking Book. Eventually, I veganized it by replacing the eggs with ground flaxseed, plus a few other tweaks. It’s been my go-to recipe for years. It’s a bit sweeter and cakier than other pumpkin breads, and it reminds me of the slices they sell at Starbucks—except moister. I love it with a cup of coffee....
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The simplest versions call for only vodka and chocolate liqueur or crème de cacao, while more robust recipes also include Irish liqueur, chocolate syrup, and/or vanilla simple syrup. I’ve chosen an approach that’s right in the middle to a create a well-balanced chocolaty drink that doesn’t require a degree in mixology. Who Invented the Chocolate Martini? Most cocktails have origins with professional bartenders, but the chocolate martini was invented by classic movie star Rock Hudson....
While this salad was made to be served alongside hearty fare like pizza, chicken parmesan, or pasta dishes, it is plenty hearty enough to be the star of dinner on its own. It also makes wonderful lunches! Homemade Italian Vinaigrette I make my vinaigrette by combining fresh lemon juice, mustard, vinegar, olive oil, sugar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a glass jar with a lid. Shake it up for a few seconds to combine the ingredients and its ready to go!...
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The combination of lemon rind, candied ginger, molasses, and cloves ensures these easy-to-make cookies are requested for every holiday dessert bar. The sparkly sugar coating balances the spice from ginger in these little gems. Make the dough weeks in advance and freeze it. Then slice and bake as you need them! What Is an Icebox Cookie? Like many butter-based cookies, icebox cookies start by creaming butter and sugar together, adding egg and then flour, along with any spices or flavorings....
