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Poultry Recipes

Best Buffalo Chicken Wrap (Life Changing Recipe!)

buffalo chicken wrap ready to eat

I love this recipe because it has it all: kick from the buffalo sauce, crunch from the veggies and crispy onions, creamy sauce, and tender chicken, all tied together in a flour tortilla so that you get everything in every bite!  Now I know it has few more ingredients and steps than some classic buffalo chicken wrap recipes, but I guarantee it is worth it and why this one is the best. The Best Buffalo Chicken Wrap Wraps are a great option for a quick and easy meal.  They are ... continue reading...


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All Time Favorite Recipes Appetizers and Snacks Healthy Meals Salads

Creamy Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

creamy buttermilk ranch dressing and dip perfect for summer

I love ranch dressing.ย  I spent several years in California where I learned to appreciate ranch dressing with pizza - just do not tell my friends in NYC.ย  I typically have a bottle of Hidden Valley Ranch in my fridge as it helps coax my kids into eating more vegetables.ย  However, sometimes I like to make my own, especially in summer with the abundance of fresh herbs and veggies there is nothing better than homemade buttermilk ranch dressing on a summer salad. Buttermilk Ranch ... continue reading...


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All Time Favorite Recipes Appetizers and Snacks Mexican Food

The Best Queso Recipe (restaurant version)

the best queso enjoyed with chips

Queso is delicious.  It is gooey, cheesy, and spicy.  It is an absolute comfort food and something that is at its best when made with simple, grocery store ingredients.  But for those of you that love queso as much as I do, it is much more than the sum of itโ€™s basic ingredients or cheese, chiles, tomato and spices. The Best Queso Queso is a quintessential Tex-Mex dish.  It is typically served with tortilla chips as a dip but can also be used to top french fries, baked ... continue reading...


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Appetizers and Snacks Ingredient Mexican Food

Easy Homemade Crema Mexicana Recipe

Homemade Crema Mexicana with fresh cilantro and lime juice

Crema Mexicana (or Mexican style sour cream) is rich, smooth, slightly sweet and pourable.  It works great as a condiment or as a substitute for sour cream or creme fraiche in dip and sauce recipes. Homemade Crema Mexicana After trying a few different versions of this recipe I landed on this one because of its ease, not needing to sit overnight and still having a great flavor and texture.  If you are like me and usually in a rush for dinner I tend to buy Crema Mexicana at our ... continue reading...


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Recipes Side Dishes

Chinese Green Bean Stir Fry Recipe (Easy & Delicious!)

green beans stir fry

With the easiest steps and ingredient list, learn how to prepare this tasty still authentic Chinese green bean stir fry recipe. You just need to prepare the sweet soy sauce, mince some fresh garlic and ginger, and sautรฉ all of them together with the green beans. The wok makes the most of the work, to be honest. Green beans make such a healthy and easy side dish recipe when stir-fried with fresh ginger and garlic that you just can't resist it! Soy sauce adds a depth of flavor that is perfect ... continue reading...


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Mexican Food Recipes

Authenticย Shrimp Fajita Marinade Recipe

One authentic Mexican restaurant dish we all love is shrimp fajitas. However, they are rather expensive to consume at a restaurant whenever you crave some. So, why won't we learn how to make them at home in less than 30 minutes? The best and easiest way to cook shrimp fajitas is on the stovetop. They are quick, easy to prepare, and come together in one pan with no fuss. A 15-minute recipe that gathers all the Mexican flavors we love. ย  How Do You Know Shrimp Is Cooked? No matter what ... continue reading...


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Dinner Pasta and Noodles Recipes

Creamy Steak Pasta Recipe (Life Changing!)

Best Steak Pasta Recipe

My two favorite dishes combined? Is this a real thing? Well, apparently, yes! Steak pasta is a usual dish in some cultures and it should taste delicious, considering we love the two of them so much! The perfect meal for any basic weeknight dinner and also a fancy course for a nice gathering with special guests when sprinkled with some fresh chopped basil. Just transform this hearty and creamy steak pasta into whatever your dinner table requires. They are sure to please any pasta lover and steak ... continue reading...


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Recipes

Smoked Chicken Thighs Recipe (Easy & Delicious!)

Who doesn't need a smoked chicken thighs recipe at hand for all those barbecue gatherings in summer with friends and loved ones? So, I decided to bring you the best recipe I could find after in-depth research. I also found some super helpful tips like: How to Make the Best Smoked Chicken Thighs What I love about this recipe is the fact I can also prepare the thighs using the same ingredient list and instructions, but in the oven. Sometimes my whole family craves some smoked chicken ... continue reading...


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Dinner Recipes

Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppersย (Easy & Delicious!)

Ground Turkey Stuffed Pepper

These juicy bell peppers are stuffed with ground turkey stir fry and more tasty ingredients. Nothing compares to taking a bite of fresh right out of the oven ground turkey stuffed peppers. Melted cheese, well-cooked rice, and succulent turkey make a classic combo that never gets old. This dish has Italian influences since the stuffing is bound together by a cheese and mashed tomatoes sauce. The juice from all the vegetables and turkey are released while the peppers bake, creating such a ... continue reading...


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Appetizers and Snacks Recipes

Classic Sour Cream and Onion Dip

sour cream onion dip enjoyed with cucumber sticks

If you are like me I am sure you have made or eaten plenty of sour cream and onion dips that are made with onion soup mix or flavoring packets.  Now those can be good, but this dip is GREAT! The only problem is that it is sooo good I always have to make a double batch because we eat it so quickly. Sour Cream and Onion Dip This recipe really allows the two main ingredients of sour cream and the rich, caramelized sweet onions to shine, and the result is an extremely cravable dip. I ... continue reading...


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Appetizers and Snacks Mexican Food Recipes

Cilantro Lime Crema Mexicana Dip

cilantro lime crema mexicana dip ready to enjoy with fresh veggies

This is a fresh and herbaceous cilantro-lime dip that is only 3 ingredients, Crema Mexicana, limes, and cilantro, and is amazing drizzled on tacos, nachos, quesadillas, or on grilled or roasted meats and vegetables.  I love this recipe because it is so simple and so fresh! Cilantro Lime Crema Mexicana Dip I prefer to make this Cilantro Lime Crema Mexicana Dip with Crema Mexicana instead of sour cream because it is a little sweeter and thinner than sour cream.  But if you cannot ... continue reading...


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Appetizers and Snacks Mexican Food Recipes

Cheesy Queso Inspired Sour Cream Dip

ready to enjoy cheesy queso inspired sour cream dip

Sour Cream based dips are delicious.  I love dips that can work well with veggies, chips, crackers and can be enjoyed while watching football on Sundays or when having friends over to hang out in the backyard.  I found that this recipe is always a crowd pleaser and can work for any occasion. Cheesy Queso Inspired Sour Cream Dip I am a huge fan of queso (here is my restaurant style queso recipe), but it is often not realistic to whip up at home without substantially more prep ... continue reading...


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