If you want to skip the usual holiday birds, there are plenty of exciting ways to create a memorable festive meal. Moving away from turkey, ham, and chicken gives you the chance to surprise your guests with something new and delicious they’ll remember for years. Whether you’re aiming for a fancy, upscale feast or a … Read more
How To Make New York Style Cheesecake? New York-style cheesecake is a favorite dessert for my husband, Michael. In fact, almost 20 years ago, the first time I met my future mother-in-law, she told me that the way to Michael’s heart was through his stomach and that she bribed him with a slice of cheesecake … Read more
White velvet cake has the same luscious texture and tangy flavor as red velvet cake, minus the red food coloring and cocoa. While many vanilla cakes are yellow-tinted, this white velvet cake recipe uses egg whites and buttermilk for a bright white crumb. Not to mention, every bite is light but also moist and as … Read more
When talking about fashion from the past, we can’t help but remember the iconic permanent (chemical) curling irons, the ones that transformed straight hair into gorgeous curls. At the beginning of the 20th century, these were ordinary metal or plastic cylinders. At first glance, they looked nothing special, but they marked the beginning of an … Read more
Ingredients Instructions (Ready in Minutes!) Prepare the Pan Heat the Base Melt the Chocolate Add the Good Stuff Set the Fudge Slice & Serve Time & Yield Flavor Variations (So Easy!) Pro Tips for Perfect Fudge Stir constantly to avoid scorchingDon’t overheat—remove from heat once marshmallows meltToast nuts for deeper flavor Use parchment paper for … Read more
Introduction to Crock Pot Poor Man’s Stew Crock Pot Poor Man’s Stew (also known as Hamburger Stew or Ground Beef Stew) is a hearty, budget-friendly comfort food classic that’s perfect for feeding a family without breaking the bank. This slow-cooked dish combines affordable ground beef with potatoes, carrots, onions, and a rich tomato-based gravy, resulting … Read more
Introduction to Classic Chipped Beef Cheese Ball The Chipped Beef Cheese Ball (also known as Dried Beef Cheese Ball) is a beloved retro appetizer that’s creamy, savory, and irresistibly salty. This crowd-pleasing party staple features softened cream cheese mixed with finely chopped dried beef, green onions, and seasonings, then shaped into a ball and coated … Read more
Introduction to Red Beans and Rice Red Beans and Rice is a quintessential Louisiana Creole dish, known for its hearty, comforting flavors and deep cultural roots in New Orleans cuisine. This soul-warming meal features tender red kidney beans simmered slowly with smoky sausage, aromatic vegetables, and spices, served over fluffy white rice. It’s traditionally prepared … Read more
This timeless beet recipe is loved for its vibrant color, earthy sweetness, and powerful health benefits. Perfect served cold or at room temperature. Ingredients For the Beets For the Marinade Optional Add-Ins (Highly Recommended) Instructions Cook the Beets Option A: Boiling (Classic Method) Option B: Roasting (More Flavorful) Slice the Beets Make the Marinade In … Read more
Description These melt-in-your-mouth truffles have a soft coconut center, coated in smooth white chocolate and finished with crunchy chocolate shavings. They look fancy but are incredibly easy to make — no oven needed! Ingredients (Makes about 20–24 truffles) For the truffle filling: For coating: For topping (optional but recommended): Instructions Make the Coconut Dough In … Read more