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S’mores Tart

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This S'mores Tart is a fun and simple dessert, perfect for the summer!  A graham cracker crust is filled with a layer of melted chocolate, marshmallow fluff, and topped the S'mores ingredients. This post contains affiliate links. S'mores in the summer is pretty much mandatory.  Any time we go camping, s'mores is the first thing on the list.  I also love to serve up s'mores at summer parties.  This S'mores Tart is a great way to enjoy those same classic flavors of graham ... continue reading...

Cherry Limeade Tart

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Celebrate summers with this fast and simple Cherry Limeade Tart! This post contains affiliate links. Cherry limeade reminds me of summers off from school.  I don't really think about cherry limeade except for during the warmer months.  It is pretty common to find this flavor combination in drinks, but not too common in foods and desserts.  This Cherry Limeade Tart brings those same great flavors into a simple and fast tart recipe. This Cherry Limeade Tart has a lime ... continue reading...

Black Forest Tart

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Classic black forest flavors of chocolate, cream, and cherries in a simple and Black Forest Tart, This post contains affiliate links. The black forest flavors of chocolate, cherries, and cream just go so well together.  Loving tarts, I knew I needed to combine these flavors.  Tarts like this Black Forest Tart are a great dessert for parties and entertaining because they feel a little fancy while being so simple.   Find more of our tart and dessert recipes ... continue reading...

Patriotic American Flag Fruit Tart

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This Patriotic American Flag Fruit Tart is a simple summer dessert featuring lemon, fresh strawberries, and fresh blueberries. This post contains affiliate links. I love a good fruit tart.  And with berries in season during the summer, this is a perfect way to add some American patriotism to your cookout or BBQ!  The crust and filling is slightly flavored with some lemon zest to bring brightness to the tart. I feel like having something red, white, and blue or boldy ... continue reading...

Chocolate Espresso Tart

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A quick and simple Chocolate Espresso Tart for a rich and indulgent dessert.  A soft cocoa cookie crust is filled with coffee infused cream cheese, topped with chocolate hazelnut spread, chopped chocolate covered espresso beans, and chocolate chips. This post contains affiliate links. I have been a fan of Kahlúa Cream Cheese Pie from Marie Callender's since I was a kid.  All the locations around me have closed, so it is always a treat when I stumble upon one when ... continue reading...

Chocolate Peppermint Tart

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This Chocolate Peppermint Tart is ready in just 30 minutes and a fun dessert for the holidays!  A cocoa crust is filled with a peppermint cream cheese filling and topped with crushed candy canes. This post contains affiliate links. My desire to bake always amplifies during the holidays.  Pretty much as soon as the cooler weather hits and the holidays are in sight, I want to make a bunch of baked goods that are ignored the rest of the year.  And because of this, I ... continue reading...

Cranberry Orange Tart

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This Cranberry Orange Tart has a smooth, cream cheese filling flavored with dried cranberries and fresh orange zest in a soft cookie-like shell. This post contains affiliate links. I am a pie and tart girl.  I will take them over cake any day.  I love to take a simple tart base recipe and have been experimenting with fun and new flavors.  Cranberry and orange are such a great flavor combination, and I love to use them especially during the holiday season.  ... continue reading...

Individual S’Mores Tarts

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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PerfectionWithPost #CerealAnytime #CollectiveBiasI love camping in the summer and it is MANDATORY that we have s'mores each and every time.  S'mores are a summer classic, and I want to enjoy those same flavors even when I am not camping.  These Individual S'Mores Tarts are full of the same great toasty flavors of your favorite campfire treat.  And the best part is you can eat ... continue reading...

Pumpkin Spice Butterscotch Tart

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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BakeHolidayGoodness #CollectiveBiasThe holidays are coming!  And that means your crazy busy, on-the-go life is going to get even busier!  This is when I like to rely on recipes that are fast and easy without sacrificing flavor like this Pumpkin Spice Butterscotch Tart!  Schedules are hectic enough between work, school, events, activities, and more, so having something delicious, fast, and ... continue reading...

Getting Started with Blogging

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When I was first trying to start this blog, I was overwhelmed with all of the information out there.  Where do I start? How do I know what to pick?!?  After doing all that research (I am the planning type), I have compiled a list of the initial steps to take in order to start blogging on your own.  I will be creating additional posts in this series as you continue to build your own blog, so be on the lookout for those! 1) First thing is first -- you need to pick a name!  Without a name, you ... continue reading...

Loaded Smashed Brussels Sprouts

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These Loaded Smashed Brussels Sprouts are loaded up with the same great toppings of a potato skin in a healthy vegetable format! Loaded Smashed Brussels Sprouts These smashed brussels sprouts are SO good! I whipped them up as an easy side and everyone loved them, including people that are not a big fan of brussels sprouts. What makes something "loaded?" Well, like a loaded baked potato, it means lots of butter, cheese, sour cream, bacon, and chives (or green onions). Someone said ... continue reading...

Birria de Res

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Birria de Res is a classic regional Mexican stew. Made with lots of flavorful peppers and spices, you will fall in love with this amazing recipe! I have fallen in love with Birria de Res! The sauce is just so good with all of the dried peppers, and the beef is versatile in so many ways! This is the birria recipe for the classic Birria de Res itself, which you can do so much with. Eat it as a stew, shred it up for tacos, or try one of our birria recipes using the meat! This is now ... continue reading...

Red White and Blue Jello Shots Stars

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Red White and Blue Jello Shots Stars is the perfect 4th of July dessert recipe! This post contains affiliate links. Red White and Blue Jello Shots I first started making mosaic jello shots for game day to celebrate certain teams such as for the Super Bowl. But I quickly started making them for holidays as well, and using small cookie cutters! I just love these patriotic jello shots and they are always a huge hit! Making red, white, and blue recipes for the 4th of July is ... continue reading...

Copycat Olive Garden Tuscan Garlic Chicken

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Bring the restaurant home with this Copycat Olive Garden Tuscan Garlic Chicken! Pasta is tossed in a creamy garlic sauce with spinach, red peppers, garlic, and chicken. I really love finding restaurant dishes that I love and trying to recreate them at home as close as I can, especially with Copycat Olive Garden recipes. This Copycat Olive Garden Tuscan Garlic Chicken may not be on the menu any more, but you can recreate it at home! Pasta Noodles So the classic Olive Garden ... continue reading...

Cod with Grapefruit Relish

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This Cod with Grapefruit Relish is a fresh, fast, and easy dinner recipe. Healthy cod is topped with a citrus relish after being pan seared. I just love fresh and bright flavors, and this white fish recipe is just that! At first, I was a little skeptical about going this direction with the basil and grapefruit relish. But it is SO good! I could eat a bowl of it just by itself. The red onion is subtle and brings just a little spice and crunch, with the basil bringing an earthy ... continue reading...

Black Refried Beans

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These homemade Black Refried Beans are delicious and an easy side dish for any Mexican recipe! I have always bought refried beans in a can, and they work just fine. But once I started making homemade refried beans, I was hooked! Black Refried Beans are SO easy to make and full of flavor. They are also a vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free recipe which makes them flexible for many dietary needs. Canned versus Dried Beans I chose to use canned black beans for this recipe. The ... continue reading...

Lemon Pepper Shrimp

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Lemon Pepper Shrimp are a perfect fast and easy dinner recipe with a lot of flavor! These Lemon Pepper Shrimp were inspired by my Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings. The sauce was just SO good and SO easy that I knew it would be amazing with shrimp as well! Cleaning and Preparing Shrimp You can use any size of shrimp that you want for this recipe. I prefer something in the large to jumbo range. There are a few things you want to keep in mind any time you are cooking with ... continue reading...

Sourdough Olive Bread

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This Sourdough Olive Bread is packed with flavor in a delicious and easy homemade bread! If you are new to making homemade bread, welcome! It is SO delicious and you will never want to buy store bought bread again. This Sourdough Olive Bread is made with sourdough starter. I am just obsessed with sourdough! Being from San Francisco, it is in my blood. And so many sourdough breads are not up to par. But with the pandemic and a surge in cooking at home, making bread at home, ... continue reading...

Cod Pomodoro with Asparagus

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This Cod Pomodoro with Asparagus is an easy Italian seafood recipe packed with lots of flavor. I love a good one pot meal and this Cod recipe is a great gluten free, keto low carb Italian meal. Plus, this recipe is ready in just 20 minutes which makes it a great healthy and fast option! Fish recipes are great options for healthy and fast meals. What is Cod Like? Cod is a white, flaky fish. It has a very mild taste. It should not smell nor taste strongly of ... continue reading...

Baby Yoda Cupcakes

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These Baby Yoda Cupcakes are just adorable and a perfect dessert for Star Wars fans, viewing parties, and space themed parties! You can bet they will make an appearance for The Mandalorian! I know a lot of Star Wars fans, especially Yoda lovers, and making Baby Yoda Cupcakes to honor The Child was the most exciting thing they saw all week. They take a little time to make, but they are worth it! Prep Get everything you need ready to go for your cupcakes! I like to make the ... continue reading...

Rosemary Sourdough Crackers

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Rosemary Sourdough Crackers are a perfect use for sourdough discard! A simple to make homemade cracker recipe. These Rosemary Sourdough Crackers remind me of Wheat Thins! They have a very similar texture and bite. I started experimenting with new ways to make recipes using sourdough discard, and these crackers are SO easy and SO good! The sour flavor is not too strong here, so you really are tasting the rosemary in a delicious cracker. What is Sourdough ... continue reading...

Mushroom Pea Risotto

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This veggie loaded Mushroom Pea Risotto is a delicious and filling recipe. Perfect as a side dish or main course. I just love a good risotto. It is my absolute favorite food. I track down risotto anytime I am at a great Italian restaurant. And now that I can make it at home, I love to come up with fun and delicious flavors. Wine Substitutions Want to make a risotto without wine? Not a problem! You can easily omit the wine and instead add the juice of a lemon instead to ... continue reading...

Asparagus Omelette

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This Asparagus Omelette is a perfect way to highlight the popular spring vegetable in a simple breakfast recipe. Asparagus is one of my absolute favorite vegetables! This healthy Asparagus Omelet is a perfect brunch recipe using just a few ingredients. And since it is keto low carb, gluten free, and vegetarian, it is a great recipe to serve up for everyone. Omelet or Omelette? Both mean the same thing. And like many other words, it is simply a variation due to geographic ... continue reading...

Lemon Margarita

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This Lemon Margarita is a tangy take on the classic Mexican cocktail! Oh, how I love lemons! This Lemon Margarita is a perfect tequila cocktail for Cinco de Mayo, summer days, and Mexican night! While lemons are rather tart, this drink is well balanced. The triple sec evens out the acidic tartness and lets the lemon flavor shine through the cocktail without making you want to pucker. Want it extra sour? Add more lemon juice! No Sweet and Sour Mix I am very anti-sweet and ... continue reading...

Pesto Crusted Salmon

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This Pesto Crusted Salmon is fast and easy to make! Salmon steaks are topped with a basil pesto and chopped pistachios. So you could imagine that friends and family are used to me making lots of great food for them. And they are completely spoiled with it. This Pesto Crusted Salmon was RAVED about to a point that made me question my cooking abilities with other foods. So I take that as a huge sign that this recipe is absolutely delicious. These flavors were pretty much meant to ... continue reading...

Cranberry Jam

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Cranberry Jam is an easy to make condiment that is perfect for breakfast and brunch! This Cranberry Jam is such a fun and delicious jam to have on hand, especially during the holidays. I have really gotten into making homemade jams because they are SO good and fun to make! My favorite to date is my cherry jam. Homemade jams are great for traditional jam needs like breakfast, and I also LOVE serving them on charcuterie boards! I just love cranberry anything and this easy ... continue reading...

Jalapeno Simple Syrup

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Jalapeno Simple Syrup is a sweet and spicy condiment perfect for cocktail and mocktail recipes! There is something special about taking a sip from a spicy cocktail that just makes it extra delicious! Using a Jalapeno Syrup is a great way to add that little kick of heat to balance out the other flavors in a drink with a sweet and spicy profile. I like to keep my homemade syrup in a mason jar in the refrigerator. What is Simple Syrup? Simple syrup is a basic ... continue reading...

Risotto al Limone (Lemon Risotto)

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This Risotto al Limone (Lemon Risotto) is so good, you will love serving it up as a side for your favorite Italian meals or as a main course with lots of vegetables. Risotto al Limone might seem a little strange but the freshness and bright flavors from the acid lift up a commonly heavy dish. Balance the flavors you love with more or less lemon, or more or less cheese. This recipe is written to bring a slight edge to the lemon flavors (we are here fore lemon risotto, after all!) and ... continue reading...

Southwest Ground Turkey Enchiladas

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These Southwest Ground Turkey Enchiladas are a fun and delicious Mexican dinner recipe! Filled with turkey, black beans, corn, and diced green chiles. I made these Southwest Ground Turkey Enchiladas for family and wanted to do something fun and different with them besides a regular enchilada. The addition of black beans, corn, and green chiles not only add extra vegetables to the dish and stretch out how far a pound of turkey goes, but also brings a fun combination of ... continue reading...

Rigatoni Arrabbiata

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Rigatoni Arrabbiata is a spicy rigatoni pasta recipe ready in just 20 minutes! Fresh and simple flavors that stand on their own or add mix ins of choice! I fell in love with so many new dishes when I was in Italy for college, and pasta arrabbiata was one of them. I got it so often and I had never heard of it before. As soon as I got back, I was hooked, and have been making it at home ever since. One of the best things about great Italian food is how incredibly simple and fresh ... continue reading...

Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Air Fryer

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This Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Air Fryer recipe is a fast and easy recipe for delicious homemade wings. I love that these lemon pepper chicken wings are packed full of flavor but not spicy so everyone can eat them! I am a huge sucker for lemon and this sauce is just heavenly! It packs a big lemon flavor with a balance from the pepper and garlic. Want some heat? Add some hot sauce or cayenne to the mix! And of course, I love my sauces, so serve these lemon pepper wings air ... continue reading...

Rosemary Simple Syrup

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Rosemary Simple Syrup is a delicious flavored simple syrup recipe! A great way to kick up your cocktails, mocktails, and desserts. I am a huge fan of earthy and citrus flavors in my cocktails and drinks. This rosemary syrup is a perfect way to bring some extra flavor and herb notes to your beverage. Making simple syrup is fast and easy, plus it holds well so you always have some on hand. I like to keep my homemade syrup in a mason jar in the refrigerator. What is simple ... continue reading...

Homemade Mexican Croutons

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These Homemade Mexican Croutons, or Southwest Croutons, are a delicious addition to your Mexican salads! I just love making homemade croutons! Not only are they so easy to make, but you can give them unique flavors. These Mexican croutons are perfect for any southwest or Mexican style salads, or even a plain salad that you want to add a lot of flavor to! When I am making an Italian inspired salad, I love to use my Homemade Parmesan Garlic Croutons. Bread ... continue reading...

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