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This is my all-time favorite baked macaroni and cheese recipe. I’ve been making it for years (I originally published this baked mac recipe in 2012 and very little has changed). This is my most requested recipe I make at big family events like Thanksgiving or Christmas. And…
Recently, we went apple picking with some friends and I came home with way too many apples. Many of them were on the sour side, perfect for baking! This old-fashioned apple cobbler recipe could not be easier and it’s so delicious! The apples are soft and cinnamon-y with a soft,…
Recently, we went apple picking with some friends and I came home with way too many apples. Many of them were on the sour side, perfect for baking! This old-fashioned apple cobbler recipe could not be easier and it’s so delicious! The apples are soft and cinnamon-y with a soft,…
The Corpse Reviver No. 2 is a pre-Prohibition cocktail recipe created to be so strong that it could revive your hungover corpse. Originally, it was served as a morning drink. This cocktail is both equal parts sweet and strong with a hint of bitterness. Can it really cure…
If you are an adult craving a little magic in your life, maybe a little potion making, then make your own mulling spices. Yes, you can buy pre-made mulling spices if you prefer. But you won’t feel like an autumn witch like I do. Plus, if you make your own you can customize them…
When it comes to Halloween, there are lots of treats to choose from but Halloween cake pops are a great way to serve fun bits of cake on sticks decorated for the occasion. We’ll show you three ideas for how to make an easy eyeball cake pop, a bat cake pop, and a mummy cake pop…
When it comes to Halloween, there are lots of treats to choose from but Halloween cake pops are a great way to serve fun bits of cake on sticks decorated for the occasion. We’ll show you three ideas for how to make an easy eyeball cake pop, a bat cake pop, and a mummy cake pop…
I’ve recently been reading Harry Potter with my children and we had so much fun making our own Butterbeer recipe. The next Harry Potter-inspired recipe we wanted to try: Pumpkin Juice! This recipe is inspired by the one served at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal…
I love all things pumpkin but this pumpkin cheesecake recipe really takes the cake. Lol. I’ve been using this recipe since 2013 because it’s simple, easy to make and absolutely delicious. If you are in need of a pumpkin cheesecake recipe this season, this is it! This pumpkin…
Red candy apples are a classic fall treat with their shiny bright color, hard candy coating, and a sweet or tart, crisp apple underneath. It’s the best thing to make after apple picking, for a Halloween party, or just when you feel nostalgic and want to be a kid again. Candy…
Nothing says autumn like a caramel apple and we’ve got the easiest way to make one at home! While you can do a complete homemade caramel apple and make your own caramel from scratch, this recipe uses store-bought caramels so you can get to the dipping (and eating!) part of your…
As huge Harry Potter fans, we wanted to create the perfect homemade butterbeer recipe that tastes similar to the one served at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios. This recipe is sweet and sparkling with a butter flavor and the most delicious caramel foam on…
As huge Harry Potter fans, we wanted to create the perfect homemade butterbeer recipe that tastes similar to the one served at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios. This recipe is sweet and sparkling with a butter flavor and the most delicious caramel foam on…
If I had to pick one nostalgic food that reminds me of family gatherings at my grandma’s house, it would be Rotel Cheese Dip. Made with Velveeta cheese, rotel tomatoes and spices—this dip is easy to make for your next party. You can make this in a slow cooker (or crock pot) or…
I’ve made roasted pumpkin seeds every single year since my mom let me help as a kid. Every year, someone asks me to post the recipe, but I’ve always been like, “nah—it’s not really a recipe!” It’s SO simple. But I figured I’ll go ahead and share how I make roasted pumpkin seeds.…
An Appletini, or an Apple Martini, is made with only four ingredients and is easy to make and certainly easy to drink. It’s a dessert martini that leans toward the sweet side but unlike some dessert martinis, like Birthday Cake Martini , it’s not creamy. I’ll share my Appletini…
The Gummy Bear shot is an adorable novelty shot recipe that tastes just a gummy bear. This recipe is inspired by a favorite childhood candy with an adult twist. This is the perfect playful shot recipe to make for your next celebration. Create this iconic candy-inspired shot…
Guasacaca, or Venezulean avocado sauce, is a flavorful, fresh and delicious sauce (or dip!) that every home cook should know how to make IMO. If you’ve never had guasacaca before it’s sort of a cross between guacamole and chimichurri sauce . Another opening with KWI love this…
This Starbucks medicine ball recipe is something you can find on the starbucks secret menu. It’s sometimes referred to as the “Cold Buster” and is now officially on the menu as Honey Citrus Mint Tea . This is an ultra comforting hot drink for when you’re feeling stuffy from a…
This Starbucks medicine ball recipe is something you can find on the starbucks secret menu. It’s sometimes referred to as the “Cold Buster” and is now officially on the menu as Honey Citrus Mint Tea . This is an ultra comforting hot drink for when you’re feeling stuffy from a…
You are going to love this creamy, cherry-flavored cocktail! It reminds me of a cherry version of the Grasshopper . It’s one of the best dessert cocktails I have ever tried. The name Pink Squirrel comes from its pink color. The Pink Squirrel cocktail recipe was created at…
You are going to love this creamy, cherry-flavored cocktail! It reminds me of a cherry version of the Grasshopper . It’s one of the best dessert cocktails I have ever tried. The name Pink Squirrel comes from its pink color. The Pink Squirrel cocktail recipe was created at…
That’s right, this is the best Starbucks copycat recipe for the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew. So, if that’s your current drink order, I’ll show you how to make it at home with just a few ingredients. It’s a delicious cold counterpart to the warm PSL . This drink is all about the…
The B-52 Shot is a popular shot, served on fire. It is made using three ingredients: Coffee Liqueur, Irish Cream Liqueur and Grand Marnier. The B-52 Shot recipe is believed to have been created in 1977 by bartender Peter Fich at Banff Springs Hotel in Alberta, Canada. He was a…
Do you have a birthday coming up? Or a friend’s birthday? Or a very merry UNbirthday? If so, we have the perfect martini for you: birthday cake martini. It tastes like a cake and there are sprinkles. Basically, it’s the most indulgent martini ever. This birthday cake martini…
Do you have a birthday coming up? Or a friend’s birthday? Or a very merry UNbirthday? If so, we have the perfect martini for you: birthday cake martini. It tastes like a cake and there are sprinkles. Basically, it’s the most indulgent martini ever. This birthday cake martini…
While I love homemade pizza , I am also a big fan of pizza’s modest cousin, the calzone. And while I am all for a homemade calzone recipe (from scratch), this post is more about ways to make easy calzone using different types of crust mixes or store-bought dough. Calzone is…
While I love homemade pizza , I am also a big fan of pizza’s modest cousin, the calzone. And while I am all for a homemade calzone recipe (from scratch), this post is more about ways to make easy calzone using different types of crust mixes or store-bought dough. Calzone is…
If you are looking for a really quick and easy breakfast that can feed a larger group, you should try this biscuits and gravy casserole recipe. This casserole requires just six ingredients and about 45 minutes to make from start to finish. You can also make most of the recipe…
We make air fryer chicken tenders (store-bought and homemade) at home with our toddler a LOT. And while I am all for a drive-thru meal when we are on a road trip or at an airport, it’s not a big part of our regular life. So, it’s nice to know how to make your own Chick-fil-A…
I think of tequeños as Venezuelan cheese sticks. Simple pastry dough gets wrapped around cheese and deep fried until golden brown. Serve a tequeño with your favorite dipping sauce and you’ve got an impressive appetizer! Lately I’ve been focused on a few classic Venezuelan…
The Incredible Hulk (also known as the Green Eyed Monster, Shrock or Hip and Hen) is a tasty bright green cocktail recipe made with just three ingredients. Mixed with Hpnotiq liqueur, cognac and orange bitters, this drink is fresh, sweet, strong and nuanced. It reminds me of the…
If you are looking for a cozy beverage that’s easy to make at home, look no further than this London Fog drink recipe. This is essentially an Earl Grey tea latte sweetened with honey and vanilla. While Earl Grey tea contains less caffeine than coffee, this London Fog drink will…
Making homemade pumpkin spice syrup is easy and delicious. It’s the perfect addition to your homemade pumpkin spice latte . Elsie and I have an inside joke about what we call the “pumpkin spice latte effect.” It’s our theory that right around the beginning of September,…
Making homemade pumpkin spice syrup is easy and delicious. It’s the perfect addition to your homemade pumpkin spice latte . Elsie and I have an inside joke about what we call the “pumpkin spice latte effect.” It’s our theory that right around the beginning of September,…
This deep dish pizza recipe is everything I love about pizza with a thick crust. This pizza gets baked in a square baking dish, and I like to cut the pizza into small squares before serving. Layers of pizza sauce, cheese and toppings melt together for the perfect bite. This is…