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Showing posts with label recipes. Show all posts

Why You Should Serve Cheesy Dip at Your Next Party

Cheesy dip is a classic party appetizer that is always a hit. It is delicious, easy to make, and versatile. Whether you are hosting a casual get-together or a formal event, cheesy dip is a great way to feed your guests and get the party started.



Here are some reasons why you should serve cheesy dip at your next party:

  • It is delicious. Who doesn't love melted cheese? Cheesy dip is a crowd-pleaser that everyone will enjoy. It is the perfect appetizer to serve with chips, vegetables, or bread.
  • It is easy to make. There are many different recipes for cheesy dip, so you can find one that fits your taste and skill level. Most recipes only require a few simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand.
  • It is versatile. Cheesy dip can be served with a variety of different dippers, such as chips, vegetables, or bread. This makes it a great option for parties with a variety of guests.
  • It is affordable. Cheesy dip is a relatively inexpensive appetizer to make. The ingredients are all relatively inexpensive, and you can make a large batch for a crowd.
  • It is a conversation starter. Cheesy dip is a great way to get people talking and mingling at your party. It is a fun and easy appetizer that everyone can enjoy.

If you are looking for a delicious, easy, versatile, affordable, and conversation-starting appetizer for your next party, cheesy dip is the perfect choice.

Here are 8 of my FAVORITE cheesy dip recipes.

Cast Iron Queso by Homebody Eats

Cheesy Pizza Dip by Centsless Meals

Beer Cheese Dip by Spend with Pennies

Herb Honey Whipped Ricotta Dip by Through the Fibro Fog

Bacon Cream Cheese Dip by Finding Zest

Hatch Green Chile Fundido by The Olives Branch

15 Minute Queso by Joyous Apron

Vegan Chili Cheese Dip by Peas and Crayons

Here are some additional tips for serving cheesy dip at your party:



  • Make sure the dip is warm and gooey when you serve it. No one wants to eat cold cheese dip!
  • Provide a variety of dippers so that everyone can find something they like. Some popular dippers include tortilla chips, vegetables, and bread.
  • Serve the dip in a crockpot or slow cooker so that it stays warm throughout the party.
  • Set out some napkins and wet wipes so that guests can clean up after themselves.
  • Have fun! Cheesy dip is a great way to relax and enjoy your party.
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Instant Pot Chicken Soup Recipes

Craving something cozy like chicken soup? This collection of instant pot soup recipes is just the thing to check out then! With some really tasty chicken soup recipes to browse, you can find something delicious in this collection to whip up in no time.


While you are here you can find some of my other favorite recipes here.




Jazzy Chicken Soup by Amy+Jacky

This is not your average chicken soup! It has been jazzed up properly with tomatoes and celery and lots of other goodies!



Chicken Enchilada Soup by Burrata and Bubbles

All of the flavor of a good enchilada but in soup form, cooked up in no time, in the instant pot! Sounds great doesn’t it?

Photo Credit: Cassidy’s Crave-able Creations.


Chicken Pot Pie Soup by Cassidy’s Crave-able Creations

This pot pie soup is so good! And it is guilt free with low carbs for a healthy lifestyle!


Instant Pot Thai Chicken Soup With Lemongrass And Ginger by The Instant Pot Table

This thai inspired soup has so many great flavors! And it comes together  in no time, thanks to your pressure cooker!


Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup by Chef Savvy

This comfort food classic cooks up fast. Save this recipe for steamy food for your soul in a flash, anytime you need it!


Chicken Tortilla Soup by Marathons and Motivations

This soup is so good! It has a great flavor, lots of color and warms you up on the coldest day!


Chicken Bone Broth by Maple + Mango

Homemade bone broth has never been easier than it is with an instant pot! Save this recipe for all of your broth needs.

Photo Credit: Pink When.


Crack Chicken Chili by Pink When

This chicken chili is so good it is borderline addictive. Try it and decide if you think it has been aptly named!


Chicken and Cabbage Curry Soup by Low Carb Yum

This curry based soup is so tasty! It is packed with good for you ingredients and will fill you up without too many extra carbs.


From Scratch Chicken Soup by Fearless Dining

This chicken soup is from scratch and promises to warm your soul! So good!


Looking for other tasty ways to make chicken?

Cracker Crumb Chicken

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad


Find more instant pot recipes here:

Creamy Mushroom Shrimp Pasta

Banana Cream Rice Pudding


Brown Sugar Sugar Cookie Recipe

A classic cookie get a delicious deep flavor with this recipe for brown sugar sugar cookies! This cookie is perfect for a fall day. Make a batch to savor over coffee with a friend, or as the ultimate after school snack for the kids. The entire family is sure to love this easy cookie.

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.



Makes 3 dozen cookies.


Cookie Ingredients:


2 ⅓ cup flour

1 stick of softened butter

1 cup packed brown sugar

½ cup of sugar

1 large egg

⅓ cup of maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 teaspoon maple extract

1 teaspoon baking soda

Pinch of salt






Icing Ingredients:

1 cup of powdered sugar

1 to 2 tablespoons of milk

2 teaspoons of maple extract





Directions:

Cream butter and both sugars together. Beat for 2 minutes.

Add egg, continue to mix for 1 minute and then add maple syrup.

As you are mixing add the vanilla and maple extracts.



Begin adding the flour, baking soda, salt. During this step I like to switch from my mixer to a mixing spoon to stir as the dough will be very creamy and soft and a little sticky.

Chill in the refrigerator for 90 minutes.





When you remove the dough from the fridge, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Use a cookie scooper to form balls of dough and place them on a cookie sheet, 2” apart.

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Allow to cool for 3 to 5 minutes before removing from the cookie sheet.



I added a basic drizzle to our cookies to give them a little extra sweetness and they looked even yummier!


Serve these with milk or coffee. 


You can bake them ahead of time and freeze them, or you can freeze the dough if you like, and then you can bake them as needed. I
If you plan to freeze before baking, scoop your cookie dough out, freeze on a cookie sheet then transfer to a zipper seal bag.
Mark the flavor, baking time and temp with a permanent marker. I always set 6 cookies aside for baking later, you NEVER know when a cookie craving is going to strike HA!




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Best Boba Recipes

 My 9 year old, Harper, has developed an obsession with boba. She bats her big blue eyes at me and says "Mommy, let's go out for a tea..." almost everyday. It is so funny that I have this little bestie who thinks I am rich. To keep her happy and getting her boba fix at least once a week, we have been making some fun recipes at home. If you are wanting to save some cash and still have a treat, like us, you are going to love this list of the best boba recipes to make at home.



Before we get into this, can you believe Harper is 9 and a half already? It seems like just a few months ago that so many of my friends were chipping in to write posts for my blog so I could bask in the wonder of our new baby Harper.  Now here she is, a full blown tween with a boba tea habit.


Photo Credit: Sara Lehman and various artists.


Jasmine Milk Tea Boba by Greedy Girl Gourmet

Lychee Milk Tea Boba by My Vegan Minimalism

Hokkaido Milk Tea by Aubrey’s Kitchen

Vegan Boba Cake by Rainbow Nourishments

Homemade Black Boba Pearls by Delightful Plate

Fruity Bubble Tea by Kids Activities Blog


The Devil Wears Salad.

Watermelon Fruit Salad with Brown Sugar Boba by The Devil Wears Salad

Strawberry Milk Tea by Moon and Spoon and Yum

Brown Sugar Boba Ice Cream Bars by The Oregon Dietitian


Photo Credit: White Kitchen Red Wine.


Strawberry Milk Tea by White Kitchen Red Wine

Taro Bubble Tea by The Oregon Dietitian

Chocolate Milk Bubble Tea by The Littlest Crumb

Photo Credit:  Entirely Elizabeth.


Earl Grey Milk Tea by Entirely Elizabeth

Iced Boba Coffee by Recipes from a Pantry

Vegan Bubble Tea by Plant Based on a Budget


With so many tasty bubble tea recipes, the hardest part of getting your boba fix will be deciding which of these recipes to make first. Happy sipping!

You can find some of my favorite drink recipes here 
Sour Apple Margaritas
Hillbilly Cider
Bomb Pop Cocktails
Blueberry Lime Vodka Sorbet

Why You Should Use Goat Cheese When Cooking

 Goat cheese is a delicious and versatile cheese that can be used in a variety of dishes. It has a tangy, slightly salty flavor that pairs well with a variety of flavors. Goat cheese can be used in appetizers, main courses, and desserts.



Here are some reasons why you should use goat cheese when cooking:

  • It's delicious. Goat cheese has a unique flavor that is both tangy and creamy. It pairs well with a variety of flavors, making it a versatile ingredient for cooking.
  • It's versatile. Goat cheese can be used in a variety of dishes, from appetizers to main courses to desserts. It can be crumbled over salads, added to pasta dishes, or used as a filling for pastries.
  • It's healthy. Goat cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, and it is lower in fat than other types of cheese.
  • It's affordable. Goat cheese is a relatively affordable cheese, making it a great option for budget-minded cooks.

If you're looking for a delicious, versatile, and healthy cheese to use in your cooking, goat cheese is a great option. So next time you're in the kitchen, be sure to give goat cheese a try.

Here are ten super tasty recipes that use goat cheese:


  1. Roasted Squash with Goat Cheese by The Family Food Kitchen

  2. Goat Cheese Pasta by The Clean Eating Couple

  3. Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Mini Quiches by The Healthy Family Project

  4. Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers by Living Sweet Moments

  5. Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates by Little Home in the Making

  6. Goat Cheese Stuffed Bison Burgers by Went Here 8 This

  7. Fire Roasted Tomato and Goat Cheese Dip by Living Lou

  8. Mushroom Leek and Goat Cheese Tart by Barth Bakery

  9. Air Fryer Goat Cheese Balls by Keto Focus

  10. Spiced Goat Cheese Log by Masala Herb

Here are some additional tips for using goat cheese in cooking:

  • Pair it with complementary flavors. Goat cheese pairs well with a variety of flavors, such as fruits, nuts, herbs, and spices.
  • Don't overcook it. Goat cheese is best when it is slightly melted and creamy. Overcooking goat cheese will make it tough and dry.
  • Be creative. Goat cheese is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. Don't be afraid to experiment and find new ways to use it.


With these tips, you're sure to find new and delicious ways to use goat cheese in your cooking. So next time you're in the kitchen, be sure to give goat cheese a try.

More yummy recipes

Delicious Vegan Breakfasts

 If you are looking to make breakfast a meatless affair this summer, I know you are going to enjoy this collection of Delicious Vegan Breakfast recipes. This collection has something for everyone!  From an easy casserole that is loaded with healthy veggies, to a twist on the always popular avocado toast that puts garden fresh zucchini into the mix. You are going to want to save this list for later because it has so many tasty recipes included!




I love to shop at the farmers market in the summer. Every Tuesday, I get my cash from the atm, grab my cute little fishnet market bags and an insulated Thirty One tote and head over to my favorite market. I buy the veggies and fruits we will eat that week, and I buy another weeks worth to freeze for the winter. Adam and I love to have big, fresh salads for dinner, and the kids love mini peppers and radishes as a fresh from the garden side that requires very little prep on my part.

This year, we are hoping to add more plant based ingredients to our breakfasts too. These recipes will certainly help!










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