Author: Jenny Park

Parmesan Dusted Air Fryer Chicken Wings

We love these Parmesan Dusted Air Fryer Chicken Wings. They’re full of flavor, super moist and never disappoint. We love using our air fryers to make chicken wings. They always turn out perfect and this version is no exception. The dry coating mixture is so simple, but still packs a huge flavor punch and we can’t get enough! You won’t believe how easy it is to make these ridiculously delicious chicken wing! How to Make…

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Parmesan dusted chicken wings on a platter.

We love these Parmesan Dusted Air Fryer Chicken Wings. They’re full of flavor, super moist and never disappoint. We love using our air fryers to make chicken wings. They always turn out perfect and this version is no exception.

The dry coating mixture is so simple, but still packs a huge flavor punch and we can’t get enough! You won’t believe how easy it is to make these ridiculously delicious chicken wing!

How to Make Parmesan Dusted Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Ingredients

Parmesan chicken wings ingredients on a kitchen counter.

Process

AIR FRYER CHICKEN WINGS

  1. Pat wings dry with a paper towel. In a resealable combine salt, baking powder, and black pepper. Shake together. Add wings, seal bag and shake until wings are evenly coated.
  2. Spray inside of air fryer basket with cooking spray and preheat air fryer to 400˚F. Place wings in prepared basket and air fry for 10 minutes. Flip wings and continue to air fry for another 10 minutes.
Wings in a bag with salt and pepper.
Buffalo wings in an air fryer being cooked.

ASSEMBLY

  1. Combine parmesan, garlic powder chives in a small bowl and whisk together.
  2. In another mixing bowl combine wings and butter and toss together.
Parmesan mixture in a bowl to make chicken wing recipe.
Chicken wings in a bowl with butter tossed into them.
  1. Sprinkle the wings with 2/3 of the parmesan mixture and toss together until evenly coated.
Parmesan dusted chicken wings in a bowl.
  1. Transfer wings to a platter and top with a sprinkle of the remaining Parmesan mixture. Serve.
Parmesan chicken wings made in the air fryer on a platter.

Tips and Tricks for Success

  • Toss the wings in baking powder, to create an extra crisp texture on the skin.
  • Leave at least 1/2 inch space between each wing in the air fryer so the wings crisp up, instead of steaming.
  • Flip the wings halfway through air frying to crisp both sides.
  • Toss the wings in a little bit of butter, right after air frying to help the garlic-parmesan mixture stick to the wings.
  • Toss the wings in the butter and parmesan mixture when they’re still hot to also help the mixture stick to the wings.

Our Favorite Dipping Sauces For Air Fryer Chicken Wings

These air fryer chicken wings are delicious on their own. While they don’t really need a dipping sauce, we can’t help but always want to dip chicken wings in sauce, so we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorites!

Air fryer chicken wings on a platter.

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Air fryer chicken wings on a platter.
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Parmesan Dusted Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Our Parmesan Dusted Air Fryer Chicken Wings are packed with flavor, juicy and very addictive! We love making these for game days and general get togethers. They're always a total hit!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 284kcal
Author Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

wings

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken wings split with tips removed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

garlic-parmesan mixture

  • 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced chives
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
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Instructions

air fryer wings

  • Pat wings dry with a paper towel.
  • In a resealable combine salt, baking powder, and black pepper. Shake together.
  • Add wings, seal bag and shake until wings are evenly coated.
  • Spray inside of air fryer basket with cooking spray and preheat air fryer to 400˚F. Place wings in prepared basket and air fry for 10 minutes.
  • Flip wings and continue to air fry for another 10 minutes.

assembly

  • Combine parmesan, garlic powder chives in a small bowl and whisk together.
  • In another mixing bowl combine wings and butter and toss together.
  • Sprinkle the wings with 2/3 of the parmesan mixture and toss together until evenly coated.
  • Transfer wings to a platter and top with a sprinkle of the remaining Parmesan mixture. Serve.

Notes

Tips and Tricks for Success
  • Toss the wings in baking powder, to create an extra crisp texture on the skin.
  • Leave at least 1/2 inch space between each wing in the air fryer so the wings crisp up, instead of steaming.
  • Flip the wings halfway through air frying to crisp both sides.
  • Toss the wings in a little bit of butter, right after air frying to help the garlic-parmesan mixture stick to the wings.
  • Toss the wings in the butter and parmesan mixture when they’re still hot to also help the mixture stick to the wings.

Nutrition

Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 903mg | Potassium: 178mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 353IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 1mg

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Best Father’s Day Dinner Ideas

Are you planning an epic day or weekend for Dad? Here are all the Father’s Day Dinner Ideas you need to plan a delicious dinner that Dad (and everyone else) will love! To prepare for Father’s Day, we decided to arm you with some of our meatiest, most delicious, Dad-approved recipes. This guide is mostly geared towards Father’s Day dinner food, but we also included a list of breakfast and brunch recipes because we have…

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Are you planning an epic day or weekend for Dad? Here are all the Father’s Day Dinner Ideas you need to plan a delicious dinner that Dad (and everyone else) will love!

Roundup of our best Fathers Day Dinner recipes!

To prepare for Father’s Day, we decided to arm you with some of our meatiest, most delicious, Dad-approved recipes. This guide is mostly geared towards Father’s Day dinner food, but we also included a list of breakfast and brunch recipes because we have so many that would be perfect for Dad.

Classic Father’s Day Dinner Ideas

The entree of your Father’s Day meal, with everything Dad will love, from pork chops and smoked brisket to slow cooker BBQ brisket and everything in between.

  • Carne Asada Fries: Think of delicious nachos, but with fries instead of chips! These Carne Asada Fries have all the toppings you could ever want. A total indulgence for any special dad!
  • Sticky Hoisin Oven Baked Ribs: This is one recipe the dads in our lives get so excited to see on the table. These ribs are fall-off-the-bone delicious. It’s also a perfect Father’s Day recipe because all the prep is done ahead of time, so you can still spend your day with Dad while they slowly bake in the oven.
Carne asada fries with small portion served on surrounding plate.
Oven baked sticky ribs with sesame seeds and green onions on a cutting board.
  • Korean Fried Chicken: The sauce is a classic Korean Chicken Wing sauce that’s super spicy and goes perfectly with these incredibly crispy chicken wings.
  • Panko-Crusted Lamb Chops: These crispy parmesan-crusted lamb chops take only 30 minutes to make and can be served as an appetizer while everyone’s enjoying time together or saved for the main course!
  • Slow Cooker BBQ Wagyu Beef Brisket: This mouth-watering main dish is super easy to make since the slow cooker does all the work. You’ll be rewarded with perfectly tender meat that’s packed with flavor.
A great recipe for Korean Fried Chicken.
Panko crusted lamb chops on a plate.
Slow cooked BBQ Wagyu Beef brisket with sauce and a spoon.
  • Carnitas: Carnitas are perfect for adding to a build-your-own taco board. Include our Carnitas, Chicken Fajitas, or Carne Asada, and put out tortillas and toppings so everyone can make their own favorite taco combinations!
  • Spatchcock Chicken: Dry chickens are a thing of the past once you’ve mastered the spatchcock technique. Use a cast iron skillet, and this dish can be made in the oven or on the grill.
Easy carnitas recipe in a bowl next to a plate of tacos.
Spatchcock chicken in a skillet with some dinner rolls on the side.

On the Grill

Father’s Day is the best time to clean off the grill and put it to use. Whether Dad’s the BBQ master or he’s kicking back with his feet up while you do the grilling, he’ll love any of these grilled favorites!

  • Grilled Shrimp and Steak Surf and Turf: For the Dads who like it all, this recipe can’t be beat. Perfectly done steak and tender juicy shrimp, all done on the grill for the perfect surf and turf cookout.
A close up of mustard crusted pork chops.
  • Lamb Kabobs: These juicy chunks of lamb skewered on a stick are perfect for snacking on while enjoying time with Dad. Don’t forget to make the mint yogurt dip. The cooling, tangy dip takes the savory seasoned lamb to a mouthwatering level.
  • Carne Asada Recipe: This one is for all the steak-loving Dads! It’s easy, flavorful, and so juicy. Serve it with a pile of tortillas and toppings for unbeatable tacos.
Grilled lamb kabobs on a plate resting.
Sliced carne asada with a knife, tortillas, cilantro and radishes.
Bacon western double cheeseburgers with onion rings.
  • Grilled Tri Tip Sandwiches: Juicy grilled tri-tip topped with melty cheese, lightly caramelized red onions and a creamy horseradish sauce, all sandwiched between grilled bread.
  • Grilled BLTA Flatbreads: If you need a lighter option for the grill, try these flatbreads piled high with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado. Grilling everything adds a perfect smoky and charred flavor.
Grilled open face sandwich with tri-tip, cheese and onion.
A sliced grilled BLTA flatbread.
  • Grilled Peel n’ Eat Shrimp: Let the shrimp sit in the savory mesquite marinade just before the party, then toss them on the grill for 5-6 minutes for a super quick appetizer that’s sure to impress.
  • Chicken Satay: This grilled chicken recipe packs a lot of flavor, especially when dipped peanut in peanut sauce. You can make much of this ahead of time, which is perfect when entertaining a big family!
Chicken satay recipe being served onto plates.

Father’s Day Sandwich Recipes

Our dads are such sandwich fanatics; we figured some of yours might be too. Meat, veggies, sauces, and cheese, all gathered between two slices of bread. What’s not to love? Here are some of our favorite sandwich recipes for your Father’s Day celebration!

  • Baked Nashville Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches: These sandwiches are insanely popular on the blog, and for a good reason! The chicken is breaded, baked, and slathered in a hot honey butter sauce. Your dad will be requesting this one over and over!
  • Carne Asada Torta: Instead of serving the carne asada recipe above as tacos, try serving it as a torta! With toppings like beans, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onions, and plenty of cheese, we know this will make any Dad super happy!
hot honey chicken sandwiches on a wooden board
Close up of carne asada torta on a cutting board.
  • Popeyes Chicken Sandwich: You don’t have to show up with greasy drive-thru bags to serve Dad’s favorite fast-food chicken. Our homemade version has the crispy chicken you love with spicy mayo to top it off.
  • Pork Tenderloin Sandwich: This sandwich is epic. The ultra-crispy coating is made from oyster crackers, while the pork loin is tender and juicy, so every bite is satisfying and delicious.
  • Pork Katsu Sandwiches: We love this crispy fried pork cutlet sandwich on soft milk bread so much. The fresh shredded cabbage and tangy katsu sauce add the perfect texture and flavor balance to this rich and delicious sandwich!
Popeyes chicken sandwich recipe homemade.
Pork Tenderloin sandwich on a cutting board with potato chips.
Stacked pork katsu sandwiches cut in half.
  • Philly Cheesesteak: You can’t beat the combination of thinly sliced, juicy ribeye steak, caramelized peppers and onions, and melty cheese, all wrapped up in a soft and warm hoagie roll!
  • Grinder Sandwich: The perfect picnic food! This grinder salad sandwich has zesty Italian meats and plenty of fresh and pickled veggies packed in the middle of a thick and hearty Italian roll.
Two Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches on a plate.
A grinder sandwich cut in half.

Side Dishes

If you’re looking for some side dish recipes to pair with any of the classic Father’s Day dinner ideas, grilled meats, or sandwiches, here are a handful of our favorites:

  • Classic Creamy Potato Salad: You can’t go wrong with a classic potato salad. It goes with everything from grilled pork chops to BBQ ribs or any sandwich.
  • Mini Hasselback Potatoes – If Father’s Day is your chance to shine with food presentation, you have to serve these mini hasselback potatoes. They’re as beautiful as they are delicious and will have everyone admiring your culinary skills (even though they’re incredibly simple!).
Creamy potato salad with beers on the side.
Mini cheesy hasselback potatoes on a platter.
  • Crispy Parmesan Potatoes – While no potato is a bad potato, these crispy parmesan potatoes might be one of our favorites. Each potato has a crispy, cheesy layer and an incredibly soft and tender inside. You’ll never want to make “normal” baked potatoes again!
  • Beer-Battered Onion Rings: The perfect side for any sandwich, these beer-battered onion rings stay crispy far longer than any other recipe, thanks to our secret ingredient!
  • Loaded BBQ Chicken Salad – If dad’s not a “salad for an entree” type of guy, serve this BBQ chicken salad as a side dish that can stand in as a full meal for anyone at the table. It’s loaded with juicy chicken and plenty of fresh veggies, all dressed in a luscious BBQ ranch dressing.
Crispy parmesan potatoes sprinkled with chives.
Beer battered fried onion rings with ranch dressing and beer on the side.
Loaded BBQ chicken salad in a bowl.
  • Hawaiian Style Macaroni Salad: Add a fresh twist to your classic macaroni salad by adding tuna fish and carrots and a little zip to the mayonnaise dressing. It’s the perfect pair for Carne Asada and beef brisket!
  • Buttermilk Cornbread: Moist and crumbly with chunks of corn and slathered in our craveable bacon lime chili butter. Serve this alongside any meat-based entree.
Hawaiian style macaroni salad in a bowl with serving bowls nearby.
Two bowls of stovetop mac and cheese.
Buttermilk Cornbread with Bacon Lime Chili Butter

Our Best Father’s Day Appetizers

Father’s Day appetizers are a must to keep everyone satisfied before dinner is served. All of the recipes below will round out any Father’s Day dinner menu perfectly!

  • Buffalo Chicken Dip: A classic game day recipe, this appetizer recipe is too good to save for only sporting events. Use our homemade buffalo sauce to whip this delicious creamy dip up!
  • Korean Corn Cheese: One of the most popular recipes on our blog – and rightfully so because it’s one of the easiest to make and is the perfect combination of sweet, salty, creamy, and gooey! It’s multi-purpose for Father’s Day since you can serve it as an appetizer with chips or as a dip for grilled meat.
Buffalo Chicken Dip with potato chips.
Korean cheesy corn in a skillet with chips.
  • Spinach and Artichoke Dip: Just like at your favorite restaurant, but made at home for everyone to enjoy! Serve with crostini, raw veggies, tortilla chips, or pita chips.
  • Coconut Shrimp: This tropical appetizer can be baked, fried, or made in the air fryer. Serve it with our mango salsa to bring Dad back to vacations of years past!
Chicken fried potatoes on a platter with ranch.
Spinach and artichoke dip in a skillet.
Coconut shrimp on a platter with a bowl of mango salsa.
  • Crockpot Beer Cheese Dip: Set out a crockpot full of this decadent beer cheese dip, but don’t blink, because it will be gone before you know it! It’s the perfect dip for everything from pretzels to potato chips, tortilla chips, crackers, and even slices of sausage.
Chipotle chicken sheet pan nachos being served.
Crock pot beer cheese dip with chips and meat for dipping.
  • Mini Crunchwrap Supremes: This appetizer is a labor of love, but the result is so tasty and perfect for those Taco Bell-loving Dads!
  • Spicy Honey Butter Air Fryer Wings: These tender, juicy wings are slathered in a hot honey butter sauce that will have your dad licking his fingers and asking for more!
Small plates of mini crunchwrap supremes.
Air fryer chicken wings on a platter.
  • Fried Pickel Chips: Make one of the best bar food appetizers at home. But, unlike many bar fried pickles, these ones are always crispy, never soggy, and can even be made ahead of time and frozen to bring out the day of!
  • Pizza Wheels: You can make this recipe ahead of time and stuff it with your favorite pizza toppings, but we love good old pepperoni. The wheels bake up super nice and have a delicious crispy crust. Serve with marinara for dipping!
Fried pickle chips on a platter with beer on the side.
A close up of pizza wheels with a ramekin of marinara sauce on a plate.

Breakfast and Brunch Dad Will Love

Although this post is for Father’s Day dinner ideas, we know that some of you are planning breakfast and brunches to celebrate your Dad. Here is a quick selection of our favorite breakfast recipes for Father’s Day!

  • Chorizo and Egg Breakfast Tacos: These meaty Chorizo and Egg Breakfast Tacos are low maintenance, and you can replace the fried egg with scrambled to make them even easier to make.
  • Easy Chilaquiles: Crispy tortilla chips baked in a flavorful chipotle-tomato sauce and topped with fried eggs. Our version of Chilaquiles is a slightly simplified version from the classic, making it extra easy to whip up for Dad.
A close up of chorizo and fried egg breakfast tacos.
A recipe for easy Chilaquiles with a fork that has broken an egg yolk.
  • Shrimp and Grits: Classic Shrimp and Grits that are so creamy and delicious. It’s the perfect comfort food recipe to serve for your Father’s Day brunch.
  • Biscuits and Gravy: Biscuits and Gravy is a classic special occasion breakfast food, and Dad is sure to appreciate the effort. You can’t beat this simple savory gravy spooned over fluffy biscuits!
Bowls of shrimp and grits.
Biscuits and gravy in a bowl with a fork on the side.
  • Loco Moco: This hearty Hawaiian dish is packed with so much flavor and is incredibly filling with rice, hamburger, fried eggs, and savory mushroom gravy. It’s the perfect dish to serve any dad with a big appetite!
  • Breakfast Casserole: If standing in the kitchen on Father’s Day does not sound like your idea of a good time, prepare the breakfast casserole the night before and toss it in the oven in the morning. Everyone will love this all-in-one breakfast casserole.
Loco Moco on a plates with a forks.
Breakfast casserole with a scoop out and some in a bowl next to it.
A close up of sliced spring quiche with hash brown crust.

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Parmesan Crusted Crostini

We love parmesan crusted ANYTHING and these Parmesan Crusted Crostini are no exception! Modeled after the viral Parmesan Crusted Potatoes, we thought these crostini would surely be a hit! We were right. These are definitely the best crostini we’ve ever made and we might like them even more than the potato version bc of how versatile they are! Not only do they make delicious snacks on their own, but they also make the most delicious…

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Parmesan crusted crostini in a baking dish.

We love parmesan crusted ANYTHING and these Parmesan Crusted Crostini are no exception! Modeled after the viral Parmesan Crusted Potatoes, we thought these crostini would surely be a hit! We were right.

These are definitely the best crostini we’ve ever made and we might like them even more than the potato version bc of how versatile they are! Not only do they make delicious snacks on their own, but they also make the most delicious crostini, topped with nearly anything you can imagine!

How to Make Parmesan Crusted Crostini

Ingredients

Parmesan crusted crostini ingredients on a kitchen counter.

Process

  1. Preheat oven to 400˚F. In a small bowl combine grated parmesan, garlic powder and black pepper. Mix together.
  2. Brush bottom of a 9”x 13” glass baking dish with 1 tablespoon melted butter.
Parmesan mixture to make parmesan crusted crostini.
Parmesan crusted crostini in a baking dish.
  1. Evenly sprinkle parmesan mixture into baking dish.
  2. Top with sliced baguette, leaving space between each piece.
A parmesan mixture sprinkled all over the bottom of a baking dish.
Parmesan crusted crostini over a parmesan mixture ready to be baked.
  1. Lightly brush the tops of each piece of baguette with remaining butter.
  2. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until parmesan has browned and crisped and the crostini are lightly toasted on top. Remove baking dish from oven.
Parmesan crostini brushed with oil.
Parmesan crostini recipe out of the oven.
  1. Gently break apart crisped parmesan crostini pieces. Top with toppings of choice and serve!
Parmesan crusted crostini in a baking dish ready to be served.

Tips and Tricks for Success

  • Makes sure the baking dish has a full and even layer of parmesan covering the bottom for maximum crostini coverage.
  • Once you press the sliced baguette into the baking dish leave it along. Moving the pieces of bread around will prevent the glorious parmesan ‘overhang’ from forming, which is one of the best parts!
  • Be sure to leave a small amount of space between each slice of baguette, in the baking dish, to ensure even baking. This will also help to create the parmesan ‘overhang’ on each crostini.

Storing Instructions

These parmesan crusted crostini taste best when enjoyed fresh from the oven, but they also store well in an airtight container, at room temperature, for up to 3 days.

A bunch of parmesan crusted crostini.

What to Serve with Our Parmesan Crusted Crostini

We mentioned earlier how these make the most delicious snack just on their own, but we also LOVE topping them with a variety of things. They truly are the best crostini ever! Some of our favorite toppings and pairings are:

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Parmesan crostini ready to be served.
Parmesan crusted crostini in a baking dish.
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Parmesan Crusted Crostini

We guarantee our Parmesan Crusted Crostini will become your new favorite snack and base for all the delicious and yummy things like bruschetta, dips and more!
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American, Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings 14
Calories 51kcal
Author Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

  • 5 ounces baguette sliced into 1/3" thick slices
  • 1/3 cup pre-grated parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and divided

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F. In a small bowl combine grated parmesan, garlic powder and black pepper. Mix together.
  • Brush bottom of a 9”x 13” glass baking dish with 1 tablespoon melted butter.
  • Evenly sprinkle parmesan mixture into baking dish. Top with sliced baguette, leaving space between each piece. Lightly brush the tops of each piece of baguette with remaining butter.
  • Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until parmesan has browned and crisped and the crostini are lightly toasted on top.
  • Remove baking dish from oven and gently break apart crisped parmesan crostini pieces.
  • Top with toppings of choice and serve!

Notes

**Each serving is 1 crostini**
Tips and Tricks for Success
  • Makes sure the baking dish has a full and even layer of parmesan covering the bottom for maximum crostini coverage.
  • Once you press the sliced baguette into the baking dish leave it along. Moving the pieces of bread around will prevent the glorious parmesan ‘overhang’ from forming, which is one of the best parts!
  • Be sure to leave a small amount of space between each slice of baguette, in the baking dish, to ensure even baking. This will also help to create the parmesan ‘overhang’ on each crostini.
Storing Instructions
These parmesan crusted crostini taste best when enjoyed fresh from the oven, but they also store well in an airtight container, at room temperature, for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 51kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 105mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 71IU | Vitamin C: 0.003mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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Strawberry Lemonade

Once you’ve made our homemade strawberry lemonade, there’s no going back to concentrate (or bottled!). Just like homemade lemonade and matcha lemonade, using fresh ingredients takes ordinary drinks to another level that’s hard to come down from! This strawberry lemonade is tart, sweet, and has the perfect amount of strawberry flavor. If you have an abundance of strawberries this summer, this is the perfect recipe to enjoy them! Make a big batch for guests to…

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Strawberry lemonade in glasses with garnish.

Once you’ve made our homemade strawberry lemonade, there’s no going back to concentrate (or bottled!). Just like homemade lemonade and matcha lemonade, using fresh ingredients takes ordinary drinks to another level that’s hard to come down from!

This strawberry lemonade is tart, sweet, and has the perfect amount of strawberry flavor. If you have an abundance of strawberries this summer, this is the perfect recipe to enjoy them! Make a big batch for guests to enjoy by the pool or for any summer day you want a sweet treat.

We love infusing strawberries into a simple syrup so you get all the sweet berry flavor without the pulp, which can make it tricky to suck through a straw, which is the only way to enjoy lemonade if you ask us!

This is also a fun drink to make with kids. They can help squeeze the lemons and stir everything together in a big beautiful pitcher. And, of course, they won’t have trouble emptying every last drop of this sweet and delicious lemonade!

All that stands between you and a refreshing glass is 3 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep time!

How to Make Strawberry Lemonade

Ingredients

Strawberry lemonade ingredients on a kitchen counter.

Process

  1. Pour 1 1/2 cup water, sugar, and 14 ounces of strawberries into a small pot. Simmer over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Raise the heat and boil for about 15 minutes.
Strawberries stewing in a pot.
  1. Strain strawberries from the syrup and let it cool.
Cooked strawberries being strained.
  1. Transfer strawberry simple syrup to a large bowl and stir in the lemon juice. Stir in the remaining water. Fill a large pitcher with ice.
Strawberries strained into a bowl to make strawberry lemonade.

Garnish Ingredients

Strawberry Lemonade garnish ingredients.
  1. Fill glasses with ice, lemon slices, remaining strawberry slices, and mint sprigs (if using). Pour lemonade into glasses and serve.
Strawberry lemonade in a glass.

Expert Tips

  • If you don’t have fresh strawberries, use frozen! Frozen berries are perfect for when you don’t have access to in-season berries or if you have a large harvest of berries and want to enjoy homemade strawberry lemonade all season long!
  • Don’t make the mistake of using bottled lemon juice. We know it’s way more convenient, but bottled juice often has a bitter or strange aftertaste. You’ll get the best fresh lemon flavor with freshly squeezed juice.
  • Avoid watered-down lemonade. If you’re serving it from a large pitcher with ice, add less water so the lemonade isn’t watered down. The best way to avoid watered-down strawberry lemonade is to add ice to the glasses you’re serving it in.

Make Ahead and Storing Instructions

To make ahead: You can make your strawberry simple syrup and squeeze your lemons up to 3 days before mixing them for your lemonade. Store the simple syrup and lemon juice in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to mix.

To store: Store leftover lemonade in a covered pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The lemonade may last up to 7 days, but will taste freshest if drank within the first couple of days.

To freeze: Make your strawberry lemonade and freeze it in an ice cube tray to keep it fresh for up to 3 months. When you want your lemonade, take a few ice cubes and let them thaw in the refrigerator!

FAQ’s

Can this be made into strawberry limeade?

Yes! You can easily turn this recipe into strawberry limeade by swapping all or most of the lemons for limes.

How to turn strawberry lemonade into a cocktail.

Add a shot of white rum, vodka, or tequila to a glass of strawberry lemonade for a refreshing summer cocktail. For a mocktail, make the strawberry lemonade as is, garnished with fresh mint and sliced berries.

How can I make my strawberry lemonade less sweet?

If you like your strawberry lemonade more tart and less sweet, you can either reduce the amount of sugar used in the strawberry simple syrup or add an extra lemon or two to the pitcher to counteract the sweetness.

Best Dishes to Serve with Strawberry Lemonade

Strawberry lemonade is a refreshing drink for any cookout or picnic. Try any of these dishes to serve your strawberry lemonade with!

Strawberry lemonade with a mint garnish in glasses.

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Strawberry lemonade with a mint garnish in glasses.
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Strawberry Lemonade

Cool down at home with this easy and refreshing simple strawberry lemonade recipe that's made with fresh lemons and strawberries.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 7
Calories 198kcal
Author Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

lemonade

  • 5 1/2 cups water divided
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 pound strawberries stemmed, sliced and divided
  • 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice (about 8 lemons)
  • lemon slices for garnish
  • mint sprigs optional garnish

Instructions

  • Pour 1 1/2 cup water, sugar and 14 ounces strawberries into a small pot.
  • Simmer over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Raise the heat and boil, about 15 minutes.
  • Strain strawberries from syrup and cool.
  • Transfer strawberry simple syrup to a large bowl and stir in lemon juice.
  • Stir in remaining water.
  • Fill a large pitcher with ice.
  • Fill glasses with ice, lemon slices, remaining strawberry slices and mint sprigs (if using).
  • Pour lemonade into glasses and serve.

Notes

**Recipe makes 7 cups and each serving is 1 cup**

Nutrition

Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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Milkshake Recipe

Making a milkshake may seem like a no-brainer – it’s just ice cream and milk, after all! But the ratio of ice cream to milk makes all the difference. Too much milk, and you end up with a soupy (but sweet) slurry. Too much ice cream, and you need a spoon to eat it. We like our milkshakes to have a rich, thick, and creamy consistency that still slips through a straw. All you need…

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Milkshake recipes in three glasses in different flavors.

Making a milkshake may seem like a no-brainer – it’s just ice cream and milk, after all! But the ratio of ice cream to milk makes all the difference.

Too much milk, and you end up with a soupy (but sweet) slurry. Too much ice cream, and you need a spoon to eat it. We like our milkshakes to have a rich, thick, and creamy consistency that still slips through a straw.

All you need is ice cream, milk, a blender, and this simple guide on how to make the best milkshake at home for a delicious sweet treat any time the craving strikes!

Milkshake recipe ingredients on a kitchen counter.

How to Make a Milkshake

  1. Allow ice cream to sit out for about 7 minutes to soften slightly. Transfer ice cream into a blender with milk.
  2. Blend on low until smooth and creamy – 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Ice cream and milk in a blender.
A blended up milkshake still int he blender.
  1. Drizzle caramel sauce around the inner sides of a glass (if using). Pour the milkshake into the prepared glass and top with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry. Serve immediately.
A strawberry milkshake in a glass with a cherry on top.

Tips and Tricks for Making the BEST Milkshake

Follow the 5:1 ratio. Are you making a milkshake for yourself or a crowd? We’ve found that a 5:1 ratio of ice cream to milk has the perfect texture, but feel free to make it 4:1 if you like your milkshakes a little thinner.

Soften your ice cream first. Straight out of the freezer, ice cream is rock-hard and difficult to scoop. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until it’s slightly softened, and you can easily scoop it out. This helps it blend more easily without having to add more milk.

Don’t add mix-ins or toppings until the end. For any of the flavor variations below, get your milkshake to the consistency you want before adding extras. This way, you can chop them up small but not so small that they completely blend with the ice cream, changing the overall flavor and texture.

Use whole milk. You can use skim, 1%, or 2% milk, but whole milk will give you ice cream shop-quality shakes.

Use frozen glasses. This is especially helpful on warm days! To keep your milkshake from melting as soon as it hits the glass, freeze the glasses for at least a couple of hours so everything stays chilled while you sip.

Don’t over-blend. You only need about 30-60 seconds to whip everything together. Over-blending will heat things up and make your shake runny, regardless of the ratio of ice cream to milk you use.

Caramel milkshake in a glass with whipped cream and a cherry.

Flavor and Mix-in Variations

We like to keep things classic with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry (and maybe a little caramel sauce drizzled inside), but the flavor variations are endless.

When adding larger pieces of cookies or candies, get your milkshake to the right consistency, add your mix-ins, and blend for an extra 20-30 seconds until the pieces are just small enough to suck through a straw.

Try some of these fun milkshake flavors:

  • Chocolate lovers. Want chocolate instead? Use chocolate milk and chocolate ice cream, add chocolate syrup drizzle to the glass, chocolate chips, and brownie.
  • Strawberry shortcake. Vanilla ice cream, whole milk, frozen strawberries, and graham cracker pieces. Drizzle the glass with strawberry syrup and top with whipped cream and more graham cracker crumbs.
  • Birthday cake. Use vanilla ice cream and whole milk, 1/2 a teaspoon of birthday cake or cake batter extract, and top with whipped cream and sprinkles.
  • Almond joy. Use vanilla ice cream, coconut milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract. Drizzle chocolate syrup in the glass and top with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, shredded coconut, and sliced almonds.
  • Dairy free. You can easily make a dairy-free milkshake at home by using dairy-free ice cream and plant-based milk. Coconut, oat, and soy milk are great options because they are thick and creamy compared to other plant-based milk.

Or make your own by combining any of these delicious mix-ins:

  • Cookies. Try chocolate chip cookies, Oreos, brownies, shortbread, or thin mint cookies.
  • Coffee or tea. Add 1-2 teaspoons of finely ground espresso, matcha powder, or hot cocoa mix.
  • Flavor extracts. If you want a different flavor base than vanilla, add half a teaspoon of extracts like lemon, almond, birthday cake, or caramel.
  • Fruit. Add half a cup of frozen or fresh fruit. Try strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, cherries, peaches, bananas, or mango.
  • Nut butter and spreads. Add extra richness with peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, Nutella, marshmallow fluff, or any jam or jelly flavor.
  • Nuts. When adding hard foods, it’s a good idea to add them pre-ground so they’re small enough to go through a straw. Add walnuts, pecans, almonds, or peanuts.
Chocolate milkshake in a glass with chocolate syrup.

More Milkshake Topping Options

Syrup drizzle. Add any syrup flavor to the inside of your glass and on top. Chocolate, caramel, butterscotch, and strawberry are some of our favorites!

Crunchy toppings: Anything small or that you can crumble can top your milkshake. Try graham crackers, waffle cones, shredded coconut, candy bar pieces, or chocolate chips.

Make it boozy. Add a shot of your favorite liquor or liqueur. Rum, vodka, bourbon, and Buttershot or peach schnapps are all fun options. You can even top your milkshake with bourbon-infused cherries!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do you thicken a milkshake? If your milkshake is too runny, just add another scoop of ice cream and blend for another 30 seconds. If it’s extra hot out, freeze your blender canister and glasses 1-2 hours before making your shake to keep things frosty!
  • Do you put ice in a milkshake? A milkshake is just milk and ice cream. If you add ice, the shake will become watery and won’t have the smooth creaminess you expect from a quality shake.
  • Can you make a milkshake ahead of time? We don’t recommend making a milkshake ahead of time as the consistency will never be as smooth and creamy as it will be right after blending. You could make it, freeze it in an ice cube tray, and then let it thaw out again, but the texture will be off and not nearly as delicious!

Our Favorite Foods to Enjoy with Our Milkshake Recipe

There are no rules on when to enjoy a homemade milkshake, but if you’re looking for the perfect meal to pair one with, we have a few options!

Milkshakes made from the same base recipe in different flavors.

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Milkshake Recipe

Follow this simple guide for how to make our simple Milkshake Recipe to enjoy a perfectly creamy, decadent dessert anytime the craving strikes!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 756kcal
Author Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

Milkshake

  • 2 1/2 cups high quality vanilla ice cream (or strawberry or chocolate)
  • 1/2 cup cold whole milk

Optional Toppings

  • whipped cream
  • sprinkles
  • caramel/chocolate syrup
  • maraschino cherry
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Allow ice cream to sit out for about 7 minutes to soften.
  • Transfer ice cream into a blender with milk.
  • Blend on low until smooth and creamy – 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Drizzle caramel or chocolate sauce around the inner sides of a glass (if using).
  • Pour milkshake into prepared glass and top with whipped cream, sprinkles and a cherry. Serve immediately.

Notes

**Nutritional Information does not include optional toppings and is based on the vanilla ice cream variety**
Tips and Tricks for Making the BEST Milkshake
Follow the 5:1 ratio. Are you making a milkshake for yourself or a crowd? We’ve found that a 5:1 ratio of ice cream to milk has the perfect texture, but feel free to make it 4:1 if you like your milkshakes a little thinner.
Soften your ice cream first. Straight out of the freezer, ice cream is rock-hard and difficult to scoop. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until it’s slightly softened, and you can easily scoop it out. This helps it blend more easily without having to add more milk.
Don’t add mix-ins or toppings until the end. For any of the flavor variations below, get your milkshake to the consistency you want before adding extras. This way, you can chop them up small but not so small that they completely blend with the ice cream, changing the overall flavor and texture.
Use whole milk. You can use skim, 1%, or 2% milk, but whole milk will give you ice cream shop-quality shakes.
Use frozen glasses. This is especially helpful on warm days! To keep your milkshake from melting as soon as it hits the glass, freeze the glasses for at least a couple of hours so everything stays chilled while you sip.
Don’t over-blend. You only need about 30-60 seconds to whip everything together. Over-blending will heat things up and make your shake runny, regardless of the ratio of ice cream to milk you use.

Nutrition

Calories: 756kcal | Carbohydrates: 84g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 160mg | Sodium: 310mg | Potassium: 840mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 76g | Vitamin A: 1587IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 572mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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How to Make Fried Rice

Few dishes are as versatile as fried rice, filled with chicken, shrimp, steak, or vegetarian with only eggs – everyone has a favorite spin. Our simple recipe is incredibly tasty, takes less than 20 minutes to make, and is close to (or even better than) your favorite Chinese- American takeout fried rice! Leftover rice, eggs, a few frozen veggies, Chinese sausage, and a couple of sauces are all you need to whip up a savory…

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Fried rice in a bowl.

Few dishes are as versatile as fried rice, filled with chicken, shrimp, steak, or vegetarian with only eggs – everyone has a favorite spin. Our simple recipe is incredibly tasty, takes less than 20 minutes to make, and is close to (or even better than) your favorite Chinese- American takeout fried rice!

Leftover rice, eggs, a few frozen veggies, Chinese sausage, and a couple of sauces are all you need to whip up a savory and satisfying dish of fried rice. While we wrote this recipe how we love it the most, it’s so versatile that you can customize it with almost anything on hand. We even included a list of easy variations in case you need to substitute any ingredients!

Next time you have leftover rice in the fridge, use this simple guide on how to make fried rice to transform it into a delicious one-dish meal!

How to Make Fried Rice

Fried rice ingredients on a kitchen counter.
  1. Place a large skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Add eggs and scramble in skillet until fully cooked, 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. Transfer eggs to a plate and place skillet back over heat.
Scrambled eggs in a skillet.
Scrambled eggs on a plate resting.
  1. Add an additional 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add sausage and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and peas and carrot and cook for 30 seconds.
Sausage cooking in a skillet for fried rice.
Sausage and veggies cooking in a skillet to make a fried rice recipe.
  1. Stir in oyster sauce and soy sauce.
  2. Add rice and mix around to coat evenly. Continue to cook rice for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly crisp around the edges.
Fried rice ingredients in a skillet.
Rice in a skillet cooking to make fried rice.
  1. Add the egg back to the skillet, along with a pinch of white pepper, and toss together until evenly distributed.

Fried rice in a skillet finished.
  1. Remove from heat and stir in green onion. Serve.
Fried rice in a bowl with a spoon in it.

Tips and Tricks for Fried Rice Success

Follow these essential tips for the best, better than take-out fried rice!

Start with cold, leftover rice. Letting rice sit in the refrigerator overnight firms up each rice grain to keep its shape and give you the signature fried rice texture. Freshly cooked rice can lead to mushy fried rice.

Start with a HOT pan. Cooking at high heat helps everything brown and crisp up without overcooking. If the heat is too low, you’ll have to cook everything much longer for the outside to get toasty brown.

Don’t overcrowd the pan. You’ll want to use a large skillet for this dish, but if all you have is something smaller, only add as much sausage, peas, and carrots to fill the bottom of the pan, working in batches if you have to. Overcrowding increases the chances of overcooking.

Add more sauce as needed. Start with the amount of soy sauce in the recipe, but feel free to add more as you taste it. Some people like the salty taste more than others. Two tablespoons of soy sauce is just right for us, but you can customize it to your liking.

Variations

You can mix up most of the ingredients to make this the perfect leftover or clean-out-the-fridge meal. Here are some possible ideas.

Vegetables: Use any combination of frozen peas, carrots, corn, onions, or edamame or fresh sliced mushrooms, broccoli, or bell peppers.

Proteins: Instead of Chinese sausage, you can use diced chicken, steak, pork sausage, salmon, or shrimp.

Rice: We like to use short-grain rice, like Arborio, carnaroli, or Japanese sushi rice. But you can also use long-grain rice, including Jasmine or basmati.

Make Ahead, Reheating and Freezing Instructions

Prep/Make Ahead

Cooking your rice ahead of time makes this meal come together quickly any night of the week. Cook rice up to 3 days ahead and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

You can also meal prep this entire dish and reheat it when you’re ready to eat. Like Chinese food takeout leftovers, this fried rice is almost better the next day!

Just let your fried rice cool, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Freezing

You can freeze your fried rice if you want to store it for longer than a few days. Just portion your completely cooled rice into freezer bags, squeeze out all of the air and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

Reheating

From Refrigerator

The best way is to “re-fry” the rice in a hot skillet. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet on the stove and add the rice and a tablespoon of water. Cover the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, then remove the cover and cook for another 2-3 minutes until hot.

You can also reheat your fried rice in the microwave, covered with a moist paper towel to help prevent the rice from drying out. Heat for 1-2 minutes until warmed through.

From Freezer

Preferably, let your frozen rice unthaw in the refrigerator and follow either reheating direction above.

If reheating from frozen, cover with a moist paper towel and heat in the microwave, 45-60 seconds at a time, until hot. Or, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet on the stove and add the rice and 1-2 tablespoons of water. Cover the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, then remove the cover and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until hot. Add extra water if the rice dries out.

What to Serve with Our Fried Rice Recipe

While fried rice is perfectly capable of serving as a meal itself, we love serving it along with these favorites:

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Fried rice in a bowl with green onions on the side.
Fried rice in a bowl with green onions on the side.
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How to Make Fried Rice

Learn how to make fried rice in less than 20 minutes at home for a savory and satisfying better-than-takeout dinner!
Course dinner, lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine Chinese
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 3
Calories 400kcal
Author Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil divided
  • 3 large eggs beaten
  • 4 ounces diced Chinese sausage (about 3 sausages)
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2/3 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 16 ounces leftover cooked short grain rice
  • pinch white pepper
  • 2 thinly sliced green onion
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Place a large skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Add eggs and scramble in skillet until fully cooked. 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Transfer eggs to a plate and place skillet back over heat.
  • Add an additional 1 tablespoon oil to skillet. Add sausage and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add garlic and peas and carrot and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Stir in oyster sauce and soy sauce.
  • Add rice and mix around to evenly coat. Continue to cook rice for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly crisp around the edges.
  • Add egg back to the skillet, along with a pinch of white pepper and toss together until evenly distributed.
  • Remove from heat and stir in green onion. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 898mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 318IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 3mg

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Homemade Lemonade Recipe

Once you know how simple it is to make this delicious Homemade Lemonade Recipe, you’ll never let another craving go unquenched. While it really is as simple as mixing sugar and lemon juice in your favorite pitcher, there are a few key tricks for the perfect ratio of sweet and tart. Nothing goes better with a BBQ chicken salad or baby back ribs than an ice-cold refreshing glass of lemonade. Once you try it, we…

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Classic lemonade recipe in glasses with ingredients around the side.

Once you know how simple it is to make this delicious Homemade Lemonade Recipe, you’ll never let another craving go unquenched. While it really is as simple as mixing sugar and lemon juice in your favorite pitcher, there are a few key tricks for the perfect ratio of sweet and tart.

Nothing goes better with a BBQ chicken salad or baby back ribs than an ice-cold refreshing glass of lemonade. Once you try it, we know you’ll be making double batches for everyone to enjoy all summer long!

How to Make Homemade Lemonade

Lemons and sugar are all you need for a big pitcher of fresh lemonade. Once you make a simple syrup and squeeze your lemons, it’s as simple as mixing with water and chilling with ice.

Ingredients

Lemonade ingredients on a kitchen counter.

Process

  1. Pour 1 cup water and sugar into a small pot and simmer over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Transfer simple syrup to a large bowl and stir in lemon juice.
How to make a simple syrup, in a glass bowl.
  1. Stir in the remaining 6 cups of water until completely combined.

How to make lemonade in a glass bowl with a wooden spoon.
  1. Fill a large pitcher with ice and pour in lemonade. Fill glasses with ice and lemon slices. Pour lemonade into glasses and serve.
Lemonade in a glass with lemon wheels.

Why We Think This is the BEST Homemade Lemonade Recipe

We’re biased, we know, but after drinking a lot of lemonade and trialing different combinations, we’re convinced this is the best homemade lemonade you’ll ever have.

It’s perfectly sweet – Making a simple syrup to add the sugar helps the lemonade stay consistently sweet in every sip. If you add the sugar directly, it may not dissolve, and you’ll end up with sugar at the bottom of the pitcher with bland lemon water near the top.

And a little bit tart – It won’t make you pucker, but squeezing fresh lemons adds the pleasant tartness you expect from a thirst-quenching glass of lemonade.

No “off” taste – After drinking this lemonade, you’ll be tuned into the “off” flavor many store-bought varieties have from the various sweeteners, preservatives, and artificial flavors.

What Can Be Added to This Homemade Lemonade Recipe

While this three-ingredient lemonade recipe is simple and classic, you can easily add your own special flair to each batch.

Fresh herbs are best for adding subtle natural flavors. Infusing the simple syrup with herbs or fruit is a great way to extract maximum flavor without picking pieces of the plant out of your glass. Then, toss a few large sprigs or slices into the pitcher as garnish and for extra flavor!

Here are some flavorful herbs and fruits to add to your next batch of lemonade:

  • Lavender
  • Mint
  • Rosemary
  • Basil
  • Thyme
  • Strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, or blueberries
  • Peaches
  • Watermelon
  • Mango

Can Bottled Lemon Juice Be Used Instead of Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice?

Technically, you can use bottled lemon juice instead of freshly squeezed lemons for making lemonade. But, since bottled lemon juice tends to be more tart than freshly squeezed, you may have to add more sugar to help balance the flavors.

We highly recommend freshly squeezed lemon juice when possible.

Squeezing lemons for lemonade.

The Best Way to Squeeze Fresh Lemons for Homemade Lemonade

You have your lemons, but now what? Here are some tips and tricks to get the most delicious juice out of your lemons!

Choose ripe lemons. Making the best lemonade starts at the store. Choose lemons that are large and tender to the touch. They should give slightly when you press on them but aren’t mushy (which would indicate they’re too ripe).

Warm and roll. If your lemons are ripe, you may only need to roll them on the countertop with gentle pressure. This will get the juice moving away from the membranes, making it easier to extract. If your lemons are on the harder side, put them in the microwave for 10-20 seconds until they’re just slightly warmed, then roll them on the counter.

Use a citrus juicer. Yes, you can slice them in half and use a fork to press out the juice, but you’ll miss a lot with this method. Invest in a low-cost electric citrus juicer (or a manual one!) that gets every drop of delicious juice out of your lemons to get the most juice out of your lemons.

Strain. After you’ve juiced your lemons, you’ll likely have a lot of seeds and chunky bits floating in the juice. Run it through a fine mesh strainer or one layer of cheesecloth to leave you with pure concentrated lemon juice.

A classic lemonade recipe in a pitcher.

Storage Information and Shelf Life

Once made, store lemonade in a covered pitcher in the fridge for up to 1 week.

This recipe is freezer-friendly, which makes it easy to enjoy a glass whenever the craving strikes. Make your concentrate with simple syrup and lemon juice and freeze into ice cubes before adding water.

Store the lemonade cubes in an airtight container in the freezer for up to three months. When you want to make your lemonade, remove as many ice cubes as you want, let them thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature, and add enough water to taste!

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Classic lemonade recipe in glasses garnished with lemon wheels.
Lemonade in a glass with lemon wheels.
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Homemade Lemonade Recipe

We love this Homemade Lemonade Recipe – especially because only three ingredients and 15 minutes stand between you and a glass of perfectly sweet and slightly tart homemade lemonade!
Course Drinks
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 151kcal
Author Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

  • 7 cups water divided
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice about 8 lemons
  • lemon slices for garnish
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Pour 1 cup water and sugar into a small pot and simmer over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
  • Transfer simple syrup to a large bowl and stir in lemon juice.
  • Stir in remaining 6 cups water until completely combined.
  • Fill a large pitcher with ice and pour in lemonade.
  • Fill glasses with ice and lemon slices. Pour lemonade into glasses and serve.

Notes

**recipe makes 8 cups – each serving is 1 cup**
Storage Information and Shelf Life
Once made, store lemonade in a covered pitcher in the fridge for up to 1 week.
This recipe is freezer-friendly, which makes it easy to enjoy a glass whenever the craving strikes. Make your concentrate with simple syrup and lemon juice and freeze into ice cubes before adding water.
Store the lemonade cubes in an airtight container in the freezer for up to three months. When you want to make your lemonade, remove as many ice cubes as you want, let them thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature, and add enough water to taste!

Nutrition

Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 32mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.04mg

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The BEST Grilled Cheese Recipe

We’re so excited about our Grilled Cheese Recipe we have for you all today! Nothing says easy comfort food like a grilled cheese sandwich. The ooey gooey cheese, buttery bread, and delicate crunch as you take each delicious bite make it easy to love this classic sandwich. Just thinking of it dunked into a bowl of steaming tomato soup has me dreaming of colder weather. If making grilled cheese at home consists of slapping butter…

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Perfect grilled cheese recipe cut in half.

We’re so excited about our Grilled Cheese Recipe we have for you all today! Nothing says easy comfort food like a grilled cheese sandwich. The ooey gooey cheese, buttery bread, and delicate crunch as you take each delicious bite make it easy to love this classic sandwich. Just thinking of it dunked into a bowl of steaming tomato soup has me dreaming of colder weather.

If making grilled cheese at home consists of slapping butter on any ol’ bread and shoving a slice of cheese in between, and you’re wondering what’s so special about this ordinary sandwich, you’re in the right place.

We have the BEST grilled cheese recipe, with tips and tricks to take this classic simple comfort food from so-so to absolutely mouth-watering. Once you get the basics, you can easily customize it exactly to your liking!

How to Make the BEST Grilled Cheese Recipe

You only need three ingredients for this classic grilled cheese recipe, so the quality of the ingredients matter. While it will taste good with white bread and American cheese, you deserve to let this grilled sandwich shine by following our easy tutorial.

Ingredients

Perfect grilled cheese recipe ingredients on a kitchen counter.

Process

  1. Spread 1 tablespoon of butter evenly over each slice of bread.
  2. Turn one of the slices over and top with shredded cheese.
Sourdough bread but butter spread on the slices.
Buttered sourdough bread with cheese on one side.
  1. Gently press the other slice of bread (butter out) over the shredded cheese.
  2. Place a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add grilled cheese. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until toasted on the bottom and the cheese begins to melt.
Grilled cheese on a baking sheet before it's cooked.
Grilled cheese in a pan with a top on to melt the cheese.
  1. Flip the grilled cheese, cover it with a lid, and continue to cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the bottom is toasted. Remove from heat, slice, and serve.
Grilled cheese cut in half.

Why We Prefer Butter vs Oil or Mayonnaise

While you could use mayonnaise or oil to keep your grilled cheese from sticking, we prefer butter. These other options keep your bread from burning to the pan but don’t have the nostalgic, buttery, slightly salty flavor we’re going for.

Some people may argue that mayo and some oils have a higher smoke point than butter, but as long as you cook your grilled cheese over medium to medium-low heat and check it after 3-4 minutes, you don’t have to worry about the butter burning on your bread.

The Best Cheese For Grilled Cheese

We like a mix of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, but you can use any type or combination of the ones below (they’re all great melting cheeses)!

  • Sharp cheddar
  • American
  • Monterrey Jack
  • Pepper Jack
  • Gruyère
  • Muenster
  • Provolone
  • Swiss
  • Havarti
  • Fontina

The Best Bread For Grilled Cheese

If you have access to a loaf of fresh sourdough bread, you can’t beat its texture and flavor for your grilled cheese. Here are some other great substitutes, depending on your preference and what you have on hand. Just make sure it’s thick and relatively sturdy so it doesn’t fall apart while cooking.

  • Texas
  • White
  • 100% whole wheat
  • Multigrain
  • Sunflower
  • Brioche
  • Any artisan-style” bread

Grilled Cheese Variations

While this recipe is as simple as three ingredients, you can always follow the same technique with these variations for a new spin.

Add a protein. Along with the cheese, add a slice or two of deli meat, roasted chicken, or roast beef.

Spread on the sauce. Add a smear of pesto, Chick-fil-A sauce, BBQ, buffalo sauce, mayonnaise, ranch, or marinara to your grilled cheese.

Other toppings. Add thinly sliced red onions, arugula, pickles, tomatoes, pickled onions, apple slices, or sauteed mushrooms to the sandwich before or after grilling.

How to Make Our Cheesy Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese (as seen on IG)

We created a cheesy garlic bread version of our grilled cheese and people seemed to really enjoy it, so we’ve provided amounts and instructions below! You basically get our classic grilled cheese recipe, but with a crisp, cheesy, garlic bread exterior that takes this grilled cheese recipe over the top in a very good way!

  1. Combine 3 tablespoons softened, unsalted butter, 2 teaspoons thinly sliced chives, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small mixing bowl and whisk together.
  2. Spread 1 1/2 tablespoons butter evenly over each slice of bread.
  3. Spread Parmesan onto a plate in an even layer and press one of the butter smeared bread slices (butter side down) into the parmesan. Gently shake to remove excess parm. Repeat with remaining bread slice.
  4. Place a pan over medium-low heat. Once hot add one slice of bread (parm side down).
  5. Top with shredded cheese and gently press the other slice of bread (butter/parm out) over the shredded cheese
  6. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until toasted on the bottom and the cheese begins to melt.
  7. Flip the grilled cheese, cover with a lid and continue to cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese has melted and bottom is toasted.
  8. Remove from heat, slice and serve.

Tips and Tricks for Success

Here are a few pointers for the perfect grilled sandwich every single time.

Keep the heat low. Err on the side of caution and keep the heat medium to medium-low. Getting the pan too hot risks burning the outside of the sandwich before the cheese melts or before you realize it’s time to flip it over!

Use a heavy-bottomed pan. To avoid uneven cooking, especially if you’re making more than one grilled cheese at a time, use a pan that has good conduction for even heating, like cast iron or non-stick aluminum.

Cover the pan. Not all recipes tell you to cover the pan, but we find that this extra step helps the cheese melt and the bread stay chewy on the inside while the outside is perfectly toasted.

Don’t skimp on the butter. This ingredient does two things in this recipe, it adds amazing flavor and keeps the bread from sticking and burning. Don’t be afraid to spread it on thick!

Perfect grilled cheese recipe close up on cheese pulls.

What to Pair with Our Grilled Cheese Recipe

While chips and a pickle spear are enough to make this a nostalgic meal from your childhood, amplify your mealtime by serving it with one of these delicious sides!

Storing and Reheating Your Grilled Cheese

We recommend only making what you can eat at once, but if you are making them for a crowd and have a few extra, here’s the best way to store it.

  1. Let the grilled cheese cool and wrap tightly in saran wrap.
  2. Refrigerate for 1-2 days.
  3. Add your grilled cheese to a pan and cover to warm back up. Heat the grilled cheese over low to medium-low heat on the stove for 1-2 minutes, then flip, cooking until the sandwich is warmed through and the cheese is melted again.

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Perfect grilled cheese ripped into pieces.
Grilled cheese cut in half.
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The BEST Grilled Cheese Recipe

Make the BEST Grilled Cheese sandwich with this fool proof recipe. Perfectly melty cheese and buttery crunchy bread every time, no matter how you customize it!
Course dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Calories 737kcal
Author Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 2 slices sourdough bread (or bread of choice)
  • 1 ounce shredded part skim mozzarella
  • 1 ounce shredded cheddar
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Spread 1 tablespoon butter evenly over each slice of bread.
  • Turn one of the slices over and top with shredded cheese.
  • Gently press the other slice of bread (butter out) over the shredded cheese.
  • Place a pan over medium heat. Once hot add grilled cheese. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until toasted on the bottom and the cheese begins to melt.
  • Flip the grilled cheese, cover with lid and continue to cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese has melted and bottom is toasted.
  • Remove from heat, slice and serve.

Notes

Tips and Tricks for Success:
Here are a few pointers for the perfect grilled sandwich every single time.
Keep the heat low. Err on the side of caution and keep the heat medium to medium-low. Getting the pan too hot risks burning the outside of the sandwich before the cheese melts or before you realize it’s time to flip it over!
Use a heavy-bottomed pan. To avoid uneven cooking, especially if you’re making more than one grilled cheese at a time, use a pan that has good conduction for even heating, like cast iron or non-stick aluminum.
Cover the pan. Not all recipes tell you to cover the pan, but we find that this extra step helps the cheese melt and the bread stay chewy on the inside while the outside is perfectly toasted.
Don’t skimp on the butter. This ingredient does two things in this recipe, it adds amazing flavor and keeps the bread from sticking and burning. Don’t be afraid to spread it on thick!
Storing and Reheating Your Grilled Cheese:
We recommend only making what you can eat at once, but if you are making them for a crowd and have a few extra, here’s the best way to store it.
  1. Let the grilled cheese cool and wrap tightly in saran wrap.
  2. Refrigerate for 1-2 days.
  3. Add your grilled cheese to a pan and cover to warm back up. Heat the grilled cheese over low to medium-low heat on the stove for 1-2 minutes, then flip, cooking until the sandwich is warmed through and the cheese is melted again.

Nutrition

Calories: 737kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 1135mg | Potassium: 202mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1120IU | Calcium: 495mg | Iron: 5mg

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Filet o Fish (Copycat)

Sure, it takes a few extra steps to make a Filet o Fish at home, but the texture and flavor from this homemade recipe are incredibly delicious and heartier than what comes wrapped in paper at the drive-thru. Plus, you know exactly what goes into this fish sandwich and where your cod is sourced from. If you’re not a fan of deep frying, don’t worry! We have an easy tutorial below on how to make…

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Filet o fish recipe sandwich on a board.

Sure, it takes a few extra steps to make a Filet o Fish at home, but the texture and flavor from this homemade recipe are incredibly delicious and heartier than what comes wrapped in paper at the drive-thru.

Plus, you know exactly what goes into this fish sandwich and where your cod is sourced from. If you’re not a fan of deep frying, don’t worry! We have an easy tutorial below on how to make this fish sandwich in the oven or air fryer to make it even healthier for you and your family.

To go a step further in the delicious department, you can easily make your own homemade tartar sauce to slather on your fish sandwich for a tangy, creamy dressing that’s much better than store-bought!

Want more copycat recipes? Try our Popeye’s Copycat Chicken Sandwich or In-N-Out Animal Style Fries!

How to Make a Filet o Fish Sandwich

Ingredients

Filet o fish recipe ingredients in a kitchen.

Process

  1. Dry each fillet with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a shallow baking dish, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and dry mustard. Whisk together.
Cod fillets with seasoning on them to make a filet o fish sandwich.
Flour coating to make a filet o fish recipe.
  1. In another shallow baking dish, combine eggs, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Whisk together until fully combined.
  2. Finally, sprinkle panko into a third shallow baking dish. Dredge each fillet in the flour mixture and shake off excess. Next, dredge fillets in the egg mixture, shaking off excess, and finally, the panko crumbs until fully coated.
Beaten eggs in a bowl to make filet o fish.
Coating cod to make filet o fish copycat recipe.
  1. Transfer coated fillets to a baking sheet lined with a cooling rack and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oil to 350˚F (and oven to 350˚F). Fry fillets for 3 to 4 minutes, flip, and continue to fry for an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the fried fish back to the baking sheet lined with a cooling rack.
Filet o fish coating on a baking sheet.
Freshly fried filet o fish resting on a baking sheet.
  1. Immediately top fillets with sliced cheese. Transfer fillets into the oven and bake for 2 to 3 minutes or until the cheese just starts to melt. Remove from oven.
  2. Spread tartare sauce onto the top and bottom of each bun. Place a cheese-covered fillet onto each of the bottom buns and gently press the top buns over each fillet. Serve.
Filet o fish on a baking sheet with cheese on top.
Filet o fish recipe on a board with french fries.

Why This is the BEST Filet o Fish Copycat Recipe

  • The flavorful thick, crunchy breading sticks right to the fish fillet as it fries
  • Can make this recipe in a deep fryer, oven, or air fryer!
  • A fast food favorite made healthier and heartier at home
  • Prepare them up to a few hours before dinner and let them sit in the refrigerator until you’re ready to fry or bake
Filet o fish sandwich with french fries on the side.

Tips and Tricks for Success

  • If you’re cutting large fillets down to size, cut them an inch or two larger than the bun, as the fish will shrink in size as it cooks.
  • Don’t skip the refrigeration step! After you’ve breaded your fish fillets, refrigerate them for 30 minutes to help make the fish as cold as possible to prevent overcooking in the hot oil and to help the breading adhere to the fish, which keeps it on the fish while cooking in the deep fryer.
  • The fish should be cooked through once the breading is golden brown, but you can check the internal temperature of the fish with a thermometer. It’s done and safe to eat at 145 degrees F.
Filet o fish sandwich up close.

Filet o Fish Sandwich Variations

Need to make substitutions or want to switch up the flavor? Try these substitutions and variations!

Flour – We used all-purpose flour, but if needed, make this gluten-free by using a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour instead.

Panko – Instead of panko, try pork panko (ground-up pork rinds) or make your own breadcrumbs by toasting your favorite bread and blending them into a coarse mixture. Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.

Cheese – American cheese will make this sandwich taste like a true copycat, but you can switch it up with Swiss, Cheddar, Muenster, or Provolone cheese for a fun change of flavor.

Buns – We use soft brioche buns, but you can serve this fish sandwich in a regular hamburger bun, gluten-free bun, on ciabatta bread, or even wrapped in a tortilla for a wrap.

Seasoning – Make it spicy by adding 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the mix or add a teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning for a little cajun flair.

Serving Suggestions

Sure, you could serve this fish sandwich with traditional french fries, but why not try something a little more fun, like baked polenta fries or asparagus fries instead?!

Prepare a big Cesar salad with homemade dressing or a shaved Brussels sprout salad.

For an extra helping of vegetables, make a batch of roasted cauliflower or crispy baked cauliflower tots.

Oven Baked Instructions

Preheat oven to 400˚F. Generously spray each side of the breaded fillets with cooking spray. Place fillets onto a baking sheet lined with a cooling rack and bake for 15 minutes. Gently flip each fillet and continue to bake for an additional 7 to 8 minutes. Flip fillets once more, top with sliced cheese and bake for 1 more minute.

Air Fryer Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 400˚F. Generously spray each side of the breaded fillets with cooking spray. Add fillets to air fryer basket, about 1/2 inch to 1 inch apart. Air fry for 10 minutes. Carefully flip each fillet and continue to air fry for 5 minutes. Flip each fillet again, top with sliced cheese and air fry for 1 minute.

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Filet O Fish on a cutting board up close.
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Filet o Fish (Copycat)

This homemade filet o fish copycat recipe is fried golden brown and has extra flaky fish in every bite. Covered in tangy tartar sauce and a slice of cheese, this version tastes even better than the classic McDonald's favorite!
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 1395kcal
Author Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

breaded fish fillets

  • 2 cod fillets (~6 ounces each)
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

assembly

  • 2 slices American cheese
  • 1/4 recipe tartare sauce
  • 2 brioche buns lightly toasted
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Dry each fillet with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper.
  • In a shallow baking dish combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and dry mustard. Whisk together.
  • In another shallow baking dish combine eggs, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Whisk together until fully combined.
  • Finally sprinkle panko into a third shallow baking dish.
  • Dredge each fillet in the flour mixture and shake off excess. Next dredge fillets in the egg mixture, shaking off excess and finally the panko crumbs until fully coated.
  • Transfer coated fillets to a baking sheet lined with a cooling rack and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oil to 350˚F (and oven to 350˚F). Fry fillets for 3 to 4 minutes, flip and continue to fry for an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer fried fish back to the baking sheet lined with a cooling rack.
  • Immediately top fillets with sliced cheese. Transfer fillets into oven and bake for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese just starts to melt. Remove from oven.
  • Spread tartare sauce onto the top and bottom of each bun.
  • Place a cheese covered fillet onto each of the bottom buns and gently press top buns over each fillet. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 1395kcal | Carbohydrates: 121g | Protein: 63g | Fat: 73g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 23g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 413mg | Sodium: 2191mg | Potassium: 1031mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1388IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 489mg | Iron: 7mg

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How to Make Tartar Sauce

This easy homemade tartar sauce recipe is perfect for slathering on fried fish, seafood, or french fries. Dill pickles, capers, dijon mustard, and lemon juice add the perfect tang to the creamy mayonnaise base. You’ll never want to eat the stuff from a bottle again after learning how to make tartar sauce yourself! Origins of Tartar Sauce The tartar sauce we know today likely originated from France (home of hollandaise, bechamel, and red sauce), although…

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Tartar sauce recipe in a bowl with ingredients on the side.

This easy homemade tartar sauce recipe is perfect for slathering on fried fish, seafood, or french fries. Dill pickles, capers, dijon mustard, and lemon juice add the perfect tang to the creamy mayonnaise base. You’ll never want to eat the stuff from a bottle again after learning how to make tartar sauce yourself!

Origins of Tartar Sauce

The tartar sauce we know today likely originated from France (home of hollandaise, bechamel, and red sauce), although some claim it’s been around since the Roman era. In the 1920’s, you could find this seafood-friendly sauce on grocery store shelves.

There are several different ways to make tartar, but the basics include mayonnaise or aioli, pickles, capers, and herbs. Some variations include hard-boiled eggs or lemon juice as well. Different regions typically have their own special flair to tartar sauce, but the creamy and tangy base remains the same.

How to Make Tartar Sauce

You only need 7 basic pantry ingredients to make a batch of homemade tartar sauce. It doesn’t get easier or more delicious than this!

Ingredients

Ingredients to make tartar sauce.

Process

  1. Place all ingredients into a small mixing bowl.
  2. Whisk together until thoroughly combined.
Tar tar sauce recipe ingredients in a bowl ready to be mixed together.
Freshly made tartar sauce in a bowl with a whisk.

How to Use Our Tartare Sauce Recipe

Tartar sauce is the perfect pair for any type of seafood, fried foods, or even roasted vegetables. Bring out the tartar sauce the next time you make:

Ingredients Substitution Options

Instead of lemon juice, substitute vinegar, either white or apple cider.

Instead of chopped pickles and pickle juice, substitute with relish or even chopped onion or shallots

Substitute chives with parsley or tarragon.

You could also add seasonings like onion powder, dried dill, or old bay seasoning if you’d like!

Storing Information and Shelf Life for Our Tartar Sauce Recipe

You can serve this tartar sauce immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Letting the sauce sit in the refrigerator for at least a few hours will get the flavors melding together, which we prefer!

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Tartar sauce recipe in a bowl.
Tartar sauce recipe in a bowl.
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How to Make Tartar Sauce

Learn how to make tartar sauce with this simple recipe. Just 7 ingredients whisked together for an ultra creamy, tangy, and delicious dip fit for any fish dinner.
Course condiment
Cuisine French
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 20
Calories 77kcal
Author Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup dill pickles
  • 2 tablespoons chopped capers
  • 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced chive
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 grated garlic clove
  • salt and pepper to taste
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a small mixing bowl.
  • Whisk together until thoroughly combined.

Notes

**recipe makes 1 1/4 cups – each serving is 1 tablespoon **
Ingredients Substitution Options
Instead of lemon juice, substitute vinegar, either white or apple cider.
Instead of chopped pickles and pickle juice, substitute with relish or even chopped onion or shallots
Substitute chives with parsley or tarragon.
You could also add seasonings like onion powder, dried dill, or old bay seasoning if you’d like!
Storing Information and Shelf Life for Our Tartar Sauce Recipe
You can serve this tartar sauce immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Letting the sauce sit in the refrigerator for at least a few hours will get the flavors melding together, which we prefer!

Nutrition

Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 301mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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