Christmas Recipes

Lofthouse Cookies Recipe

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These easy homemade Lofthouse Cookies are always a crowd-favorite cookie. They are soft, sweet, and delicious! I recently learned that…

Cinnamon Rolls

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Soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls topped with cream cheese frosting is the indulgent sweet breakfast, dessert or snack of your dreams.  There are few things as indulgently delicious as a cinnamon roll. A giant swirl of dough filled with cinnamon sugar, ba…

Homemade Apple Cider Recipe

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Homemade Apple Cider Recipe – Easy and delicious homemade apple cider recipe made with apples, oranges, and spices. Simple to make on the stovetop or with my slow cooker apple cider recipe with step-by-step instructions for both methods!

Thanksgiving Punch

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This Thanksgiving punch is vibrant and tastes irresistibly light and fruity! Pomegranate juice and citrus make magic in this drink…

Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti

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When it comes to holiday baking, I always look for a recipe that feels as festive as it tastes, and these Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti hit the mark. They’re sweet, lightly crunchy, and packed with buttery green pistachios and tart red cranberries.&#160…

Pozole Rojo Like Abuela’s

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Pozole has always been one of my favorite soups. It’s a Mexican soup made with tender pork, hominy, and a rich red chili broth. When I can tear myself away from tacos long enough, it’s my go-to order at an authentic Mexican restaurant. I’ve NEVER been able to replicate this soup at home; it’s always…

Cuban Roasted Mojo Pork

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A traditional roasted Cuban Mojo Marinated pork recipe that is very simple, yet packed with tons of flavor! There is nothing to this pork except an amazing marinade, but it is honestly some of the best meat I’ve ever put in my mouth. Just look at that crust! Originally published April 9, 2015. Today I was…

Classic Cheesecake

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Making a Classic Cheesecake Recipe at home is totally doable, and pretty easy once you know these tips and tricks! This New York style cheesecake is rich, creamy, and smooth. Amazing flavor from a secret ingredient makes it the best cheesecake you’ll ever have! Bonus: you don’t even need to use a water bath. Originally…

Texas Cowboy Cookies

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Everything’s bigger in Texas and these Cowboy cookies (sometimes called Texas Cow Chips) are no exception. They are crispy on the edges but chewy and moist in the middle, and have about a hundred mix-ins that all combine to create the Texas of all cookies. Originally posted August 23, 2017. Do you go all out…

Beef Burgundy Recipe

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Is it even Beef Bourguignon if you don’t follow Julia Child’s recipe?? Turns out, yes. This fabulous French beef stew featuring burgundy wine is famous for a reason! It is different from a regular beef stew because the wine sauce is richer and thicker, and great care is taken to ensure the vegetables are not…

Swedish Sour Cream Twists (Layered Yeast Cookies)

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These pastry-like sour cream twist cookies have yeast in them but no rising. You just have to chill the dough a while, roll in lots of sugar, and twist to get one of the best Swedish Christmas traditions! We make these every year. I love to dip them in hot chocolate! Originally published Dec 15,…

2-Minute Maple Butter

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This easy maple butter is your toast or dinner roll’s new favorite topping! It is so easy to whip up (seriously, 2 minutes) and can be made ahead of time. It makes a great (easy! fast!) gift for neighbors, coworkers, or your holiday hostess. Originally published December 13, 2016. “Eric, my nose is so cold.…

One Hour Cinnamon Rolls

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From zero to hot cinnamon rolls in one hour flat! These one-hour cinnamon rolls do not skimp on flavor even though they are so easy. The dough is soft and tender, the brown sugar filling is just right. It doesn’t get any better than cinnamon rolls for breakfast! Originally published February 08, 2013. This one’s…

Easy Quiche Recipe with Bacon and Spinach

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Quiche is not a breakfast casserole baked in a pie shell, oh no. It is a creamy concoction that is more custard like, with plenty of cheese and add-ins. This is my favorite basic spinach quiche recipe because it is easy, incredibly flavorful, and hello, bacon. I will show you step-by-step how to make quiche…

How to Roast Hazelnuts

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If you’ve never roasted hazelnuts at home, you’re missing out on one of life’s simplest pleasures. Roasting hazelnuts brings out their rich, buttery flavor and makes them a perfect snack or a special ingredient for your favorite recipes.  Whether …

Best Apple Pie

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I used to be a total Apple Pie hater. It’s always too mushy and bland. But no longer! I’ve found the perfect method to make the Best Homemade Apple Pie of your life! This classic recipe has a double crust (you won’t miss that crumble), a cooked filling for the best texture and flavor, and…

Bacon Egg and Cheese Casserole

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This egg casserole recipe is breakfast at its finest. I mean how do you beat bacon and eggs, really? You don’t. Oh wait, you add cheese and make it the night before. That’s how. BOOM. Originally posted January 5, 2016. Start your morning with this Egg and Cheese Casserole Have you seen my keys anywhere? They…

Crispy Swedish Cardamom Cookies

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I love Swedish cardamom cookies that are ultra buttery and crispy-crunchy, yet still light and airy. There is cinnamon in the recipe but cardamom is the star flavor. These cardamom cookies are a family classic that we make every year. Perfect with milk, hot chocolate, or coffee! Originally published May 9, 2014.  I have a…

Brazilian Carrot Cake

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What makes this Brazilian Carrot Cake better than a regular carrot cake? The chocolate topping, of course!  If you’ve never had Brazilian Carrot Cake, prepare to have your cake expectations completely redefined. Unlike the spiced, cream cheese-top…

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