It’s time to change up Meatless Mondays with this dairy free white bean butternut squash chili! Your tailgating parties will never be the same. I have been trying to introduce Meatless Monday into our life for, like, ever. I have made recipes for Meatless Monday and Mr. B runs out and grabs a burger. I joke that …
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Buffalo sauce chili is hearty and the perfect use for leftover buffalo sauce. Tailgating, anyone? After last week’s Super Bowl, I felt the urge to eat food fit for a tailgate. I guess in my own way, I was lamenting the end of football season. Usually, football ends and the city of Chicago sets into …
I’ve partnered with Red Gold Tomatoes to share this recipe and giveaway. All opinions are my own. Slow cookers. Chili. Football. Fall. Canned goods, particularly tomatoes… … … I could go on and on, but I think you know where I’m going here. A canned tomato giveaway of course, with a little recipe for chili …
My version of a Trader Joe’s meatless recipe – Slow Cooker Ground Beef and Chorizo Chili. This last week has been crazy. After my Memorial Day BBQ (which I forgot to take pictures of – didn’t take a single picture of any of the food that I made or my handmade decorations), I started a …
This easy Frito Corn Salad recipe combines vibrant veggies, zesty spices, and the crunch of Fritos for a delicious salad, perfect for potlucks and parties. This Fritos Corn Salad is a crowd-pleaser on game day, at picnics, BBQs, potlucks, or as an easy salad for any meal. The first time I made this, I fell …
This slow cooker bean dip is the perfect game day party dip. Simple ingredients – cheese, green onions, and cream cheese are the base for this easy cheesy bean dip. Is it wrong that I am pretty happy eating appetizers? If I could, I’d probably eat taco dip and jalapeno poppers and whipped feta dip and a whole slew of other small …
This homemade bacon jam recipe is a true bacon lover’s dream. Caramelized onions meet smoky bacon in this soft, spreadable jam. For bacon lovers and culinary enthusiasts alike, the concept of bacon jam may be uncharted culinary territory. Often compared to bacon marmalade, this savory spread is a bacon lover’s dream come true. Imagine the perfect balance of caramelized onions and thick-cut, smoked bacon mixed together, creating a soft, spreadable jam that tantalizes your taste …
Jenny Bullistron is a self-taught home cook and a former bartender. She lives in a weird suburb of Chicago, but dreams of moving to a smaller place with more grass, green space, and clean air. If she could grow her own fruit and vegetables, she would be living her dream life. She goes by Jenny …
My easy spicy sausage corn chowder recipe will warm you up! It’s easy to make and feeds a crowd or makes enough for leftovers the next day. Cold winter nights call for delicious hot meals. So does a chilly day in late summer. I have dreams of eating big bowls of steaming soup in front …
This chicken taco casserole is creamy and crunchy! Layers of Doritos, cheese, chicken, and beans along with your favorite taco toppings for the perfect dinner. Casseroles are easy dinner recipes. Easy dinner recipes are my favorite. My college philosophy professor would follow these statements with “Casseroles are your favorite” and he’d probably be right. I …
If you’re looking for ways to use canned tomatoes, you’ve come to the right place. These recipes using canned tomatoes are great dinner and lunch recipes! Canned tomatoes are a great pantry staple item; I always have canned diced tomatoes and crushed tomatoes on hand. So many of my favorite recipes include canned tomatoes that …
I’ve rounded up 20 fall soup recipes perfect for warming you up after a football game or an afternoon of leaf raking. There are healthy options, easy soups, warm soups and more – all the fall soups you could ask for!
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible layered taco dip recipe with ground beef. It’s perfect for serving large crowds and will be a hit on game days or on your next party menu. Packed with simple ingredients like beans, shredded cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and more, this easy appetizer is a true crowd …
This easy homemade hibiscus simple syrup recipe is the perfect substitute for basic simple syrup. Perfect for all of your favorite cocktails. Making simple syrup is easy and making different simple syrups is just as simple. You need a pot, water, sugar, and your favorite ingredients. Hibiscus simple syrup is one of my favorites and …
Make this slow cooker barbacoa beef the next time you are in the mood for tacos, burritos or quesadillas! Originally published January 2015, updated June 2019. The one kitchen tool or appliance that I keep handy year-round is my slow cooker. In the winter, when I am all bundled up and don’t want to leave …
Chicken fajitas are the perfect recipe for summer family dinners! Homemade fajita seasoning and marinade plus chicken, bell peppers, onions, and spices. I recently pulled my indoor grill out of a box and used it to make this chicken fajita recipe. Very, very nice and convenient! It kind of made me feel like I was not in the midst …
This creamy taco pasta recipe is a quick and hearty meal! Ready in 30 minutes, top this easy pasta dinner with your favorite taco garnishes. In case you haven’t noticed, I have a minor addiction to tacos. I have been working hard to diversify my diet, but I often find it is a taco I crave. I’m …
From Chicago, a 5-hour drive will bring you to Traverse City, Michigan. It is known for many things, particularly it’s waterfront and it’s wine. No matter the season, there are many so things to do in Traverse City. This trip was sponsored by the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa and Traverse City Tourism. All opinions …
It’s hard to call dinner recipes the best but it is definitely not hard to call them easy. The 18 easy past dinner recipes below take under 30 minutes to make and are sure to please even picky eaters. You will find one that you love and I recommend trying them all! I have. 18 …
The bee sting cocktail is a spicy take on The Bee’s Knees. You’ll be adding this easy to make, buzz-worthy drink to your list of favorite cocktails! Grab a bottle of chile liqueur and drink this today. Get ready to shake things up and embark on a delightful journey into the world of cocktails! It’s …
This savory sweet potato pancake recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner. Pair these pancakes with chive dipping sauce for the perfect sweet and savory combination. Potato pancakes have always been among my “most loved” foods. My uncle has a fantastic traditional pancakes recipe using regular potatoes; I can never get enough of it when …
Make pickled jalapenos with this easy recipe. Quick pickled jalapeños can be made the day before and enjoyed on a variety of foods including nachos and chili. Also included are instructions for canning jalapeños. Last summer I decided that pickling was my new hobby. I pickled cucumbers… to make pickles. I pickled blueberries and shared them at …
This corn dip recipe is perfect for all parties. Just throw all of the ingredients together! Its a great last minute appetizer and can be served hot or cold. I’m sharing an insanely delicious, easy to make dip recipe today. It’s a corn dip that can be served hot or cold – sounds perfect right? …
These slow cooker sweet and spicy meatballs are the perfect easy game day appetizer. Use frozen meatballs to save time! I love appetizer recipes and the easier the better. And you can’t get easier than my sweet and spicy meatball recipe. I have many go-to party slow cooker recipes – slow cooker bean dip and slow cooker taco dip are two …
This chicken fajita mac and cheese is some serious comfort food. It is perfect for Sunday supper so invite your whole family over for dinner! This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy. This winter hasn’t been that cold and usually we would take advantage of the moderate temperatures and …
No game day celebration is complete without buffalo flavored recipes. Whether you are using it to make wings, appetizers or something a little special, it is a must have. It’s even great for non-sports related parties and your guests will be excited to eat something a little spicy. They may only eat buffalo sauce when …
Have you ever thought about going vegan for a day? I did just that and here is my plant-based journey! Plus, a delicious recipe for vegan black bean fajitas. This post is brought to you in sponsorship with I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter! Thank you for supporting the brands that I love. All opinions …
This chicken tortilla soup is easy to make thanks to pre-cooked chicken – you can even use a rotisserie chicken. It is full of vegetables and spice! Soup is the perfect “throw together food” for those days when you are hungry and aren’t sure what to make. I’m sure you’ve been there before. Maybe you had …
These sheet pan loaded chicken nachos are delicious AND easy to make! Make the slow cooker chicken the night before or the morning of to save time. What is one thing everyone wants more of? Nachos! No, wait, actually it’s time. But we all want nachos too. That’s why today I’m sharing this sheet pan nachos recipe that …
These spicy apple bacon grilled cheese sandwiches are going to add some heat to your lunch. The sweet and spicy apple relish is my favorite part and pairs perfectly with the cheese and bacon. Back in February, I participated in the first edition of this blog hop and shared these delicious chicken fajitas. Then in June, for …
This adult Mexican chocolate milkshake recipe is a delicious blend of chocolate, cinnamon, chipotle chile powder and Cafe Patron! I had been holding on to this boozy Mexican chocolate milkshake recipe for a rainy day – this is the perfect drink to forget the rain. Milkshakes are relatively easy to make. You need a blender …
Get ready for derby parties with this hibiscus honey mint julep. Made with homemade hibiscus simple syrup, it is the perfect mint julep! I’m a sucker for a bourbon cocktail. When Maker’s Mark® asked me to partake in the inaugural Maker’s Mark® Bourbon blogger challenge I could not resist. A few years ago, I visited Louisville and my …
This is a sponsored post written on behalf of the Soyfoods Association for National Soyfood Month. All thoughts and opionions are my own. Start your day with this egg soy meat breakfast burrito and a glass of soy milk! Back in the day, I had periods of time where I called myself a vegetarian. I …
Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken is crowd friendly and perfect for parties! Or, throw it in the crockpot in the morning and on the family dinner table at night. This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. Over the weekend, Mr. B initiated a takeover of my TV. …
Vegetarian black bean enchiladas with jalapeno crema – spicy and full of protein thanks to the double dose of black beans! I love going grocery shopping. All those options give me so many ideas! I see a rutabaga, and I want to cook it. I don’t even know what to do with a rutabaga!! But …
Try this buttermilk duck fat cornbread the next time you make chili! Duck fat is a great addition to this rendition of a classic comfort food. The duck strikes again. And that is a totally awesome thing when it’s duck fat and you’re going to do some baking. One of the items in my box …
An easy recipe for grilled arrachera steak tacos – marinate it for an hour, grill and pile on the garnishes! Somewhere back in the day, I shared with you my recipe for taco seasoning – this is important because it is a key ingredient in today’s recipe for grilled arrachera steak tacos. You’re probably sick …
This homemade taco seasoning recipe is so easy you will never use store-bought packets again. Just a few spices from your spice cabinet! Taco Tuesday and taco night are my favorite days – I just can’t get enough tacos. Whether making ground beef tacos, substituting with ground chicken, or even making taco dip or taco …