American Cuisine Recipes

Main Dishes

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast and Gravy

This hands-off, foolproof way to achieve tender, juicy white meat can be fully prepped the night before if desired, and there are two spectacular gravy options-or you can simply make use of the pan juices. The aroma of Thanksgiving wafting from your kitchen is an added bonus!    I created this recipe back in 2012…

Condiments

Slow Cooker Spiced Apple Butter

The heavenly aroma of sweet apples and warm spices fills your kitchen with this versatile fall favorite that can be sweetened to taste. The generous batch freezes well, and you can even bake with it!  Maybe you’ve shied away from apple butter because it seems limited to toast and plain yogurt. If those items aren’t…

Snacks

Caramel Apple Nachos

This fun twist on nachos delivers the flavor and crunch of a caramel apple, but in finger-food form. A hit with adults and kids alike!    When I think back to the cool fall days of my childhood, apples weave their way into so many fond memories. Bobbing for apples at Halloween parties, picking apples…

Beverages, Coffee and Tea, Snacks

Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte

There may be no shortage of pumpkin spice lattes in this world, but now you can make them at home, with tea or coffee, iced or hot, and with several other customizable options. You may even find that the homemade version tastes fresher…and at a fraction of the usual price!  I adore coffee and pumpkin, but I…

Breakfast

Crunchy Top Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal (Muffins Optional)

Pumpkin and warm spices join a short list of kitchen staples in this hearty breakfast that may be prepared in advance and enjoyed throughout the week. From sweet pies, muffins, cookies, and cakes to savory soups, vinaigrettes, and even butter, there are so many ways to enjoy pumpkin. For a quick pumpkin fix, I’ve long…

Burgers

The Staycation Burger (a deliciously simple pork burger with options)

One bite of these easy-to-make patties could make you rethink your usual burger. The base recipe has become regular weeknight fare in our house, and the optional pineapple onion jam offers a restaurant-worthy upgrade. (And don’t miss the clever burger-making tip!)   When we think of burgers, the traditional beef patty likely comes to mind.…

Breakfast

Avocado Toast with Salmon and Turmeric Egg

Crispy edges and the flavor of turmeric take a fried egg to a whole new level. When used as a topper for crunchy toast that’s been layered with creamy avocado and smoked salmon, the result is an easy meal with gourmet appeal and staying power.   Traditionally, we think of eggs as breakfast food. If…

Casseroles, Side Dishes

Chicken Chip Bake

Easy-to-make comfort food at its best, this family friendly chicken dish has stood the test of time…and got a little lighter along the way! I was in high school when I scribbled the following recipe on a piece of pink scrap paper as my grandmother prepared it in her kitchen. That was the original Fountain…

Condiments

All Purpose BBQ Spice Rub

Taco seasoning isn’t the only spice blend that will serve you well all year round. From chicken to shrimp, pork and tofu, this simple spice rub adds incredible flavor…whether grilled, sautéed, baked or slow cooked!   This is one of those kitchen staples I rely on heavily because it makes creating a variety of flavorful…

Breakfast, Casseroles

Low Sugar Blueberry Baked Oatmeal

With just 5.3 grams of added sugar per serving, this healthy, wholegrain breakfast relies on the natural sweetness of whole fruit to deliver great taste that we can feel good about. For added convenience, the recipe offers ingredient options!   Baked oatmeals have long been a go-to breakfast in our house. Those who have been…

Salads, Side Dishes

Corn and Cucumber Salad with Basil and Chives

Quite possibly the easiest summer salad with the biggest reward, this fresh-tasting bowl comes together in minutes and has been a favorite with readers–and my family–for years! Summertime cooking should be easy. Ideally, it should also be fresh, crisp, and flavorful. This salad is all of those things. It’s also the reason why I always…

Main Dishes, Soups and Stews

Chili Stuffed Potatoes

Too tired to cook but still need to get dinner on the table? Chili Stuffed Potatoes are here to help! This all-in-one meal is a satisfyingly simple way to reinvent leftovers and easy to make for one person or a crowd!       Even those of us who enjoy cooking get tired of it…

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