Game Day Recipes

Frisco’s Peruvian Green Sauce

Looking for a condiment that complements and elevates seemingly everything? This flavor-packed sauce is easy to make๏ผand makes enough to share. We almost always have a jar in the refrigerator, and whenever I whip up a fresh batch, I give a jar away.         How many times have you enjoyed a restaurant…

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…

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…

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…

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, sautรฉed, baked or slow cooked!   This is one of those kitchen staples I rely on heavily because it makes creating a variety of flavorful…

Cowboy Caviar

A make-ahead recipe with a cheeky name, this bean-based dip, commonly served with tortilla chips, is equally delicious as a salad or salsa. Perfect for family meals and casual entertaining, Cowboy Caviar is always a hit!   Some may be wondering. What exactly is cowboy caviar? To clarify, there are no fish eggs in cowboy…

Shabnam’s Secret Chicken Recipe

Healthier grilled drumsticks are tender and juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside (even when there’s no skin!) thanks to this clever marinade. Tips for perfectly grilled drumsticks are included, and there’s a compelling story behind the special recipe, too.       Shabnam Arora Afsah was one of the first food bloggers…

Nutella Brownies

Chewy edges yield to delightfully creamy insides and a “just right” chocolate flavor in these Nutella-infused brownies…and the recipe fills a 9×13 pan!   Most years, I kick off the unofficial start to summer with some sort of ice cream treat. Because I’m making a slight deviation this year, I have two words for those…

Wild Mushroom Pizza

The flavor-packed “sauce” and topping for this unconventional pizza may be prepared in advance so the pizza can be simply assembled and baked when ready to eat. Even those who dislike mushrooms have fought over the last slice!         I fully realize that photos depicting shades of brown may not convince you…

Easy One Avocado Guacamole

A dollop of guacamole adds a little something special to so many meals, and it’s a heart-healthy snack, too. But sometimes you don’t need a big batch, or perhaps you only have one avocado. This speedy recipe is for those times and more!   Fun fact: avocados are also known as alligator pears, and less…

Healthy Refried Beans

Quick and easy to make with pantry staples, homemade refried beans add filling, plant-based protein to a variety of meals and form the flavorful foundation to one of my go-to speedy dinners!   Beans can be a hard sell for some. Their reputation precedes them and they donโ€™t look especially pretty. So if you happen…

Protein Packed Peanut Butter Balls

A wholesome list of pantry staples comes together easily for a good-for-you treat with a protein punch!         Over the years, my grandmotherโ€™s chocolate peanut butter egg recipeย recipe has acquired a vast and devoted fanbase. The eggs (which can be rolled into balls if preferred) are pretty close to confectionary perfection, if…

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