Recipes
Don Pablo’s Sopapillas
Don Pablo’s Sopapillas Don Pablo’s Sopapillas will forever have a place in my heart. I don’t care what anyone says, Don Pablo’s was the best chain restaurant and I would do anything for them to make a comeback. Cinnamon Sugar1/2 C sugar1/2 TB cinnamonBrandy...
Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cinnamon Ginger Cream Cheese Frosting
Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cinnamon Ginger Cream Cheese Frosting Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cinnamon Ginger Cream Cheese Frosting is the perfect dessert for Easter Dinner. You won’t believe how moist this cake is. It’s a perfect balance with the bite of the...
Crispy Honey Chicken
This crispy honey chicken is the perfect weeknight meal when you don't feel like cooking but still want something super satisfying. I always have Costco brand frozen chicken nuggets in the freezer along with Trader Joe's vegetable fried rice. These are staples...
Perfect Teriyaki Grilled Chicken
Fire up the grill for this teriyaki chicken. Plan ahead when it comes to this chicken because you want it to marinate in the fridge for at least 8 hours. Can you marinate for less time? Yes. But your chicken won't be as flavorful. Tips for the Best Teriyaki...
Award Winning Chili
this post may contain affiliate links My award-winning chili recipe is the most quintessential chili. I have two major rules for chili: 1. There can't be more beans than meat and 2. It can't have cinnamon. Sorry, all you Cincinnati residents. This chili is...
Mongolian Beef
Mongolian Beef I never had it growing up and while dating my husband in my 20’s, he made me try it on a date at P.F. Chang’s. I was SHOOK. I haven not veered from this menu item in almost 20 years. It’s SO good. This tastes just as good and much cheaper! This...
Cajun Shrimp Pasta
If you've ever had Bahama Breeze's "Calyspo Shrimp Pasta" then you're familiar with the flavors of this pasta dish. It's slightly spicy and deeply flavorful. The sauce is brothy and sops into crusty bread like a dream. The flavor combination sounds like it...
Creamy Garlic Chicken
this post may contain affiliate links I feel like we are always looking for chicken recipes to add to our dinner rotation. Chicken breasts always go on sale and are plentiful no matter where you live. I'm happy to say you have found a chicken recipe that will...
Homemade Meat Sauce
Homemade Meat Sauce When I don’t want to take the quick & easy route, this is my go-to sauce recipe. I love this meat sauce because it’s super flavorful with a slight sweetness that cuts the acidity. I made this batch for a big lasagna I’ll be taking to my...