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Making homemade butter often has a reputation for being labor-intensive, but I’m here to show you how to master this surprisingly simple skill. My step-by-step butter recipe breaks down the process. This is the only butter recipe you’ll ever need, with a creamy, rich flavor that will leave you wondering why you ever bought butter from the store. Let me guide you! Homemade butter is truly a treat to eat. The subtle flavor of the creamy buttermilk shines through, so you’ll want to slather it thickly on your toast!...

Sip on this creamy green kiwi smoothie with a bright tropical taste. It’s made with mostly fruit, and it’s ready in just 5 minutes! I drink a lot of smoothies, so I’m always looking for ways to keep them interesting, and this kiwi smoothie is one of my favorite ways to shake things up. Kiwi brings a bright, tangy punch, but it’s nicely balanced by sweet banana and pineapple, so the flavor stays fresh and approachable....

If you want a flavorful side dish for your next Mexican-inspired feast, then this Mexican pasta salad is a quick and easy recipe that just might steal the spotlight. Every time I bring this to a potluck, I’m asked for the recipe – it’s a crowd favorite, and I’m excited to share my essential pasta salad tip . Ever caught yourself mulling over what dish would steal the show at a potluck?...

While you eat these prosciutto-wrapped peaches, the song “What a Wonderful World” plays in your head, every time! It’s not guaranteed, but you’ll likely be floating on air with these delightful appetizers, snacks, or salad toppers. Sweet grilled peaches wrapped in salty prosciutto, here we come! The secret to these prosciutto-wrapped peaches is the BBQ. Peaches on their own are incredible when grilled; now imagine how they taste when you blanket them with delicate, perfectly cured prosciutto!...

These pub-style salt-and-pepper chicken wings are so simple yet so delicious. We make them extra crispy by tossing them with a special ingredient. They’re an easy-to-make crowd favorite for parties or game days, and they’re ready in under an hour! These salt and pepper chicken wings are my go-to whenever I’m feeding a crowd. They’re baked instead of fried, but still come out incredibly crispy, with golden skin and a savory, peppery bite that’s hard to stop eating....

This raspberry vinaigrette is my go-to for the summer salad season. It will liven up the simplest bed of greens with its rosy red color and sweet-tart taste. It’s fresh, fruity, and incredibly easy to make with just five ingredients! As the weather warms and berries come into season, I love swapping heavier dressings for something fresh and fruity like this raspberry vinaigrette. It’s bright, lightly sweet, and perfectly balanced, making it ideal for spring and summer salads....

This raw carrot salad will sweep you off your feet! Vibrant carrots are grated then left to soften in a tangy, sweet, savory, and creamy dressing that ties it all together. Add some fresh herbs, cranberries for sweetness, and crunchy pecans for texture, and you’ll be craving this every day – lucky it only takes 15 minutes to whip up! This raw carrot salad shows that simple ingredients can deliver big flavor....

Want a filling and delicious make-ahead breakfast recipe? This easy-to-make sausage egg mushroom casserole has your name on it! This brunch recipe features a crispy potato and sweet potato crust, loaded with sausages, mushrooms, spinach, and eggs. It’s a delicious start to the day that allows you to savor more quality time with your loved ones. I start this casserole with a base of sweet potato and regular potato hash, cooking it until it’s golden and crisp on the bottom....

These summer noodle dishes are just the thing you need to cool you down on a hot summer night. When it’s hot outside, you’ll love these cold and refreshing noodle recipes! On a hot summer night, you NEED a cooling dinner, and these quick and easy noodle recipes are about to become fast family favorites. You’ll find noodle salad loaded with summer vegetables, noodle bowls, and even our favorite way to enjoy ramen when it’s too hot for a bowl of soup....

This Thai-inspired chicken meatball soup is flavor-packed and easy to make with a creamy coconut curry broth, shiitake mushrooms, and oven-baked meatballs. Served warm with rice noodles or fluffy jasmine rice, this makes for the perfect cozy meal in under an hour. There are few meals more cozy than a big bowl of steaming hot curry. This recipe idea came to me one night when I was craving Thai flavors, but all I had in my fridge was some ground chicken....

This is the creamy pesto sauce that we make whenever we’re craving pesto. It’s made with simple ingredients, easy to make (everything goes into your blender), and unbelievably creamy without adding any cream. It’s delicious on everything from cooked pasta and roasted vegetables to sandwiches, eggs, and more. It’s lusciously creamy, thick, and packed with flavor—without a drop of heavy cream. Instead of cream, I use plenty of nuts and blend them really well, which gives this pesto its rich, velvety texture while keeping the ingredients simple....

My cooking club is a fun way to try a new recipe every month AND get the chance to win an awesome prize. Each month, we choose one recipe for you to make. After you make it, snap a quick pic and share it in the recipe comment section. One lucky winner will be randomly selected to receive a $100 gift card! Here’s how to join and win prizes! Recipe: Cook the recipe of the month....

This tomato cheddar soup with grilled cheese croutons is exactly what we crave on a cold rainy day. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that uses mostly pantry ingredients, and it’s ready in just 30 minutes! If you love a comforting bowl of tomato soup, also try our bacon tomato soup , tomato lentil soup , and tomato carrot soup . This creamy tomato cheddar soup is what I make when I’m craving something cozy and comforting, but don’t want to spend all day in the kitchen....

This vegetarian quinoa chili is full of flavor and feel-good ingredients. Made with beans, quinoa, cocoa powder, chocolate, and molasses, it has a unique, rich taste and wonderful depth. It’s an easy-to-make and hearty meal that even meat lovers will enjoy! There’s nothing more comforting than a bowl of warm chili on a cold day. This cozy chocolate quinoa chili is richer and more delicious than many vegetarian chili recipes....

This white bean dip is creamy and delicious, made with buttery olives. It’s quick and easy to make in your food processor, and you likely have most of the ingredients on hand. Whether you want a quick snack or a simple appetizer, you’ll love this white bean dip recipe. Calling all dip lovers! I’ve got a white bean dip recipe to share with you today, and I have a feeling you’re going to love it....

This easy asparagus salad recipe is bursting with flavors. The still slightly crisp asparagus mixed with salad greens, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, and walnuts. Then a balsamic glaze is drizzled over the top, making it taste amazing. You’ll love this simple spring salad recipe! As soon as spring rolls around and asparagus is cheap, plentiful, and often local, this is the salad I start making on repeat. It’s simple, fresh, and exactly the kind of dish that makes me excited about what’s in season....

This cherry vinaigrette brings a burst of fruity freshness to your summer salads and takes just minutes to whip up. The cherries provide a tart sweetness that melds with the white balsamic vinegar, balancing them with a little tangy acidity. It’s a delicious, summery dressing that elevates crisp, leafy mixed greens! Cherry alert! When I spot those little red gems of joy at the farmer’s market, I know that the wait for summer is finally over....

This is our favorite broccoli cheese soup. The flavor is simply incredible. It’s creamy, cheesy, and has the perfect amount of broccoli bites hiding in the thick soup. We lighten it up by eliminating the usual flour-and-butter roux and cream, but you will never know. I’m a big broccoli cheese soup fan, but I’ve always wanted a version I could make at home that still tastes rich and cozy without relying on the usual heavy ingredients....

This carrot noodle pad Thai with shaved carrots is a twist on a takeout favorite. It’s perfectly cooked carrot noodles, bean sprouts, prawns, and egg tossed in a tasty tamarind sauce, and served with all the toppings. It’s easy to make, and it’s ready in just 30 minutes! Here’s a pad thai recipe that’s colorful, fresh, and full of flavor. In this untraditional version, we use carrot ribbons in place of rice noodles for a light yet satisfying dish that won’t weigh you down....

This pumpkin chili is the ultimate cold-weather comfort food. It’s warm, loaded with good-for-you ingredients, and full of flavor. Plus, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that all goes into one pot, and it’s ready in an hour! We’re not exaggerating when we tell you this pumpkin chili might be our favorite chili recipe yet. It’s completely vegetarian yet has a flavorful rich and creamy broth with soft chunks of butternut squash, chewy corn, and lots of beans....