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You can often find sausage meat at the butcher shop or sometimes at the meat counter, but you can also just buy a pack of sausages and remove the skins in a pinch. Usually, this meat is seasoned and full of extras that make it filling, tasty, and perfect for so many recipes, from chili and pasta to soups and pizza. Who knew sausage could be so versatile?! So, if you’re looking for an easy way to give your dinners a boost, try out one of these fabulous 21 ground sausage recipes....

These Italian slow cooker recipes are no exception, and all you’ll need is to flip the switch and let it do its magic. Even the pasta cooks right in the pot for most of them, and we all know slow cooking is the best way to make your meat super tender. So whether you’re looking for a rich pasta sauce or full-blown lasagna, this list has you covered. 1. Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Who doesn’t love creamy alfredo sauce with al dente pasta and roasted chicken?...

From peach cobbler to pulled pork, these easy fix-it-and-forget-it dishes make summer days even more leisurely. I know a crockpot doesn’t initially scream summer. My mind immediately pictures hot soup on a cold day. It makes me want to have friends over and cook up a big batch of chili. But it can also help keep your kitchen cool! There’s nothing worse than walking from the sweltering summer air into a blazing hot kitchen!...

I spent the entire week eating my way around the Big Easy and came home happy as a clam. The Cajun people settled in the bayou lands of southern Louisiana a few hundred years ago, and they’ve been wowing people with their incredible cuisine ever since. Cajun recipes are a heavenly mix of French and Southern, making them strong, hearty, and loaded with flavor. No doubt you’ve tried jambalaya, and I bet you’ve had a bowl of gumbo, but have you ever had Boudin balls?...

Averaging at 5,000 Scoville Heat Units, this bright green chile has just the right amount of spice. It’s relatively mild, but still packs a punch. They can be enjoyed raw on their own, but there are also quite a number of ways you can incorporate them into meals. In today’s round-up, it’s all about appetizers. From dips and poppers to garlic bread and sliders, these recipes create mouthwatering starters that’ll guarantee your party’s success....

There are so many fantastic options, and I know you’ll want to make them all! There are some real winners here, from the shortcut versions of our childhood favorites to some recreations that will leave you in awe. Some are great snacks to have on hand, and others are little indulgences that will fly off the plate at your next party. And who doesn’t love a bag full of homemade cashew brittle around the holidays?...

Preparation In November 2020, five years after meeting at Pepperdine Law School, Cassidy and Nicholas were living in Utah and celebrating their anniversary at the St. Regis Deer Valley—but Nicholas had his eye on the future. “Nicholas said, ‘Let’s go outside to take a photograph,’ and it was setup with roses, a sign, and lots of candles,” says Cassidy of his proposal. “It was pretty dreamy, as it had snowed all day the day before—a true winter wonderland moment....

This simple yet delightful recipe is so addictive, and these sugar cookies are impossible to resist! Plus, they’re so incredibly pretty! They’re already so elegant and dainty, but the fun part is that you can dress Amish sugar cookies up as you please. Decorate them for any holiday or any theme during the year! Best of all, they are ridiculously easy to make. Anyone can whip them up! No wonder the recipe has been passed on from generation to generation....

2 lb spareribs, cut into individual ribs and excess fat removed 6 cups cabbage, thinly sliced 4 oz bacon rashers, chopped 3 cups granny smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced 3 oz yellow onions, minced ½ cup apple cider vinegar ¼ cup apple juice 2 tbsp brown sugar salt and ground black pepper, to taste vegetable oil, as necessary To Serve: 1 tbsp apple sauce, per serving For Garnish: ¼ tsp spring onions, per serving...

With layers of crumbly pecans, fluffy cheesecake, silky chocolate pudding, billowy whipped cream, and more pecans on top, this dessert truly is a delight. But even with all that, it’s still crazy-easy to make. Thank the heavens for instant pudding and Cool Whip, amirite? One recipe makes a big batch, so it’s ideal for BBQs, parties, and potlucks. That said, expect it to disappear in a snap. One bite, and you’ll know why this chocolate delight is my go-to summer dessert....

This classic side dish is perfect for barbecues, roasted meat, or even as a snack. If you’re ready to dig into the perfect macaroni salad, give this simple but extremely delicious recipe a try. One bite and you’ll feel like you’re right in your grandma’s kitchen! Macaroni Salad Ingredients If you’re ready to make Grandma’s Macaroni Salad, gather up all your ingredients. Elbow macaroni (cooked and drained) – For perfectly cooked macaroni, make sure to bring your water to a boil first before adding the pasta....

Miso and eggplant is a gorgeous combination of flavours, and by caramelising the glaze it really takes this to another level. Miso Glazed Japanese Eggplant It always amazes me how the simplest of recipes can have such an incredible depth of flavour. This is one such dish. This recipe is based on a traditional Japanese eggplant dish called Dengaku Miso Eggplant. The traditional way of making this in Japan is to drape the eggplant in the miso sauce, which is a thinner version of the Miso Glaze in this recipe (I’ve included directions to turn the recipe into a sauce)....

Preparation Silicone baking mats are essential pieces of cookware you typically see in restaurants or commercial kitchens, but they’re convenient tools for home chefs, too. Appropriate for both desserts and savory recipes, these mats can be used in the oven up to 3,000 times before they even need to be replaced. In order to ensure you’re taking the best care of your product, we asked the experts how to clean these nonstick baking mats....

Preparation It’s dinnertime, and you forgot to defrost a protein. Don’t panic: You can still have meat, chicken, or seafood fresh out of the freezer thanks to your favorite tool for hands-off, easy-to-put-together dinners. We’re talking about the Instant Pot, of course. It can do it all, including cooking frozen meats completely through so that they are delicious and safe to eat. You might not be able to use the exact same recipe or technique you originally planned on, but we’re sharing tips for cooking frozen meats in your Instant Pot—including the cuts you can and can’t work with....

Preparation Fresh herbs are essential to summer cooking. Even gardeners with a humble window box of parsley, rosemary, and basil quickly learn that these herbs are enough to make even simple dishes really shine without too much fuss. But as fall approaches (and so does the first frost), how can you make the most of your herbs so nothing goes to waste? Dried herbs are a pantry staple, and they’re incredibly easy to make at home with whatever you have on hand....

Preparation Exposed brick adds major appeal to most homes, a fact most interior designers agree on. “It’s a little unexpected and it creates an organic texture that is just beautiful,” Molly Machmer-Wessels, the co-founder of and designer at Woodland Design Company, says. Plus, “exposed brick makes it feel as if the walls have a story—as if there are multiple chapters in the home’s history and layers to its personality,” notes Maggie Griffin, the founder and lead designer at Maggie Griffin Design....

When you opt to reheat this pasta, it is important to make it taste similar to freshly cooked pasta. The result may not be exactly like the original, creamy, delicious dish, but it will be equally palatable to eat. How To Reheat Fettuccine Alfredo 1. Reheat Fettuccine Alfredo Using the Oven Reheating Fettuccine Alfredo in the oven works well. In fact, it is a quick and easy method that is usually the most recommended....

Preparation When you think of flowers in the kitchen, what comes to mind? If you’re like most people, it probably involves a vase full of fresh blooms in all their botanical glory. However, if you’re looking for ways to take your meals to the next level, it might be time to look beyond décor and reach for edible flowers. From tangy hibiscus to earthy chamomile, edible flowers can add a gourmet touch to your food....

Did you know that you can make cookies with a cake mix? It’s not just good for cakes, and these lemon cake cookies are distinct proof. This recipe yields soft, pillowy lemon cookies that no one will be able to resist. Think of them as being like the popular chocolate crinkles, but flavored with lemon. Seriously, these cookies are so insanely good, you won’t be able to stop at five!...

** Follow the Roast Beef Cut guide below to determine which cuts are best for marinating** Marinated Roast Beef This is a recipe that was born during the days when I was a poverty stricken uni student who refused to live on packet ramen day after day. I wanted roast beef and gravy, damn it! But of course, my budget would never stretch to Prime Rib, so I’d purchase the best value roast beef cuts I could find then end up chewing my way through dry, tasteless roast beef....