Latin America is home to diverse culinary masterpieces. With influences from African, Asian, European, and Native American cuisines, every dish features a superb flavor combination. Each country has its own unique specialties, but there are also certain condiments, such as pico de gallo and guacamole, that are used throughout the region. Needless to say, each and every dish is utter perfection. Sample the flavorful dishes Latin America has to offer....
Don’t get me wrong; I love a piece of garlic bread or a bowl of spinach dip as much as the next gal. Best Asian Appetizers and Starters But sometimes, I’m on the lookout for something different. That’s where these Asian starters come in! From spicy spring rolls to crispy fried tofu, there is something for every palate on this list. Most of the unique ingredients can often be found in Asian grocery stores or bigger supermarkets....
I have a deep love for carnitas and carne asada, along with pretty much any recipe from South of the Border. But let’s be honest — we don’t always have the time to cook a massive piece of meat for hours on end, right? So when you can make delicious tacos, taquitos, and enchiladas in under an hour with a simple piece of chicken, why would you waste your time on anything else?...
Some call them salmon patties, to others, they’re croquettes. I, however, like to call them burgers from the sea. These patties get a 10/10 both in texture and flavor. Oh, and they get extra points for being super nutritious, too. Want a wonderful and wholesome lunch or dinner? Take out the air fryer and make these scrumptious salmon patties! Air Fryer Salmon Patties Salmon patties are golden and crispy on the outside, soft and flaky on the inside, and delicious in every bite....
Preparation As the space where we spend hours sleeping, styling outfits, or cuddled up watching a good movie, we all know the importance of an organized, beautiful bedroom. What’s more, we also recognize that a chaotic and messy space isn’t conducive to a good night’s rest or time well spent. Staying organized is a whole lot easier when storage beds are involved. Invest in your space—and in yourself—by buying a multi-purpose piece of furniture....
Cashew Chicken Meatballs Monday Meatball Mania is back!!! Wow you guys LOVED the Swedish Meatballs I shared last month. Soft tender meatballs bathed in a creamy gravy….ugh. How did it take me so long to share that one?? For those not already on board the meatball train, here’s the background: my friend Jo from Jo Cooks and I whole heartedly agree that there needs to be more ball shaped foods in this world....
These meatballs are crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside. They’re coated with a thick marinara sauce, giving you an explosion of flavors in every bite. With wonderfully balanced flavors and textures, it’s impossible not to fall in love with this meal. Whether you serve these meatballs with pasta, rice, or bread, you’re guaranteed to have an unforgettable experience. Also, don’t let Gordon Ramsay’s reputation intimidate you....
1 ¼ lb steak ⅓ cup Italian dressing 3 tbsp lime juice 2 green bell peppers, cut into chunks 2 medium onions, cut into chunks 8 medium flour tortillas, warmed salsa Soak bamboo skewers ten minutes. Trim fat from steak, cut into 1 inch cubes. In a small bowl combine dressing and lime juice. Thread beef, peppers and onions onto the skewers, brush with dressing. Grill 10-15 minutes until all is done....
In my house (and probably most homes, I would imagine), food brings family together. When I take the time and effort to make a home-cooked meal, it is both appreciated and enjoyed by my family. A meal is what brings us together- no matter how busy our days have been. It brings comfort into our kitchen, and it sparks conversation to keep us all in the loop with each other....
Preparation When you’ve landed on the perfect outfit that includes your favorite pair of jeans, it’s a major disappointment to pull them out of your drawer and find them creased with pesky wrinkles. The bulky garment often takes up too much space in ours closets when hung, and is commonly relegated to shelves or dresser drawers, but folding our jeans and pants is often what leads to unwelcome lines that often require ironing or steaming....
Preparation Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian are officially husband and wife! After attending this year’s Grammy Awards together in Las Vegas, the pair eloped early the next morning, 1:45 a.m. to be exact, at the One Love Wedding Chapel, People reports. “I didn’t know who it was until they pulled up. I advertise as 24-hours but they wanted to make sure I was still there,” Marty Frierson, the owner of the chapel, told the outlet....
When you buy crackers at the store, they’re full of all kinds of preservatives. I can’t think of a single cracker brand that I really absolutely love either. Crackers are all okay to snack on, but they’re never anything very special. Lavash crackers are in the same boat. You can certainly buy them at the store, but they’re so incredibly delicious when you make them homemade. This recipe for Lavash Crackers has a pretty good list of directions- lots of steps involved....
4 cups raw apples, diced 1 cup walnuts, chopped 2 cups sugar 1 cup Crisco 3 eggs, unbeaten 2 cups flour 2 tsp baking soda 2 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp salt Blend all ingredients together except apples and nuts. Then add apples and nuts and mix until well blended in. Pour into a greased cake tin Bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees F Sugar: 57g : Calcium: 37mg Calories: 698kcal...
Preparation Halloween is just around the corner, and this spooky holiday has sparked quite a bit of conversation around people’s belief in paranormal activity. A new survey, which was commissioned by Phantom Wines and conducted by OnePoll, discovered that out of the 2,000 respondents aged 21 and over, 63 percent of them are convinced that paranormal activity exists. What’s more, 57 percent of survey participants noted that they believe in ghosts, 39 percent believe in visitors from other planets, and 27 consider Bigfoot to be real....
18 oz Oreo cookies 8 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, softened 24 oz almond bark In a food processor, chop Oreo cookies until they look like dirt. Add cream cheese and blend until mixture forms a ball. Form the mixture into small marble-size balls. Place in refrigerator for 2 hours or until firm to the touch. Melt almond bark according to instructions on package. Using a shrimp fork or large toothpick, pierce each ball and roll in melted almond bark....
1 small garlic cloves, crushed 1 tbsp chives, chopped ½ cup spinach leaves ⅛ cup yogurt ¼ tsp salt ⅛ tsp pepper 4 slices white bread ⅛ cup vinegar 1 tbsp butter 4 large eggs 4 Roma tomatoes Yogurt Sauce, Spinach, and Tomatoes: To prepare the sauce, add the yogurt to a mixing bowl. Next, add the chopped chives. Then add the crushed garlic to the sauce. Season with salt and pepper....
1½ cups broccoli florets 1½ cups carrots 1½ cups cauliflower florets 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp garlic salt 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp granulated sugar 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp ground black pepper Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place the vegetables onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and drizzle oil and spices over them. Toss to combine. Bake vegetables for 20 minutes or until tender....
I love it when the weather warms up and its time to turn in our slow cookers and soups for the grill and salads! I love a good salad and to me “good” means a salad piled high with crunchy veggies, nuts or seeds and always a good cheese – with lettuce more of an in-between filler of all other things delicious. This Southwest Salad is no exception. Its packed with red bell peppers, tomatoes, fresh sweet corn, black beans, sunflower seeds, Pepper Jack cheese, and tortilla strips all bathed in the most intoxicatingly delicious creamy Avocado Dressing....
Preparation Though it only became an official holiday in 1972, the annual celebration of Father’s Day in the U.S.—which takes place on the third Sunday in June—was born in Spokane, Washington, long before that. In 1910, to be exact, when Sonora Smart Dodd, one of six children raised by a widower, set out to establish an official equivalent to Mother’s Day for male parents. Around the world, Father’s Day festivities occur throughout the year, like the second Sunday of August in Brazil, where St....
Preparation The holiday season wouldn’t be complete without decking the halls with boughs of holly, stockings, and, of course, wreaths. The Christmas motif brings cheer to both the exterior and interior of your home, whether it’s hung from windows and doors or displayed above your mantel. The only downside to wreaths is that they can often be clunky to store in the off-season. But with some innovative storage solutions, you’ll be able to keep the evergreens safe from dust and pests while still ensuring they’re conveniently tucked away....
