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From baked potatoes to biscuits to mac and cheese, I’ve rounded up 19 side dishes that will make your lobster dinner menu even more irresistible! Lobster tails are a sweet and luxurious dish that we often reserve for special occasions. Whether they’re steamed, grilled to perfection, or baked in butter, lobster tails make for a decadent meal that never disappoints. And since lobster dinner is such a treat, you might think you need something equally fancy to pair it with....

They have a sweet and tangy flavor that makes them unique among most desserts, and there’s often a rich tropical flair, as well. Most of them are also relatively easy to make, and they don’t take a ton of time or skill. From this list, both the hamantaschen and the papaya coconut crumble cake take about an hour. But the rest take less than 50 minutes, with many requiring only 10 or 15 minutes each....

Kale is the king of leafy greens. It’s rich in vitamins, omega-3s, fiber, and protein. As king of the greens, its vibrant flavors aren’t for everyone. From spicy curries to Indian potato salad, these dishes are so rich and flavorful that you may just become a kale convert! Indian recipes don’t shy away from bold flavors. So you can whip up an incredibly satisfying dinner dish and sneak your daily dose of kale....

What’s not to love about broccoli? It’s delicious, healthy, and incredibly versatile. There are so many ways to prepare it, too. Broccoli can be a main dish, side dish, or appetizer. Today, I’m focusing on broccoli appetizer variations! If you love broccoli as much as I do and you’re looking for new recipes to try, these tasty bites are sure to be a hit! 1. Broccoli Cheddar Bites Broccoli and cheddar are a perfect pair....

Of course, that doesn’t mean there’s no good time to enjoy them. On the contrary, it means the exact opposite — it’s always a good time to enjoy them! Purple cocktails can be anything you need them to be – fun, flirty, elegant, spooky, eerie, or just really, really tasty. They’re bright and bold, and they always make good conversation starters. Plus, there are a few holidays where you can make them work....

Some prefer bacon, but I’ve always been more of a breakfast sausage person. From zesty and peppery, to sweet maple sausages, it’s all SO good! If sausage links and eggs seem a bit too plain today, this list was made for you! Try something new like breakfast quesadillas or sausage breakfast salad. It’s time to get your breakfast, brunch, or brinner on. Browse this list of 17 hearty and delicious sausage and egg recipes to find your new favorite!...

Not only are strawberries sweet, juicy, and colorful, but they’re also super versatile. You can serve them fresh or cooked, and they pair well with everything from bananas and chocolate to coconut and cream cheese. So, if you’re looking for a quick ingredient to brighten up your morning, try one of these sensational strawberry breakfast recipes. And don’t worry, you’ll find more than just pancakes on this list. Breakfast tacos, anyone?...

Rosemary adds incredible flavor to everything from classic dishes to refreshing cocktails and tasty sides. Tired of your regular chicken dish? Add some rosemary! Need to jazz up plain ol’ fish? Add some rosemary! Looking for a cocktail with a hint of something savory to cut through the sweet? You guessed it – add some rosemary! You’ll use these rosemary recipes so much, you should probably go ahead and hit ‘save’ now!...

Milk, butter, and cheese are essential ingredients to a great many dishes. That being said, cooking for someone who can’t have dairy can be a challenge. Enter, this amazing round-up of recipes! If you’re looking for new dairy-free dishes to add to your weekly meal rotation, you’ve come to the right place! From appetizers to sides to entrees, and breakfast to snacks to dinner, this list has you covered. Yakisoba chicken, meatloaf, Mexican rice – these recipes are distinct proof that you can have an enjoyable meal even without dairy....

What better way is there to usher in the new year than with a delectable dessert? Today, I have a variety of dessert recipes, all of which are perfect for your New Year’s Eve festivities. They’re all so decadent, it’s hard to pick which one to try first. So why not just try them all? This list has everything, from cupcakes to cakes to cookies, and more. And no matter what your favorite flavor is – chocolate, cheese, orange, champagne – I have you covered....

Preparation You either love them or you hate them: That’s how it is for many people when it comes to Brussels sprouts. We’re here to sing the praises of this diminutive green vegetable because Brussels sprouts are healthy and delicious. They’re part of the cruciferous family of vegetables along with cauliflower and broccoli, and though small in size, they are loaded with vitamins and minerals including vitamins A, C, and K, calcium, and potassium....

Preparation Counting down to midnight, watching the ball drop, and toasting with Champagne are all classic parts of the New Year celebration. Where and how you decide to ring in 2022 will impact your festivities, though. According to WalletHub, 65 percent of Americans are planning to spend a minimum of $50 on food and drinks for their parties and 60 percent will spend the day with friends or family. The site went a step further to find out where the best places are to celebrate the new year....

If there is a birthday coming up for a certain someone you know… a someone who enjoys being surprised with goodies, then a birthday milkshake is the way to go. It’s a treat filled to the brim with an M&M’S cake batter milkshake, and the rim is adorned with the most delicious garnish ever. White frosting is rubbed on the edge of the rims of the glasses. A birthday cake treat wouldn’t be complete without frosting, would it?...

Preparation Communal snacking and sharing is at its prime during the holidays, so creating a grazing board that everyone can enjoy together makes for a warm gathering. Resist the temptation to go over the top and keep your holiday food board simple, says Yasmin Fahr, author of the new cookbook Boards and Spreads. Making a Christmas board should be a source of pleasure, rather than stress. Fahr’s book is the perfect guide for making inviting holiday boards with a mixture of homemade and store-bought ingredients, resulting in impromptu spreads that are more celebratory than fussy....

Look away if you’re dieting: this recipe calls for not one, not two, but THREE different types of cheese. If we’re going to make this, let’s go all the way and do it right! To all the French readers out there – let me know how I did?? 😊 Croque Monsieur If there is one thing I think you can count on with the French when it comes to cooking, it’s their knack for taking things up a notch in the grand pursuit of edible bliss....

1½ lb mixed chicken pieces, chicken leg, thigh, breast salt and ground pepper, to taste 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp oregano, dried 1 cup whole wheat flour 4 tbsp butter 2 tbsp vegetable oil To Serve: gravy In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano. Whisk until fully combined. Pat your chicken dry using a paper towel. Coat them in your flour mixture. In a skillet, heat up the oil and butter....

It’s the perfect cookie for holidays, get-together’s, parties and more. They also make excellent Christmas gifts. Simply put them in a Christmas tin and wrap with a bow. Best of all they’re quick, easy, and almost always gone within a few hours! Tips & Tricks: Unwrap and freeze your peanut butter cups before pressing them into the hot cookie. This prevents them from falling to pieces. After preparing the dough, place in the refrigerator for one hour....

My favorite time of the year is here and I can hardly contain myself. I absolutely love summer but since you can’t string twinkle lights all around your house in August without the neighbors giving you the side eye….December wins the prize for most festive month ever, in my book. I love the glitz and glitter of the holidays….the only time of year when the puffer coats are couture and gaudy is great....

Preparation Upon first glance, Sherwin-Williams’ 2022 Color of the Year, Evergreen Fog, reads similarly to sage, a shade experiencing quite the renaissance. After your eyes adjust, however, its green-forward notes meld with the gray—and you quickly realize that this hue is far more nuanced than the muted springtime pastel. Evergreen Fog, a true mid-tone, holds its weight: It’s subtle and reassuring (green is, after all, a color we know well; it is the grass, the earth, the very essence of nature), but statement making, too....

11 oz Romaine lettuce, (½ of a head), chopped 1 tbsp vegetable oil 8 oz chicken breast, (1 piece), boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces 6 slices bacon, cut into ½-inch thickness ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved, or 2 ripe avocados, seeded, peeled, and cut into small pieces 2 hard-boiled eggs, diced ⅓ cup red wine vinegar 1 tbsp dijon mustard, or grain 1 tsp brown sugar ⅔ cup olive oil...