These soft & chewy gingerbread cheesecake cookies combine the warm flavors of molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves with a rich, tangy cheesecake filling in the center. It’s an unexpected delight, and I bet you won’t be able to stop at just one cookie! These cookies are made with cream of tartar and rolled in a cinnamon sugar mixture, resembling snickerdoodles . These gingerbread cheesecake cookies are made from the cookie dough base of my gingerbread snickerdoodles ....

As we enter into soup season, I thought it was the best time to show you how to make the easiest, most delicious homemade chicken stock. It’s so easy to make and tastes AMAZING!! Seriously, it puts store-bought stock to shame and is a great way to use your leftover chicken carcass after you make my roast chicken recipe. Use this chicken stock in my chicken gnocchi soup , chicken noodle soup or chicken risotto with broccoli....

A homemade pie is undeniably comforting, and the foundation of every great pie is the homemade pie crust. A good pie crust can make all the difference and really make or break the pie recipe. It’s really a simple process, not as daunting as it may seem, and far more rewarding than using store-bought crusts. In this post, I share my success and troubleshooting tips so you can make the perfect pie crust every time!...

These salmon nuggets with bang bang sauce are a fast and easy appetizer, or serve them with my favorite Asian cucumber salad for an elevated dinner option. You will love how streamlined this recipe is for your busy weeknight meals at home. Just 15 minutes of recipe prep time, and 20 minutes from the oven to your family dinner table. My family and I have been loving salmon lately, and my Brown Sugar Salmon and Mediterranean Salmon have been on repeat....

My heart is pounding as I begin to type this. Mainly because this is the most open and honest I’ve ever been on my blog. Here we go… Like many people in college, and beyond college, I drank alcohol. Perhaps sometimes too much. Some nights too much to the point I literally was disgusted with myself the next morning. “Why did I do that? I feel like crap. Omg…I text him that?...

My Apple Cinnamon Monkey Bread is a classic treat that will steal the spotlight at any gathering or make mornings extra special. This irresistible creation combines the warmth of cinnamon, the sweetness of sugar and Granny Smith apples, and the buttery layers of Pillsbury cinnamon rolls into a decadent, pull-apart masterpiece that’s as fun to make as it is to devour. My Biscoff Banana Bread , Cinnamon Crumb Cake , Orange Cinnamon Rolls , and Coffee Cake Cookies are all crowd-favorites you need to try, too!...

Baked Chicken Tacos are a total game-changer for busy nights or weekends! Like my Crispy Baked Beef Tacos , the se will soon be a family staple. Made with shredded rotisserie chicken for convenience (or leftover shredded chicken you may have), taco seasoning, diced green chiles, and Colby Jack cheese. The chicken cheesy mixture gets tucked away in yellow corn tortillas and baked until crispy right on a sheet pan....

If you love bakery-style cookies, you do not want to miss these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies! They’re soft, thick, and loaded with melty chocolate chips. These cookies have everything you love about my famous Kroll’s Kookies , but include the perfect amount of warm pumpkin spice flavor. For more pumpkin cookies, try my Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Roll Cookies , Pumpkin Pie Cookies , Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies , or my Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies....

My love for these Cheesy Spinach Lasagna Rolls Ups is kind of out of control. I mean, my love for easy pasta recipes in general is kind of out of control to be honest, haha! But these spinach lasagna rolls ups are super easy to make and use simple ingredients . Sometimes making a classic lasagna (as much as I’m obsessed with it) can be very time consuming, so these spinach lasagna roll ups make dinner low-fuss and fun to make....

These Chocolate Potato Chip Cookies have everything you love about a classic cookie, but with crunchy, salty potato chips mixed right in! They have a chewy center, crisp edges, and are the ultimate cookie for salty-sweet lovers! For more delicious, fun cookie recipes, try my Chocolate Dipped Brown Butter Cookies , Cowboy Cookies , or Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake ! If you’re a fan of salty-sweet combos, you’re going to love these Chocolate Potato Chip Cookies....

You know I love a good cookie but these Cookies and Cream Cookies transformed into bars is just might be my new favorite thing. As if the cookies and cream cookies weren’t delicious enough I had to go and make the recipe into bars ? You deserve it! These Funfetti Cookie Bars or Banana Chocolate Chip Bars are high up in the rankings these days too! All of these recipes are freezer friendly too so you can snag a treat whenever the craving hits....

The simplest way to describe my Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is to say the flavors are non-stop. OK, let me explain. This salad packs an earthy, crunchy, sweetness from the freshly shaved Brussels sprouts, honey crisp apples, red onions, toasted pecans, and delicately crisp prosciutto. But c’mon, the flavors don’t stop there. The lemony freshness of the honey-Dijon dressing balances out the slightly bitter Brussels sprouts and the sweetness of the apples and dried cranberries to make this salad a flavorful, nutritious addition to your holiday meal....

Don’t you love it when you see fresh cranberries pop up in the product section! Hello holiday season! Move over pumpkin. Cranberries, enter scene. JK, I will forever love pumpkin . But cranberries have a special place in my heart too. If you don’t have any fresh cranberries on hand you can always opt for my Cranberry Orange Breakfast Bread made with dried cranberries! What are some health benefits of cranberries?...

It’s burger season so let’s make a juicy ground turkey burger with pomegranate ketchup that everyone will be talking about! What separates these burgers from all the other recipes is how the pomegranate ketchup intensifies all the flavors. It really takes the recipe to the next level. The pomegranate ketchup is made from simply reducing down 100% CA Grown pomegranate juice to create a pomegranate molasses and mixing the molasses with ketchup....

If you’re anything like me, as the weather changes, I immediately begin craving a cozy, one-dish meal that feels both hearty and comforting, like my Oven-Baked Spanish Rice with Chorizo. I just know it will quickly become a family favorite! For more delicious recipes, try my Sausage Peppers, and Rice Skillet , Teriyaki Chicken and Rice Skillet , or my Mediterranean Chicken and Rice . The smoky chorizo infuses every bite of rice with rich flavor, while the baked method ensures tender, fluffy grains....

Pineapple Margarita anyone?! I can’t believe Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner! Since many of us will be celebrating at home , I hope this recipe inspires you to create a fresh and fun drink from the comfort of your own kitchen. I love that this recipe has minimal ingredients , some of which you might already have on hand. And if not, pop in to your local Sprouts and grab some pineapple, limes and whatever else you may need....

There is just something so good about Soft and chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies! They’re nostalgic and comforting, and my recipe has the best soft centers with slightly crisp edges, the perfect balance of sweetness, and an irresistible melt-in-your-mouth texture. I share many chocolate chip cookie recipes, like my famous giant bakery-style Kroll’s Kookies , Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk (or chip) Cookies, Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies , Sheet Pan Chocolate Chip Cookies , and these Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches ....

My Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a super easy and delicious snack or appetizer made with shredded chicken tossed in buffalo sauce and served on slider buns. They have a spicy and tangy flavor, are convenient and simple to bring together, making them a popular choice for game day parties or casual get togethers. Much like my Cheeseburger Sliders, Philly Cheesesteak Sliders and my Cuban Sliders . Sliders are always a great go-to option and my buffalo chicken sliders take everything you love about buffalo chicken dip and pack it into a bite-sized irresistible sandwich....

My Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin is made with a savory-sweet Asian-inspired sauce that makes tender, juicy, flavorful pork every time. A weeknight winner that’s made with minimal effort but big on flavor! Serve with rice and veggies and skip the takeout! Want more slow cooker inspo? Try my Slow Cooker Pork Ribs , Slow Cooker Pulled Pork , Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Thighs , or my Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos ....

These Thanksgiving Leftover Sliders are the best way to turn your holiday extras into something new and totally delicious. Soft rolls get stacked with tender turkey, savory stuffing, and a layer of cranberry sauce to create the perfect bite-sized mashup of all your favorite Thanksgiving flavors. For more slider recipes, try my Cuban Sliders , Cheeseburger Sliders , Philly Cheesesteak Sliders , Pizza Sliders , Buffalo Chicken Sliders , or Breakfast Sliders !...