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I am so ready to indulge in the seasonal flavors of Fall, and this Caramel Apple Cheesecake Dip is the perfect transitional treat. It’s one of my favorite desserts this time of year; it’s full of rich, creamy flavors and incredibly simple to make. It’s sweet, tangy, smooth, and full of caramel flavor, making it an instant hit for parties or a cozy night at home. Some of my other favorite easy entertaining recipes for this time of year are Pumpkin Mousse , Pumpkin Bread , Apple Pie Bars , Iced Oatmeal Cookies , and Apple Spice Cake ....

When you think of Christmas cookies or holiday cookies, most often gingerbread or sugar cookies come to mind, but this year I wanted to add my Chocolate Dipped Chewy Peanut Butter Cookie to your dessert lineup! These peanut butter cookies are thin, chewy, and definitely not crumbly! They have a rich, nutty aroma as they’re baking in the oven, slightly crisp edges with dense, yet pillowy soft and chewy centers....

Plan an at-home Cinco de Mayo fiesta with these delicious Easy Cinco de Mayo Recipes. You can enjoy your favorite Mexican food and drink, such as tacos and margaritas, from the comfort of your own home! This round-up has all your Cinco de Mayo favorites, from dips, casseroles, finger foods, and delicious margaritas. These are some of my favorite Cinco de Mayo recipes, and I hope you love them too!...

Fresh, vibrant, veggie-loaded crispy rice salad made with a spicy-sweet gochujang vinaigrette. Over the last few years, crispy rice salads have been trending and gained a lot of momentum in the food space. And now I totally understand why! Crispy rice with flavor-packed and fresh, crunchy chopped veggies is everything I want in a salad. My version uses a California-grown wild rice blend for extra chew, crispy edges, and not to mention the spicy-sweet gochujang vinaigrette packs a punch and really sets this salad apart....

We all need an easy beef and broccoli recipe up our sleeves. What’s not to love? It’s better than takeout, made just a little over 30 minutes and is full of good-for-you nutrients. You’ll love this recipe for many reasons but most of all because of the tender and nutritious beef. I recommend using flank steak for this recipe and slicing it into very thin strips. It results in the most tender, flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth beef....

Whether you are in a pinch for an appetizer or are just looking for something yummy to bring to a party or potluck, these easy crockpot meatballs are perfect for you! After Thanksgiving, there are of course a lot of leftovers. And one of my favorite ways to use up leftover cranberry sauce is in these meatballs! Plus, every party needs a Crockpot full of cranberry sauce meatballs, amiright?...

I’ve been making Instant Pot Yogurt for several years, and it’s become one of my favorite foods to meal prep for the week. The yogurt pairs really well with my 5 ingredient energy bars and chewy granola bars or you can use it to make smoothies or add it to savory recipes like my egg salad or broccoli salad . I love that the recipe makes a big batch, and it’s free from added sugars and preservatives, making it a healthier option for my kids and myself!...

Mmm, Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta! Hello weeknight wonder! ? Noodles and sauce deserve an upgrade, and this weeknight dinner delivers. The crushed tomatoes provide tons of bright flavor and the sauce is enhanced by the fennel and Italian seasoning. Contrary to popular belief, marinara sauces don’t always need to simmer for hours on end! This meal comes together in 30 minutes yet is still infused with fresh flavors....

Things to love about Lemon Blueberry Pancakes : fluffy, light and full of flavor! Simple enough for weekdays, yet these homemade pancakes feel indulgent enough for weekend brunch too! Serve them on their own or with an egg dish like my Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole or Sheet Pan Eggs . Or go all out and have a pancake party… whip up my Apple Cinnamon Pancakes or Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes alongside these Lemon Blueberry ones!...

Lentil Won Ton Tacos are my healthy and creative spin on regular tacos. Typically won ton wrappers are used to make wonton dumplings. I thought it would be fun to use them to make a healthy finger-food appetizer. Lentils are one of those foods I have a back and fourth relationship with. I feel like I go on a lentils kick, and then I almost forget about them for a while....

This massaged kale salad is my favorite go to salad. Yes, I said it and I mean it! Any time I have a family dinner or friends come over, this is the salad I love to make. It has all the textures and flavors you’re looking for in a salad and it’s unique compared to most salads thanks to the snap peas, bulgur and delicious homemade dressing. But I get it if you’re not a fan of kale, (err, like my husband!...

This Mediterranean Salmon needs to be on your menu this summer! It’s full of fresh and vibrant flavors, and gets doused in a Greek dressing after it bakes making it ultra-tender and flakey! I’m back with another salmon recipes because: It’s delicious and nutrient-dense and c’mon look how beautiful it is! Do I really have to have a reason!? ? I’ve got this Sheet Pan Salmon with Homemade Pesto here on KK too and it’s another healthy dinner that’s full of flavor, quick and easy!...

Hello cutie, mini, poppable Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies. 😍 These soft and chewy cookies pack in all the deliciousness of a regular-size chocolate chip cookie but in a snackable bite-sized form. They have slightly crisp edges but chewy, stay-soft-for-days interiors speckled with mini semisweet chocolate chips. Their rich, buttery flavor and cute little size make them truly irresistible. One of the best parts is not having to chill the cookie dough before making it; I love a no-chill cookie recipe !...

This Pumpkin Curry with Chicken is an easy weeknight dinner, comforting, vibrant, satisfying and the perfect amount of pumpkin-y! Pumpkin Curry is far from bland and boring and is a fun way to switch up your dinner routine and it’s great for meal prep too! September is National Rice Month, a special month to celebrate the U.S. rice industry, including farmers, producers, and manufacturers. This year marks the 33rd Anniversary of National Rice Month!...

Happy Tuesday everyone! Today I am sharing a recipe that I make very often with Cameron and I figured if we love these Spicy Sesame Udon Noodles so much then you all will too! What are udon noodles? How to cook udon noodles Ingredients you will need This spicy udon noodle dish is… What to serve spicy sesame udon noodles with More recipes you will love What are udon noodles?...

These quick and easy Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps come together in just 20 minutes and are loaded with tons of flavor. Tender ground chicken is cooked in a homemade Thai sauce, paired with tangy quick-pickled carrots, and served in crisp butter lettuce leaves for a fresh and satisfying meal. For more Asian-inspired recipes, try my Crispy Sesame Chicken , Chopped Chicken Salad with Sesame Dressing , or Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken ....

If you’ve ever found yourself craving carrot cake but not in the mood to commit to the whole layer-cake situation, these Carrot Cake Bars are your answer! They’ve got all the warm spices, sweet carrot flavor, and the soft, moist texture you love in a classic carrot cake, but in a low-effort, one-pan bar form. Speaking of, I love this 9×9-inch baking pan for this recipe! You’ll love my Carrot Cake Bread , Carrot Cake Cookies , or my Carrot Cake Oatmeal , too!...

This dessert might be one of the healthiest and tastiest desserts you can choose. I am on a kiwi craze right now just because they are so yummy! Kiwi contains fiber, phytonutrients, vitamins C & E, potassium and many other minerals. They are not only great nutritionally, but they can last a while in your fridge too…about 1-2 weeks. I want to encourage you to try kiwi out like this dipped in dark chocolate because lets be real, anything dipped in chocolate is always good....

One of the most requested recipes for my copycat series was this Panera Potato Soup! And I see why. It’s creamy and rich, filled with potatoes, bacon, chives, Monterey Jack Cheese, and Asiago cheese on top. It’s so cozy, but here’s the thing: making it at home is so easy and tastes better! Panera soup options are always delicious and flavorful, but they really are better when made at home!...

Cornbread is by far one of my favorite comfort foods and for it being a favorite, I rarely make it! We are actually having cornbread at our wedding we both love it so much! 🙂 These cornbread herb muffins come together super fast. You will quickly combine all dry ingredients in one bowl, wet in another, combine them and pour into a muffin pan or cupcake pan. In 20 minutes, you’ll be taking a hearty cornbread out of the oven!...