FRIED MAC AND CHEESE BITES

Classic comfort food is kicked up a notch, Southern style, in this delicious Fried Mac and Cheese Bites recipe!

Author: Bailey

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb macaroni pasta
• 2 lbs cheese (cheddar, Gouda, fontina, Gruyere, etc...)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoon flour
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 3 cups milk
• 3 eggs, whisked
• 2 cups breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• vegetable oil, for frying

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cook pasta according to package directions, in a large pot.

You can visit littlesouthernkitchen.com for full instructions.

Sugar Cookie Truffles

Sugar cookie truffles are a must-try for Christmas or any holiday. It’s a four-ingredient no-bake recipe that uses sugar cookies, cream cheese, white chocolate and sprinkles!

Servings: 18 sugar cookie truffles

Author : Haley

Ingredients

• 2 cups (200 g) or 12 sugar cookies¹ about 2 1/2 to 3-inches in diameter
• 4 tablespoons (2 oz or 57 g) cream cheese, room temperature²
• 2 cups white chocolate melting wafers, or candy melts
• Sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

1. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

You can visit ifyougiveablondeakitchen.com for full instructions.

BUTTERBEER CAKE

Harry Potter fans, this Butterbeer Cake is for you! Butterscotch, cream soda, and marshmallow all in one spellbinding dessert.

Servings: 12

Author : Olivia - livforcake

INGREDIENTS

Butterbeer Cake:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 tsps baking powder
• 3.5 oz butterscotch instant pudding mix one package
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs room temperature
• 1 1/4 cups cream soda clear
• 1 tsp clear vanilla extract *

Marshmallow Frosting:

• 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter room temperature
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 14 oz marshmallow fluff store bought or homemade
• 1 tsp clear vanilla extract

Assembly:

• butterscotch sauce **
• gold sanding sugar

INSTRUCTIONS

Butterbeer Cake:

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Grease and flour three 6" cake rounds and line with parchment.

You can visit livforcake.com for full instructions.

CRISPY SOUTHWEST WRAP

Crispy Southwest Wraps are one of our go-to, easy meals. They take less than 30-minutes and my family loves them!

Servings: 8

Author : Lauren Allen - tastesbetterfromscratch

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 Tablespoons water
• 15 ounce can black beans , drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn , thawed
• 1/2 red bell pepper , chopped
• 1 green onion , chopped
• 1 cup cooked rice (leftover rice works great!), white, brown, rice pilaf, wild rice
• 1 1/2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey or pepperjack)
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 6-8 large flour tortillas

Instructions

1. Add the ground beef to a large skillet over medium heat.  Cook and crumble until browned. Drain grease. 

You can visit tastesbetterfromscratch.com for full instructions.

Spicy Honey Lime Chicken Thigh Recipe

Boneless skinless chicken thighs cook up quickly and are finished in a delicious garlic infused sauce that's sticky, sweet and spicy, with a tart citrus tang from the lime juice.

Servings: 4

Author : Tricia - savingdessert

Ingredients

• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• juice of 1 lime, about 1 1/2 tablespoons
• pinch of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons Sriracha dry seasoning, more or less to taste (or substitute your favorite seasoning blend)
• 1 3/4 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 8 thighs) (chicken breasts work well too but need to cook longer)
• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed chili pepper flakes (optional)
• chopped fresh parsley for garnish
• sliced lime wedges for serving

Instructions

1. Combine the garlic, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, salt and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir to combine, set aside.

Yuu can visit savingdessert.com for full instructions.

VANILLA CINNAMON BUTTERMILK PANCAKES

The softest, fluffiest, best buttermilk pancakes… from scratch!  Savor the sweet hints of vanilla and warmth of the cinnamon; the perfect breakfast!

Yield : 4 SERVINGS

Author : THE CHUNKY CHEF

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 Tbsp white sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup melted butter

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Melt the butter and set aside to cool down slightly.

You can visit thechunkychef.com for full instructions.

CLASSIC CHINESE CHOW MEIN

Classic Chinese Chow Mein with authentic ingredients and easy ingredient swaps to make this a pantry meal in a pinch!

Author : Sabrina - dinnerthendessert

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1/4 head cabbage thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic , crushed and minced
• 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (aka Kecap Manis)* see note for homemade substitute
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 4 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 cup water
• 12 ounces chow mein noodles , cooked a minute shy of the directions*
• 6 ounces bean sprouts (optional)
• sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat a large pan or wok on high heat.

You can visit dinnerthendessert.com for full instructions.

STRAWBERRY FLAN JELLO CAKE RECIPE

This decadent Strawberry Flan Jello Cake Recipe is a 3 in 1, a cake and flan encased in a refreshing jello shell. A showstopper dessert for any occasion. 

Author : Tiffany Bendayan-livingsweetmoments

Ingredients

Strawberry Cake Layer

• 1 Strawberry Cake Mix*
• 1 cup Water
• 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil
• 3 eggs

For Flan Layer

• 4 Eggs
• 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
• 1 can Condensed Milk
• 1 1/4 cups Milk
• 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

For Jello Layer

• 6 oz box Strawberry Jello (the big box)
• 4 cups Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit 

You can visit livingsweetmoments.com for full instructions.

Mexican Cauliflower “Rice”

All the flavors from traditional Mexican Rice without all the carbs! This lightened up version uses cauliflower, which makes it the perfect side during Whole30.

Serves : 4

Author : Keri - fashionablefoods

Ingredients

• 1 Head Small/Medium Cauliflower, I used orange cauliflower, but white works just as well!
• 1 Tablespoon Extra-Light Olive Oil
• 1 Tablespoon Ghee*
• 1 Small Onion, finely chopped
• 2 Cloves Garlic, finely minced
• 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste (make sure there’s no added sugar)
• Salt & Pepper, to taste
• ½ Cup Chicken Broth, or vegetable broth
• Fresh Cilantro Leaves, for garnish

Instructions

1. Grate the cauliflower using a box grater or the grating attachment on a food processor. Set aside.

You can visit fashionablefoods.com for full instructions.

MINI LEMON DONUTS

These Mini Lemon Donuts come together quickly by using a cake mix and are topped with a delicious fresh strawberry glaze.

Author: Kattie - madetobeamomma

Ingredients

DONUTS

• 1 box lemon cake mix
• 1 egg
• 1 cup water
• ¼ cup vegetable/ canola oil you can also substitute with coconut oil

ICING

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp milk
• 2 tsp. pureed strawberries

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a mini donut pan. 

You can visit madetobeamomma.com for full instructions.

PUMPKIN SPICE COOKIES WITH CINNAMON CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

Our Pumpkin Spice Cookies with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting is an old family recipe that only gets better with age (and they taste just like pumpkin pie!)

Yield : 3 DOZEN COOKIES

Author : twosisterscrafting

INGREDIENTS:

Pumpkin Spice Cookies:

• 1/2 Cup Butter (Sweet Cream Salted)
• 1 Cup Sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 Cup Canned Pumpkin
• 2 Cups Flour
• 4 tsp. Baking Powder
• 1 tsp. Salt
• 2 1/2 tsp. Cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp. Nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp. Ginger
• 1 Cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans (optional)
• Cookie Sheets
• Parchment Paper

Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 1/2 Cup Butter (Sweet Cream Salted)
• 8 oz. block of Cream Cheese
• 3 tsp. Vanilla
• 4 cups Powdered Sugar
• 1 tsp. Cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:

Pumpkin Spice Cookies:

1. In a mixer cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

You can visit twosisterscrafting.com for full directions

FUNFETTI VANILLA LAYER CAKE

Funfetti Vanilla Layer Cake with two layers of vanilla cake loaded with sprinkles, frosted with vanilla buttercream and completely covered in SPRINKLES!

Yield : Serves 12

Author : Jessica Holmes - sweetestmenu

INGREDIENTS

Vanilla cake

• 230 grams (1 cup or 2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 200 grams (1 cup) caster sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 315 grams (2 and 1/4 cups) plain flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 240 ml (1 cup) milk
• 2 tablespoons full fat sour cream
• 1/4 cup sprinkles (rainbow jimmies)

Vanilla buttercream

• 230 grams (1 cup or 2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 2 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
• 750 grams (6 cups) icing or powdered sugar
• 60 ml (1/4 cup) milk
• 2 cups of sprinkles (rainbow jimmies)

INSTRUCTIONS

You can visit sweetestmenu.com for full instructions.

EASY BEEF AND BROCCOLI STIR FRY

Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry – forget take-out! In 15 minutes you can have this insanely delicious beef and broccoli stir fry! Way better than any restaurant version!

Servings: 4

Author : Joanna Cismaru - jocooks

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup soy sauce low sodium
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 3 tbsp sherry
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp fresh ginger minced
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce or to taste
• 1/2 cup beef broth or chicken broth, low sodium or no sodium
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb flank steak trimmed of fat and sliced thin against the grain
• 1 head broccoli cut into small florets

Instructions

Visit jocooks.com for full instructions.

Steak With Creamy Garlic Shrimp

Steak And Creamy Garlic Shrimp is an incredible easy to make gourmet steak dinner! Pan Seared OR Grilled! Tastes just like something out of a restaurant, this low carb steak recipe is ready on the table in less than 15 minutes. The sauce is out of this world...you will even impress yourself!

Servings: 4 people

Author : Karina - cafedelites

Ingredients

Steaks:

• 4 New York Steak strip steaks (Porterhouse steaks)
• Salt and pepper to season
• 1-2 tablespoons olive oil

Creamy Garlic Shrimp:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
• 8 ounces (250 g) shrimp deveined, tails on or off
• 4 cloves garlic (or 1 tablespoons minced garlic)
• 1/4 cup dry white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
• 3/4 cup heavy cream* (thickened cream)
• 1/4 cup fresh shredded parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

Visit cafedelites.com for full instructions.

Chocolate Kiss Cookies

Chocolate Kiss Cookies-decadent chocolate cookies rolled in sprinkles and topped with a chocolate kiss. A fun cookie for the holidays or any occasion! 

Yield : 25 Cookies

Author : twopeasandtheirpod

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup Dutch process or unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg yolk, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup nonpareil sprinkles
• 25 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

DIRECTIONS:

Visit twopeasandtheirpod.com for full directions.

Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe

This was super easy to make and, I’ll say it, better than the original!

Yield : 6

Author : Janette Staub - cookingwithjanica

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb ground meat
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 6 burrito size flour tortillas
• 6 tostada shells
• 1 cup of sour cream
• 2 cups of shredded lettuce
• 1 diced tomato
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• Nacho Cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

For full instructions you can go to cookingwithjanica.com.

TIRAMISU CHEESECAKE

This Tiramisu Cheesecake is almost completely no bake, super easy to make and tastes just like tiramisu! The combination of espresso, Kahlua and mascarpone cheese is to die for!

Yield : 12-14 Slices

Author : Lindsay - lifeloveandsugar

INGREDIENTS:

CRUST

• 1 1/4 cup (167g) vanilla wafer crumbs
• 1/4 cup (56g) salted butter, melted
• 1 1/2 tbsp (20g) sugar

CHEESECAKE FILLING

• 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, room temperature
• 16 oz (452) mascarpone cheese, room temperature
• 1/4 cup (52g) sugar
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
• 1/2 cup (58g) powdered sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

KAHLUA MIXTURE*

• 3 tbsp (45ml) warm water
• 2 tbsp (30ml) instant espresso powder
• 1 cup (240ml) Kahlua
• 12 ladyfingers

KAHLUA WHIPPED CREAM

• 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
• 1/4 cup (60ml) Kahlua mixture (remaining from above), cold
• 10 tbsp (73g) powdered sugar
• Cocoa, optional

DIRECTIONS:

For full directions you can go to lifeloveandsugar.com.

HOT CHOCOLATE FLOATS

Hot chocolate has never tasted so good! Regular hot chocolate gets an upgrade by adding ice cream, hot fudge sauce, and other gourmet toppings. I love making these hot chocolate floats with rich, creamy hot chocolate made from scratch, but if you prefer, you can substitute 4 cups of prepared hot chocolate instead.

Servings : 8

Author : Elizabeth LaBau - sugarhero

Ingredients

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 cups milk I used whole milk
• 2-3 tbsp brown sugar to taste
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch salt
• 6 oz good-quality bittersweet chocolate finely chopped
• 4 oz good-quality milk chocolate finely chopped
• 1 quart ice cream vanilla, peppermint, and coffee all work well!
• Hot fudge sauce
• Chocolate shavings or other decorations optional

Instructions

For full instructions you can go to sugarhero.com.