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This post was created in partnership with Primal Kitchen. Yes, You Can Make Delicious Fish Dinners At Home! Many people are intimidated to make a fish dinner at home. But we’re here to show you that you CAN make the most delicious fish recipe right in your own kitchen, and it’s not hard to do! We think this recipe is a wonderful introduction to working with fish, and the result is a delicious and light dinner that the whole family will love to eat....

16 oz sweet corn 4 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup heavy cream 12 oz shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tailless 2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp red pepper flakes 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp salt 1 tsp regular pepper Begin by pouring the chicken broth, corn, and spices – the cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and regular pepper – into the crockpot....

This post was created in collaboration with our friends at Kalona Supernatural. Back to my food roots Growing up in Minnesota “Veggie Pizza”, as it was affectionately termed, would show up at all the big social events in my family: holidays, graduation parties, anniversary parties, birthday parties, funerals, weekends at the cabin… you name it, there was veggie pizza. No matter the time of year or what was in season, it always had broccoli, carrots, red pepper, green onions and black olives....

16 oz swordfish fillets ⅓ cup olive oil 1 Lime, juiced ¼ cup fresh basil leaves 2 tsp salt 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper Place fish fillets in a small pan. Drizzle with half the olive oil, pepper, and lime juice. Crush basil leaves lightly and coat the surface of the fish with basil leaves. Place remaining basil leaves in the liquid sitting in the pan. Let marinate for 1 hour....

2 cups whole hazelnuts, toasted (about 9 oz.) 3/4 tsp. confectioners sugar, to taste 1/2 tsp. salt, to taste 1 to 2 tbsp. vegetable oil, for blender method Food processor method: Place the toasted hazelnuts in a food processor container fitted with the metal blade. Process to a coarse texture (like crunchy peanut butter), about 3 minutes. Gradually add the sugar and salt. Scrape down sides; continue to process until desired texture is achieved, about 4 to 7 minutes....

Suitable gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, low carb, Whole30, Paleo and Keto diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points. Frozen sprouts have already been washed and trimmed, so cooking them is simple and fast no matter which method you choose. Learn how to microwave brussels sprouts, roast frozen brussels sprouts or air fry them to get deliciously crispy edges. Finally, learn how to cook them in your instant pot for tender, perfectly seasoned side you can serve with all of your favorite meals....

½ cup Parmesan Cheese, the canned kind, grated 1 envelope Good Seasons Italian Salad Dressing Mix 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves, approximately ½ tsp garlic powder Mix cheese, garlic powder, and salad dressing mix. Moisten chicken with water then coat with the cheese mixture. Spray a shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Place chicken in the baking dish. Bake at 400 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through....

1 lb dried pinto beans, 2 to 2 ½ cup 8 cups water, possibly more as needed 1 small onion 2 cloves garlic 2 sprigs fresh epazote, can be omitted 2 tsp salt, to taste Pick through the beans to discard any pebbles or other debris. Rinse the beans well and drain. Place the beans in a heavy pot. Pour in 2 quarts water, or enough to cover the beans by “two knuckles....

Today I’m excited to share this recipe I created in collaboration with Capay Valley Ranches®. As always, all opinions written are purely our own. We’re incredibly grateful for opportunities like these that allow us to continue sharing delicious recipes with you, so thank you for supporting us and the brands we love. OH! And be sure you don’t miss the amazing giveaway at the end of this post. :) It shouldn’t be surprising (based on the name of this blog) that we go through a lot of olive oil....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour, unsifted ½ cup confectioners’ sugar, sifted ¼ tsp salt ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cut up 3 tbsp solid shortening, or margarine 1 large egg yolk 2 tbsp ice water, as needed ¾ cup cake flour , sifted pinch salt 3 tbsp unsalted butter, cut up 3 large eggs ½ cup granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups fresh berries, raspberries, or strawberries halved or quartered Wine Gelatin...

Ranch Smashed Potatoes Years ago I had a friend tell me I had to try the Crash Hot Potatoes from The Pioneer Woman. I brushed it off for awhile but she kept insisting and finally I got around to it, and WOW! These were so good there are barely words for it. Since then I have made these potatoes roughly 23 million times and come up with some of my own twists on them....

Suitable for vegan and gluten free diets. Weight Watchers points included. You can even get the entire family involved in making this as a 4th of July Fruit Salad or a Memorial Day Fruit Salad or for Labor Day. Grown ups slice up the fruit and the kids cut out the shape and whip up the dressing. Fun for the whole family right? This easy recipe makes great dessert or side dish for summer picnics, BBQs, cookouts and more....

When you think of risotto, you probably think of a creamy cooked rice dish, right? Always rice. But did you know you can make risotto out of just about anything that will absorb liquid. Say, barley. (It’s delicious. You should try it!) Or, pasta. You heard me… pasta. It’s brilliant, really. I mean, who needs a huge pot full of water any way? You can just as easily make a delicious and extra-flavorful pasta with as little as 4 cups of liquid....

This post is sponsored by Milo’s Tea Company. All of the tips, thoughts, ideas, tables and food are created by Easy Family Recipes. SECRETS to a Stress-Free Holiday Dinner! If you are like me, you probably have grand dreams of a beautifully decorated table, overflowing with delicious food, and perfectly placed settings. Reality sets in as I start to prepare this beautiful vision and I realize that one person can really only do so much!...

Taylor wants me to be clear with you: this is not a pizza. In his mind, anything that doesn’t have red sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni is most definitely not pizza. I don’t necessarily agree, but for the sake of argument, we’re calling this one a flatbread. We’ve recently discovered naan. I know I need to be making it myself (and it’s on my to-make list, trust me!) but for now the pre-packaged whole wheat naan they sell at Whole Foods is more than usable....

The cracked grain of recipes with bulgur might be confused with Korean bulgogi or burgers because of the similar spelling but these bulgur wheat recipes are much healthier while still being full of fantastic flavor. What makes the whole grain of bulgur particularly appealing is how quickly a dish with bulgur can be made. The grains are fully cooked already so a simple rehydration step is all that is needed to enjoy flavorful and nutritious meals....

5-Ingredient Easy Garlic Hummus + raw veggies = well-balanced, real food snack Hummus is great for veggie dipping and makes for quite a tasty snack! But that’s not all it’s good for. It’s also perfect for spreading on gluten-free crackers, adding a dollop to a salad or spreading on a sandwich or wrap. It’s an easy and healthy way to add delicious flavor to food and kids love it, too! Need a last-minute appetizer or dish to pass for an upcoming holiday party or gathering?...

16 oz. elbow macaroni 3 cups milk 8 oz. Velveeta cheese, cut into chunks 1/4 cup butter, cut into chunks 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta 3 minutes short of al dente according to the package directions. In a crockpot, add the cooked pasta, Velveeta, butter, and cheddar cheese into the crockpot. Stir and top with the parmesan cheese....

Ingredients 1⅔ cups vegetable oil 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp. onion powder 1⁄2 tsp black pepper 1 oz ranch dressing mix, (2 envelopes) 3 tbsp red pepper flakes, crushed 16½ oz multigrain saltine crackers, (1 package) Preparation Place the vegetable oil, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, ranch dressing mix, and crushed red pepper flakes in a 2-gallon plastic zipper bag. Seal the bag and smoosh with hands to thoroughly combine the oil and spices....

4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless; up to 6 pieces Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup mustard, prepared 1 tsp. basil, dried 1 tsp. paprika 1/2 tsp. parsley, dried Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste. Place in the baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken and brush to cover....