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Bang Bang Chicken (Instant Pot)

July 10, 2018 By Allyson 7 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

Instant Pot Bang Bang Chicken comes together in minutes and is so delicious! The classic spicy sauce is perfect on shredded chicken which can be used in rice bowls, salads, wraps, or however you want! Instant Pot Bang Bang Chicken is the perfect quick and easy dinner! The chicken comes together in just minutes using the Instant Pot, but can be used in several different ways. I love using the 'pot-in-pot' method and whipping up rice at the same time as the chicken, but you could just as easily use the chicken on salads, in wraps, in tacos, or by itself! You can even make ahead and freeze! ...

Taco Stuffed Burgers

July 3, 2018 By Allyson 8 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

Taco Stuffed Burgers take the typical taco fixings and morph them into a cheesy stuffed burger! The burger has major Southwestern flair that will be the star at your summer BBQ! I love making these Taco Stuffed Burgers during summer BBQs and other events because they are SO easy and majorly delicious! With a huge pop of taco flavor, plus all the taco toppings everyone loves, my BBQ guests always go crazy over these! Today's post is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Sargento®. The opinions and text are all mine. As I mentioned, making these taco stuffed ...

Creamy Pesto Pasta

July 2, 2018 By Allyson 50 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

This Creamy Pesto Pasta is full of tomatoes, artichokes, peas, and topped with a creamy pesto sauce! It's sure to be a BBQ favorite! Creamy Pesto Pasta is perfect for dinner, BBQs, pot lucks, or a quick lunch. would be perfect for occasion. Use store bought or homemade pesto (recipe below), both work well in this recipe. Delicious fresh basil is readily available in the summer, or you might even have your own plant - use it! I like to make this salad the night before I will be serving it, then refrigerate it and serve the next day; the flavor is amazing! How to make Creamy Pesto Pasta: ...

Instant Pot Strawberry Jam (no pectin)

June 26, 2018 By Allyson 13 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

Only four ingredients in this super simple and delicious Instant Pot Strawberry Jam. Perfect for sandwiches, ice cream topping, or whatever you want! With strawberries in season and so affordable at the grocery store, this Instant Pot Strawberry Jam is the perfect way to use them! I love making a BIG batch of jam to have on hand in the summer an fall. I use it in the morning on toast or an english muffin, on sandwiches, as an appetizer topping on baked brie, or even turn it into popsicles! Using the Instant pot to make strawberry jam is so easy, saves time, and takes minimal ...

Instant Pot Peanut Butter Cheesecake

June 20, 2018 By Allyson 8 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

Instant Pot Peanut Butter Cheesecake is a stunning dessert that comes together in no time! Not only is it amazingly easy, but it's the best cheesecake EVER! Now that I've had my Instant Pot for a while, I finally worked up the courage to try a recipe that was a little more out of the box. Making this Instant Pot Peanut Butter Cheesecake was such a breeze, and it came out creamy and so delicious! I will admit that I was reluctant to make it because I didn't know how it would come out, but really, I should have started making these a year ago! I have made several cheesecakes in the ...

Great Wolf Lodge – Guide to Family Fun

June 18, 2018 By Allyson 11 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

Great Wolf Lodge is a waterpark resort that encompasses family fun! With tons of things to do aside from the huge waterpark, your family will want to stay forever! Since I was a kid, 25 years ago, I have been hearing about Great Wolf Lodge. My friends would come back to school from holiday breaks raving about the amazing indoor waterpark they visited, and how it was the best. As a child, I always dreamed of visiting Great Wolf Lodge, as it sounded like nowhere I had been. Flash forward 25 years, and now I have two of my own kids, who love traveling and visiting awesome places, so when a ...

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos (Bonefish Grill Copycat)

June 13, 2018 By Allyson 11 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

Bonefish Grill's Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos is an easy and delicious recipe! With the signature sauce, and crunchy toppings, they are the best tacos! Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a staple in my house because they are so easy to make. We also love Copycat Bang Bang Tofu for meatless Monday, and it's one of my most popular tofu recipes. You have a couple different options while making them (grilled shrimped or fried - up to you!), and you can opt to make them healthier than the restaurant version. Making copycat recipes at home allows you to know exactly what is going into your food, and you're able ...

Bruschetta Baked Brie Appetizer

June 12, 2018 By Allyson 5 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

Fresh tomatoes and basil loaded on top of delicious gooey brie will make this Bruschetta Baked Brie your favorite go-to easy party appetizer! Baked brie is a staple when it comes to party appetizers. It's very easy to make, super flavorful, and looks stunning. Using fresh tomatoes and basil is great for the topping, and it pairs perfectly with the mild brie cheese flavor. What is Baked Brie? Baked brie is a wheel of mild soft cheese that is baked. Once baked the center melts, however the edible rind keeps the cheese from pouring out. Once sliced into, expect the melted cheese ...

15 DIY Father’s Day Gifts (mostly free ideas)

June 7, 2018 By Allyson Leave a Comment This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

With Father's Day right around the corner, it's time to come up with a gift! This list of 15 DIY Father's Day Gifts is sure to have something for everyone! With Father's Day coming up, I bet there are a lot of y'all scrambling for ideas! My 2 year old son already told his dad what he is getting him....crackers. Makes it easy on me! HA! However, I have some great DIY Father's Day Gifts for you if you want to do more than 'crackers'. This 'My Daddy' survey is a free printable and Dad will love hearing the funny things your kids come up with. This free father's day ...

Instant Pot Barbacoa (Shredded Beef)

June 5, 2018 By Allyson 9 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

Instant Pot Barbacoa is a huge time saver, but you don't lose any of the authentic flavor, which makes it the perfect easy weeknight meal! Making traditional Barbacoa typically takes hours to develop the authentic flavor it is known for. However by using an Instant Pot, the cook time is drastically reduced. This Instant Pot Barbacoa comes together in only 50 minutes, which compared to the typical 6-8 hours in a slow cooker. What is Barbacoa? Barbacoa is a dish that originated in the Caribbean, and has also become popular in Mexico. Originally traditional ...