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35 Summer Popsicle Recipes

Published Jun 5, 2017 by Allyson
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With summer upon us, keep cool with over 35 Summer Popsicle recipes! The kids will love helping and eating all these popsicles this summer!

Now that summer is almost here, I love trying out new summer popsicle recipes! My son hates veggies, and sometimes I come up with creative ideas to sneak them into yummy icy popsicles! Often times though, I am making them for myself…I just can’t get enough of the cold satisfying treats! I put together a list of 35 delicious popsicles – there is definitely something for everyone! Here we go – 35 Popsicle Recipes to Keep You Cool Through the Summer!

Strawberry Basil Margarita Popsicles

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cheesecake Popsicles / Red White and Blue Pudding Pops

Cookie Café Mocha Popsicles / Coconut Milk Iced Coffee Popsicles

Dark Chocolate Dipped Yogurt Bars / 3 Ingredient Orange Creamsicles

Kiwi Watermelon Popsicles / Sweet Tea Popsicles

Yogurt Parfait Breakfast Popsicles / Basil Mint Citrus Mojito Popsicles

Orange Dream Pops

Coke Float Popsicles / Berry Colada Popsicles

Watermelon Lime Sorbet Pops

Sparkling Citrus Popsicles / Lime Cream Popsicles

Arnold Palmer Popsicles / Orange Julius Popsicles

Mimosa Popsicles / Mango Coconut Cherry Ice Pops

Root Beer Float Pops

Coffee Popsicles / Strawberry Daiquiri Popsicles

Coconut Cucumber Limeade Bars / Dairy Free Fudgsicles

Pineapple Orange Julius

Fresh Fruit Popsicles / Cookies and Cream Iced Coffee Popsicles

Kool Aid Jell-O Popsicles / Orange Banana Smoothie Pops

Watermelon Limeade Pops

Patriotic Pudding Pops / Strawberry Kiwi Spritzer Homemade Popsicles

Strawberry and Banana Smoothie Lollies / Berry Patch Yogurt Pops

Easy Ice Cream Sandwich Floats

Published Jun 1, 2017 by Allyson
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These Easy Ice Cream Sandwich Floats come together with a few quick ingredients and will help keep you cool all summer long!

Now that summer is here, I am always looking for easy ways to help me and the kids cool down! With Blue Bunny's new summer products out in stores, it's easy to come up with fun treats to make everyone happy! These Easy Ice Cream Sandwich Floats will be a hit with kids and adults alike. I have teamed up with Blue Bunny for this post, however all opinions are my own.

Using just a few ingredients; Blue Bunny Ice Cream, soda, and the Bunny Snacks, you can make these Ice Cream Sandwich Floats in no time! I love the new Blue Bunny products that have recently hit stores in the Atlanta area, have you seen them?!

I used the New Blue Bunny 'Bunny Snacks' (love this name!), to top the ice cream float, and I thought it gave it the perfect touch. I used the Blue Bunny PB 'N Cones Ice Cream, which was so smooth and creamy, inside the float, then I topped the ice cream with cola! I know people typically go for Root Beer when it comes to ice cream floats, but I like to keep things simple and top with regular cola - it's up to you!

This is really one of those fun recipes that you can mix up and make your own! You can switch up the ice cream flavors and try one of Blue Bunny's other delicious flavors in your float too!

5 from 1 vote

Ice Cream Sandwich Floats

These Easy Ice Cream Sandwich Floats come together with a few quick ingredients and will help keep you cool all summer long!

Ingredients

2 scoops Blue Bunny Ice Cream
20 ounces cola
2 Blue Bunny Bunny Snacks

Instructions

Using 2 glasses, place a scoop of ice cream into each glass. Slowly top with the cola being careful not to spill (the foam comes up quickly!). Slice a line into the bunny snack to make area for glass to go through, then slide onto glass to garnish. Serve with straws and spoons - enjoy!

Like dessert as much as I do?! Check out these other posts from Domestic Superhero:

Caramel Apple Poke Cake

Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake

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Lard Lad's Big Pink Doughnut {Copycat}

Published May 29, 2017 by Allyson
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This Copycat Lard Lad's Big Pink Doughnut is a GIANT fried doughnut drenched in pink glaze and topped with rainbow sprinkles! It's delicious!

A couple of week's ago, I was lucky enough to sink my teeth into the real Lard Lad's Big Pink Doughnut, which can be found in Orlando Florida at Universal Studios! You may remember Lard Lad's Donuts from The Simpsons, as a place Homer used to frequent regularly. At Universal Studios they have a whole Simpsons area, and we quickly stumbled upon Lard Lads, where we had to try the 'Big Pink'. Thank you Universal Studios for sponsoring this post today, however all opinions are my own.

I know my Copycat Lard Lads Big Pink Doughnut doesn't look EXACTLY the same, but it tasted just like it and was majorly delicious (scroll all the way down for recipe)! Of course, what happens when you get a bunch of food bloggers together?!

Like I mentioned earlier, I visited Universal Studios with about 13 other blogger friends. It was a great time, and we were lucky enough to visit the parks as well as stay on site at Cabana Bay Hotel. It was such a fun hotel; it had a total retro theme, with all the modern updates! Their pool was so amazing with a waterslide and lazy river, and surrounding the actual pool was sand! I loved that!

The rooms were spacious suites which accommodated at least 4 people comfortably (and had a pull out couch for more people, too!).

I also loved that they had a diner style restaurant at the hotel, The Bayliner, and they had a lot of tasty options as well as a drink refill cup that you could use the duration of your stay. The Cabana Bay offered free transportation to Universal Studios Park, but you could easily walk as well. It was right next to the City Walk, which is a really cool downtown type of area full of restaurants, shopping, and things to do. We ate at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium which has delicious food as well as 'freak shakes' which is a shake that is loaded with sooooo much deliciousness!

I loved spending time at Universal Studios as well; I hadn't been since I was a kid! It was laid back and they had so many fun rides! I was OBSESSED with the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Coaster; it was seriously soooo fun! It's a scary coaster and it's personalized a bit because you get to pick a song to blast in your ears while you ride the coaster!!!!

It was such a fun trip and so much to do at Universal Studios! I can't wait to go back with my family! Big thanks to Kia for sponsorship as well! Now for the delicious Copycat Lard Lad's Big Pink Doughnut recipe!

Copycat Lard Lad's Big Pink Doughnut

This Copycat Lard Lad's Big Pink Doughnut is a GIANT fried doughnut drenched in pink glaze and topped with rainbow sprinkles! It's delicious!

Author: Allyson

Ingredients

½ cup milk
¼ cup water
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 egg , room temperature
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup sugar
3 cups bread flour , divided
1 package Active Dry Yeast

For Frying

6 cups canola or vegetable oil

For the pink glaze

1 cup powdered sugar
1-2 teaspoon milk , add 1 at a time
5 drops pink gel food coloring
1 TBS rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

Dry Mixture: Combine yeast, 1 cup flour, salt and sugar in medium size bowl.
Liquid mixture: Combine milk, water and oil in a microwave-safe dish or sauce pan; heat for 2 minutes on high.
Combine dry mixture and liquid mixture in mixing bowl (for a stand mixer), mix with paddle attachment for 4 minutes on medium speed. Add egg; beat 1 minute. Gradually add remaining flour and knead with dough hook for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in lightly oiled bowl and turn to grease top. Cover loosely with damp towel; let rise until dough tests ripe.
Roll dough out into a large oval, about 1 inch thick. Using something round (I use a glass drinking cup), press into the center of the oval and cut out a hole. Cover oval loosely with damp towel and let rise one more hour.

For frying

Heat oil in a large skillet (at least 12 inches wide to fit the large doughnut), until hot. Add dough very carefully and cook for 2-4 minutes on first side, watching carefully not to burn. Flip over and cook for 2-4 more minutes, until cooked through but not burnt. Remove from skillet and set on a few paper towels to drain off oil.

For topping

Mix powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon milk. Add more milk as needed, but you want a THICK glaze. Add food coloring and mix. Spread over the top of the doughnut and then add sprinkles. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Recipe adapted from Red Star Yeast.

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Raspberry Lava Cake

Published May 25, 2017 by Allyson
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Raspberry Lava Cake is the perfect celebratory dessert. They are simple to make, yet decadent, delicious and everyone's favorite dessert!

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Bota Box. All opinions are 100% mine.

When people think of homemade lava cake, they might think it seems extremely difficult to make. I will tell you though, recreating this delicious Raspberry Lava Cake at home is actually simple. So simple, you will probably be shocked at how little effort it actually takes. Serving these on a special occasion or really anytime will make your family happy and satisfied with this tasty dessert. Don't forget to pair the raspberry lava cake with some wine too.

I decided to make this Raspberry Lava Cake in preparation for Father's Day which is right around the corner. You see, my husband's favorite dessert is molten lava cake, and he loves raspberries, so I wanted to try to incorporate them into the traditional recipe. Boy did it work, and it was seriously delicious. Even though we usually stick around for Father's Day, I still feel like it's nice to make the day a special adventure, even if it's just at home. It's important to show a Dad that he is special and valued as well!

By mashing up some raspberries with preserves, you get the perfect balance of berry sweetness to chocolate. Of course I wanted to balance them out with some delicious Pinot Noir, my husband's favorite. While some people might wonder why boxed wine, I don't at all. I love that Bota Box cares about the environment and has 100% recyclable packaging and the packaging creates 85% less landfill waste than traditional glass packaging! The boxes are made with 100% post-consumer fiber and printed with VOC-free inks on Kraft unbleached recycled paper. For the last eight years they have also team up with the Arbor Day Foundation to plant over 200,000 trees around the country. They are doing a lot of great things at Bota Box, and I am happy to support them with my business! You can click here to find out where to find Bota near you!

They have so many varieties of wine too, so no matter what type of dessert you make or adventure you go on, you can find the right wine to pair with it. I especially like Bota's Malbec, Pinot Noir and Dry Rose, just to name a few!

Raspberry Lava Cake

Ingredients

1 stick unsalted butter , plus melted butter for brushing
1 TBS unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup ¼ cup all-purpose flour , plus 1 tablespoon extra
5 ounces dark chocolate chips
6 fresh raspberries , plus more for garnish
3 TBS raspberry preserves
½ cup sugar
3 eggs , room temp
salt
powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Brush four small ramekins with melted butter. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk the cocoa powder with 1 tablespoon of flour; sprinkle the mixture into the ramekins to cover the bottom and sides, lightly dusting them and then tapping to remove any extra. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet.
In a medium saucepan, melt 1 stick of butter with the chocolate over very low heat, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mash the raspberries with the seedless raspberry preserves; set aside.
In a bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the sugar, eggs, and pinch of salt at medium-high speed until thickened- about 3 minutes. Fold in the melted chocolate until no streaks remain. Fold in ¼ cup of flour.
Spoon two-thirds of the batter into the ramekins, then spoon the raspberry filling on top. Cover with the remaining chocolate batter. Bake in the center of the oven for 18-19 minutes, until the tops are cracked but the centers are still slightly jiggly. Transfer the ramekins to a rack and let cool for 10 minutes.
Run the tip of a knife around each cake to loosen. Invert a small plate over each cake and filp carefully to remove cakes. Carefully lift off the ramekins. Dust the warm cakes with confectioners’ sugar and garnish with raspberries. Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Recipe adapted from Food & Wine.

Thanks again to Bota Box for sponsoring this post, as always, all opinions are my own.

Like desserts as much as I do?! Check out these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

Slow Cooker Lava Cake

Slow Cooker Cranberry Cheesecake

Twix Cheesecake Bars

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Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips

Published May 22, 2017 by Allyson
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Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips with Peach Curry Sauce are a great dinner solution that comes together in just a few minutes. With a delicious panko coconut crust and the perfect sauce, this is a dish your whole family will love!

I have been making these Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips with Peach Curry Sauce for at least five years now. They are always a family favorite and people ask me to make them all the time. I used to make them all the time at work, and my boss absolutely loved them. The coconut chicken strips are covered in a mixture of panko and coconut, flash fried for a crispy coating, then finished off in the oven. It takes less than 5 minutes to prepare and then about 15 minutes to bake. These Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips make the perfect weeknight dinner!

I looooove coconut crust on pretty much anything...shrimp, tofu, chicken, turkey...you name it, if it has a coconut crust, I bet you anything it tastes delicious. It's almost like eating a little bit of dessert for dinner! I adapted this recipe from a Weight Watchers Cookbook, so I will tell you that with the modifications, it's still fairly healthy. If you wanted to go all out healthy, skip the flash frying and just bake them. They won't have the same super crispy crunch on the outside, but they will still be delicious and you will save yourself some calories from not frying them.

You also have a couple options for the sauce. I've made the sauce with both peach preserves and apricot preserves and they both make delicious sauces. You are going to mix the preserves with curry powder which cuts down on the sweetness and adds the perfect flavor pop! You can serve the sauce along side the coconut chicken strips for dipping, or you can drizzle it over the top and serve immediately. It's up to you!

These Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips are quick, easy, and cheap! It's likely you have half of the ingredients in your pantry already!

Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips with Peach Curry Sauce

Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips with Peach Curry Sauce are a great dinner solution that comes together in just a few minutes.

Ingredients

½ cup peach or apricot preserves
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 lb skinless, boneless, chicken breast (pounded evenly then cut into 3-4 strips per breast)
¾ cup flour
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 medium eggs
½ cup sweetened coconut flakes
1 cup panko breadcumbs
3 cups vegetable, canola, or peanut oil (good frying oil)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
In a food processor, add coconut and panko. Pulse to combine and chop coconut. Place into a shallow bowl and set aside
Place flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl and stir to combine; set aside.
Place eggs into a shallow bowl; whisk to combine; set aside.
In a high sided skillet add 3 cups of vegetable oil (should be about 2 inches deep). Heat over medium heat.
In an assembly line fashion, dunk chicken strips into flour mixture, then into egg wash, then into panko/coconut mixture; set aside. Repeat for all strips.
Add coconut chicken strips into hot oil, careful not to crowd the skillet. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side, just to get a golden brown crust. Then transfer the strips to a parchment lined baking sheet. Continue until all strips have been flash fried.
Place fried chicken strips into the oven on the baking sheet. Cook at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until cooked through.
For sauce: Combine preserves with curry powder and mix well with a fork. Serve alongside the chicken strips or drizzle over the top. Serve immediately!

Recipe Notes

I just use regular curry powder for this recipe.

This recipe modified from the Weight Watchers Points Plus Just 5 Cookbook. It has a lot of quick and easy recipes. The book has 125 recipes all with 5 ingredients or less.

Like easy chicken dinners as much as I do?! Check out these other recipes as well!

Spicy Thai Chicken Tenders

One Pot Chicken Teriyaki Noodles

Spicy Basil Chicken

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Best No Bake Desserts

Published May 4, 2017 by Allyson
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The Best No Bake Desserts are perfect for Spring and Summer because they keep your kitchen cool and your family happy!

Now that spring is here, it's so amazing to have dessert recipes that you don't need to turn on your oven to cook them! These are the Best No Bake Desserts for spring and summer, because you don't need to heat your kitchen up! I love easy no bake recipes because they're generally only a few ingredients and really easy to whip up. Do you have a favorite no bake dessert? I really love making no bake cheesecakes because they are sooo easy and you whip them up, pop them in the fridge, and then it's done! People also go crazy over no bake desserts, so don't hesitate to try these!

NO BAKE CRANBERRY CHEESECAKE PARFAITS

FUDGE BROWNIE NO BAKE CHEESECAKE

NO BAKE PEANUT BUTTER CUP PIE

NO BAKE BERRY CHEESECAKE

NO BAKE PEACH CHEESECAKE

6-INGREDIENT NO BAKE KEY LIME PIE

NO BAKE CHEESECAKE PARFAITS

NO BAKE CINNAMON FRENCH SILK PIE

NO BAKE LEMON CHEESECAKE

CHOCOLATE MARSHMALLOW NO BAKE DESSERT

NO BAKE BERRY LEMON TARTLETS

KEY LIME PIE MOUSSE

RASPBERRY SHOOTERS

EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE TART

CAKE BATTER OREO CHEESECAKE DESSERT

NO BAKE FRUITY PEBBLE CHEESECAKE BARS

VANILLA COCONUT ICE BOX CAKE

CREAMSICLE JELLO MOLD

NO BAKE STRAWBERRY LEMONADE PIE

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One Pot Teriyaki Chicken Noodles

Published Apr 12, 2017 by Allyson
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One Pot Teriyaki Chicken Noodles are full of delicious teriyaki chicken, vegetables, and a drenched in a delicious Asian inspired sauce.

One Pot Teriyaki Chicken Noodles is one of those meals that comes together in a flash! It takes about 20-25 minutes to prepare and cook, which is a total quick recipe win! You can load up the noodles with your favorite vegetables and chicken, however I love to use mushrooms, red peppers, carrots, and Johnsonville Teriyaki Chicken.

You can get all your ingredients together, and then prep the vegetables. Load up everything into the skillet, except the sauce, and then cook for about 12 minutes. Don't forget to stir the pasta as it cooks (every few minutes), as you don't want it to stick to the bottom of the skillet.

I love using Johnsonville Flame Grilled Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Breast in this one pot meal because it makes things so easy! The chicken breast (with NO rib meat) is already fully cooked, so I add it at the end of the recipe, just so there is enough time for it to get heated through. Also, the chicken comes in individually packed 3 ounce portions which makes for easy preparation. With no filled, MSG, artificial preservatives, favors or colors, I feel pretty good about serving it to my family. You can find it in the refrigerated meat sections at grocery stores nationwide, and there are five different varieties as well:Garlic & Herb, Teriyaki, Black Pepper & Sea Salt, Southwestern and Honey Mustard- can't wait to try them all!

One Pot Teriyaki Chicken Noodles are super delicious and easy to make. They actually have a similar base recipe as my most popular recipe, One Pot Spicy Thai Noodles. If you like those noodles, you are going to seriously love these!

Things you might need for One Pot Teriyaki Chicken Noodles:

A high sided skillet with a lid - this is the PERFECT skillet for making One Pot Meals.
A pasta scooper to get all that goodness onto your plates! I like using a plastic one so it doesn't scratch the skillet.
Of course if you want an authentic feel, you should eat up with Chopsticks! Get yourself some reusable chopsticks so you don’t have to waste them with only one use!

One Pot Teriyaki Chicken Noodles

Author: Allyson

Ingredients

8 ounces linguine (half a package)
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 package Johnsonville Flame Grilled Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Breasts all 3 packages, opened and sliced
8 ounces mushroom , chopped
1 red pepper ,seeded and chopped
½ cup shredded carrots
4 cups vegetable or chicken stock

For the Sauce:

3 cloves garlic , minced
2 TBS brown sugar
⅓ cup low sodium soy sauce
1.5 TBS Sriracha hot sauce (this is A LOT of spice, tone it down if you don't like spicy)
2 inches fresh ginger , grated

Garnish with:

1 handful fresh cilantro , chopped
4 green onions , chopped
¼ cup peanuts , chopped

Instructions

In your high sided skillet, add pasta, red pepper, mushrooms, carrots, and stock. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes; stirring occasionally.
In a medium bowl combine garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, sriracha, and ginger; whisk well to combine; set aside.
After 10 minutes, add sliced chicken to the skillet, and stir to combine. Add sauce mixture, stir to coat, and cook an additional 30 seconds. Remove from heat. Add peanuts, green onions, and cilantro; stir to combine.
Serve immediately.

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Arby's Curly Fries (Copycat)

Published Mar 30, 2017 by Allyson
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Arby's Curly Fries are the perfect blend of crispy fried potatoes and mouthwatering seasoning. This is the best Arby's Curly Fries recipe you will find!

Growing up in a smaller town in Michigan, we didn't have that many fast food options. Arby's was one of the few places, and it was probably one of the first fast food restaurants I had ever tried. I LOVED their Curly Fries, so coming up with this recipe made me feel like I hit the jackpot.

This Copycat Arby's Curly Fries recipe is the perfect blend of salt and spice battered on a delicious curled potato! Dip them in Copycat Zax Sauce or Copycat Chick-fil-A sauce for the perfect combo!

Arby's Curly Fries are the perfect blend of crispy fried potatoes and mouthwatering seasoning. This is the best Arby's Curly Fries recipe you will find!

Now, there are a few tricks to getting Copycat Arby's Curly Fries perfectly cooked, but with a little effort you can make these all the time at home! It is even possible to prep these and then freeze them in big batches so you have them ready to go whenever you need them.

I love serving Arby's Curly Fries with ketchup, ranch, Big Mac Sauce (Copycat Recipe), Copycat In-N-Out Sauce (easy recipe) or Copycat Outback Bloom Sauce - they are all perfect for dipping!

Using a spiralizer that has a thick setting is also key for getting a thick enough curly fry. I have found two different ones that work well.

I used the KitchenAid Mixer Attachment Spiralizer, which yielded the perfect Arby's Curly Fry shape, however, I have researched and found that this Potato Slicer and Corer also has positive reviews for the curly fry shape.

Tools for making Copycat Arby's Curly Fries:

Using the KitchenAid Spiralizer attachment makes this recipe really simple! The Potato Slicer and Corer can also get the job done in a pinch!
You need a decent sized frying pot to get these bad boys fried up. I like using a pasta style stock pot to fry things, but you could also try making these in the air fryer (and if you do, let me know how it goes!).

If you like COPYCAT RECIPES as much as I do, you might be interested in these:

Copycat Big Mac Sauce - perfect for burgers or dipping!
Copycat Zaxby's Sauce
Copycat Chick-fil-A Sauce
Copycat Outback Bloom Sauce and Bloomin' Onion Petals
Copycat Big Mac Salad
Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas
PF Changs Spicy Green Beans

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Arby's Curly Fries (Copycat)

Ingredients

2 medium russet potatoes
6-10 cups vegetable or canola oil

Batter:

1 ½ cups flour
5 TBS paprika
2 ½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoon onion powder
1 ½ teaspoon cayenne powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups water

Instructions

Cut the end off the potatoes so they are flat, one at a time, spiralize each potato.
Fill a large bowl with hot water (from the tap is fine, just make it hot), place the spiralized potatoes into the bowl, and let sit for 20-30 minutes. Strain
Preheat oil in a deep fryer or large pot (high sides are key here). Oil temp should be about 375 degrees, and if you put it at medium heat for about 5 minutes you should reach this temp.
In a bowl, make your batter: mix all dry ingredients with a whisk. Add water, then whisk until combined.
Dip the potato slices into the batter, and then set onto a rack over parchment paper (for easy clean up), to let the extra batter fall off. Once they are all coated, place them into the preheated oil, careful not to crowd the pot/deep fryer- do it in batches. Fry for 4-5 minutes, then remove and place onto a paper towel lined baking sheet. Finish frying all the potatoes.
Serve fries with ketchup or your favorite sauce - like copycat Zax sauce!

BEST Easter Recipes

Published Mar 27, 2017 by Allyson
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From brunch recipes to dessert, I have 23 of the BEST Easter Recipes for you! Definitely something that everyone will enjoy on Easter!

With Easter right around the corner, I wanted to share The BEST Easter Recipes with you! I have over 23 recipes and they all scream EASTER! From desserts to brunch items, there is definitely something for everyone. I have never tried a Benedict Hard Boiled Egg before, but now I know I need to, because they look amazing. And, if you are up for 'killing' some peeps, then you definitely need to checkout my Peep's S'mores (right below). What are your favorite Easter recipes? What will you be cooking this year? I am excited to share the BEST Easter recipes with you today!

PEEPS S'MORES

TANGERINE GLAZED HAM

LEMON SUGAR COOKIES

BERRY CHANTILLY CAKE

PARMESAN SCALLOPED POTATOES

CADBURY CREME EGG CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKES

EASTER CARROT CHEESE BALL

EASTER LEMON PIE CUPS

EASTER COOKIE CAKE

CARROT CUPCAKES WITH ORANGE SPICE FROSTING

CARROT CAKE CINNAMON ROLLS

OLD-FASHIONED CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE

MASCARPONE MASHED POTATOES

30-MINUTE HOMEMADE DINNER ROLLS

CARROT CAKE WHIPPED CREAM CHEESE

JELL-O DIVINITY

ORANGE RICOTTA DUTCH BABY

EASTER EGG HUNT SURPRISE COOKIES

MANDARIN ORANGE PRETZEL DESSERT

SCALLOPED POTATOES WITH BOURSIN CHEESE

LEMON MERINGUE PIE

SUMMERTIME STRAWBERRY & CREAM PIE

DEVILED EGGS BENEDICT (definitely one of the BEST Easter Recipes!)

Do you have any other Best Easter Recipes to add? What are your favorite recipes to make on Easter?!

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Three Cheese Buffalo Fondue

Published Mar 24, 2017 by Allyson
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Three Cheese Buffalo Fondue is full of three cheeses and buffalo sauce! It's going to take your appetizer game from good to great!

Fondue is seriously one of the best things to eat, and when you add three cheese and buffalo sauce, you have an amazing combination. Three Cheese Buffalo Fondue is going to take your appetizer game from good to great!

How to make Three Cheese Buffalo Fondue:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

For this recipe you only need a handful of ingredients; Mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, beer, cornstarch and buffalo sauce!
First put the beer into the fondue pot and let it come up to a boil.
Next you will add in the cheese, and stir to slowly melt them in the pot.
Once the cheese is melted, add in the buffalo sauce and you are good to go!

TIP: If you listen to my one suggestion, please shred or cube your own cheese for the fondue! Buy blocks of cheese, then grate or cut it up; you will thank me later! Three Cheese Buffalo Fondue comes together in just a few minutes, and everyone will love it!

What do I use to dip into the fondue?

What about dippers for the fondue?!

I love using a crusty bread for this fondue!
- I love using Everything French Bread! I love the 'everything' blend of spices on this bread, and it goes really well with the spicy cheese flavor! I usually pick it up in the bakery department of my grocery store, so I bet you can find it too.
Veggie dippers are great - celery, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, sliced peppers would all be great with this fondue!
Cooked cubed chicken would also be delicious!

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Three Cheese Buffalo Fondue

Prep Time

10 mins

Three Cheese Buffalo Fondue is full of three cheeses and buffalo sauce! It's going to take your appetizer game from good to great!

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American, French

Keyword: three cheese buffalo fondue

Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

8 ounces cheddar cheese grated or cubed
8 ounces mozzarella cheese grated or cubed
4 ounces Swiss cheese grated or cubed
1 TBS cornstarch
¾ cup beer any type
¼ cup buffalo wing sauce (recipe in notes)
crusty bread loaf for dipping cut into cubes

Instructions

Place cheese into a bowl and add cornstarch; toss to coat. Set aside.
In a fondue pot, add beer and bring to a boil. Add cheese to pot, reduce heat to medium. Stir the cheese every minute or so to encourage melting. Once the cheese is melted, add buffalo sauce and stir to combine.
Dip your bread and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Buffalo sauce recipe here!

Skinny Lasagna Soup

Published Mar 18, 2017 by Allyson
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Skinny Lasagna Soup features all your classic comforts of traditional lasagna, but it's lightened up and made into a heartwarming soup!

Skinny Lasagna soup is a healthier spin on lasagna, and on a fall or winter day this is a great warming meal. This lasagna soup usually turns out a tad spicy, but you definitely have the opportunity to kick up the spice with extra red pepper if desired (or less if you like less heat). By using only a few lasagna noodles, it keeps the carbohydrate and calorie level down. With only 225 calories per cup, this is a great healthy meal.

It's likely that this could be cooked in the crock pot, too. If so, I would add the noodles with about an hour left to cook. If you try it, let me know! I love doubling this recipe as well, and then freezing half. It freezes really well and the only change I make when I know I am going to be freezing the lasagna soup is that I leave the cheese out. I will add the cheese when I serve the soup and then I will freeze the remaining without cheese. When I defrost the soup and then reheat, I will add cheese!

Skinny Lasagna Soup

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 onion , chopped
1 green bell pepper , chopped
3 cloves garlic , minced
32 ounces Vegetable Broth
1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14 ½-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
4 ounces broken whole-wheat lasagna noodles (about 4 noodles)
½ cup chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
½ cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
Bread for serving

Instructions

Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick stock pot or Dutch oven. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally 8 – 10 minutes.
Add the broth, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, salt, and crushed red pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the flavors are blended, about 20 minutes.
Add the noodles; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens slightly and the noodles are tender, 10 – 12 minutes.
Remove from the heat; stir in mozzarella, basil, and the Parmesan.
Serve and top soup with extra cheese if desired. Serve with bread (optional).

Recipe Notes

This recipe makes about 8 one cup servings. The original recipe called for meat too, so if you are a meat eater you could add in sausage in the beginning when you are cooking the peppers and onions. Recipe adapted from thedeenbros.com

Like soup as much as I do? Check out these other recipe from Domestic Superhero:

Pumpkin Coconut Curry Soup

Vegetable Black Bean Tortilla Soup

Loaded Vegetable & Wild Rice Soup

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Mushroom Brie Fondue

Published Mar 9, 2017 by Allyson
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Mushroom Brie Fondue is a perfect blend of three different cheese and delicious mushrooms! This appetizer will not last long!

If y'all like cheese, you are going to LOVE this Mushroom Brie Fondue! It's a blend of delicious brie cheese, blue cheese, Swiss cheese, and sautéed mushrooms. It comes together perfectly for an ooey-gooey appetizer, and pairs wonderfully with Frontera's Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Blend.

I especially like making this Mushroom Brie Fondue during sporting events or parties! Everyone always loves it and asks for the recipe. If you have a fondue pot, I recommend leaving the fondue in the pot and keeping it warm during your party! This fondue is easy to whip up....

All you need for this fondue is brie, Swiss cheese, bleu cheese, mushrooms, a shallot, some white wine, thyme, and a crusty loaf of bread. You can sauté your mushrooms and shallot in the fondue pot or skillet and then add your wine and cheese. Let everything get melty and voila, the perfect game day snack!

The brie cheese goes well with a medium bodied red wine. Brie is a softer cheese, a bit lighter in flavor, and more in tuned with a subdued red texture. By mixing the brie with Frontera Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot blend, it helps retain the robust flavor of the red grapes.

Things you may need while making the Mushroom Brie Fondue:

A fondue pot makes this recipe super easy. Sure you don't absolutely need to have it (can also make in a skillet), but it will help keep your fondue warm during your party!
Stemless wine glasses are the perfect way to serve wine at your next party!
A serrated knife will not only be helpful for cutting your baguette, but it will also be great for cutting the rind off your wheel of brie cheese.
A quality olive oil is important for sautéing your mushrooms and shallots.

Mushroom Brie Fondue

Mushroom Brie Fondue is a perfect blend of three different cheese and delicious mushrooms! This appetizer will not last long!

Author: Allyson

Ingredients

1½ teaspoons olive oil
8 ounces portobello mushrooms diced
1 shallot minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
1½ tablespoons flour
12 ounces Brie cheese rind removed and cut into cubes
2 ounces blue cheese crumbled
2 ounces swiss cheese cubed
1 cup dry white wine
Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
1 baguette cut into slices

Instructions

Using a fondue pot or skillet over medium high heat, add olive oil, mushrooms, and shallots; sauté for 3-5 minutes or until tender. Remove any extra liquid from pot.
Add cheeses to a small bowl, and add flour, toss to coat cheese.
Add white wine to the pot, bring to a boil.
Slowly add the cheese and stir until melted. Add thyme and pepper to taste. Keep on low heat to maintain melted consistency and serve with crust bread slices.

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24 Insanely Delicious Peanut Butter Recipes

Published Feb 27, 2017 by Allyson
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24 Insanely Delicious Peanut Butter Recipes for the peanut butter lover! From dinner to dessert, there is something for everyone!

Y'all, who doesn't LOVE peanut butter? Wait, well, I know lots of people have allergies, but as long as you don't have allergies, everyone loves peanut butter, right?!?! Actually, not true...my husband doesn't like peanut butter, but he is a weirdo. So, I have put together 24 Insanely Delicious Peanut Butter Recipes and there is seriously something for everyone! There is everything from dessert to salads, so definitely a wide variety here. I am obsessed with peanut dressing on a salad, noodles, or even rice - you just can't beat the peanut butter flavor - I love it! So, if you love peanut butter as much as I do, then you need to immediately click on all of these recipes and pin them all to try for yourself! Seriously, do it. Lets get started!

Homemade Peanut Butter - Domestic Superhero

Crunchy Peanut Chicken Salad

Reese's Fudge - Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts

Rolo Stuffed Peanut Butter Cookies - A Dash of Sanity

Peanut Butter Oat Balls - Yummy Healthy Easy

Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Smoothie

Thai Peanut Chicken - Dinner at the Zoo

Cake Mix Peanut Butter Chocolate Nut Blondies

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies - Culinary Ginger

Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Brownies - Mandy's Recipe Box

Peanut Butter Chocolate Mousse Cake - That Skinny Chick Can Bake

Peanut Butter Dip - Self Proclaimed Foodie

Chocolate PB M&M Cheesecake Bars

Peanut Butter Whip Brownies - Kleinworth & Co

Peanut Butter Granola - Love Bakes Good Cakes

Peanut Butter Nutella Donut Sandwich - My Surburban Kitchen

Reese's Double Peanut Butter Layer Cake - Wishes & Dishes

Peanut Butter Cup Flourless Chocolate Cake Roll - Cupcakes & Kale Chips

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Brownies - Mom on Timeout

Peanut Butter Oreo Magic Bars - White Lights on Wednesday

Reese's Peanut Butter Cookie Cups - 365 Days of Baking

Peanut Butter Turtle Cookies - Lemons for Lulu

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Caramelitas - The Love Nerds

Crock Pot Peanut Butter Fudge Cake - The Taylor House

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Spinach Pesto Grilled Cheese

Published Feb 22, 2017 by Allyson
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Spinach Pesto Grilled Cheese is stuffed with delicious smoked gouda cheese, spinach, and a homemade spinach pesto - it's to die for!

Anyone who knows me knows that I love me some cheese. Grilled cheese, cubed cheese, blue cheese, herbed cheese, fried cheese, straight up cheese from the package..... I have never met a cheese that I didn't like, ever. I often think about how I could spice up my grilled cheese aka the perfect sandwich. Often I use pesto on my sandwiches, but since I didn't have any basil, I thought maybe I could make a spinach pesto. Turns out I was right and pretty much hit the jackpot with this winning combination. You have to try this Spinach Pesto Grilled Cheese, it's to die for!

So, if you are a big fan of grilled cheeses, like I am, then you are going to need to try this one. I have posted a lot of grilled cheeses on Domestic Superhero - Caprese Grilled Cheese, Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Grilled Cheese, Gluten Free Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese, BBQ Chicken & Pineapple Grilled Cheese...and the list goes on...I am telling you, I love grilled cheese!

For this Spinach Pesto grilled cheese, it's actually really simple and you only need a few things. Get together some spinach, crusty bread, olive oil, nuts, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and delicious smoked gouda cheese. Oh, and butter...you can't forget the butter! Butter is essential when making grilled cheese; you HAVE to slather the bread with butter in order to get a nice crispy brown outside. Don't skip this step!!!

Serve this sandwich alongside a delicious bowl of soup! These are my favorites:

Hamburger soup
Instant Pot Loaded Cauliflower Soup (low carb)
Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup
Tomato Basil Soup
Instant Pot Roasted Red Pepper Soup

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Spinach Pesto Grilled Cheese

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

6 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: spinach pesto grilled cheese

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Author: Allyson

Ingredients

Ingredients for Spinach Pesto:

1 cup baby spinach leaves
1 TBS olive oil
2 TBS walnuts pine nuts, almonds would also work
2 TBS freshly grated parmesan Cheese
pinch of Salt and Pepper

Ingredients for sandwiches:

4 pieces of crusty bread I like sourdough
butter
6 slices smoked gouda could do a mix of gouda and mozzarella too
½ cup baby spinach
prepared spinach pesto

Instructions

Directions for pesto:

Add all ingredient for pesto (abovin a food processor or blender, blend until smooth, scraping sides down if needed. Set aside.

Directions for sandwiches:

Set out 4 slices of bread and butter the outside facing sides. On the inside of the 4 slices, slather spinach pesto (about 2 TBS per side), then top with 2 slices of gouda on half. Add ¼ cup baby spinach leaves, then place 1 piece of gouda on top, and place the remaining slice of bread on top (spinach pesto side down, butter side up). Repeat for second sandwich.
In a skillet over medium heat, place sandwiches and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until bottom is browned. Watch closely as you don't want to burn them, but you want the cheese to start melting. Do not turn the heat to high! Flip sandwiches and cook for 1-2 minutes on opposite side (will cook faster), remove, cut in half and serve immediately!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

**See 1 minute how-to video for a visual explanation of making the sandwiches!

Makes 2 sandwiches. If you have leftover pesto, use for chicken, pasta, fish...it's delicious!

DIY Candy Rolls & FREE Printable

Published Feb 9, 2017 by Allyson
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Now you can make your own DIY Candy Rolls by using SweetTarts Hearts and a few other supplies! All the kid will love this fun treat!

I love when February rolls around because I know all of the Valentine's Day treats will be hitting stores! Me and my son especially love the SweeTARTS Hearts, and he really wanted to incorporate those into his Valentine's cards this year! I decided that was a great idea and we could totally make it work! These DIY Candy Rolls incorporate SweeTARTS Hearts and then we made a fun tag to go along with it (and see below for a FREE printable).

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As you can see, the candies have a gift tag printed directly on the package making gifting to friends, classmates and co-workers seamless! We gathered our supplies for the project (you don't need much) - plastic bags, scissors, twine, and paper to print the tags. These would go great next to the DIY Candy Rolls!

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Next, you are going to cut the plastic bag into large rectangle pieces. Pick the color SweeTARTS Hearts for your wrap, and then arrange them heart top down on top of the plastic - so they stand up.

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Next, roll the plastic around from the sides, and loop some twine around the ends - pull it tight to tie the ends closed!

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Trim off any extra string or plastic! I love how the SweeTARTS Hearts have inscriptions on each heart, and you can pick which messages you'd like in each DIY candy roll!

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Get your paper ready because it's time to print out the cute tag! I love the play on the candy name with the little saying, "You're the sweet to my tart!" How cute is that?!?! Click on the photo below to open the file. Then you will access the file (from top right corner of page that opens), then you can open and print it on 8x10 paper - I like to use cardstock.

Once you print the tags, just cut around the heart and attach it to the strings of the DIY candy roll!

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SweeTARTS Soft & Chewy Ropes treat candy lovers to a soft, chewy, cherry-flavored licorice rope packed with a tart punch-flavored center. Even though they have a printed tag on them, I think these are great to add to the wrapper as well! I like putting a tiny piece of tape on the back of the tag, then putting it over the rope heart on the wrapper - then the recipient can peel it off and discover who the treat is from!

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Last Minute Game Day Recipes

Published Feb 3, 2017 by Allyson
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Last Minute Game Day Recipes - didn't plan anything, don't worry! Here are the BEST game Day Recipes that can be made at the last minute!

With game day literally right around the corner, I figured some of y'all might be procrastinators like me and not have all your game day food planned out. Not to worry, because I have quite the list of Last Minute Game Day Recipes for you! There is a little something for everyone in this list too...everything from dips to wings. I can't say no to a good cheese dip on Super Bowl Sunday, how about you? Check out this list below and tell me what you plan on making on Sunday! Go Falcons!

Spinach Artichoke Egg Rolls

Jalapeno Ranch Pull Apart Bread from Domestic Superhero

Cheddar Brat Cheese Dip from Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts

Fully Loaded Ranch Dip from a Dash of Sanity

Baked BLT Dip from Let's Dish

7 Layer Bean Dip from Yummy Healthy Easy

Roasted Red Pepper Dip from Dinner at the Zoo

Baked Chicken Tenders with Blue Cheese Sauce form Culinary Ginger

Cheesy Bacon Corn Dip from Mandy's Recipe Box

Fig Gruyere Crostini from That Skinny Chick Can Bake

Italian Cheese Bombs - Self Proclaimed Foodie

Garlic Parmesan Baked Wings and Drumettes from Kleinworth & Co

Bacon Spinach Roll Ups from My Suburban Kitchen

Philly Cheesesteak Taquitos from Love Bakes Good Cakes

Crock Pot Italian Meatballs from Wishes & Dishes

Buffalo Blue Cheese Deviled Eggs from Cupcakes & Kale Chips

Pepperoni Pizza Football Cheese Ball from Mom on Timeout

Hissy Fit Dip from White Lights on Wednesday

Chicken Enchilada Bites from 365 Days of Baking

Texas Caviar from Belly Full

Mediterranean 7 Layer Dip from Lemons for Lulu

Fried Mac and Cheese from Ashlee Marie

Want some more HEALTHY options for game day?! Check out this roundup as well:

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Bruschetta Ravioli

Published Jan 31, 2017 by Allyson
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This Fresh Bruschetta Ravioli is a super easy dinner idea - it takes less than 15 minutes to whip up, tastes amazing, and you can feel good about feeding it to your family!

With the new year in swing, I feel like things are busier than ever, and that's why finding fresh easy meals to make for dinner is so important. This Fresh Bruschetta Ravioli is a super easy dinner idea - it takes less than 15 minutes to whip up, tastes amazing, and you can feel good about feeding it to your family!

By using Buitoni’s no GMO, freshly made, vegetable-infused pastas; you're able to create a meal that the whole family will love, and you don't have to feel guilty over. For this Fresh Bruschetta Ravioli, I opted to use Buitoni's Spinach & Artichoke ravioli - it seemed like the perfect flavor. I boiled the ravioli, and while that was cooking, I made the bruschetta. It's very simple - combine fresh tomatoes with fresh basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and a little parmesan cheese; let it hang out for a bit while the pasta is cooking. Next, make a balsamic reduction- boil some balsamic vinegar, then simmer for about 10 minutes until it's reduced and thickened.

Drizzling the reduction over the dish makes a really unique flavor that pairs perfectly with this fresh, versatile and vibrant meal!

Buitoni Helps get you closer to dinner with this simple meal, and maximizes the little time that you have. Buitoni gives us the simple, elevated option you're looking for: a freshly made filled pasta that encourages creativity while maximizing your time and effort—allowing us to enjoy dinner with our family. You definitely need to try this super fresh and delicious meal. From start to finish it only takes about 15 minutes and everyone will be raving for seconds!

This meal is also vegetarian but if you feel like adding meat, I think a grilled chicken breast could be delicious with this fresh Bruschetta Ravioli as well!

Bruschetta Ravioli

Ingredients

1 package Buitoni Spinach & Artichoke Ravioli
1 cup Buitoni Marinara
4 roma tomatoes chopped
6-8 basil leaves chopped or torn apart
¼ cup olive oil
3 TBS + ½ cup balsamic vinegar divided
dash of salt
dash of black pepper
1 TBS grated parmesan cheese
1 TBS sugar

Instructions

1. Cook ravioli according to package directions. Strain, set aside.
2. In a medium bowl add tomatoes, basil, olive oil, 3 TBS balsamic, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese; stir to combine and set aside.
3. In a small sauce pot add remaining balsamic vinegar (½ cup) and sugar; stir to combine and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes or until the mixture reduces and thickens.
4. To serve: add ¼ cup Buitoni Marinara to bottom of plate, add 4-6 raviolis and top with about ¼ cup of bruschetta mixture. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top. Serve immediately.

Need other ideas to use Buitoni's Fresh Ravioli?

Add some alfredo sauce to a pot, add the ravioli, boil in the sauce until cooked - add steamed broccoli for a Alfredo Ravioli!
Make a ravioli bake with cheese and sprinkled breadcrumbs on top - yum!
Bread the ravioli with panko, bake until crispy, then serve alongside Buitoni Marinara - perfect finger food!
Serve the ravioli with your favorite roasted vegetables (asparagus, sweet potatoes, carrots-would be great) and add some marinara on top - ravioli primavera!

This Fresh Bruschetta Raviol is a super easy dinner idea - it takes less than 15 minutes to whip up, tastes amazing, and you can feel good about feeding it to your family!

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Healthier Game Day Snacks

Published Jan 27, 2017 by Allyson
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Over 30 Healthier Game Day Snacks so you don't sabotage yourself on Game Day! From appetizers to desserts, there is something for everyone!

You know what time it is?!?! It's almost time for the BIG GAME!! That's right y'all, the Super Bowl! Woot! I am super excited because my city, Atlanta, is representing in the Super Bowl! I know everyone (aside from every East Coast state) is rooting for them, and I hope they can pull off a WIN! However, the worst part about the Super Bowl for me, is the food (don't kill me). I have been trying so hard to be healthy and workout, that I hate that one day comes along and sabotages me! Does this happen to anyone else?!?! This is why I searched high and low for Healthier Game Day Snacks, and I was able to find over 30 recipes that all look AMAZING! You have to check them out!

Skinny Bell Pepper Nachos

Veggie Fajita Quesadillas

Cajun Shrimp Guacamole Bites

Sweet Potato Bites with Avocado and Bacon

Skinny Taco Dip

Crispy Baked Avocado Fries & Chipotle Dipping Sauce

Baked Cajun Chicken Skewers

'Taco Bell' Mexican Pizzas

Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Rosemary Berry Baked Brie

Oven Baked Pickle Chips with Horseradish Chipotle Sauce

Buffalo Quinoa Bites

Vegan Crab Cake Veggie Skewers

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Pineapple Chicken Taco Wonton Cups

Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Smoked Gouda Veggie Quesadillas

One Pot Loaded Quinoa Chili

Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip

Orange Cheesecake Fruit Dip (surprise healthy ingredient switch!)

Gluten Free Cucumber Sandwich Bites

Super Simple Buffalo Potato Wedges

Jerk Chicken Skewers with Pineapple Habanero Garlic Aioli Sauce

Baked Mozzarella Sticks

Crock Pot Honey Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Baked Southwestern Egg Rolls

Walnut Honey Mustard Chicken Strips

Tuna Mozzarella Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

Bite Sized Grilled Zucchini Roll Ups

Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks

Loaded Healthy Nachos with Beef and Homemade Tortilla Chips

Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip

I hope you found something yummy to make! What are your favorite healthier game day snacks?!?!

Need more ideas for the BIG GAME?! These might not all be healthier game day snacks, but check out these from Domestic Superhero (click photo for recipes):

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Buffalo Mashed Potato Pancakes

Published Jan 11, 2017 by Allyson
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These Buffalo Mashed Potato Pancakes are the ultimate party appetizer! Creamy mashed potatoes on the inside, a crispy crust on the outside, and then loaded with buffalo sauce and blue cheese on the top!

I am so so so excited to share this recipe with you today! These Buffalo Mashed Potato Pancakes are the perfect recipe for any buffalo sauce lover, and who doesn't love potatoes?!?! The answer is no one, of course everyone LOVES potatoes! Buffalo Mashed Potato Pancakes are the answer to your big game party appetizers! Using my homemade buffalo sauce for this recipe makes the perfect combo!

These Buffalo Mashed Potato Pancakes are the ultimate party appetizer! Creamy mashed potatoes on the inside, a crispy crust on the outside, and then loaded with buffalo sauce and blue cheese on the top!

Seriously...look at that buffalo sauce and the blue cheese...add in the creamy crispy mashed potatoes and you have a match made in heaven. I was super excited to use Idaho Spuds Creamy Ranch Potatoes in this recipe, because it makes everything so easy! You can quickly whip up the potatoes, add the ingredients, and you are good to go! Or, use your homemade mashed potatoes and go from there!

Once you whip up the potatoes, just add your other ingredients and mix it all together! Use this homemade buffalo sauce recipe for the best consistency.

Then you are going to form the potatoes into pancakes.
- Coat your hands in flour, because they are a bit sticky. If you are having a hard time forming the pancakes, add a little more flour to your mixture - a little at a time and let it firm up a bit.
Once you make your pancakes, toss them in a skillet with some oil and fry those bad boys up!
Be careful not to flip these too early, you need to have a nice crispy crust on the one side before you flip it...if you flip too early, it's going to fall apart, so be careful!

This is seriously the perfect recipe for the BIG GAME, or for anytime really. I know we love buffalo sauce like crazy, and buffalo + sporting events go together perfectly!

Like Buffalo Sauce as much as I do?! Checkout these other recipes that have a buffalo flare!

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Buffalo Mashed Potato Pancakes

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: buffalo mashed potato cakes

Ingredients

Ingredients
3 cups prepared Idaho Spuds Creamy Ranch Potatoes preferable refrigerated overnight, cold
1 egg lightly beaten
½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
¼ cup blue cheese crumbles plus more for topping
½ cup flour + 6 TBS flour
2 green onions chopped, plus 1 for garnish
3 TBS buffalo sauce plus more for garnish (recipe below)
Blue cheese dressing for dipping
Vegetable oil

Instructions

In a large bowl add potatoes, egg, cheddar cheese, ¼ cup blue cheese, 6 TBS flour, chopped green onions (2), and buffalo sauce; stir until completely mixed.*
In a shallow bowl, add ½ cup flour. Form your pancakes using about 2 TBS of mixture- form into a pancake shape, about ½ inch thick, then dredge into flour to coat both sides; set aside and repeat for remaining mixture.
In a high sided skillet, add about ½ cup oil, enough that the oil is about ½ inch high in the skillet. Heat over medium and add pancakes, cooking about 4-5 at a time, but not overcrowding them. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, until there is a golden crust forming**, flip and cook for 2-3 minutes on the other side. Remove and place on a paper towel lined plate to drain off excess oil. Repeat for all pancakes, adding oil as needed.
Stack pancakes, about 4 per person. Drizzle blue cheese dressing, buffalo sauce, additional blue cheese crumbles, and green onions to garnish. Serve hot and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

* The potato mixture should be THICK, if it seems too thin, add more flour until it’s thicker.
**Careful not to flip the pancakes too soon or you risk them not having a nice crisp crust, and they will break apart.

Buffalo sauce recipe HERE.

Domestic Superhero Year in Review & Top 10 Posts

Published Dec 30, 2016 by Allyson
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Wow, y’all!!! I cannot believe 2016 is OVER! Seriously, how did that happen?! This year has been INSANE on Domestic Superhero, and I have y’all to thank for that (well, and my hard work, haha)! This year has seriously been the turning point for me, so much in fact, that I felt comfortable enough to quit my ‘real’ full time job. That’s right, since August I have been working from home on Domestic Superhero 100% of the time. Crazy, right?! I would have NEVER in a million years thought having a Food Blog would be my full time job at 32 years old. I don’t think blogs even existed in 2002 when I graduated high school…maybe just like personal websites where people had online diaries or whatever. But geez, what a LONG way they have come, and I am so thankful that I have found a passion in doing this. As always, I love to do a year in review roundup of my most popular posts. There were some definite surprises and some not so much. I had 2 new recipes from 2016 in my top 10, 4 from 2015, and the other 4 were oldies that stood the test of time. One surprising drop off was my DIY Pallet Ottoman; That one has been in my top 10 really since I started my blog (it helped LAUNCH my site), but it didn’t make the cut this year. I am going to blame it on people using pallets less and less! I guess you are wondering what the posts were, right? Well, lets check them out…

#10: Best Ever Salty Herbed Smashed Red Potatoes

These potatoes are the perfect blend of crispy, soft centered, salty deliciousness. With this recipe inspired by The Pioneer Woman (and me meeting her!), you don’t want to miss this one! They make the perfect side to any main dish.

#9: Copycat Outback Bloom Sauce

It’s no surprise this Copycat Outback Bloom Sauce makes the list again this year, people LOVE Outback Steakhouse. This copycat dip tastes EXACTLY like the restaurant version, and it’s best served with a bloomin’ onion or some onion rings. As you can probably tell by the photography, this recipe is a few years old and I probably need to update the pictures now that my food photography has improved! I love this dip!

#8 The Best Homemade Playdough

Not a traditional ‘recipe’ in the sense of eating, but this recipe for the BEST Homemade Playdough is no joke. It’s been incredibly popular since I posted it back in early 2013, and everyone raves about how it really is the best recipe they’ve ever tried…I’m not playing! I have step by step instructions on the page as well, so there is no way you can mess it up. It’s easy, has minimal ingredients, and you can save money by making it at home!

#7 One Pot Spaghetti With Meat Sauce

This One Pot Spaghetti & Meat Sauce is such a simple recipe, but when you switch it up to make it a ONE POT recipe, it makes things even easier, which is crazy. Who needs to dirty a bunch of dishes, when you can just dirty one pot?! One pot meals are the best, and my readers have LOVED this one! If you haven’t tried it already, you should, it has only a handful of ingredients and is done in about 20 minutes. How easy does that sound?

#6 Copycat PF Chang’s Spicy Green Beans

Another copycat recipe! This just goes to show that people love their restaurant favorites and replicating them at home! I mean, what’s better than creating your favorite restaurant recipe at home for a fraction of the cost, knowing exactly what is going into it (making is a million times healthier most likely), and having it taste just as great?! When I posted this in mid 2015, everyone raved about it and still do to this day. Give it a try and let me know how you like it! Again, only a handful of ingredients, healthy, and totally delicious!

#5 Spinach and Artichoke Quesadillas

Spinach & Artichoke Quesadillas have the winning combo…spinach, artichokes, and CHEESE! Everyone I know loves Spinach Artichoke Dip and this is essential the dip slapped between some tortillas! It’s totally easy and mega delicious! I published this recipe in January 2016 so to have it in my top 5 most popular this year is pretty crazy! It has nearly 200,000 pins on Pinterest and is constantly getting positive comments…have you tried it?!

#4 Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas

Another copycat recipe! These Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas are a tiny bit different, no meat, but trust me, you won’t miss it and you don’t need it! These pizzas have constantly been one of my most popular recipes since I posted them back in 2013. They went crazy viral on Facebook earlier this year too, so much so that Buzzfeed’s Tasty copied my recipe without giving me credit…bummer, but what can you do? It’s delicious and HEALTHY too; add it to your New Year’s Meal Plan!

TOP 3 RECIPES IN 2016

#3 Skinny Bruschetta Chicken

Skinny Bruschetta chicken has been in my top 10 posts every year since I have posted it in 2013. It has half a million pins on Pinterest, and everyone raves about the recipe. I don’t personally eat chicken, but I can say with confidence that adding juicy fresh bruschetta on top of grilled chicken breast is a total win. It’s healthy and delicious – another great recipe for your New Year’s diet!

#2 Broccoli & Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

This is my newest recipe on the list, and I published is back in March of this year. Once I hit publish, it took off! People love healthy recipes and this one is no exception. Using Spaghetti Squash instead of pasta makes for a healthy hearty meal without all the carb calories. At only 314 calories for one serving (half the squash/one side), this is an awesome healthy dinner! Add this to your meal plans for the new year too because this is definitely one you don’t want to miss!

MOST POPULAR RECIPE OF 2016…

HOORAY!!!! These One Pot Spicy Thai Noodles have been a hit since I shared them back in late 2015! At just over a year old, this recipe is not only the most popular recipe of this year, but it’s also my MOST POPULAR RECIPE OF ALL TIME! It’s so popular, in fact, that is has over DOUBLE the views of recipe #2…how crazy is that?! Not only did this recipe go viral on Pinterest, but it also went viral on Facebook as well. It has over a million pins, and over SIX million views this year on Domestic Superhero. Crazy! If you haven’t tried it yet, you HAVE too! If there’s one recipe on the list I would say you HAVE to try, this is IT. Click on this and print out the ingredient list right now. Go to the store. Make this for dinner. You won’t regret it! I make this at least once a month at home for my family, and there are never any leftovers.

That’s it y’all – our top 9 recipes are all super delicious and the playdough is tons of fun. Hopefully going into the new year you will try some of these popular recipes, if you haven’t already, but you can be sure that in 2017 there will be a TON of delicious recipes coming your way! If you haven't already, I would LOVE if you followed along with me on social media too. I am always posting tasty food on Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook! I can’t wait to share more with you ad see what 2017 brings! Cheers!

Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Pears, Golden Raisins & a Sweet Glaze

Published Dec 22, 2016 by Allyson
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Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Pears, Golden Raisins & a Sweet Glaze are the perfect anytime side dish that everyone will love!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Morton Salt. The opinions and text are all mine.
It’s no secret that I am a huge lover of Brussels sprouts. Any which was you cook them, they are all tasty to me (well, except don’t boil them!). I love love using Brussels sprouts in new recipes, and I put a twist on this recipe to turn it into a delicious side dish. Lets be honest though, I would eat this as a main dish and enjoy it just as much as a big bowl of mac & cheese! These Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Pears, Raisins, and a sweet glaze are amazingly delicious and total perfection.

I always tell people, if you don’t like Brussels sprouts, it’s because you haven’t had them cooked well. This is definitely a great recipe to change your mind. The sweet glaze that dresses the dish is full of honey, lemon, walnuts, pepper, and Morton Coarse Kosher Salt. Adding it at the end of the recipe, then blasting it with a shot of heat allows the sauce to come together quickly and glaze over the Sauteed Brussels Sprouts, raisins, and pears perfectly. The Morton Coarse Kosher Salt adds just a little crunch as well as the perfect saltiness to the amazing recipe. It’s the perfect finishing touch to this hearty side dish.

The Sauteed Brussels Sprouts dish itself comes together pretty quickly, about 20 minutes including prep time. Get all your ingredients together ahead of time so that it’s quick to make!

I always use Morton Coarse Kosher Salt in my recipes, because they always have every type I need and it’s delicious! Using Morton coarse kosher salt on this dish really elevated the flavor of the Brussels Sprouts, and it balances out the honey and lemon glaze.

This is the perfect dish to serve on a special occasion like Christmas dinner, but it’s also great for every day cooking. It’s really very simple, yet everyone will think you slaved for hours cooking this delicious side dish. Brussels sprouts are incredibly good for you, and it makes for a very wholesome recipe.

Load up your plate with these Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Pears, Golden Raisins & a Sweet Glaze and don’t forget the Morton’s Salt!

4.5 from 2 votes

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Pears, Golden Raisins & a Sweet Glaze

Ingredients

1 pound Brussels Sprouts bottoms chopped off and cut in half
1 bosc pear cut in half, seeds removed, and sliced thinly
¼ cup golden raisins
2 TBS butter
2 TBS honey
⅓ cup walnuts
juice from 1 lemon
½ teaspoon Morton Coarse Kosher Salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add Brussels sprouts and pear slices, sauteé for 6-7 minutes or until they are tender.
Add raisins, walnuts, lemon juice, and honey; turn heat to high; stir to combine/coat. Season with salt and pepper, stir to combine and cook for about 30 more seconds. Remove from heat and serve.
Serve immediately.

Although you may think that all salt is the same, I’ve been fortunate enough to learn more about the different kinds of salt and how each one can change an ordinary dish into a restaurant style experience. I’ve learned about using Morton Kosher and Sea Salt versus standard table salt in my cooking.

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Easy DIY Stocking Stuffers

Published Dec 21, 2016 by Allyson
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Easy DIY Stocking Stuffers are made with just a few simple items and stuffed with sweet treats for the holidays!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Nestlé Butterfinger & SweeTARTS. The opinions and text are all mine. Y’all!!!! We are literally days from my favorite holiday, Christmas! I am still trying to get all my stuff together, and for some reason this year I am waiting until the last minute for everything – ugh! I think because everyone has been majorly sick at our house, but we are finally getting over it…just in time for St. Nick! Now, every year me and my son like to make little decorations, and he came up with this mason jar idea. We made these as just cool holiday decorations, but when I saw the SweeTARTS Soft & Chewy Ropes and Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cups Minis, I knew these would be the perfect little containers to toss them into, and then toss them into the kids’ stockings!

First, get all your supplies together – it doesn’t take much. You will need a few mason jars (however many stockings you have, one for each), a couple paint brushes, some red, white, and black craft paints, and of course, the candy! SweeTARTS Soft & Chewy Ropes and Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cups Minis are the perfect festive and affordable treats to fill your stockings this year! I have been pretty obsessed with them and love how they contain no artificial flavors and colors.

We opted to do a snowman and reindeer this year – easy easy, totally no fuss! I used little round dabber paint brushes and made the snowmen and reindeer. My son used the hot glue gun (carefully) to glue on the eyes and reindeer ears! It was so easy and fun!

We waited about an hour for the paints to dry (you could speed this along with a hair dryer, too), and then put them out as decorations. But, I have a surprise in store for my son…

I am using the awesome SweeTARTS Soft & Chewy Ropes and Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cups Minis to fill up the mason jars!

Just pile everything up inside, and twist the cap on – voila, done!

I am going to pop these bad boys into the kids stockings, and then also pop in a couple more of the candies separately! My youngest is going to LOVE the Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cups Minis; they are the perfect poppable treat with the crispety, crunchety pieces of Butterfinger filling encased in a delicious milk chocolate coating. I also love how they are individually wrapped in their festive red and green foil which makes them ideal for stocking stuffers, candy dishes, gingerbread houses, and baking!

The SweeTARTS Soft & Chewy Ropes treat candy lovers to a soft, chewy, cherry-flavored licorice rope packed with a tart punch-flavored center. SweeTARTS Soft & Chewy Ropes have a gift tag printed directly on the package, allowing easy gifting for that special someone. These are such a perfect candy gift!

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No-Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Parfaits

Published Dec 19, 2016 by Allyson
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These No-Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Parfaits are the perfect creamy dessert! With only a handful of ingredients, they come together quickly and taste delicious!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of De'Longhi and Braun. The opinions and text are all mine.With the holidays literally right around the corner (less than a week away, ahhh!), I have been whipping up lots of seasonal recipes. These No-Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Parfaits are perfect for holiday parties, Christmas Eve dessert, or anytime really. They are simple to make and super delicious – no baking involved, either!

I was so excited to use my new Braun Pure Mix w/ Smoothie 2 Go Blender, and I knew it would be a cinch to whip up the No-Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Parfaits and whipped cream with it. I was right!

I threw in the couple ingredients for the cheesecake, and then let her rip! In just a few seconds my smooth creamy cheesecake layer was done.

I set that aside, then I whipped my cream by using the ‘mix’ functions, and that was also done in just a few seconds – super easy! This blender works so awesome for so many different things, it would definitely make a great Holiday gift!

Now you will make the cranberry compote which just takes a few minutes on the stove-top. Combine cranberries with a little water, sugar, and lemon juice, then bring them to a boil and simmer until it thickens up, about 5 minutes.

Next up, the layering! Sprinkle about ¼ cup of graham cracker crumbs into the bottom of a small cup. Next you will add the cream cheese layer, then the cranberry compote, and last the whipped cream – YUM! These No-Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Parfaits will make everyone happy!

No Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Parfaits

Ingredients

Ingredients for cheesecake layer

8 ounces cream cheese softened
3 TBS sugar
2 TBS heavy cream
½ cup crushed graham cracker crumbs

Ingredients for cranberry compote

1 cup fresh cranberries
1 TBS lemon juice
½ cup sugar
2 TBS water
1 TBS cornstarch

Ingredients for whipped cream

1 cup heavy cream
3 TBS sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

Using your blender, add all ingredients for the cheesecake layer except the graham crackers. Mix the ingredients until smooth, and be sure to scrape down the sides, and then mix again. Set aside.
In a medium sauce pot, add cranberries, lemon juice, ½ cup water; bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes or until cranberries are popping and the juice is thickening. In a small bowl mix 2 TBS water and cornstarch, then pour into cranberry mixture. Bring to a quick boil, stir, and then remove from heat once thickened. Set aside.
To assemble the parfaits: add ¼ cup of graham crackers to the bottom of each cup, then half the cream cheese mixture to each cup, top with cranberries; place into fridge for at least 1 hour to set.
For whipped cream: Add heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla into the clean blender; mix for about 45 seconds or until thickened. When serving, add whipped cream.

Recipe Notes

Makes 2 large parfaits.

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White Chocolate Peanut Butter Kettle Corn Clusters

Published Dec 14, 2016 by Allyson
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These White Chocolate Peanut Butter Kettle Corn Clusters are the perfect blend of sweet and salty – the perfect holiday treat!

I have a super quick and easy holiday recipe for you today! I am excited to share this, because it’s super yummy, but also only takes a few minutes to make, and everyone will love it! These White Chocolate Peanut Butter Kettle Corn Clusters are the perfect blend of sweet and salty – the perfect holiday treat!

Like I said, this recipe is super simple, you only need 3 ingredients – popcorn, white chocolate, and peanut butter M&M’s. If you don’t like peanut butter or have allergies, you could make this with regular chocolate M&M’s! First, pop a couple bags of kettle corn and then melt your white chocolate. Next you’ll spread the popcorn out, and then drizzle the white chocolate all over the top, you want it covered! Then sprinkle your peanut butter M&M’s all around. Pop this into the fridge for about an hour and the chocolate will harden, making the popcorn and M&M’s stick together!

As you can see, I used the holiday color M&M’s, but you could use any kind and then make this all year round! Heck, I would eat this year round with the holiday colors…it’s SO good! Once everything hardens up, all you do it break it into pieces, so easy!

These White Chocolate Peanut Butter Kettle Corn Clusters are sure to be one of your favorite holiday snacks! Try them out at your next party and see what everyone thinks; I bet everyone will be begging you for the recipe!

White Chocolate Peanut Butter Kettle Corn Clusters

Ingredients

1 regular bag kettle corn or 2 mini bags, popped
1 bag white chocolate chips see note below, melted according to package directions
1 ½ cups peanut butter M&M's

Instructions

On a large sheet of parchment paper, spread out popped popcorn. Drizzle melted white chocolate all over the top. Sprinkle M&M's over the top lightly pressing into the chocolate. Slide parchment onto a baking sheet, and put into the fridge for at least one hour.
Slide parchment onto a baking sheet, and put into the fridge for at least one hour.
Break apart and serve!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Heat it on medium high for about 1 minute to start with. Remove from the microwave and stir. Repeat heating at shorter intervals, 15 to 20 seconds, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely melted and has a smooth consistency.

Things you might need for this recipe:

Parchment paper
Baking sheet
White chocolate chips
Peanut Butter M&M’s

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Coconut Cream Latte & Ninja Coffee Bar® Giveaway!

Published Dec 11, 2016 by Allyson
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Coconut Cream Latte is the perfect creamy make at home coffee! Using the Ninja Coffee Bar, it's never been easier to make at home lattes!

This post was created in partnership with Ninja Coffee Bar^® System. I received complimentary products and compensation to facilitate my review, but all opinions within are my own.

As most of my friends know, I LOVE coffee! I am pretty much addicted to iced coffee and I love a warm cup of coffee in the morning..well, more like 5 warm cups of coffee! That’s why I am sooo excited to have the new Ninja Coffee Bar^®System, because now I can whip up my favorite hot or iced beverages at home! I am also going to be GIVING AWAY one of these awesome systems, so make sure you scroll all the way to the end for details on how to enter! This Coconut Cream Latte is one of my favorites, and once you try it, I know you will agree!

I started hitting a couple pricey drive-thru’s on a pretty regular basis, and noticed that my credit card bill was creeping higher and higher each week. I didn’t like that, so I started cutting back. Then I heard about how the Ninja Coffee Bar^® System includes a built-in hot and cold frother, six brew sizes and five brew types – including the Ninja-exclusive Cafe Forte brew, which amplifies the natural subtle flavors of your favorite coffee. Mind. Blow.

I think the Ninja Coffee Bar^® System is great around the holidays, and especially for entertaining! You can whip up a latte or an iced latte for your guests! I love how the machine comes with a whole recipe book, and you can even find more recipes on the Ninja Website. The packaging was very detailed yet, and the quick start guide was very helpful in getting the system up and running.

I loved the feature of brewing over ice, because your coffee doesn’t get watered down and it comes out perfect every time!

Anyway, it’s really easy to whip up this Coconut Cream Latte, and it uses one of my favorite ingredients ever- Coconut Cream. YUMMMM. Coconut cream can be found in the international aisle at the grocery store, or in the aisle where they have drink mixes like Pina Colada and Margarita mix. If you can’t find it at your local grocery store, either ask or try a liquor store, they are bound to have it there. It is NOT coconut milk, which is much thinner and not as sweet as coconut cream.

Another thing I love about the system is that here are six brew size choices – four single serve options: cup, XL cup, travel, XL Multi-Serve and two carafe options: half and full. The XL cup enables users to brew directly into a large mug or small travel mug and the XL Multi-Serve Travel size is perfect for those who want extra-large coffee sizes, hot or iced. It also came with a large travel coffee mug which is awesome!

5 from 1 vote

Coconut Cream Latte

Ingredients

1 TBS Coconut Cream
½ teaspoon coconut flakes toasted
½ cup milk
4 Ninja® Single-Serve Scoops ground coffee or 4 tablespoons

Instructions

Place the coffee into the brew basket.
Place coconut cream into a mug; set mug in place to brew.
Select the Travel Mug size; press the Specialty Brew button.
While coffee is brewing, place milk into a mug and then microwave on high for 1 minute. Remove from microwave. Place frother just barely unto the milk, press on and froth for 45 seconds- 1 minute.
When brew is complete, stir to combine, then gently pour frothed milk into coffee. Top with toasted coconut and enjoy!

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Now it's YOUR TURN to try out the Ninja Coffee Bar^® System! For your chance to win, head over to my Facebook Post and tell me what your favorite coffee based drink is, and why you would like to win the Ninja! Please share the post/giveaway on Facebook as well (not required for entry). The post will stay open to comments until December 17, 2016 11am EST. You may only comment once per family. Winner will be chosen at random by Domestic Superhero and contacted through Facebook messenger. Winner must respond within 24 hours or another winner will be selected.

Contest entrants are only eligible to win once per sweepstake, per household as a part of a campaign sponsored by Influence Central and must reside in the United States. Ninja Coffee Bar^® System giveaway is the same product as the review product. Must be over 18 and provide email address within 24 hours of winning message notification.

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Skinny Cheesy Vegetable Chowder

Published Dec 7, 2016 by Allyson
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This Skinny Cheesy Vegetable Chowder is a hearty chowder reduces the fat and calories (only 160 per serving) without sacrificing any flavor! Seriously delicious and so easy to make!

I have a delicious Cheesy Vegetable Chowder Soup for you today. This soup reminds me of cream of broccoli soup, which I love, but hate all the fat and calories. This soup gives the impression of being creamy and rich, and is filled with delicious flavors. The base of this soup (carrots, celery, onion, and garlic), is the same base that starts off this Tomato Basil Soup and this Fire-Roasted and Red Pepper Soup. I highly suggest making these (or 2 of these, which I did) at one time because your prep time will be cut in half. Throw all the base ingredients into the Food Processor, and then divide for each soup. These soups make large portions, and you can put half in the freezer for other meals, and then use the other halves for weeknight dinners! BAM, two+ dinners out of the way in no time!

I have also turned this soup into a healthy version, so you don't have to feel one bit guilty when eating it. Using skim milk, reduced fat cheese, and broth as the base, it's easy to reduce both calories and fat in this otherwise heavy soup. If you aren't counting calories then you can use the fuller fat ingredients, but really, I don't think there is any difference in taste. I toasted up some cheesy bread for dipping, too, because it is not possible for me to eat 'chowder' without bread or crackers!

5 from 1 vote

Cheesy Vegetable Chowder - Skinny Makeover!

Ingredients

1 TBS butter
1 onion chopped
3 carrots chopped
3 celery ribs finely chopped
1 TBS garlic minced
4 cups vegetable broth or chicken
2 large baking potatoes I used yukon, peeled and chopped
1 TBS flour
½ cup water
⅔ cup skim milk
2 cups chopped broccoli I probably used more like 3, so whatever you like!
1 cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese I used extra sharp

Instructions

Melt the butter in a large soup pot. Add onions, carrots, and celery and saute over medium heat until tender.
Add garlic and cook 1 or 2 additional minutes.
Add chicken broth and potatoes, bring to a boil, and cook until potatoes are tender.
Mix flour with water, add, and simmer until soup is slightly thickened.
Add milk and broccoli and cook until broccoli is just tender and soup is heated through. Stir in cheese, allow to melt, and serve.

Recipe Notes

I used my food processor to grate all my veggies. I always do this with soups since it's quick and easy.

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Funfetti Birthday Waffles

Published Dec 2, 2016 by Allyson
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Funfetti Birthday Waffles are the best birthday breakfast a kid could imagine!

Y’all, you know what is coming up?!?! My oldest son’s birthday! He is so super excited to turn 6, and requested a special birthday breakfast…I had a GREAT idea, which would include his absolute favorite food…waffles and syrup! These Funfetti Birthday Waffles come together in just minutes, and trust me when I tell you, they will be a HUGE hit with your kids! These were awesome for making my son’s birthday BreakFEAST one he will never forget!

First off, I took our my awesome Oster Waffle Iron…I love this thing! It makes the fluffiest Belgian waffles and they cook perfectly every single time. I’ve even made apple pies in this thing, it’s that versatile! Anyway, grab your Hungry Jack Belgian Waffle Mix and pour it into a bowl along with some water (check the box for exact measurements). Next, all you have to do is add some funfetti sprinkles!

Mix it all together, then pour it into your heated waffle iron. About 2 minutes later and your waffle is ready! I made a whole big stack of waffles, because like I said, my son LOVES them, and I thought it would look so cool…more like a cake!

Oh, and you can’t forget the syrup…or at least I can’t, because my son would kill me! I love using Hungry Jack Syrup because they are microwavable and have an easy pour lid. They are actually the only brand that has a microwavable bottle, which is great because it saves me from having to make a mess by pouring it into something else, and then heated it up! Nope, not with Hungry Jack! Just pop the bottle into the microwave (don’t forget to open the lid), and then heat it up for a minute – super easy! The syrup runs out of the lid perfectly and shuts without making a drippy syrup mess everywhere! Love that!

Say your child isn’t a huge sprinkle fan, well these waffles work just as well being stuffed with other stuff, too…chocolate chips, nuts, blueberries…just to name a few! As long as you have your Hungry Jack Syrup to complete your BreakFEAST then you will be all set, and of course, it doesn’t have to be someone’s birthday to enjoy these fun Funfetti Waffles!

Funfetti Birthday Waffles

Ingredients

Hungry Jack Belgian Waffle Mix
Water
funfetti multicolored sprinkles
Hungry Jack Syrup
birthday candles

Instructions

Using a large bowl, combine waffle mix with water (amount according to package directions); mix well. Add about ¼ cup sprinkles and stir well.
Heat a waffle iron. When ready, add waffle mix and cook until ready. Repeat for all waffles.
Stack waffles onto a plate, add syrup and candles.
SING HAPPY BIRTHDAY and enjoy!!!

Recipe Notes

Funfetti waffles can be enjoyed anytime really!

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No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

Published Dec 1, 2016 by Allyson
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These simple no bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Bars have only a handful of ingredients and can be whipped up in less than 10 minutes! You and your kids are going to love these!

I have a slight obsession with Honey Bunches of Oats® cereal, and I’ve posted a couple of recipes already which use the delicious cereal. This one is a little different, and is essentially a homemade no bake granola bar, but since there is no granola in the bar, I am calling it a cereal bar! This recipe is SO easy, affordable, and super delicious! Your kids will LOVE these, and you will be grabbing them when you are hungry and on the go!

Honey Bunches of Oats® cereal is versatile and can be used in tons of different recipes. It keeps my life simple, especially around the holidays when things are CRAZY! On my holiday to-do list, is check out the new movie, SING©, have you heard of it? It’s a fun animated movie and the soundtrack sounds amazing! I can’t wait to head to the movies on December 21st with my kiddos and enjoy it! There is a Fun-Trivia game on their website right now, and you get to find out which star character from the movie you most resemble! How fun is that?!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

Ingredients

3 cups Honey Bunches of Oats Cereal with Almonds
1 ½ cups rolled oats
⅓ cup shredded coconut
½ cup chocolate chips
⅔ cup honey
½ cup packed light brown sugar
¾ cups creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

In a large bowl combine cereal, oats, coconut, and chocolate chips; set aside.
In a small sauce pot, add honey and brown sugar, and bring to a boil. Whisk until combined, and then add the vanilla; stir. Simmer for about 1 minute. Add peanut butter, and turn heat to low. Whisk in peanut butter until completely melted and combined.
Pour into the cereal mixture and mix well until completely incorporated.
Use a large 9x13 baking dish lined with parchment or wax paper, dump the cereal mixture and then spread into an even layer.
Place into fridge and let set for at least 4 hours. Remove from fridge, and remove from dish by pulling up on the sides of the parchment paper, laying it onto your counter. Using a large knife, cut into rectangle bars. Enjoy!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

**I like to keep my stored in a plastic container in the fridge. It helps keep them longer, up to 2 weeks.

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20+ Holiday Favorite Recipes

Published Nov 30, 2016 by Allyson
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20+ Holiday Favorites - These holiday recipes are perfect for entertaining or cozying up at home!

Wow, can you believe it's almost CHRISTMAS?!?! I seriously cannot believe that it's only weeks away. I am not ready. Not ready at all!! I need to get on the ball and get going with things. The truth is, I've been swamped with work and have put everything else to the side because I just don't have time! That's why I love posts like this one; it puts a ton of delicious holiday recipes in one place, and you don't have to spend hours searching and searching for something amazing to make. We have desserts, appetizers, dinners, and even side dishes - something for every occasion! If you see something you like, just go ahead and click over on the link, and then pin it for later or print out the recipe - easy easy! Are you ready for the holidays?! No need to have anxiety when you have these 20 holiday recipes helping you out!

German Chocolate Cake Cookies

Tangerine Glazed Ham

Cream Cheese Cookies

Eggnog Thumbprint Cookies

Whipped Ricotta Spread

1-Hour Dinner Rolls

Chocolate Peppermint Cheese with Chocolate Ganache

Hot Chocolate Cookies

Crockpot Candy

Five Minute Fudge

Italian Ricotta Cookies

Red Velvet Peppermint Thumbprint Cookies

Country Cinnamon Apple Dumplings

Toffee Almond Snowballs

Asiago Cheese Ball

Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

Pumpkin Turtle Cheesecake

Cranberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Best Sugar Cookies

Eggnog Sugar Cookie Bars

Chocolate Covered Mint Patties

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Easy Ham & Cheese Dip

Published Nov 21, 2016 by Allyson
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Easy Ham and Cheese Dip only takes 20 minutes to make and is the most delicious party appetizer!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of NatureRaised Farms.The opinions and text are all mine.

Now that the holidays are rolling around, I have been looking for some great recipes to serve during parties and events. Coming up with ideas that are easy and delicious are always important, because no one wants to slave over a stove before they have a big party! This Easy Ham & Cheese Dip is the perfect simple recipe to serve at your upcoming holiday party!

I headed to Sam's Club and picked up their Nature and Raised Farms Ham which has no antibiotics, no added hormones, and no growth promotants. It’s a product you can feel good about buying. I like that it comes pre-sliced, so there are many options for use. You can find it in their deli cooler.

This Ham and Cheese Dip is so simple, you throw all the ingredients together, mix them up, and then pop the dish into the oven and bake it until everything is ooey gooey delicious!

I love making recipes where I can save so much time, because then I can focus on other things around the holidays. I’ve made a conscious effort to only work during ‘work’ hours, and to be present with my family during the other times. That way the time we spend together is actually quality time, not ‘I’m not really paying attention to you because I am doing a million things,’ time. It’s a struggle, and the struggle is real. By saving and making recipes like this Easy Ham and Cheese Dip, you save time and in turn have more time to spend with the people who matter.

Easy Ham & Cheese Dip

Ingredients

1 package Nature and Raised Ham chopped
8 ounces cream cheese softened
8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
8 ounces shredded swiss or gruyere cheese
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon salt
4 green onions chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
In a large bowl, add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and swiss cheese. Microwave it for 20 seconds, then mix to combine. Add the ham, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt; mix to combine. Pour into a shallow baking dish, and spread into an even layer.
Place in the center of the oven, and bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until melted ad bubbling. Turn oven to broil, and broil for about 2-3 minutes, or until you have a nice browning on the top.
Remove from oven, add chopped green onions to the top.
Serve with baguette slices, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

Recipe Notes

I highly recommend shredding your own cheese - it melts way better and is generally better for cooking.

NatureRaised Farms Ham is brand new to Sam’s Club stores, and although some locations don't have it, make sure to keep an eye out for it. You can go to www.EatGoodCleanFun.com to check where to pick it up! Also, there is a fun contest going on right now! YOU can go to your local Sam’s Club, purchase the Nature and Raised Farm Ham between November 1, 2016 – December 31, 2016, and then share with me what recipe idea you have for the product! You can enter for a chance to win a $50 Sam’s Club Gift Card. You can send me a message with a photo of your recipe as well as a picture of the product you purchased! I can’t wait to see all your ideas!

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- Allyson

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Cranberry Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Published Nov 14, 2016 by Allyson
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Cranberry Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting are the perfect anytime treat, but they are especially tasty around the holidays!
The last few weeks I have been experimenting with lots of seasonal recipes, including some delicious cranberry recipes! I came up with these Cranberry Lemon Cupcakes and then decided to top them with a tasty Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting.

I highly recommend trying out these cupcakes as well! They are perfect for the holidays and so delicious!

Cranberry Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients

Ingredients for cupcakes

¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
zest from 1 lemon plus juice from 1 lemon
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 ½ cups flour
¼ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup butter room temperature
1 ¼ cup sugar
4 eggs
1 ½ cups fresh cranberries

Ingredients for frosting

2 cups powdered sugar
4 ounces softened cream cheese
½ cup butter softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 TBS lemon juice
zest from 1 lemon

Instructions

Directions for cupcakes

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. grease or line muffin tins; set aside.
In a small bowl whisk together yogurt, zest, lemon juice (from 1 lemon), and vanilla, set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
Using a stand mixer or electric mixer, add butter and sugar to the bowl and cream; about 2 minutes at high speed. Add eggs, one at a time, combining well after each egg. Slowly add half of the flour mixture, and mix at a slow speed (or you will have a mess all over!), then add ½ of the yogurt mixture and mix until just combined. Add remaining flour mixture and combine; add remaining yogurt mixture and mix until just combined.
Remove bowl from stand mixer, add the cranberries, and fold gently to combine.
Pour batter into muffin tins, about ¾ of the way full. Cook for 22-30 minutes, testing with a toothpick starting at 22 minutes. When it comes out clean, they are done (mine took exactly 30 mins).
Remove and set on a wire rack until cool.

Directions for frosting

Using a stand mixer, cream together butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add vanilla, lemon juice, lemon zest, and mix for a few seconds until combined. Add powdered sugar and mix on low until lightly incorporated, turn speed to high and whip for 1-2 minutes or until fluffy.
Pipe frosting on the tops of the cooled cupcakes, serve and enjoy!

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Spicy Corn Fritters with Cilantro Lime Sauce

Published Nov 7, 2016 by Allyson
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Spicy Corn Fritters with Cilantro Lime Sauce are a simple recipe that highlights fresh summer corn!

As you know, I was in Iowa a few weeks ago for #IACornQuest 2016! I had the opportunity to head to Iowa and learn all about corn farming from IA Corn! It was totally awesome, and I was very inspired to whip up some corny (har har) recipes when I returned home. These Spicy Corn Fritters turned out really delicious, and I topped them with the most cool tasty cilantro lime cream as well...so yum!

As a vegetarian, this was a very filling meal, but you could also serve these fritters alongside some chicken breast or even a hamburger! I ended up adapting this recipe from Alexandra's Kitchen, but it was a little confusing...mostly because it was up in the air what you should do with the eggs. Two eggs? Three eggs? Four eggs? Just egg whites??? Ummm, help!! After reading the comments people left for her, I decided to try just one egg. I cooked up my first fritters and they did not look how they should, and they were falling apart in the pan. I dumped them back into the bowl with the rest of the mix and added 2 more eggs to help bind it all together more. Success! I recommend 3 eggs for 2 cups of corn kernels, but you might want to play with it as well.

As for the jalapenos, they didn't add much heat, so even if you aren't a fan of spicy I think you would like this...or just leave it out.

I had such a fun time working with Iowa Corn on this post as well as my last post, and I hope y'all love this recipe as much as I did! Adding corn back to recipes is a great way to keep the corn industry growing, and I suggest you take the time to look into corn related issues regarding GMOs, Ethanol production, and nutritional information. It was such an eye opening experience at the farms in Iowa!

Spicy Corn Fritters with Cilantro Lime Cream

Ingredients

Ingredients for the Spicy Corn Fritters

½ cup quick-cooking grits or fine-ground cornmeal
2 cups corn kernels about a 12 ounce frozen bag of corn
1 small shallot diced finely
1 jalapeno seeds and membrane removed, diced
½ teaspoon cumin
dash of salt and pepper
¾ cup plain non fat Greek yogurt
1 tablespoons olive oil plus extra for frying
3 eggs
Ingredients for the Cilantro Lime Cream
¼ cup chopped cilantro or more or less to taste
½ cup Greek yogurt
Juice from 1 lime
NOTE: Batter can be made ahead and chilled.

Instructions

1. In a large bowl mix the grits, corn, shallots, jalapeño, cumin, salt and pepper. Add yogurt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and eggs. Mix to combine. Let rest 5 minutes.
2. Set large nonstick frying pan over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Pour in 1 teaspoon olive oil (or enough to just coat the bottom of the pan). Once hot, spoon 2 TBS of batter per cake into pan. Spread with the back your spoon to even out the batter (you don't want it too thick or thin!). Make 3 to 4 fritters at a time.
3. Cook cakes 2-3 minutes, or until golden. Flip and cook 1-2 minutes, or until golden on the other side. Place fritters onto a paper towel lined plate to drain off grease. Repeat for all batter.
4. Mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, and cilantro.
5. Serve fritters and drizzle cream over the top. Enjoy while hot!

Recipe Notes

Makes about 8 cakes (depends on size)

Spicy Corn Fritters with Cilantro Lime Sauce

Want to hear more about #IACornQuest 2016?! Check out this awesome video recap from Iowa Corn!

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