Enjoy summer’s citrusy sweet cherry tomatoes as the highlight ingredient on this grilled chicken BLT flatbread pizza.

This Mediterranean Goat Cheese Pizza features sweet juicy nectarines paired with salty prosciutto and creamy and tangy goat cheese.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with this delicious 1800 tequila margarita recipe. Elderflower is the new twist on this classic cocktail.

Make up this shrimp & peach salad with goat cheese for a light summer dinner and add a drizzle of honey balsamic vinaigrette dressing on top.

Never buy tomato sauce in a jar again! Tomato sauce made from scratch takes 30 minutes and tastes a million times better than the jarred variety.

Easy to make ahead of time, these simple mashed potatoes will be the most popular dish on your dinner table.

Dip your crusty bakery bread loaf in true Italian flavor with this easy to make sun-dried tomato dipping oil.
 

Don’t throw away those unripe green tomatoes. Turn them into fried green tomatoes topped with fresh mozzarella cheese and chopped basil and finished with a balsamic glaze. 

This vegetarian casserole feeds a crowd. Loaded with fresh eggplant, baby spinach and fire roasted tomatoes, this Cheesy Eggplant Bake is a perfect weeknight dinner.

This delicious soup uses the leftover ham from your holiday dinner and is mixed together with lots of delicious vegetables.

These potatoes au gratin with Gruyere and cheddar cheeses will be the winning side dish on your dinner table.

Baked Honey Barbecue Chicken is slow roasted and basted with a honey ketchup glaze that results in fall-off-the-bone deliciousness no one can resist!

Use up last night’s beef brisket for this Rigatoni Bolognese dinner tonight. Loaded with carrots and mushrooms on top of pasta, this dinner is comfort food at its finest.

Hatteras Clam Chowder is a simple broth-based chowder loaded with redskin potatoes, vegetables and chopped clams perfect for cold winter nights on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.

Beef brisket is the perfect winter comfort food after a long day. Nothing fills the belly better than tender, melt in your mouth oven baked beef brisket.

Enjoy a classic in a smaller portion. These Individual Chicken Pot Pies are mini servings but just as delicious as the whole pie!

Chipped beef for breakfast is a special treat when visiting my parents on the Outer Banks. I’ve enjoyed this salty creamy breakfast special going back years.

The beer soaked button mushrooms impart the subtle flavor& of the stout.

This cheesy chicken recipe is a snap to cook up in 30 minutes and is a perfect dinner for a mid week meal.

Spiked with a little Firefly vodka, this Firefly Cocktail is the perfect summer cocktail for those hot summer nights.

This delicious banana peach smoothie is made with fresh picked peaches and blended with Greek yogurt and ginger for a great way to start the morning.

This couscous with grilled vegetables features zucchini, squash, asparagus, red peppers and mushrooms and is tossed with lemon and goat cheese for delicious flavor.

These oven baked barbecue ribs are fall off the bone delicious and are hands down the best way to enjoy summer!

Paired with fresh baby spinach and crunchy almonds, cherries lend intense flavor to Israeli couscous.

Go against the grain by serving this summer salad at your next get together.

These chewy coconut oatmeal cookies are soft and delicious and feature the sweet taste of toasted coconut flakes. They are a perfect blend of sweet and nutty flavors. Make a dozen and surprise your kids today!

This recipe is super easy to mix up in about five minutes. An hour in the oven and this robust yet mellow beer bread has the most satisfying flavor.  

This recipe is melt in your mouth moist yet tangy from the grapefruit zest. The Greek yogurt is key to this spongy and full of flavor pound cake. 

Three highball salty dog cocktails on a tabletop.

Your favorite lasagna is now an easy slow cooker soup recipe.

Fall off the bone tender and delicious, these oven braised beef short ribs are cooked in a rich gravy and are so easy to make.

Apple Cider Chicken simmers in the crockpot all day resulting in tender fall off the bone chicken. Enjoy this original recipe on busy weeknights when you want dinner on the table quickly.

Layers of lasagna noodles, fresh spinach, mozzarella and ricotta cheeses, and a trio of ground beef, hot sausage and veal make up this delicious casserole which is topped with homemade tomato sauce.

Earthy mushrooms, sweet red peppers, spicy sausage and cheesy tortellini is smothered in a creamy Alfredo sauce and is served in under 30 minutes.

Tender broccoli is steamed then smothered in a creamy cheddar and Parmesan cheese sauce and topped with buttery Ritz crackers. 

Crispy along the edges and chewy in the center, these white chocolate cranberry pistachio cookies are perfect for the holidays. 

This 30 minute recipe features spicy chorizo sausage, tender chicken and vegetables infused in saffron flavored rice.

Three ingredients and a few hours are all you need to make delicious chocolate peanut butter fudge.

Don’t throw out those overripe bananas. They are the secret ingredient to this moist banana bread recipe that is loaded with chocolate chips and features a pecan, brown sugar and cinnamon topping. 

This loaded creamy cauliflower cheese soup is a healthy option that is full of flavor.

Start your fall mornings with the taste of pumpkin pie with this easy make-ahead breakfast of overnight oats topped with dried cranberries, pepitas and pecans. 

Cauliflower dredged in panko bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese and roasted until nutty brown transforms this bland vegetable into something irresistible that no one can turn down.

This easy chicken marsala is my go-to dish for a midweek meal. It’s simple, hearty and delicious. Better yet, it can be whipped up in under 30 minutes. 

Soft and full of flavor, these apple carrot oatmeal muffins {a.k.a. morning glory muffins} feature whole wheat goodness to start your day.

Sweet maple syrup and tangy Dijon mustard make up this easy chicken dinner in a half an hour. 

Topped with a boozy bourbon maple whipped cream, this crustless pumpkin pie recipe comes in individual portions and will please all pumpkin pie lovers.

Cajun chicken with lemon and capers is similar to chicken piccata, but this 30-minute dinner pairs a little Cajun heat with the tangy taste of lemon.

Traditional pecan pie is kicked up a notch with a punch of bourbon and the sweetness of dark chocolate. Serve this dessert for Thanksgiving and Kentucky Derby Day!

These crispy rounds of eggplant Parmesan are first fried then layered in a casserole pan with fresh mozzarella, sauce and basil. 

Eat your pizza on-the-go with these easy to make Hawaiian calzones.

This crunchy Chinese slaw recipe with ramen noodles is sweet and delicious and ideal for a side dish to take to your next potluck, family reunion or summer barbecue. 

Enjoy summer’s sweet berries paired with the syrupy flavor of balsamic vinegar in your cocktail.

Sip on a milkshake that combines the tropical taste of freshly cut pineapple and banana with a novelty creamsicle popsicle.

Homegrown tomatoes, sweet corn kernels, black beans, avocado, cilantro and lime juice is all you need to make the freshest salsa. This pico de gallo – salsa fresca – taste great with chips and on all your favorite Mexican dishes.

Enjoy the sweet flavors of the tropics with this homemade fresh Pineapple Pico de Gallo recipe. Eat it with chips, on fish tacos or spoon it over your favorite grilled seafood or chicken.

This easy no-bake dessert features summer’s sweetest peaches and fresh blueberries.

Have your ever grilled fruit kabobs? Grill your favorite fruit like peaches, watermelon, strawberries and kiwi and drizzle them with mint and balsamic glaze for a delicious dessert or side dish.

Fresh shrimp flavored with a blend of sweet and spicy herbs and seasoning and grilled on the barbecue is the perfect meal when you’re looking for easy, healthy and light.

Fresh grouper seasoned with your favorite blackened spices and seared in a cast-iron skillet makes for an easy dinner in under 30 minutes.

A classic Italian salad of sweet tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and fresh picked basil is drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze for the ultimate summer side dish.

Nothing spell summer more so than grilled eggplant topped with ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese and fresh basil.

Moist and delicious, these double chocolate zucchini muffins are full of fiber and whole wheat goodness. 

Three ingredients is all you need for the juiciest beer can chicken recipe. This summer grilling favorite can be on your table in an hour.

Celebrate Memorial Day,  the Fourth of July and Labor Day with 15 festive and patriotic red, white and blue desserts.

Combine the flavors of apple pie, apple crisp and buttermilk pancakes into a delicious breakfast casserole that serves a crowd.

Celebrate spring with the tangy flavor of lemon in a baked lemon risotto featuring asparagus and peas.

15 Easy and delicious ways to eat your greens (when you just don’t want salad)

These sweet and spicy churro almonds will remind you of summer fun at the local fair.

Serve up my version of shrimp and “grits” to start the morning with this easy and savory breakfast bowl. 

Soft and chewy, these old fashioned copycat oatmeal raisin cookies are better than what you get at McDonald’s, Panera or Subway.

Bake up a batch of pup-approved grain-free treats specifically made for dogs with allergies.
 

Chewy Fruit & Nut Granola Bars made from scratch taste better and are healthier than anything store bought. Customize the fruit and nuts to your liking.

These lemon squares feature an easy homemade graham cracker-like crust and a sweet and tart lemon filling. They are the ideal dessert for your spring and Easter parties.

Buttermilk is the secret to these moist and delicious Cinnamon Sugar Muffins. Serve them for breakfast or snack any time of the day.

Turn an ordinary simple salad into a power spinach salad by adding protein-packed quinoa and fiber rich apples and pecans. 

Satisfy your sweet tooth with an easy no-bake dessert that won’t wreck havoc on your waistline.

Start the new year off right with roasted vegetables, mild sorghum, protein- packed quinoa and whole grain brown rice tossed with goat cheese for a vegetarian dish that is nutritious and full of flavor.

Turn last night’s leftovers into a classic cottage pie in 30 minutes. It’s the ultimate comfort food this winter. 
 

Roasted turkey just isn’t complete without a rich giblet gravy to go with it. This Thanksgiving giblet gravy recipe walks you through the steps.

This homemade cranberry sauce is easy to make and features the tart taste of cranberries mixed with the  sweetness of Honeycrisp apples.

This easy baked skillet pasta recipe features the flavors of pork sausage and fennel in a red wine ragu. It’s cheesy, meaty and delicious and can be on your table in under an hour.

Sweet and spicy, these sweet potato chips are tossed in a barbecue seasoning and baked to perfection. You’d never guess they’re healthy. 

Whip up this easy homemade chicken noodle soup in under 30 minutes using rotisserie chicken.
 

Sweet summer corn and cornbread are mixed together for a creamy pudding or casserole that is a must on any holiday table.

From skillet to plate in 30 minutes, this easy ground turkey and sweet potato hash is the ideal dish for a weeknight dinner or a weekend breakfast.

Sweet pears on a bed of greens with a tangy citrus dressing is the perfect salad for fall. Serve this Autumn Pear Salad on your holiday table.

Delicious for fall, these moist and sweet pumpkin cupcakes are sprinkled with chocolate chips and topped with cream cheese frosting.

As delicious as mom’s apple pie but easier! This easy apple crisp galette is the ideal fall dessert.

Gelato made with fresh strawberries, dark chocolate and espresso is paired with crisp pizzelle cookies in this Sicilian- inspired frozen dessert. 

It’s a classic zucchini quick bread with a twist. This loaf is bursting with the sweet taste of blueberries.

Don’t you love it when a recipe just falls together? These baked buffalo chicken nachos came about accidentally. And let me tell you, these were not your ordinary nachos. 

Loaded with shredded zucchini and squash, these healthy chicken burgers are full of flavor and juicy.

Enjoy this Elderflower sangria recipe featuring summer’s freshest fruits and elderflower liqueur.

Sweet watermelon, juicy cucumber and salty feta cheese are the perfect flavor combination nestled on top of tangy arugula.

Summer sweet peaches glazed with balsamic and served on a toasted pillow of honey flavored ricotta cheese.

Enjoy summer’s bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables with a corn salad featuring sweet cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, fresh mozzarella and homegrown basil.

A classic summer pasta salad featuring juicy red ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, homegrown basil and cheesy tortellini. 

These watermelon strawberry ice pops are a sweet and refreshing way to stay cool during the dog days of summer.

Super moist and soft, these easy banana chocolate chip muffins will need a full glass of milk to go along with them. 
 

This Summer Berry Salad features fresh sweet summer berries, succulent grilled turkey and is served with a drizzle of blackberry balsamic vinaigrette. There’s no better way to celebrate summer!

Add a tropical flair to your next rice dish by adding in shredded coconut, fresh lime juice and fragrant cilantro. I promise my cilantro lime coconut rice is a winner. 

Marinated grilled shrimp flavored with lemon zest and basil served on a bed of Parmesan couscous is an easy spring and summer weeknight dinner that can be on your table in under an hour.

These Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Brownies are delicious any day of the year not just St. Patrick’s Day. They feature a secret ingredient – Guinness beer!

Celebrate Cinco the Mayo with a pitcher of margaritas and cilantro lime marinated grilled chicken for dinner.

A copycat recipe for delicious lettuce wraps that you can whip up in under 30 minutes.

Tired of eating the same old thing for breakfast? Take five minutes of your morning to make this easy blackberry breakfast parfait.

Tart Granny Smith apples, meaty pecans and breaded chunks of chicken are topped with a homemade honey orange balsamic vinaigrette.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the 15 of the best Mexican recipes from your favorite bloggers.

I love a good apple cider mule rum cocktail. This drink has a boozy burst of pecan and honey rum blended with ginger beer and sweet apple cider. It makes a delicious cocktail for any time of the year.

My Cinnamon Apple Pie Granola is the perfect healthy breakfast. It’s gluten-free, completely vegan and delicious.

Need a quick dinner? Make a big bowl of pasta filled with fresh vegetables, flavored with basil pesto and sautéed shrimp.

A true Southern dish, these shrimp and grits are creamy and cheesy and taste delicious. Made with quick-cooking grits, this easy shrimp recipe can be on your table in under 30 minutes.

The addition of corn, black beans and green chilies gives this pulled pork chili a real authentic southwestern taste.

S’mores Brownie Bars are everything you love about a traditional s’more including graham crackers, chocolate and ooey gooey marshmallows. No fire required!

Celebrate winter’s citrus season with a sweet bubbly orange prosecco cocktail that is light and refreshing – my clementine Prosecco spritzer.

Guinness is not just for St. Patrick’s Day. Don’t just drink it – use it in your stews, Shepherd’s pies, brownies, breads and cakes. Use it as a reduction or a mixer for your favorite cocktail.

These sautéed mushrooms are an easy side dish for any barbecue, holiday party or everyday dinner.

Rich and creamy crab bisque made with chunks of freshly cracked Alaskan King crab meat can be on your table in 30 minutes.

This healthy winter stew if chock full of tender beef and vegetables and can be made on the stove top or crockpot.

Making a loaf of golden brown crusty bread at home is easier than you think. All you need is a Dutch oven! No kneading required.

Broccoli and cheddar go together like love and marriage. You can’t have one without the other, right? That’s why I married these two ingredients in my Oven Baked Broccoli & Cheddar Risotto.

Turn plain ole burger into something gourmet and restaurant worthy. My homemade meatballs are smothered in a rich onion gravy and are the definition of comfort food at its finest. 

My raspberry chocolate Chia pudding is made with only four ingredients and garnished with your favorite toppings. It’s a perfect no fuss healthy breakfast.

Salty and sweet with a kick. This pear and butternut squash salad is a favorite winter side dish and it’s perfect for lunch or any holiday get together.

Meaty, cheesy and full of flavor, my New York Strip Steak Sandwiches are my version of classic Philly cheesesteaks.

Hot sausage and succulent shrimp marry well smothered in a spicy Parmesan cream sauce atop of bed of rigatoni.

Need a simple dinner that you can get on the table quickly – one that packs a little heat to warm you up this winter. My Tex-Mex Pork Stew is the answer.

There is nothing better than sinking your teeth into a slice of soft homemade beer bread that tastes like grapefruit and honey.

Plan a game day to remember by serving these spicy shredded buffalo chicken sliders oozing with melted cheese and pair of them with a cold premium pilsener.

Cold snowy nights in Ohio call for great tasting homemade soup. This one-pot vegetable tortellini soup is loaded with fresh vegetables and fresh cheese tortellini. 

Ground beef, fire roasted tomatoes, a jalapeño pepper and the right spices are all you need to whip up this pot of easy homemade beef chili.

Have you ever had jambalaya? Not the kind out of a box but the homemade dish like what you get in New Orleans?

Put your slow cooker to work and take the guesswork out of what to serve for dinner by making turkey meatball subs using store-bought turkey meatballs. 

Creamy pillows of pasta that hint of mashed potatoes, earthy mushrooms and salty pancetta, swirled in a light and creamy sauce. Doesn’t that sound delicious? Want the recipe?

Combine two Italian dinner favorites into one with this cheesy chicken Parmesan lasagna.  

Chose from 10 holiday dessert recipes from the Foodiemamas. There is something sweet for everyone!

Imagine this – the smell of toasted pecans, sweet Honeycrisp apples, nutmeg and cinnamon wafting through the kitchen.

Granola Blondie Bars are delicious, chewy and loaded with oats, honey, almonds and topped with chocolate chips for the perfect treat for the holidays.

Delicious, melt in your mouth cookies that reminds me of snowballs. The powdered sugar coating, the crumbly texture, the homegrown pecans…these cookies are a delight any time of the year.

Surprise Santa with an Oreo milkshake made fresh with vanilla bean frozen yogurt and Oreo cookies. 

Do you need to feed a crowd or a team of hungry athletes? Serve up my healthy protein-rich granola pancake bake for breakfast.

It’s cheesy comfort food in the morning. My hash brown egg bake is the perfect casserole to feed a group of hungry mouths.

Next time you have company, dress up your dinner plates with these roasted rosemary mini potatoes.

This cheesy corn recipe with Boursin cheese is made with sweet corn kernels mixed with salty pancetta and dunked in a creamy Boursin cheese sauce. One bite and you’ll think you’ve died and gone to heaven. 

Jazz up plain jasmine rice with black beans by adding fresh squeezed lime juice and chopped cilantro. It’s an easy side dish that takes 20 minutes.

Got apples? Whip up a delicious lunch of rotisserie chicken, orchard apples and nutty pecans in this homemade orchard apple chicken salad. 

Love strawberry preserves? 

Then make your own at home using fresh picked juicy strawberries and chia seeds instead of pectin. 

Butternut Bacon Potstickers | www.homeandplate.com | Sweet butternut squash is paired with salty bacon in these easy to make party appetizer.

Take taco night to a new level and serve up these easy and healthy beef brisket burrito bowls for dinner.

Turn a simple homemade apple pastry into a fun Halloween treat that’s healthy yet spooky fun.

Scare up some fun this Halloween with these creative and easy recipes from your favorite Foodiemamas.

Sliders are synonymous with football. There’s nothing better than sitting around on a Sunday afternoon gobbling up juicy, beef sliders while watching football. It’s perfect game time food.

If you have 30 minutes, you can whip up a restaurant-worthy dinner of creamy fettuccine alfredo with hearty mushrooms and juicy chicken. And everything is better with bacon.

Imagine the taste of juicy pears, salty bacon and creamy brie sandwiched between two grilled pieces of rosemary harvest bread.

Warm apple bake is the perfect dessert to enjoy during apple picking season.

Served with a splash of brown sugar and soy infused dipping sauce, these perfectly seasoned dumplings hide a juicy pork meatball inside. 

A breaded chicken breast stuffed with ham and cheese served alongside roasted Provençal vegetables is an easy dinner that can be served up in under 40 minutes on a busy weeknight.

It’s game time! Got wings? Skip the bottled ranch dressing and make a homemade version that’s guaranteed to be a hit at your next tailgate party.

My decadent mini muffins are filled with dark chocolate chunks and juicy raspberries.

Taco night is a regular dinner in my house and these leftover pulled pork tacos aka leftover pork carnitas are a family favorite.

Tender pulled pork smothered in sweet barbecue sauce piled high on a bun is the ultimate sandwich.

Become your own barista with this easy Thai iced coffee recipe.

Take advantage of these late summer and fall evenings with a grilled swordfish dinner served with a fresh fruit salsa that’s light and delicious.

Fresh sweet blackberries give this barbecue sauce punch. It’s sweet and delicious drizzled on top of grilled pork tenderloin, ribs or chicken.

Fresh sweet blackberries give this barbecue sauce punch. It’s sweet and delicious drizzled on top of grilled pork tenderloin sliders.

Imagine a bubbly concoction of sparkling Prosecco white wine paired with soda water with the underlying flavor of oranges, herbs and spices.

A slight variation to the traditional Hemingway which uses grapefruit juice, his recipe uses freshly squeezed orange juice. 

Keep it cool this summer with this Greek avocado pasta salad featuring summer’s best vegetables. 

Summer is the season for sweet cherries. My cherry and honey ricotta tart is the perfect dessert that is easy to make and delicious.

Can a cookie really be healthy and still taste good? Yes it can! My healthy peanut butter banana cookies win the prize.

Bring the flavors of the Hawaiian islands to your table with these tasty grilled mint and honey Hawaiian pineapple shrimp skewers.

Fresh tomatoes, basil and mozzarella top these balsamic vinaigrette marinated chicken breasts. This delicious grilled chicken recipe is on the table in under 30 minutes.

Fresh shrimp grilled pink to perfection is the perfect source of protein for any summer salad. Toss in some nectar sweet blackberries, crunchy almonds and crumbled blue cheese for a lunch worthy meal. 

Hints of sweet melon flavored vodka swirled togetherness with fizzy ginger ale in a glass of crushed ice makes the perfect summer cocktail. 

My elderflower mojito is easier to make than a classic mojito cocktail because it does not require a simple syrup. It uses elderflower liqueur!

Enjoy a rainbow of vegetables in this easy-to-make summer pasta salad.

Enjoy juicy marinated grilled flank steak and summer’s sweet strawberries sprinkled on top of fresh greens. 

Are you ready to sink your teeth into one of the juiciest steak ever? This tender flank steak is full of flavor and just melts in your mouth.

No time for breakfast? Grab one of my berry banana smoothie pops on your way out the door.

Cool down on a hot summer day with a tart and sweet homemade lemon curd ice cream recipe. It’s a winning combination that reminds me of my childhood.

Salty and sweet, this watermelon chicken salad it’s a perfect way to enjoy a light lunch that’s packed with protein and vitamin C.

This recipe of grilled zucchini with feta and pine nuts makes grilling out easy and delicious.

Turn a fruity yogurt granola parfait into a special frozen treat that’s delicious for breakfast or a snack anytime of the day. 

Crispy zucchini, juicy tomato and fresh mozzarella are nestled in Prego® Farmers’ Market tomato sauce for the ultimate farm fresh dinner.

Add a little crunch to your morning routine by adding granola to your standard blueberry pancakes. 

There’s nothing like the sweet taste of coconut crusted shrimp baked to perfection and served with a sweet and tangy two ingredient sauce.

Fresh balsamic strawberries served on toasted crostini with a honeyed ricotta and fresh basil make the perfect party appetizer.

Enjoy the taste of coconut and pineapple in this Goombay Smash, a beach favorite cocktail of mine. 

Throw together a healthy Cobb salad with the leftovers in your fridge for an easy lunch or dinner.

This no bake strawberry ice box cake is made with vanilla wafers and screams SUMMER. This dessert is topped with sweet clouds of mascarpone flavored whipped cream and ruby red strawberries.

A 5-liter miniature oak barrel is the perfect size for accentuating the flavor of quality whiskeys and bourbons. If you’re a fan, then this Barrel-Aged Bourbon Manhattan cocktail is for you. It’s a twist on a classic.

Bring home the flavors of the Mediterranean in this easy and healthy chickpea salad.

This sandwich is all about the crabmeat – your getting plenty of bread via the roll. PLUS a $1000 Cash Giveaway!

Hey Dads! Get your kiddos involved in celebrating Mother’s Day this year by presenting mom with a special recipe the kids can make all on their own. 

Turn that oven off! Stay cool with my No Bake Key Lime Yogurt Graham Cracker Mini Pies. 

Turn an ordinary banana split into a delicious dessert you could only get at a gourmet restaurant. This one is love at first bite!

This flaky grouper recipe with lemon and herbs is intended for the grill. 

What could be better than potassium-rich plantains sautéed to a caramel-like deliciousness and tossed with sweet jasmine rice and fresh cilantro.

Transform last night’s leftover baked potatoes into a delicious breakfast with these cheesy Incredible Edible Egg & Potato Boats.

This cocktail is a delicate yet sweet and floral tasting martini that pairs together two great spirits, pear flavored vodka and St. Germain Elderflower liqueur. 

Add a little Mexican zing to your next batch of stuffed mushroom with the spicy flavor of fresh chorizo sausage and nutty Manchego cheese.  This melt in your mouth appetizer is perfect for your Cinco de Mayo party. 

The sweet syrup from red Anjou pears and the heat from the pecans add more flavor than you can even imagine to this simple healthy salad.  

Need an easy chicken dinner that grills up in a snap and is tender and juicy? Winner, winner – Chargrilled Lemon Garlic Chicken is for dinner. 

Delicious cold sesame noodles with a sweet and spicy peanut sauce comes together easily for a weeknight dinner with plenty for leftovers.

This ruby red grapefruit pie recipe is the best dessert to celebrate spring. It includes sweet grapefruit curd and pairs perfectly with the graham cracker crust.

Easter morning is busy so keep it simple with a one pan breakfast everyone will love. These top recipes from some of my blogger friends are sure to become family favorites.

Keep your plans simple with these delicious sides that serve up beautifully on your dinner table.

If pecan pie is a favorite dessert in your house then these bite-sized pecan tassies are sure to please. 

Cookies for breakfast? There’s no guilt if you’re eating these soft batch oatmeal carrot cake cookies. They’re sweetened with pure maple syrup and packed with healthy goodness. 

What could be more magically delicious than a bowl of Lucky Charms? My Pot O’Gold Milkshakes!

My Irish apple crumble is made with sweet apples and a buttery brown sugar oatmeal crumble and topped with whiskey whipped cream.

Imagine this: Gourmet coffee ice cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup and bubbly stout beer that is dark and creamy. Can you just taste it?

Create a colorful centerpiece that makes a statement using a rainbow of flowers and a variety of containers. You can turn an ordinary bouquet of flowers into something spectacular. 

Grilled romaine hearts take on a smokey flavor and are delicious with a drizzle of my homemade Caesar dressing. Grilled outdoors or inside using a skillet grill, you can enjoy this summer classic all year round.

Nourishing Whole Grain Smoothie with Pears, Blueberries & Bananas | www.homeandplate.com | Start your mornings by nourishing your body with wholesome goodness and fresh seasonal fruit.

Perk up your mornings with the nutty aroma of almonds and caramel by swapping in coffee creamer in place of milk in your favorite pancake or waffle recipe.

Create a delicious sharp cheddar broccoli chowder in under 30 minutes with this super easy recipe.

Transform a basic roasted whole chicken into something spectacular with a squeeze of ruby red grapefruit juice and a drizzle a sweet local honey. 

Fresh Cobia is served with a pan sauce of freshly squeezed blood oranges and tangy capers.

By roasting the broccoli and the other veggies in the salad with some dried herbs the taste is transformed into something fabulous.

Dark Chocolate Panna Cotta with Fresh Blackberries | www,homeandplate.com | It’s a creamy and silky dessert much like custard but more decadent.

Looking for a delicious and heart healthy dessert to serve your sweetie on Valentine’s Day?

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your sweetheart with a colorful arrangement of citrus on a bed of greens. This Winter Sweet Citrus Salad with Pomegranate & Pistachios says “I love you!” 

Let love inspire you this Valentine’s Day when baking cookies for the sweethearts in your life. These 10 Valentine cookies are the perfect way to say “I love you!”

Score rave reviews with your biggest fans at your next tailgate with these Sweet & Saucy Shredded Chicken Toppers featuring buttery RITZ® Crackers and Coke Zero.  

Valentine M&M Oatmeal Cookies | www.homeandplate.com | Surprise your sweetie this Valentine’s Day with something to satisfy their sweet tooth.

This easy chicken vegetable soup in the crock pot or on the stove top is chock full of vegetables, low in salt, low fat and high in protein.

The tart flavors of grapefruit and cranberries are swirled together with sweet elderflower liqueur and vodka in this perfect winter cocktail. 

My Better Than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice recipe uses five simple ingredients in one dish that packs protein and veggie goodness all in one.

The shrimp is pink and tender, the course grits are creamy and cheesy and the heat from the andouille sausage will warm your belly. 

These sparkling Cranberries are easy to roll in sugar and make the perfect garnish or topper for any cake, cupcake or cocktail.

The chicken is nestled in a cast-iron skillet in a flavorful white wine sauce and paired with honey gold bite-size potatoes and tender carrots.

Explore the colors of the rainbow with this low-sodium, high-fiber, healthy delicious dinner. My Wholesome Rainbow Couscous Stuffed Peppers are on the menu today!

Chock full of heart healthy oats, protein rich almonds and sunflower seeds, these crispy granola chocolate chip cookies are as healthy as cookies can be.

Leftover prime filet mignon from a tenderloin dinner is transformed into a hearty and rich beef barley soup that is steakhouse worthy. 

Tender chunks of potato, crispy bits of pancetta, summer sweet crisp corn. Couldn’t you go for a bowl of that right about now?

Tart, fresh cranberries citrusy pineapple, banana and orange juice are the perfect ingredients for this winter smoothie. 

Fresh apple cider spiked with brandy penetrates this pork loin with a sweet aromatic flavor.

Are you ready for some football? Choose from delicious drinks, appetizers, finger foods and game day grub when planning your game day party.

For this recipe Elderflower liqueur is the star of the show. It’s the perfect twist for this classic cocktail.

This recipe is sweet and tart and is the perfect option for any festive gathering. This cocktail is perfect for Christmas Day or your New Year’s eve party. 

Treat yourself to something delicious this holiday season featuring whole-grain goodness, fresh sweet strawberries and tangy lemon peel.

Each spoonful is bursting with the sweet and tart flavor of fresh tomatoes, the intense taste of the fruit sun dried at the height of ripeness and the salty smoky flavor of the bacon.

My Anjou Pear & Blackberry Salad with a Warm Bacon Vinaigrette is the perfect way to start any holiday meal.

These roasted butternut squash cubes are sweet from being tossed in maple syrup and are paired with crunchy toasted pecans and salty pancetta.

With this sweet and moist apple skillet pancake they’ll be no more waiting to flip the flap jacks.

This recipe is simple to make and just requires butter at room temperature, some fresh herbs from the garden or grocery and parchment paper or plastic wrap. 

Let me preface by saying there is nothing healthy about this spinach artichoke dip. It’s a guilty pleasure.

Make good use of leftover Thanksgiving turkey with this easy, saucy turkey mushroom stroganoff. 

This Gobble-Good soup is filling and hearty and makes great use of leftover turkey in a way that’s healthy and low calorie. 

Potato. Tater. Spud. Cupcake?

My Shredded Tater Cupcakes with Gruyere & Bacon is just my fancy way of saying shredded hash brown potatoes. 

I hate to throw away a banana just because it’s too ripe. When I have several I always throw them in the mixer and whip up a batch of my moist banana muffins with a streusel topping. 

Warm up during these chilly fall nights with a hot and soothing cocktail that takes regular apple cider and kicks it up a notch.

Looking for an easy smoothie recipe that can be whipped up in five minutes on a school morning that’s chock full of protein, fiber and potassium. My Healthy Blueberry Blast Yogurt Smoothie recipe is perfect for busy mornings.

These salt seared lamb chops promise to be fork tender and juicy.

This Buffalo Chicken Casserole with potatoes is a family favorite that combines cheesy potatoes with the spicy kick of buffalo wing sauce.

Doesn’t this soup sound delicious? Tender bits of carrot, freshly wilted spinach and juicy meatball morsels with orzo pasta in a flavorful chicken broth. 

This is the perfect fall salad that includes perfectly crisp apples with rotisserie chicken, pecans and crumbled goat cheese and topped with a homemade apple cider vinaigrette.

This Salted Caramel Apple Martini – fresh apple cider and caramel flavored vodka make up this fabulous fall drink.

Take a break from the traditional with this gourmet easy-to-make spicy sausage and sweet corn pizza.

What’s better than starting your morning off right with a healthy breakfast that’s packed with healthy nuts, oats and dried fruits. 

Get your kids into the Halloween spirit this year by putting them to work in the kitchen.   The whole family can help create these fun and delicious graveyard brownies which will be the envy of all the ghouls and goblins in the neighborhood.

Sweet pumpkin. Salted caramel. Put the two together and you have heaven in a cupcake.

The apples are warm and soft and the topping is sweet and crunchy. Enjoy this delicious fall dessert with or without a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Learn how to make apple cheddar quesadillas with sweet fall Honeycrisp apples, salty crisp bacon and sharp cheddar cheese. They make the perfect lunch or appetizer.

Buffalo Chicken Chili made in a slow cooker or on the stovetop is an easy recipe that combines two game day favorites in one.

There’s nothing like the sweet crunchy taste of Honeycrisp apples to bring on fall.

These marbled chocolate pumpkin brownies are swirled with two fall favorites – chocolate and pumpkin for an irresistible treat.

Creamy artichoke ravioli with wilted fresh spinach and caramelized mushrooms is tossed with tender grilled chicken.

Chicken cutlets dredged in Italian breadcrumbs and sauteed golden brown. Add fresh herbs and sherry soaked mushrooms and dinner is served.

Fall is apple and pear picking season. There’s no better time to enjoy the fruits of the harvest than with this deliciously sweet and savory Pear Tart with Goat Cheese, Rosemary & Honey. 

Put together an easy appetizer of Triscuit crackers, creamy brie cheese, salty prosciutto and sweet fig jam.

Oreo cookies are especially delicious when combined with chocolate brownies.

A salt block literally transforms the taste of anything you cook on it.

The secret to these classic crab cakes is that the succulent crab meat is mixed with just the right amount of crunchy Panko breadcrumbs. 

The taste of the Brie is buttery and creamy and melts quickly on the burger. The fig jam is the sweet condiment that binds the salty flavor of the bacon with the mild flavor of the meat. 

A hint of rosemary paired with raw honey and juicy, ripe peaches picked at the height of summer are puréed for this five star frozen yogurt recipe. 

Greek yogurt is the key ingredient in this basic, simple smoothie which takes no time to make.

Bring authentic Mexican flavors to your table this evening with this delicious Peach Pico de Gallo. 

This Peach yogurt parfait is loaded with homemade granola, sweet peaches and blueberries and creamy yogurt. It’s a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack.

Watermelon and lemonade are two great ways to stay cool during the dog days of summer.

This easy summer fruit tart is the perfect dessert for any dinner party. Peaches, strawberries and blueberries are the stars of this show.

This cocktail is tart yet sweet and easy to make with only four ingredients. This Tart Cherry Vodka Sour is on my happy hour menu!

Basil. Pine nuts. Olive oil. Parmesan. Add it to chicken. Basil Pesto Chicken Kebabs are served! 

Trays are a great accessory to decorate with. They add that special look to your decor. They are versatile too because they come in many different shapes and forms.

Angel Hair Pasta with Chicken can be whipped up for a mid week meal using rotisserie or leftover chicken, crunchy pine nuts and salty pancetta bacon.

Enjoy this classic French dessert. These peach tarts with goat cheese and honey showcase sweet peaches that caramelize beautifully and pair deliciously with warm goat cheese.

These ice pops promise that same summertime nostalgic feeling of biting into this sweet stone fruit. 

Sweet red and yellow tomatoes picked fresh from the vine and fragrant basil. Isn’t this what summer is all about. 

An angel food cake with amaretto flavored whipped cream topped with fresh blueberries, raspberries and blackberries is an easy-to-assemble dessert for any party or gathering.

Make a pork marinade with balsamic vinegar and brown sugar that infuses the meat for a taste that is sweet and full of flavor.

The salty bacon paired with tender spears of asparagus and fresh chargrilled chicken mixed in a creamy Alfredo sauce is completely restaurant worthy.

Sometimes you need a cocktail at 5 o’clock. But how many times have you gone to the liquor cabinet, opened it up and asked, “What should I make?”

The waffles and pancakes turn out crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They are delicious with pure maple syrup and fresh berries.

Leftover barbecued chicken paired with sweet and spicy barbecue sauce with fresh mozzarella cheese  =  Yum

Roasted squash, zucchini, red peppers and mushrooms tossed with orzo and fresh lemon juice. It’s a perfect side for any meat or seafood cooked on the grill. 

Return to your childhood by cooling off with a double scoop of Cotton Candy Ice Cream. This candy floss frozen treat will impress even the ice cream man!

The pairing of smoky hardwood bacon with the woodsy, earthy taste of baby Bella mushrooms completely transforms this delicious side dish. 

Make your small patio garden come alive this summer by using a variety of different sized pots and containers to add the right pops of color. 

This is the perfect time to pick up a good book and let it take you away to some imaginary place in time

I’m sharing the simple decorating ideas we used for our screened porch that defines our outdoor living space that we love so much. Keeping it simple and streamlined is key.

Sweet bites of watermelon paired with salty Pecorino Romano and meaty prosciutto makes for a simple yet bold appetizer.

This simple basic barbecue rub will lead to raving reviews for anything you grill. Trust me!

Captain Morgan’s rum and blackberry flavored ginger ale come together in this refreshing cocktail.

Fresh tomatoes and artichoke hearts cooked in a lemony white wine sauce makes for a tangy partner to this firm, low-fat whitefish.

Freshly squeezed limes mixed with a secret ingredient to deliver the world’s best Margarita. Arriba!

It’s time to get creative with lunch. I’ve got leftover turkey breast from the night before and I’ve decided to whip together some turkey salad sandwiches for the noon hour.

Sweet peppers, onion and jalapeno give this seafood dish the kick it needs and melds together beautifully.

A perfect appetizer for a neighborhood party, these fried ravioli are bound to be gobbled up.

I love historical fiction because it allows me to go back in time and “live through” a certain time period. 

This simple yet versatile recipe results in delicious and tender tasting pork roast that falls apart when you cut it. That’s my kind of pork. 

It’s Pow Wow carnival time at the elementary school.

The shrimp are sweet and the spaghetti is tangy. What’s not to love.

Fettuccine noodles in a creamy alfredo sauce with tender bits of Panko-crusted chicken is a perfect mid-week meal that you can prepare in under 30 minutes.

Pumpkin and chocolate come together in this moist and delicious fall dessert. Perfect for any party or holiday table!

Lemon and blackberry shortbread cookies are tangy and sweet and are the perfect sandwich cookie to celebrate the holidays.

Coming up with party ideas for the classroom can be a daunting task for parents but it doesn’t have to be. Pinterest is a wealth of ideas. Here is what we came up with this year.

You can’t go wrong serving this at the holiday table and you’ll be the talk of dinner. Brussel Sprouts never tasted so good.

Homemade turkey stuffing with sweet apples and salty bacon is a classic side dish that belongs on any holiday table.

Brine and roast your turkey for the juiciest most flavorful showstopper on your holiday table. Get step-by-step instructions and plenty of tips to make your Thanksgiving and Christmas the best meal of the year!

Pork tenderloin roasted in the oven or grilled on the barbie is a simple, easy meal that takes very little prep work. The pork is flavored with fresh rosemary and thyme from the garden and is wrapped in prosciutto.

Don’t be afraid to step out of the box with this midweek recipe. Wild-caught sockeye salmon is high in protein, vitamin D and Omega – 3 fatty acids. It’s a healthy choice for a mid week meal. And it just tastes so good.

This easy cheesy casserole hits the spot on a cold fall night. Can you say comfort food? What’s easier than tossing together tender bits of roasted chicken breast, hash brown potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese and your favorite mixed vegetables.

This favorite is assembled easily enough with store-bought rotisserie chicken or leftover turkey from Thanksgiving, a bag of your favorite frozen vegetables, refrigerated crusts and a few other pantry essentials.

Be the hero of your child’s classroom party this Halloween and volunteer to bring in a snack that is safe for all. My two ingredient allergy safe pumpkin muffins are easy to make and delicious.