Why We Love This Easy Banana Cake Recipe Bananas and Baking are a perfect pair. Ripe mashed bananas do wonders for the flavor and texture of cakes, sweet-breads, and even cookies! I am a fan of anything banana flavored, especially my banana cream pie. They add additional moisture, without watering down the batter, and their natural sweetness complements other flavors instead of overpowering them. Banana Pudding In some cases, you can even use bananas as a butter and sugar substitute for healthier baked goods....

Why We Love This Air Fryer Recipe So, hot dogs… It feels a little weird sharing a hot dog recipe. After all, you can drop them in boiling water, put them in the microwave, grill them, bake them, sizzle them in a skillet, the list goes on. I mean, seriously, there are so many easy ways to cook hot dogs, and on top of that, they’re technically already cooked! However, if you are an air fryer super fan (I’ve got my hand up) air frying hotdogs is the best method for you!...

Why We Love This Roast Beef Recipe It’s hard to pinpoint precisely why pot roast is always better when Mom makes it. The wow factor doesn’t come from fancy ingredients or cooking methods. Mom’s Best Beef Pot Roast is a humble classic-American roast with carrots, onions, and potatoes, that blow everyone else’s pot roast out of the water… In my opinion. My mom made her pot roast at least a couple times a month, throughout my entire childhood....

While you are here, also check out French baguette and Broccoli cheddar soup recipe. The weather is getting colder, and for me and my family, there is nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of soup. I hope it is the same for all of you. Learn how to make the best French onion soup recipe restaurant-worthy with basic and simple ingredients at home. What is French onion soup? French onion soup (soupe à l’oignon gratinée) is a classic French dish made with caramelized onions, stock, or broth (traditionally beef, but use anything of your choice)....

Recipe card What is a hummus dip? Hummus is a rich, smooth, creamy, flavorful dip made using chickpeas, olive oil, garlic cloves, lemon juice, and tahini paste. This dip is rich in plant-based protein, vegan, and gluten-free. Authentic hummus is not only easy to make at home but tastes better than store-bought. This is one of the popular foods in the United States, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean region. Serve it for any party or dinner with pita bread, chips, vegetables, or crackers....

Thyme has many beneficial uses in both culinary and therapeutic sense. This aromatic herb has been used since ages ago even for fragrance and healing. It has also been added to hot teas for that invigorating experience and to different dishes in cooking. Even today, thyme is ever popular for its culinary contribution especially in Italian dishes and other savory food. As for me, I love to use thyme in a variety of my recipes like sauces, seasoning mix, marinades, dressings, salads, and even bread....

Dubrovnik, Croatia. It isn’t the largest city in Croatia, but I bet it’s the town you’ve heard of. Located on the southern tip of Croatia, right on the Adriatic Sea, this fortified waterfront community is thought to be the most beautiful of all Croatia’s cities. Historically, Dubrovnik grew in wealth and power due to sea trade between 1100-1300 AD. At that time is was under Venetian rule. The ostentatious architecture and mindset of the Venetians played a large part in the makings of the city....

Why We Love This Easy Peach Cobbler with Bisquick It’s not summer in the South until the warm, gooey, sweet peach cobblers start showing up at the table. Potlucks, picnics, barbecues… Anytime family and friends are getting together, you’d better believe a comforting and share-worthy cobbler will be there as well. Cobblers are super simple to make and are terrific for customizing any number of ways. We’ve previously shared our slow cooker peach cobbler recipe, which is great to start in the morning and serve after dinner for dessert....

I couldn’t appreciate before the lovely flavor combination of broccoli and cheese until I tried this hearty Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole. But broccoli and cheese in a soup? Oh, you bet! Your friends and family would gladly pour another bowl of this soup. It simply has the right balance of milkiness, nuttiness and cheesiness. Incredibly amazing! How to Make Easy Broccoli Cheese Soup? Did I mention how easy this soup recipe can be?...

Broccoli Bacon Salad Broccoli Salad is a classic side dish that is a true crowd-pleaser all year long. However, I find we eat it most often in the summer when we are planning picnics and outdoor parties. The traditional southern blend of tiny broccoli florets, bacon pieces, and dried fruit kissed with a creamy slaw-style dressing has been around for decades. Some cooks add in seeds, nuts, onions, and other ingredients to provide additional flavor and crunch....

These flaky butter biscuits will take the top spot of any homemade biscuit recipe collection! Especially with their layers of buttery goodness and pillowy soft center. Sweet fruit jams, savory chicken or fish, and even peanut butter and jelly all love being in a biscuit! ❤️ Ingredient List How to Make Butter Biscuits Make the Biscuit Dough Dry Ingredients – Sift flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl....

In Cameroon, my home country, cabbage egusi soup is quite popular. Many people even call it their absolute favorite stew! With only a few ingredients, it makes the perfect accompaniment to any starchy side, IMO. It’s also pretty easy to customize. You can choose your favorite protein, add as much or as little cabbage as you like, and adjust the spices per your preferences. I love recipes like that! They’re incredibly nutritious, being high in protein and healthy oil....

A real holiday classic, isn’t it? Every year, this cheese ball is what my son, nephews, and nieces are waiting for. While we adults are preparing for the other dishes, the children (and some of the adults, too!) enjoys spreading their favorite crackers, veggies, bread, and fruits with this ballin’ goodness. That’s why I make sure to prepare it right before they arrive. The best part, you can make it in less than 30 minutes!...

Why We Love This Chinese Chicken and Garlic Sauce By now I’m sure you are well aware that quick and easy dinners definitely do not have to be boring. In fact, some of my favorite meals are ready in under 30 minutes. However, for a truly amazing dinner, there is no denying that marinating the protein for 30+ minutes really kicks up the flavor of the entire dish… While this does add a bit more time to prep, there is no actual extra effort needed....

Chitterlings (affectionately called chitlins in the South) is a staple West African food. My aunt’s famous chitlins, spiced up with tomatoes, leeks, ginger, and hot peppers, stood out on the dinner table. Everyone would crowd around the table, waiting to get their hands on the bowl. Chitterlings may now be a gourmet specialty people rarely make at home, but they’re still comfort food to me. And, of course, when I moved to the States, I learned to make them the Southern way....

Chocolate Brownies are undoubtedly the dessert that disappears most quickly at home. It’s only on rare occasions that a pan of brownies lasts more than 24 hours. This failproof simple brownie recipe always yields results near perfection. The fudgy, gooey, dark chocolate brownies are the result. Ingredients Required Butter: The unsalted butter gives the brownies a rich texture and taste. Make sure it’s melted and at room temperature. Chocolate: Use Unsweetened or bittersweet, or semi-sweet DARK CHOCOLATE....

Holiday Cookie Recipes It’s officially Holiday Season. Time to focus on family, friends, giving of yourself, and creating memories. We all have different traditions and ideas of what makes this season special. Some prepare a ceremonial meal each Christmas Eve. Others have a candlelight walk through the neighborhood. Some trudge through the snow each year to cut a fresh tree, others hide an Elf on the Shelf. Some leave their shoes out to be blessed on December 6th, others make potato latkes and brisket....

Also, try our flourless apple pudding and old-fashioned apple fritters. Traditional Cinnamon Rolls Traditionally, cinnamon rolls are made from sheets of yeast-leavened dough over which a layer of butter is spread and then sprinkled with cinnamon sugar. The dough is then rolled into a log, cut into pieces of the desired thickness, and baked. Cinnamon rolls are also known as cinnamon swirls, cinnamon danish, cinnamon snail, or cinnamon buns. These sweet rolls are popularly served for breakfast or dessert in Northern Europe (mainly in Scandinavia) and North America....

Oat pudding tastes the best when served chilled, but you can also serve it warm at room temperature. Are you looking for a healthy dessert to serve for your next party? Then check out this recipe. When consumed in moderation, this oat pudding dessert is also diabetic-friendly and beneficial for weight loss, thyroid, and PCOS. Coconut oat pudding is very similar to ragi manni or finger millet custard. After making ragi manni at home, it had become everyone’s favorite....

Nothing says summer like a giant crawfish boil dumped out over newspaper on a picnic table. Am I right? Bright red crawdads, complemented by yellow corn, potatoes, and smoked sausage, and you’ve got a meal that will delight all your senses. This spicy crawfish boil recipe is the best way to take advantage of crawfish season, and believe you me, it always draws a crowd. My family, extended family, friends, and neighbors are always ready to drop by when they know this iconic Louisiana delicacy is on my menu....