FavoritePinShare Apple Dump Cake is a sweet and savory warm apple dessert that is pure goodness! Easy to dump all ingredients together and enjoy an irresistible fall treat. Apples are in season and these desserts are delicious! For more apple favorites, try this Caramel Apple Slab Pie, Apple Skillet Cake or Old Fashioned Apple Cobbler. Easy Apple Dump Cake Fall is upon us and apples are falling from trees. This favorite apple dump cake is perfect to enjoy this fall....

Apples are a sweet, simple fruit choice in many diets. On keto, though, not all produce is worth the time — or the carbs. So, are apples keto? We’ll cover all your questions about apples on keto here, including carbs in apples and a few surprising recipes. Need more help determining whether foods are keto friendly? Use this handy keto food list. And if you’re totally new to keto, use this keto guide to get started right....

We survived Snowzilla 2016! ⛄️ It’s not like it was hard, since I didn’t step a foot out of my apartment. My husband, on the other hand, had to walk our dog 3 times, go to the pharmacy (to buy milk so we could make hot chocolate) and then go outside with a thermal of hot chocolate for the two poor guys who were working non-stop in our building’s courtyard....

FavoritePinShare Avocado, Tomato and Cucumber Arugula Salad is fresh, delicious and light and packed with amazing flavor! Tossed in a tangy lemon glaze and topped with feta cheese, you won’t be able to get enough! Fresh garden ingredients and summertime happiness all in one bowl! If you love salads try this Italian Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad, Chilled Cucumber Tomato Salad, Farro Caprese Salad or Creamy Cucumber Salad. Avocado, Tomato and Cucumber Arugula Salad I am happy to report that I survived the move this weekend....

Also, did I mention it’s wrapped in bacon? Boneless, skinless chicken breasts have the (often justified) reputation for being mouth-suckingly dry and bland. I’ve even had ones that are weirdly rubbery! It’s a shame because chicken breasts are inexpensive, widely available, and a healthy source of protein. They are also mild enough to appeal to picky eaters and versatile enough to take on just about any flavor profile. Over the last few weeks, I’ve been on Mission Chicken Redemption....

Ready for the quick little bite that is both healthy and tasty? Bacon wrapped green beans are it! Green bean bundles wrapped in bacon brown sugar are a little crunchy, a little salty, and a little sweet – they’ve got everything going for them. When you get tired of plain roasted green beans (which are still totally delicious!) or just want them in appetizer form, make these fun bundles of green beans with bacon instead....

Happy New Year, friends! I think I told you this before, but Lebanese cuisine is really popular down in Brazil. So Kibbeh (or Quibe/Kibe in Portuguese) always makes the menu in our homes. I know it always did in mine! (My mom was even eating a slice of kibbeh when she was pregnant with me and her water broke and she had to run to the hospital. I know that because they always tell the story about how she dropped her arm with the kibbeh and our dog Apple started eating it!...

These oven baked pork chops feature layers upon layers of flavor that make them especially tasty. They are first quickly browned over a fairly high heat to get a tasty crust. An aromatic dry rub is applied to give the pork chops their amazing flavor. Finally, the chops are drizzled with a delicious browned garlic butter that give them even more taste and flavor. How to bake these pork chops?...

No one can say no to a delectable banana split. Ice cream, bananas, cherries, nuts, cream – it’s the ultimate summer dessert! The only problem is the serving size. It’s great for sharing, sure, but what if you’re eating it on your own? The ice cream starts to melt and you’re barely halfway through it! With this cake version, there’s no need to worry about the ice cream melting. You can enjoy the goodness of a banana split, minus the need to eat it in a rush....

Fast cooking, amenable to whatever vegetables are lurking in your fridge, and ultra family-friendly (Beef! Noodles! Yummy sauce!), this simple noodle stir fry is dinner tonight and lunch tomorrow… assuming you don’t polish it all off in one sitting. It’s easy to do. Healthy stir fry recipes make an appearance at least once a week around these parts. Keep a few staples like garlic and soy sauce on hand, along with instant flavor-makers like hoisin (the rough equivalent of Asian barbecue sauce) and sesame oil, and a nutritious dinner is never more than 30 minutes away, fewer if you are super speedy or use frozen vegetables....

My Beef Tips in the Crockpot with gravy is a hearty crockpot meal of tender beef round chunks and creamy mushroom gravy! This is an easy slow cooker recipe you will love after a long day or on a cold night. Perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, rice, or even egg noodles. Best Crockpot Beef Tips and Gravy Out of everything I make for my family, slow cooker meals like this beef tips recipe may be my favorite....

FavoritePinShare Egg Rolls – make your favorite takeout appetizer at home now! It’s incredibly easy, they freeze well and taste absolutely amazing! We have a ton of egg roll variations on the site. Try our southwest chicken egg rolls, avocado egg rolls, or egg roll noodle skillet with pork! Are you always ordering egg rolls when you get takeout? Me too! We do a double batch because I can finish 20 in one sitting....

Lately, I’ve been wanting this blog to be more than just a place I share my recipes and food stories. I want to also share tidbits of my life with you guys! Talk about books I’ve read, what’s happening in the world, my dog, my married life, New York City and everything above and beyond the kitchen. If you’re here solely for recipes, you can browse through my other posts and you will probably find lots of delicious things to cook....

Its heavenly aroma is the perfect scent to wake up to on a cold Saturday morning. And, thanks to Bisquick, you need not be an expert in the kitchen. With a few basic pantry ingredients, you can whip up this timeless coffee cake in no time. Pair it with a cup of coffee and you’ve got the perfect breakfast! Tips & Tricks For Making the Best Coffee Cake For those who have never had this cake before, you might be surprised to learn that it does not contain coffee....

FavoritePinShare BLT Tortellini Pasta Salad is your favorite sandwich turned into a delicious refreshing salad you can share with others. This salad is so easy to make and perfect for serving at warm weather gatherings. With loads of bacon, crisp Romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and cheese filled tortellini, it’s sure to be a hit! Spring is finally here! The outside barbecue potlucks will be in full swing before you know it and this BLT Tortellini Pasta Salad needs to be present....

It feels fitting to be sharing this maple bacon Breakfast Burger in honor of Father’s Day, because the two meals I most remember my own dad cooking are lazy weekend breakfasts and grilled hamburgers. Father’s Day is bittersweet for me. I lost my dad in a tragic accident 10 years ago, and this weekend is one of the times when I miss him most. I’d give anything to have him here to fire up the grill with me on Sunday, but since that cannot be, I’ve found other ways to feel close to him....

Yes, I miss the croissants and the macarons and stopping into fine cheese shops just because we could, but what fills me with the greatest nostalgia is the long, leisurely café lunch. Every afternoon, Ben and I would pick a different Paris neighborhood, wander into whichever cozy café caught our eye, then settle in for a two-hour meal with glasses of wine and our books. We’d chat, people watch, and marvel at just how fabulous doing absolutely nothing can be....

Fortunately, you can freeze fudge and enjoy it for up to a year! While fudge stored at room temperature will last up to two weeks, it’s better if you freeze it to preserve its taste and texture. Want to know how to properly store, freeze and thaw your fudge? Well, keep scrolling! How to Freeze Fudge If you want your fudge around for several months, and even up to a year, follow these simple tips: Do not freeze hot fudge....

FavoritePinShare A delicious and simple to salad with fresh sliced pears, avocado, cranberries and feta cheese. Drizzled with a lemon poppyseed dressing this salad is mouthwatering and full of flavor! Hey everyone! Chelsea from Chelsea’s Messy Apron back with a delicious and easy salad for you all to try. 🙂 I’ve recently discovered just how delicious canned fruit can be in a salad! Particularly in spinach or mixed green salads. It’s great for when the fruit you are wanting isn’t quite in season or you are looking to add some flavor/nutrients to a salad QUICK....

On keto, you’ll quickly learn how easily you can fit meats like chicken wings, bacon, and turkey into your lifestyle. But what about seafood? Is salmon keto friendly? Are there even any carbs in salmon? Let’s take a closer look at nutrients and macros in salmon, and whether it works for a low carb lifestyle. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy....