Think you don't like kale salad? We've got 9 crazy delicious kale salads that will change your mind and have everyone asking for seconds! If you think you don't like kale, these recipes will change your mind! Kale salads can be tender, delicious, and full of flavor. Plus they are so good for you. We've got 9 crazy good kale salads that could make anyone a kale lover- even kids. The Tuscan ...
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The BEST Raspberry Jam (with Frozen Berries) Plus 3 Fabulous Raspberry Jam Tarts
This fresh, beautiful raspberry freezer jam, prepared with fresh or frozen berries takes less than 10 minutes of hands-on time. Use it to make three of the most delicious raspberry jam tarts that will stay permanently on your favorite-desserts list! I just made a batch of our Easy Raspberry Freezer Jam using some frozen berries I had picked up at the grocery store. Within 30 minutes I had 6 jars ...
Read More →12 One-Bowl Muffin Recipes Worth Getting Out of Bed For
12 of our favorite bakery-style muffin recipes! They come together with just one bowl, no mixer needed and are crazy good. Switch up your breakfast routine with these easy and delicious muffin recipes! Whether you're looking for a healthier weekday muffin or a weekend treat for guests, we've got you covered. These are beautiful, bakery-style muffins that are even more delicious than they ...
Read More →Italian Lemon Curd Ricotta Crumb Cake (Torta Sbrisolona)
This Lemon Curd Ricotta Crumb Cake is a fabulous, four-layer Italian dessert. The crust and crumb topping are made from the same sweet, buttery dough, making it quick and easy; no special equipment is needed! Ever since I posted our delicious Italian Raspberry Jam Ricotta Crumb Cake, a few weeks ago, I've been smitten with the thought of ricotta crumb cake. A zillion recipe variations have ...
Read More →Escape to the Sunny Mediterranean with these 12 Fresh, Delicious Recipes!
Fresh, healthy and delicious! These are 12 of our favorite Mediterranean-inspired recipes that everyone will love. As I write this post it's gray and cold and I'm longing for warmer, brighter, sunshiny days. You too? While we wait, Mediterranean cuisine is a wonderful way to add some freshness to these winter days. It's bright, fresh and healthy- all things that sound really great right ...
Read More →Chicken Soup, It’s Good For The Soul! 13 Easy Recipes From Around the Globe
Did you know that chicken soup is an iconic symbol of comfort all around the world? Check out these 13 delicious chicken soup recipes from here, there and everywhere! They're the perfect way to spread the love! When the cold winds blow, so many of us enjoy and appreciate a delicious bowl of chicken soup. There's something comforting about this universally beloved soup that evokes smiles and warm ...
Read More →No Need to Knead! 12 Easy Bread Recipes
12 easy no-knead bread recipes that anyone can make. We'll walk you through each step; the result is beautiful, homemade bread! Have you ever made homemade bread? Once you try it, you'll never go back to store-bought! These no-knead recipes require just a few minutes of hands-on time and yield beautiful homemade bread. Each recipe has lots of tips and tricks to ensure success. There's ...
Read More →20-Minute Candied Walnut Fantasy Fudge
This melt-in-your-mouth-delicious fantasy fudge is silky smooth, studded with sweet-salty candied walnuts and is super easy to make! If you check The Café recipe archives you'll find lots of delicious fudge variations but I think this classic chocolate fantasy fudge with candied walnuts (an easy but gourmet twist) just might be my favorite version ever!
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Ridiculously Easy Chocolate Caramel Turtle Bark
This 20-minute Turtle Bark, a delicious modern twist on the classic chocolate shop favorite, is sweet, salty and irresistibly delicious! It's pretty as a picture and the free printable labels make it perfect for gifting! This Chocolate Caramel Turtle Bark has been evolving over the past month. It started with a New York Times recipe for Pistachio Chocolate Bark that I made for a dinner party a ...
Read More →Slow-Braised Sunday Sauce - An Italian Grandmother Favorite!
This fabulous Slow-Braised Sunday sauce requires only 30 minutes of hands-on time and will transform your kitchen into a fragrant Italian trattoria! If you've never heard of Sunday Sauce, you're in for an incredible Italian dinner treat! I've served this several times over the past few weeks, first to Scott then to family and friends. Everyone has given it a huge thumbs up. Our 7 year-old ...
Read More →12 Easy Dinner Ideas for a Delicious Valentine Date Night at Home!
Skip the crowds and expensive restaurants and enjoy Valentine's Dinner at home with these 12 date night-worthy dinner ideas! Valentine's Day is right around the corner. We love celebrating the day with a really great meal at home. It's a great excuse to make something a little different than your everyday dinner. Plus you get to avoid crowded restaurants and enjoy quality time with ...
Read More →9 Cupid-Approved Valentine Shortbread Recipes
These Valentine Shortbread Recipes are perfect for sharing with friends, neighbors, teachers, co-workers, etc. They're all easy (one-bowl, no-mixer) recipes that always bring smiles of delight! I honestly can't think of many people who don't love shortbread. It seems that it's always a winning choice and a delicious way to share a little love and cheer for Valentine's Day. We've got a fun ...
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