45 Cinco de Mayo Recipes for Your Festivities
Yes, yes. Cinco de Mayo is not the holiday we make it out to be in the United States. We've been over this before. Still, who am I to rain on…
45 Recipes for Memorial Day
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial intro to the summer season. Opened with picnics and parades, we welcome the warm days ahead while honoring…
Bacon and Chicken Avocado Ranch Pizza
Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Toufayan Bakeries. As always, all opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that…
Bacon Chili with Peppers
For the final day of the #PepperParty, I decided to make a variation of my friend's Paleo Bacon Chili. Hers is already pretty darn good, but…
Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies
There was a time in my life when I believed that bacon didn't belong in desserts. I know, it's unimaginable. My first foray into bacon-laden sweets…
Bacon Cinnamon Buns
Today was a wrap-yourself-in-a-blanket day. Not because it was a lazy Sunday. No, if only it were that easy. But rather, taking advantage of the time…
Bacon Frangelico Toffee for A Shower for Marnely!
“And …I said YESSSSS!” It happened one November midnight, in Twitterverse, we saw this tweet from our dear Nelly... Without missing a beat, we…
Bacon Jam: Awesome Sauce, in the Flesh. The Piggy Flesh
You've heard the phrase "awesome sauce" before, right? This is it right here. In the flesh. The piggy flesh. Bacon jam might sound like a practical…
Bacon Maple Ale Ice Cream
Welcome to #IceCreamWeek! Kim of Cravings of a Lunatic and Jen of Juanita's Cocina have teamed up with more than 20 of their blog friends to bring…
Bacon S’Mores Popcorn
Disclosure: I was compensated by Jones Dairy Farm for developing this recipe. All opinions and photos remain my own. Thank you for supporting the…
Bacon Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Blue Cheese…or Little Bites of Heaven
Dates freak me out a little. They remind me of the cockroach exhibit at the Bronx Zoo, where you can pretend to walk amongst them. I have no idea why…
Baked Ranch Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
Disclosure: As a Sabra Tastemaker, I was compensated for this post. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make…
Baked Ziti
Temperatures have dropped and leaves are changing--it's starting to feel like Fall around here. Cool weather like this calls for hearty meals. Food…
Beef Bolognese
As you can probably tell, I love to bake. It's my escape from life's problems, my chance to create and share with the world. Cooking, on the other…
Brats with Onions and Peppers
Disclosure: This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of GE Appliances. The opinions and text are all mine. I've said it before and…
Breakfast Ham and Cheese Risotto
Disclosure: I was compensated by Jones Dairy Farm for developing this recipe and writing this post. As always, all opinions remain my own. Thank you…
Breakfast Lasagna: A Great Use for Leftover Ham!
Disclosure: I was compensated by Jones Dairy Farm for developing this recipe and writing this post. As always, all opinions remain my own. Thank you…
Broccoli Salad with Bacon
Woman cannot live on cake alone. Every once in a while, some veggies must pass our lips, too. At least bacon makes it better. The first time I saw…
Broccoli Salad Wrap
This Broccoli Salad Wrap brings your favorite salad on the run, making it easier for you to keep up with the fast pace of life. Thanks to my new…
Brunch Casserole
I've never been much of an egg person: at least, not in my recallable life. I've been told I enjoyed them as a child in just about any fashion you…
Buffalo Beans with Cherrywood Smoked Bacon
Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All photos and opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help…
Buffalo Chicken Dip
We were introduced to Buffalo Chicken Dip at a friend's party a couple years ago. On the eve of one of the mogul skiing competitions at our local…
Canadian Bacon and Cheese Savory Tarts
Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make this…
Candied Bacon
Bacon... those tasty strips of piggy flesh that could bring a man to his knees, weeping for joy. Thick or thin, crispy or chewy, there's just no way…
Cheeseburger Lettuce Wraps
The start of the kids' April vacation came with parent-teacher conferences. For some, this is probably a stressful time--what a way to begin what…
Cheeseburger Quesadilla Deluxe
Disclosure: As a Sabra Tastemaker, I was compensated for this post, as well as provided with free product. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for…
Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas
Weeknights are a little crazy. Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas are quick and easy, giving you more time to spend with your loved ones. This post is…
Chicken, Corn and Black Bean Burritos
Disclosure: This recipe for Chicken, Black Bean and Corn Burritos was developed in collaboration with Toufayan Bakeries, who sponsored this post. As…
Chilaquiles
I developed this recipe for Chilaquiles in partnership with TABASCO, who compensated me for this post. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for…
Chorizo Tacos with Sabra Veggie Fusions South-Western Guacamole
Disclosure: This is a compensated post written on behalf of Sabra. All opinions remain 100% my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support…
Cilantro Chicken Thighs and Refrigerator Mashed Potatoes
In my family, when there's a special occasion, someone better bring the Refrigerator Mashed Potatoes. It's just not Thanksgiving or Easter without…
Cracked Peppercorn Ranch Chicken Wraps
I love a good sandwich. Growing up, my dad was a master sandwich maker. All he had to do was ask and I was game. I'd watch as he toasted bread and…
Festive Fall Sliders with KING’S HAWAIIAN ® Dinner Rolls
Sliders may seem like a summer grilling weather kind of thing, but we enjoy them year-round. All you need are a seasoned cast iron pan and a medium…
Garlic Mashed Potatoes Pizza
Have you heard about Simply Potatoes' 5 Ingredient Fix Recipe Contest? All you have to do is come up with a 5-ingredient recipe featuring one of…
Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken over Creamy Spinach Pasta
Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All photos and opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help…
Grilled Ham and Pineapple Sliders with Homemade Barbecue Sauce
Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make this…
Hoisin Glazed Bone-In Ham
I am grateful to Jones Dairy Farm for providing me with this gorgeous bone-in, fully cooked ham so I could develop this holiday ham recipe for you.…
Honey Mustard Hummus Chicken and Ham Sandwich
Disclosure: This recipe for Honey Mustard Hummus Chicken and Ham Sandwich was written in partnership with Sabra, who sponsored this post. All…
Individual Beef Wellington
I am not much of a fan of reality TV. There's very little that's real about them, to start.I also don't like how they're intended to play the…
Irish Nachos: Because You Need Something to Go with Your Guinness!
Man cannot live on beer alone. And while many attempt this feat on St. Patrick's Day, it helps to have something in your stomach to keep you from…
Italian Meatloaf
Disclosure: I developed this recipe in partnership with Gourmet Garden, who compensated me for this post. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for…
Italian Stuffed Peppers
I've joined Divemex and a bunch of my fellow bloggers to celebrate all things bell pepper in a #PepperParty like no other! We'll be sharing…
Jalapeño and Canadian Bacon Breakfast Quesadillas
Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that rock my…
Jones Sausage and Spinach Stuffing + Stuffing & More
Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make this…
Lazy Lasagna…Not So Lazy
When it comes to dinner, I often run out of steam, too worn out from the day to care much about what goes on everyone's plates before bedding down…
Loaded Baked Potato Dip
I hear there's a big game this weekend. Something about football? American football, I believe... You got me! I'm not much of a sports fan. I don't…
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Disclosure: OXO provided me with the potato ricer and zester used to prepare this recipe. No further compensation was received. All opinions remain…
Maple Bacon Whoopie Pies
There are few things in life that aren't accentuated by the addition of bacon. Hair would be one. Shoes would be another. But just about any food's…
Maple Bourbon Bacon Blondies
Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make this…
Maple Sausage Cornmeal Muffins
I'm really on a roll here this week. It's good to be back in action! When I happened upon the #baketogether tag earlier in the week on Twitter, I was…
Mini Quiche Bites and A Baby Shower for Omeletta!
Did you hear the news? Ruthy of Omeletta--one of my friends from First on the First--is having a baby! And today, we're throwing her a virtual baby…
No-Fry Chicken Parmesan Enchiladas
I was recently contacted by Ragú® and asked if I wanted to put a new spin on an old classic recipe. What a fantastic idea! While we have our top…
Old Time Beef Stew
There will always be certain meals that make fantastic leftovers. Given an extra night in the fridge, the flavors create this dimension absent upon…
Pan-Roasted Maple Dijon Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
I developed this recipe for Pan-Roasted Maple Dijon Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts with Bacon in collaboration with Side Delights, who compensated me…
PB&J Grilled Cheese
Did you know that April is National Grilled Cheese month? An entire month devoted to that melty, cheesy goodness from childhood! As far as I'm…
Peanut Butter & Bacon Cookies
It's pretty widely known that Elvis Presley was quite fond of unusual food combinations, peanut butter and banana sandwiches being one often…
Pepperoni Pizza Hummus #ad #UnofficialMeal
Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Sabra. As always, all opinions remain 100% my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make Poet in…
Pizza Hummus Biscuit Waffles
Disclosure: As a Sabra Tastemaker, I was given free product and compensated for this post. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the…
Pizza Lunch Box Kits
For as long as my kids have been attending public school, I have fielded the repeated question of why I will not buy them those easy lunch box kits…
Prosecco-Brown Sugar Glazed Bone-In Ham
Disclosure: Jones Dairy Farm sent me a semi-boneless, fully-cooked ham for this post and will be providing the product for the giveaway, as well. No…
Red Beans and Rice (with Chicken Andouille Sausage)
Yes, I know, Mardi Gras was 2 days ago. I'm late to the party again. But hear me out... because every day can be Party Gras. No need to save it all…
Sausage Kale Potato Casserole
Looks good, doesn't it? Alright, it's not the "healthiest" concoction. But I promise you, the kale balances out the other stuff. And if you…
Sausage Pancake Sandwiches
Sausage Pancake Sandwiches will put a smile on any face at your breakfast table! As a Jones Dairy Farm Blog Ambassador, I was compensated for this…
Sausage Stuffed Pepper Soup
Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make this…
Sopressata and Genoa Salami Calzone
I have a serious problem. When others are getting changed into their jammies, settling down with a book in their beds, I find myself in the kitchen,…
Steamed Bacon Buns
I have a confession to make: the first time I ate a steamed (pork) bun was last year. March, to be exact, when I attended the Tourism Australia…
Strawberry Jam Cheeseburgers
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Pepperidge Farm® in conjunction with Blog Meets Brand and I have been compensated for my participation. All…
Sweet and Spicy Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, Broccoli, and Asparagus
Disclosure: I developed this recipe for Sweet and Spicy Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, Broccoli, and Asparagus in partnership with TABASCO, who…
Sweet and Spicy Candied Bacon (aka Pig Candy)
Disclosure: I developed this recipe for Sweet and Spicy Candied Bacon (aka Pig Candy) in partnership with TABASCO, who compensated me for this post.…
Teriyaki Meatball Farro
It's no secret that I am more of a baker than a cook. I like having parameters, guidelines: I like having a formula. Not only is this comforting, but…
Tex-Mex Lasagna
This Tex-Mex Lasagna is a riff off the Italian classic, featuring flour tortillas, cheese, and Sabra Southwestern Style Salsa, of course. While I was…