Although Peruvian food may not be as popular in the United States as Mexican, Italian, Chinese, or Greek food, Peruvian chefs take their cooking seriously. As such, a proper Peruvian meal includes traditional appetizers, followed by the main course and usually dessert. Peruvian food dates back to the year 6,000 B.C. As such, many of the ingredients you’ll find in these Peruvian appetizers include some of the everyday staples of ancient Peru: corn, beans, and peppers....

Creme de cacao is a cacao-based liqueur with notes of rich chocolate and vanilla. It goes all the way back to the 1600s, and it could possibly be one of the first-ever alcoholic beverages ever made! So it’s no surprise why this chocolatey spirit is an essential component of many cocktail recipes. On this list, I’ll give you a rundown of all the greatest ever chocolate-flavored cocktails. From the milkshake-like mudslide to the fancy golden Cadillac, these cocktails will surely tickle your chocolate-loving tastebuds....

There are many holidays during which it would make sense for you to celebrate with red cocktails; Valentine’s Day, Christmas, and the Fourth of July are just a few. And as is the case with all cocktails, you won’t even need a specific occasion to enjoy them. Maybe you just want something bright and eye-catching, or perhaps you’re a huge fan of fruity drinks. With a few exceptions, most red cocktails are incredibly fruity....

When you think of Mexican food, your mind probably goes to tacos, burritos, empanadas, and more. While all those things are delicious, some of these soup recipes put them to shame. These soups are phenomenal, full of perfectly seasoned beef, tender veggies, lean chicken, corn, and more. You’ll find plenty of “traditional” Mexican ingredients in these soups – beans, rice, potatoes, garlic, chili powder, and other tasty things. If you like mild soup with lots of flavors but no heat, you’ll probably enjoy the Mexican vegetable soup....

I know that I just offered a whole slew of amazing Cajun recipes, but I had so many left to share! And no, it’s not just adding Cajun seasoning to some chicken dip! These are tried-and-true, classically southern appetizers that will knock your socks off. I can’t wait anymore. Let’s just dive right into this of 20 crazy-good Cajun appetizers so you can get right into the kitchen! 1. Easy Cajun Shrimp Toast Appetizers How often do you see a platter of scrumptious shrimp toast appetizers?...

Mandarin oranges are a tropical citrus fruit, smaller and sweeter than the typical orange. Easy to peel and bursting with bright flavor, they’re a great addition to all sorts of meals and snacks. Have them for breakfast in a healthy smoothie or mandarin orange pancakes. Eat them for lunch in a blueberry mandarin broccoli salad or a tasty mandarin and prosciutto bruschetta. Get your orange on at dinner with a fun and flavorful spinach and mandarin pizza....

FavoritePinShare 20 Minute Skillet Blackened Shrimp Fajitas are such an easy and flavorful meal packed with blackened shrimp, peppers and onion. This classic meal is perfect served up in tortillas with avocado and chopped cilantro! My life is all about the easy meals lately. Actually with four kids I think it has always been about the easy meals! ? But I love how you can make an amazing dinner that doesn’t require a lot of work and effort and is packed with so much flavor....

Who says you can’t satisfy your sweet tooth with a boost of protein? Protein is one of the building blocks of life. It’s an essential macronutrient that’s important for muscle building, tissue repair, and even feeling satiated. However, it’s not always easy to eat the recommended daily dose. That’s why I’m all for high protein desserts! Sure, desserts aren’t exactly the healthiest choice. But it’s all about moderation. This roundup has it all from healthy plant-based desserts to indulgent chocolatey treats....

Who says you need to limit your popcorn to butter, cheese, and barbecue? While there’s nothing wrong with classic flavors, it’s also nice to experiment with new ones. When it comes to popcorn flavors, there are so many choices the culinary world has to offer! From everything bagel to wasabi and ginger to chocolate chip cookie, you’ll never run out of fantastic options. Why be basic when you can be awesome?...

Brazil is hosting the Olympics this year, which start at the beginning of August, so I thought I would put together a compilation of delicious and authentic Brazilian recipes for you. You know, in case you wanna eat like an Olympian… 😉 Most of the recipes below are mine, but since there are a bunch of classics that I don’t yet have in my collection, I went ahead and found some equally amazing Brazilian recipes from blogger friends so I could at least cover the basics....

Brothy soups are your best line of defense against chilly weather and winter colds, but they’re also great year-round. The trick is loading up clear broth with seasonal ingredients to fit your mood and time of year. Think garden-fresh pho for the spring and mushroom soup for the fall. Whether you’re looking for something meaty or full of veggies, all these broth based soups are sure to keep you satisfied....

FavoritePinShare Addicting Bean Dip is thick and rich beans with a creamy, cheesy blend of savory and a kick of salsa and taco seasoning all mixed together and topped with refreshing tomatoes, olives and cilantro for a colorful and fun dish! All you need to do is bring on the chips! This appetizer will have you dipping all night long. If you love dipping try these Insanely Delicious Hot Crab Dip, Spicy Kielbasa Chili Dip or The Best Buffalo Chicken Dip....

If you are not familiar with Cornish game hens they are basically small chickens. They are a cross between the Cornish Hen and White Plymouth Rock breed of chicken. Find this recipe along with over 35 others for the ULTIMATE list of Air Fryer Thanksgiving Recipes. They mature faster than regular chicken, and are rarely more than 2 pounds. Because they are younger than chickens, they have less fat and more white meat and less dark meat....

FavoritePinShare Air fryer potato skins are a quick and easy appetizer or side dish that everyone will love! Leftover baked potatoes turn into crispy and tender potato skins loaded with cheese, bacon crumbles, sour cream, and green onions. This homemade potato skin recipe makes the perfect appetizer for game day. They taste just like TGI Fridays but better because they’re easy enough to cook in your air fryer. A few more of my go-to appetizers are jalapeño poppers, these little smokies, and easy air fryer egg rolls....

With only a handful of ingredients, you can whip up these air fryer potatoes in no time. In 12 minutes or less, they are ready to serve on any and all kinds of occasions. Now that’s what I call a perfect side dish. Air Fryer Potatoes Recipe This is a family friendly appetizer or snack that will be enjoyed by all age groups. They are great because they can be made in small batches, so you don’t have to use your oven and heat up your whole kitchen....

If you’re looking to eat more omega-3s (who isn’t these days?!), this baked pesto salmon recipe with tomatoes gets the job done in the most delicious way! Not only is it incredibly easy and ready in just around 20 minutes, but it’s also made with just 4 simple ingredients. And, it’s so tasty! If you love salmon with toppings like this basil pesto salmon, you’d also like my basic baked salmon recipe and lemon parmesan crusted salmon....

FavoritePinShare Baked Caprese chicken is nothing less than delicious and delightful! It’s fancy enough for company but simple enough for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that your family will go crazy for! Tender and juicy seasoned chicken that is baked in a balsamic reduction with fresh mozzarella, basil, and tomato not only sounds divine but it tastes heavenly! If you are looking for some super easy, kid-friendly recipes, be sure to try this Parmesan Chicken or Herb Chicken....

FavoritePinShare Hi, it’s Jenn, from Eat Cake For Dinner. Happy November 🙂 This month I’m sharing a delicious cake recipe with you. It tastes like it’s made from scratch, but it’s actually an easy shortcut recipe. Life is about to get even busier this Holiday season and it’s great to have a few shortcut recipes on hand. I’ve made so many different versions of cake mix bundt cakes. Most of the time I add sour cream, but for this cake, I thought why not sub the sour cream with fresh mashed bananas?...

FavoritePinShare Falafel is a round bite sized patty mixture of garbanzo beans, seasonings and a hint of spice from a jalapeño all cooked and ready to add to any wrap or salad. A healthy little bite of the world’s best falafel recipe! Best Authentic Falafel Recipe Falafel are almost too cute to eat! These are bite sized, small round patty shaped mixtures of pure joy and goodness. Each small, round patty is mixed with garbanzo beans, a variety of seasonings and a hint of spice....

The name might be a bit misleading because this dish is not fried at all, rather, it is baked. And this is exactly what I love about it! First of all, because the chicken won’t be swimming in a pool of oil, this dish is a lot healthier and easier to clean up. Second, you don’t have to stand in front of the hot stove, waiting for your chicken to cook....