I’m a longtime believer in homemade cranberry sauce. It is THE EASIEST Thanksgiving side dish to make from scratch, so please do everyone a favor and skip the can. I thought I was all set with my favorite easy Cranberry Orange Sauce. Then, my friend Keri introduced me to her family’s fresh cranberry relish, and now I will forever make not just one but TWO cranberry sauce recipes for Thanksgiving....

FavoritePinShare This sausage tortellini skillet is perfect for a creamy and savory dinner that is simple and tastes amazing with all the flavors blended together. It is a family favorite! Tortellini is so simple to make and one of my favorite ingredients! Because tortellini is so simple to make try these savory dishes that include tortellini in them: Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup, Alfredo Pesto Tortellini with Sausage or Creamy Tuscan Garlic Tortellini Soup....

Serve ‘em with noodles, pile them into a sub, or settle them on top of Zucchini Pasta; however you enjoy them, they’re a feel-good dinner for all ages. Italian food is a top genre in our household, with meatballs being the number one go-to. We can serve them multiple ways, they are stellar leftover, and let’s get to the point: meatballs taste amazing. When you don’t start cooking until 5 or 6 p....

Make this green detox smoothie your go-to recipe for recovering after parties, heavy meals, workouts, the holidays, or anytime you need a snack that recharges! This smoothie has similar benefits to my chicken detox soup: It hydrates, aids in digestion, is vitamin-rich, and like my other healthy drinks, just tastes good. Since it only takes minutes to prep, you can enjoy a quick reset anytime. What Is A Detox Smoothie?...

… which is funny because before I moved to the U.S., I had no idea Cinco de Mayo was even a thing! Brazilians are definitely missing out on this holiday and all the Mexican food that comes with it. Not that I need an excuse to eat Mexican food! Especially not this Easy Chicken Quesadilla that I have to say was devoured in a matter of seconds. I mean how could we not adore this quesadilla?...

FavoritePinShare This instant pot shredded chicken is the solution to all of your chicken needs! It’s seasoned, moist, and easy to shred, which makes it the perfect go-to recipe when you need shredded chicken for any dish. You need to have staple recipes on hand like this one to cover you no matter what your needs are when you are cooking! Use this shredded chicken in these egg rolls, this soup, or in this yummy pasta!...

FavoritePinShare Making a big pot of turkey noodle soup is the best way to use up your Thanksgiving leftovers! It’s creamy, savory, and filled with delicious herbs and veggies! Your family is going to love this easy, hearty meal. Nothing compares to homemade soup. It’s just so flavorful, comforting, and delicious! I have too many favorite soup recipes to count. A few you’ve got to try, though, is this copycat zuppa toscana, pasta e fagioli, and Italian wedding soup!...

FavoritePinShare Mississippi mud cake is a delicious, ooey-gooey cake that is perfectly moist. It is absolutely amazing! And let me warn you now… you won’t be able to stop after just one piece! If you love chocolate then you definitely need to try this cake! It is so yummy and easy to make! You will be bringing this to every event and holiday party because you won’t be able to get enough of it....

FavoritePinShare This pesto pasta salad is loaded with fresh mozzarella and juicy tomatoes and coated with an easy-to-make homemade pesto sauce made with fresh basil and garlic. It’s so fresh and delicious! I love a good pasta salad. They are perfect for any occasion, and they fly off the table. Check out some more of my favorites like this California spaghetti salad, this avocado basil pasta salad and this incredible bacon ranch pasta salad....

FavoritePinShare This reindeer food is the most addicting mixture of treats! It’s the perfect combo of sweet and salty and ideal for any holiday gathering! I LOVE snacking at parties! Some other great options for any of your parties and get-togethers are this dip, this cheese ball, or these delicious jalapeño poppers! What IS Reindeer Food? Ok, ok. I know that this isn’t the most traditional name for a holiday dish but trust me… It will for sure become your family’s holiday tradition for the season after you try it once!...

FavoritePinShare Eggnog Waffles! Light and fluffy waffles made with eggnog and drizzled with a homemade cinnamon syrup. Hey everyone! Serene from House of Yumm back with a seasonal breakfast for you. Eggnog waffles! Drizzled with a homemade cinnamon syrup. One of my favorite things about the holiday season is that it’s acceptable for me to be buying eggnog! Anyone else have a love for the rich, creamy drink? Did you know it’s so easy to swap out milk for eggnog in some recipes?...

FavoritePinShare Empty Tomb Rolls are the perfect treat for Easter. Whether you have them for breakfast, brunch or dessert, they will be a huge hit! These rolls are amazing anytime, but we love them for Easter morning! For more sweet and savory breakfast ideas try these cinnamon rolls, donut holes or German pancake. Resurrection Rolls Empty Tomb Rolls are also known as Resurrection Rolls. These rolls are popular at Easter time because of their symbolism, and because they taste so delicious....

(This post is sponsored by Q Squared NYC.) Oh spring, where art thou? I’ve been patiently waiting, dreaming of my days in the sun, barbecuing, outdoor parties or pretty much anything that doesn’t involve having the heat on. But despite being almost April, we just recently got a lot of snow! ? Excuse me while I go pout under the warm covers for a moment… But it’s okay, because deep inside I know that soon the sun will be shining and I’ll be able to wear all the dresses (pants are so uncomfortable when you’re pregnant) and throw all the fun spring/summer parties....

Filet Mignon, translated from French as ‘cute fillet’ or ‘dainty fillet’, is often referred to as tenderloin steak. It has a very mild beef aroma and mild beef flavor when compared to other steaks and needs additional steps to make it more flavorful. Some chefs call filet mignon overrated, but most of us love it. When cooked right it’s very tender, flavorful and tasty. The best way to cook filet mignon Filet mignon can be cooked many different ways, but pan-searing it first in some oil and butter, then finishing in the oven is by far one of the best ways to cook it....

Disney also gave us 4 park hopper passes AND 40 Media Fast Passes. (If you weren’t jealous before, now is the time!) The media Fast Passes were a gift from the Gods, since we didn’t have to schedule them. We could go at any ride, any time! Which was very convenient, since we didn’t have a lot of time to be in the parks because of the events. 

FavoritePinShare This cherry tomato salad is made with flavorful herbs, delicious cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella! Coated in a delicious lemon basil dressing, this salad will soon be your new favorite! Munching on a fresh salad during the hot summer months is my favorite. If you love salads as much as I do then you must try this California Spaghetti Salad, this BLT Avocado Pasta Salad or this delicious and easy Avocado Tuna Salad!...

FavoritePinShare This delicious frog eye salad is creamy, fluffy, and filled with pineapple, mandarin oranges, and marshmallows. It is perfect for bringing to any gathering or potluck. Trust me when I say this will fly off the table! I love a salad that is sweet and filled with fruit. You MUST TRY my Strawberry Cheesecake Salad, this delicious Snickers Caramel Apple Salad and this extra yummy Pistachio Salad! Everyone I know loves these ones!...

FavoritePinShare Making your frozen chicken wings in the air fryer is the only method to use, no thawing required! Along with this easy-to-make honey buffalo sauce, you’ll never want them any other way! Air fryers are great because they’ll make even frozen foods taste gourmet! You’ll have to try out my recipes for frozen taquitos, pizza rolls, and fish sticks! How to Cook Frozen Chicken Wings in an Air Fryer I’ll be honest with you, whenever I look up air fryer recipes, it’s usually because I need to know how long to cook things like frozen fries....

FavoritePinShare Funfetti Popcorn is a fun springtime treat that is sure to satisfy! This is a sweet, salty colorful treat perfect for Easter or any other special occasion! Fun snacks can make any occasion more festive and tasty! I love whipping up these favorites when I need them: Chex Mix, Ranch Pretzels and Caramel Popcorn. Funfetti Bunny Bait Popcorn If Bunny Bait isn’t part of your Easter traditions yet, it needs to be!...

FavoritePinShare Delicious chicken tenders breaded in a garlic parmesan panko mixture and baked to crispy perfection! This is a meal the entire family will love! My kids love chicken! Simple recipes like this one and my chicken tender recipe is perfect for those quick lunch meals or a snack for after school. Homemade Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders We are a huge fan of chicken tenders and breaded chicken for our family....