Mojo criollo is a classic Cuban marinade that’s bright with citrus, rich with garlic, and remarkably simple to prepare. It’s versatile enough for pork, chicken, beef, or seafood, and if you simmer it down, it becomes a flavorful sauce for drizzling or dipping. This version emphasizes the sour orange (naranja agria) flavor that gives traditional … Read more

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This is my favourite recipe for Key Lime Pie! This classic pie is simple to make, smooth, creamy and bursting with lime flavour — the perfect dessert to finish a summer meal. This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my full disclosure policy for details. Post Updated: 09/26/19 Simply Amazing Key Lime Pie Today … Read more

This whole roasted chicken with vegetables is the comforting, easy weeknight or holiday meal you’ll come back to again and again. Butterfly (spatchcock) the chicken, season it, and roast it over a bed of vegetables for a single-pan dinner that yields juicy meat and crisp skin. Why you should butterfly a chicken before roasting it … Read more

Here is a rich and indulgent white chocolate bread pudding perfect for special occasions and holiday meals. Whether you’re planning an Easter brunch or a celebratory dinner, this dessert is a luxurious way to mark the return to indulgence after any period of restraint. This recipe is my homemade take on a favorite restaurant version … Read more

These Gingerbread Cookies are soft in the middle, crisp at the edges, and ideal for decorating with icing and sprinkles. If you enjoy holiday baking, try other favorites like Gingerbread loaf, Peanut Butter Blossoms, or Chimney Cakes. About This Recipe One of the best memories of the season for me was building gingerbread houses as … Read more

This whipped mascarpone frosting is a lovely cross between fresh whipped cream and cream cheese frosting. It’s fluffy and silky, not overly sweet, with a pleasant richness from the mascarpone. I hesitated to share such a simple recipe, but I use mascarpone frosting in so many desserts that it deserved its own post. It’s not … Read more

Perfect for game day or any gathering, these loaded healthy nachos with seasoned ground chicken and fresh vegetables are irresistible. Crunchy, cheesy, sweet and savory, they come together quickly and please a crowd without feeling heavy. This post contains affiliate links. Purchases made through affiliate links may earn a small commission at no extra cost … Read more

Lemon meringue pie with a crisp, buttery crust, a silky lemon curd filling that slices cleanly, and a tall Swiss meringue topping that stays glossy and doesn’t weep. I’ve refined this lemon meringue pie to achieve a bright, balanced lemon flavor without an overly sharp edge and a curd that holds its shape. The recipe … Read more

This Gluten Free Birthday Cake Recipe is sponsored by Bob’s Red Mill. Three layers of buttery caramel cake are coated in salted caramel Italian meringue buttercream, finished with salted caramel sauce and almond pralines. This gluten free birthday cake is rich, elegant, and sure to delight anyone celebrating a special day. One of the blog’s … Read more