Candied bacon can be as simple as a light sugar coating or as bold as a sweet, spicy caramelized crust. Twin Peaks Billionaire Bacon takes the latter style, pairing smoky bacon with brown sugar and chile spices for a flavor that goes well beyond ordinary candied bacon. I wanted my homemade copycat to recreate that…
At Cock of the Walk, coleslaw is a popular side served with many dinners. It has also been sold in 16-ounce tubs at local grocery stores, which makes it easy for coleslaw lovers to take some home. The problem is finding it when the shelves are empty or the tubs are not stocked. I have…
We took a trip to Universal Studios, and one drink quickly became a favorite: Butterbeer from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. It was sweet, creamy, and packed with that rich butterscotch flavor that made it easy to see why Butterbeer has become such a popular treat among visitors. After coming home, I had a…
Brenda Gantt has shared many wonderful recipes from her kitchen, but her Cabbage Casserole Recipe is one that has found a special place among her fans. Her simple Southern-style cooking has also introduced a new generation to the comforting dishes many of us grew up enjoying. Inspired by Brenda and the way she shares her…
A good pizza starts with the crust. I want that edge to be crunchy and well browned, while the center stays soft, light, and airy. For a long time, I would order pizza online or pick one up from a local shop or restaurant when I wanted that kind of crust. Then I found Vito…
That deep amber color makes me think of a classic glass of iced tea. But this Texas Roadhouse Long Island Iced Tea is much more than that. I like how several spirits come together with citrus, sweetness, and cola in one glass. Each ingredient has a role, so keeping the right balance is important. The…
I’m not a certified sommelier who spends a lot of time creating wine-based recipes, but when I got the Ninja SLUSHi machine at home, it made me feel much more confident about making frozen drinks. I have created many slushies using the machine, and one of my favorites is this Wine Slush Recipe. The Ninja…
Blue Raspberry Lemonade Slush Recipe is one of the most loved summer drinks, not only because of its refreshing flavor but also because of its beautiful look. The combination of blue raspberry and lemonade gives this drink such an attractive color, and when you turn it into a slushie, the color and texture make it…
I did not expect a simple potato wedge to be this tasty, crispy, and flavorful until I tried the potato wedges from Jack in the Box. Jack in the Box is known for its huge menu of American fast-food favorites, and the potato wedges were one of the sides I really enjoyed. Every time I…
The Ninja SLUSHi is a viral machine right now, and for slushie lovers, I believe it is an ideal machine to make all kinds of frozen drinks. But this homemade Piña Colada Slushie is easily one of the best recipes I’ve created with it. My copycat Ninja SLUSHi Piña Colada Recipe gives you that perfect…