Once we tried this Instant Pot brussels sprouts gratin (casserole?), we were instantly hooked! I wish I could take credit for this recipe, but I can’t. We had a fabulous friend, Jackie, bring it over for one of our ever famous massive Thanksgiving dinner parties. Since we always have a huge amount of people over, […]
Recipes
Easy To Make Golden Grahams Cinnamon Rolls
If you’ve ever wanted to make super easy cinnamon rolls, then you need to make my Golden Grahams Cinnamon Rolls for your favorite Father this Father’s Day. I have to admit, I really don’t have a lot of experience with the whole fatherhood thing. I have father that has been absent in my life, and […]
Easy Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts
What can be better than making boiled peanuts? How about making Instant Pot boiled peanuts? That’s exactly what I did the other day! My whole family knows that I love using my Instant Pot whenever I can, so I was challenged to see if I could Instant Pot boiled peanuts, and then see how they […]
Instant Pot Irish Soda Bread Made Easy
I’ve made Irish soda bread before, but I’ve never made Instant Pot Irish soda bread. I’ve always made my Irish soda bread in the oven, but today I wanted to test things out and do them a little bit differently. So I whipped out my recipe and plugged my Instant Pot in, and made it […]
Easy Bacon Mozzarella Cheese Bombs
This is a sponsored post for Acorn Influence on behalf of Pillsbury. All opinions and recipes are my own. Spring is here, and that can only mean on thing: lots of team sports for school, Easter gatherings with family, Spring break from school, and the need to want to go on picnics. With my huge […]
Instant Pot Easy Cheeseburger Pie
The impossibly easy cheeseburger pie is a super classic recipe, but I gave it a huge upgrade by making an instant pot easy cheeseburger pie! I have loved making tons of instant pot recipes, and experimenting with new ones everyday. This is instant pot easy cheeseburger pie recipe is going to be a new family […]
The Best Instant Pot Lasagna
Instant Pot Lasagna has become the most exciting thing to happen to my kitchen! Especially since I don’t have to worry about a ton of different ingredients that would make my kitchen messy. I love creating easy and delicious meals in my instant pot, especially pasta dishes. I knew that I had to attempt to […]
The Best Instant Pot Strawberry Cobbler
I love making things in my instant pot, and this instant pot strawberry cobbler is no exception. You should know by now that desserts are a slight weakness of mine. So far, I’ve made everything from monkey bread to chocolate chip bread pudding in my instant pot so far! Not one dessert has disappointed me. […]
Instant Pot Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding
Everyday I fall more in love with my instant pot, especially after I made this instant pot chocolate chip bread pudding! Yes…I made it in my IP. Who woulda thunk it could be done? But I wanted to try something new. Most of you loved my instant pot monkey bread recipe, so I tried to […]
Instant Pot Monkey Bread
If your family loves monkey bread as much as mine does, then you’ll love making my instant pot monkey bread! Yes…I made it in my instant pot. We always have snacks ready to go for my when my nephews get home, and I was way behind on time today. I didn’t have that huge amount […]
Instant Pot Sous Vide Parmesan Potatoes Hack
Ever since I’ve had my Instant Pot, I’ve been dying to make instant pot sous vide parmesan potatoes. I normally bake the potatoes in the oven with foil on it, and then remove the foil to give it a small crisp. However, I’ve been looking at all of these sous vide recipes and drooling over […]
Instant Pot Chili Lime Steak Bowl
I fell in love with this instant pot chili lime steak and avocado bowl! I’ve been wanting to try to make a steak recipe in my instant pot for a while, so I was super happy when I thought about making this. If you’re on the Ketogenic Diet, then this is a great companion for […]
Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken and Potato Soup
My instant pot cheesy chicken and potato soup is the best thing you can make on a chilly day. It will warm the body and soul at the same time. It’s both hearty and delicious, and easy to make for when your kids are home because of a “snow day”. Yes. I’m experiencing that right […]
Instant Pot Chicken Parmigiana
Who knew you could make a version of a Instant Pot chicken parmigiana? I was able to cut down the cooking time, make a little bit “healthier”, and make it often in my home. Besides my Instant Pot cheesy chicken and pasta dish, this is one of my nephew’s and Angela’s favorite dish for me […]
Instant Pot Pinto Beans and Bacon (No Soak)
These are the best Instant Pot pinto beans and bacon recipe I have ever made. Yes, I might be tooting my own horn, but we’re allowed to do that once in a while, right? The last time I tried to make any type of bag of dried beans, it took FOREVER for me to cook. […]
Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken And Pasta
Instant Pot cheesy chicken and pasta dish I made last night was a HUGE hit with my family! My family is loving the Instant Pot, as I am able to get dinner done and served in under 30 minutes. That’s a HUGE sigh of relief in my home as I have such a busy day […]
Instant Pot Sausage and Peppers
Instant Pot sausage and peppers makes everyone in my family happy! Not only is this meal super easy to make, but you can add whatever other flavors to jazz it up even more. I’ve been wanting to make Instant Pot Sausage and Peppers for a while now, but I have been trying to figure out […]
Instant Pot Tex Mex Chili
I finally got a hair up my butt, and made a yummy Instant Pot Tex Mex Chili! Yes, I’ve had my Instant Pot for a while now, but I’ve not ever really used it a lot like a should have. Well, Lo and Behold…I totally wasn’t in the mood to cook dinner tonight. I wanted […]
Grilled Chicken and Rice with Sage Butter Sauce
This post is written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. All opinions are entirely my own. This shop has been compensated by Acorn Influence, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GrilledAndReady My Family loves grilled chicken and rice. Which is great! With my big family, I’m always looking for quick, […]
Cast Iron Skillet Pear Tart Recipe
I have been compensated by Immaculate Baking for this post; however, I am sharing my own thoughts. All opinions are my own. I love baking baking all year long, but especially during the holiday season. I hate making generic pies, so I created my own cast iron skillet pear tart with a caramel sauce inside! This […]
Spinach Cheese Tortellini With Italian Sausage
With October being Italian-American heritage month, I felt the need to make a delicious pasta meal. Many of you don’t know, but I am a wonderful mix of Puerto Rican and Italian. Which is why I always have a slight tan throughout the year, and why I’m always craving all of these carbs! Don’t judge […]
Eat Smart Salads Slides In Those Veggies
This post was sponsored by Eat Smart as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. I received product samples to facilitate my review. Getting my family to eat veggies can be a super daunting task. They want to take the tiniest bite that they […]
21 Trader Joe’s Cookie Butter Recipes
I love cookie butter! If you’ve ever been to a Trader Joe’s, then you must have come across their coveted jars of delicious and highly addictive Cookie Butter. This stuff is like crack, and you can eat it right out of the jar on just about anything. I recently introduced my nephews to Cookie Butter […]
25 Milkshake Recipes
These Milkshake recipes are sinfully delicious, and super easy to make! Between Angela and my nephews, I’m always trying to find new treats for them to enjoy. What makes it even easier on me, is that I get to make this in big batches, so I don’t have to worry about having to make them […]
No Bake Cookie Bar Recipe
This is a sponsored post for Acorn Influence, LLC. on behalf of LARA Nut Butters & Costco. All opinions and words are my own. As much as I would love to, I don’t always have the extra time in a day to bake cookies for Angela and my nephews. It’s already filled with trying to […]
100 Amazing Lunch Box Ideas
Making a great lunch box meal for your kids each day is a big part of the back to school season. This list of amazing lunch box ideas includes everything from sandwiches to soups, and will be perfect for you to pack away for your kids to enjoy this year. 100 Best Lunch box Ideas […]
8 Tasty and Unique Pizza Ideas to Try Feeding Your Family Tonight
Everyone loves the quintessential American favorite, pizza. There’s nothing better between your lips than a tangy tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and the crisp crunch of a perfectly cooked crust. If your family is obsessed with eating pizza, you can stop feeling frustrated and start experimenting with different ideas for creating new and even more fun […]
Turkey Francaise Recipe
Turkey francaise recipe is a great alternative to the traditional chicken francaise recipe! Turkey just doesn’t get enough credit. There are so many great turkey cooking recipes, and can be utilized as a great meat substitution in so many different ways. Delicious, versatile and available in a variety of cuts, turkey is naturally low in […]
Mac And Cheese Stuffed Cheeseburger
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Pepperidge Farm in conjunction with Blog Meets Brand and I have been compensated for my participation. All opinions are my own. Everyone once in a while, a great burger meets a great bun to put it on. That’s exactly what happened when my mac and cheese stuffed cheeseburger met Pepperidge […]
The Best Turkey Chili Recipe You Need In Your Life
Thank you to the National Turkey Federation for sponsoring this post and inspiring this recipe! Not to brag, but I’ve always thought that I made the most amazing chili. That is until I made the decision to substitute out red meat for ground turkey. I know that you’re probably yelling at me through the computer screen […]
How To Make Apple Jam
This is going to be one of the easiest apple jam recipes that you will come across! Of course, the apple jam is going to be delicious too. As you can see, I’m also a little obsessed with making things in a mini mason jar. Take a look at my no-bake strawberry cheesecake recipe, and […]
Crockpot Chicken Fajitas Recipe
My crockpot chicken fajitas recipes is so easy to make, and it’s super delicious! Once you make this chicken fajita recipe in your favorite slow cooker, you won’t look back! The chicken just falls apart and absorbs all of those yummy flavors that it’s been steeping in. Your house explodes with all of those wonderful […]
Awesome Ideas For Getting Your Kids To Eat Healthier Foods
Children and healthy eating aren’t necessarily an easy mix. It can be incredibly stressful for parents to try and encourage their children to eat more nutritious food. When you bear in mind that obesity is is a serious problem that is only getting worse, it’s no surprise that parents have a tough job on […]
Pesto Crusted Chilean Sea Bass
This is a product review, but all opinions and views are my own. Chilean Sea Bass is one of my absolute favorite fish to eat. It has a slight sweet and nutty notes to it. It smells like the ocean, but tastes oh so amazing with its giant white chunky flakes of deliciousness. Certified Steak […]
Crockpot Pulled BBQ Pork
Everyone has their own way of making their pulled bbq pork, but I love making mine in the crockpot! Put that baby on low, let it simmer, and 8 hours later you have this super amazing and delicious pork that’s ready to be placed on a bun and in your mouth. Low and slow is […]
Zingy BBQ Coleslaw Recipe
I’m a HUGE fan of pulled BBQ pork sandwiches. I love it so much, I make it more than 10 times a year. If I’m in my crockpot zone, I will make it twice a month – mostly because everyone in the house loves it, too. As much as I love, there is nothing better […]
Delicious Easter Cupcake Recipe You Need To Make
Everyone is always looking for a great Easter Recipe to add to their collection to make for everyone. These Easter Cupcakes are something you definitely need to make for your family! The cupcake recipe is super easy to follow along and super simple to do, and your end result is simply adorable! I already know […]