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Shallot to cups conversions (sliced and minced)

December 3, 2023 by Nicole B.

Shallots on a table.

This conversion guide lists how much cut shallot you get from different-sized whole shallots. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Different shallot cuts: The two most common shallot cuts you will find in recipes are sliced shallots and minced shallots and I included both in this guide. Slices are a great cut for caramelizing shallots, like for this shallot grilled […]

Creamy Chorizo Soup with Sweet Potato Gnocchi and Kale

August 8, 2023 by Nicole B.

Bowl of creamy chorizo soup with a spoon.

This easy creamy chorizo soup with sweet potato gnocchi and kale is the perfect comfort food for a chilly fall or winter evening. The sweet potato gnocchi add just the right amount of sweetness to balance the intense and spicy Mexican chorizo. For maximum convenience and time savings, this recipe uses store-bought sweet potato gnocchi. […]

Cauliflower to Cups Conversion

July 11, 2023 by Nicole B.

Two heads of cauliflower on a table.

This guide gives you all the different conversions you need to cook with cauliflower. It tells you how many florets are in a cup, in a pound, in a large head and in a small head of cauliflower. It also tells you how much riced cauliflower you get from a pound of florets, how much […]

How many tomatoes are in a cup? (fresh and canned)

April 5, 2023 by Nicole B.

Fresh tomatoes and canned tomatoes in bowls on a table.

This guide lists how many fresh whole tomatoes will yield how many cups fresh diced tomatoes. Included are the types of tomatoes you most commonly find in grocery stores (cherry tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, Campari tomatoes and grape tomatoes). I've also included cup-to-weight conversions for whole, crushed, diced and petite diced canned tomatoes. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Cherry tomatoes: […]

Peppers to Cups Conversion (Bell Peppers and Jalapeno Peppers)

March 31, 2023 by Nicole B.

Bell peppers and jalapeno peppers on a table.

Many recipes call for a specific number of diced bell peppers or jalapenos but peppers can vary tremendously in size. A very large bell pepper can weigh twice as much as a small one, for example. This guide tells you what size of what pepper will yield how many cups of diced pepper. [feast_advanced_jump_to] How […]

Meatball Casserole without Tomato Sauce

January 20, 2023 by Nicole B.

Meatball casserole with garlic bread and salad on a table.

This easy meatball casserole without tomato sauce is made with store-bought homestyle meatballs. The meatballs are baked with egg noodles in a delicious creamy and garlicky mushroom and spinach sauce. A white cheddar cheese topping adds a nice sharp contrast to the creamy sauce. Sauce ingredients: The sauce for this casserole is basically a delicious […]

Onion to cups conversion (sliced, chopped, medium-diced, minced)

January 8, 2023 by Nicole B.

A yellow, a red and a white onion on a table.

Many recipes call for a specific amount of sliced, chopped or diced onion (usually measured in cups). But how many onions of what size do you need to get, say, ¼ cup of finely diced onion? This guide will help you find out. [feast_advanced_jump_to] About this guide: This guide lists how many slices and how […]

Ground Beef Pasta Sauce (no tomato)

October 7, 2022 by Nicole B.

Ground beef pasta sauce in a nonstick pan.

This no-tomato ground beef pasta sauce is full of flavor from chili powder and smoked paprika. It's delicious and satisfying and has the perfect balance of meat and vegetables (similar to this broccoli and sausage soup!). You can serve this quick and easy sauce with any pasta. Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: […]

Creamy Chicken and Chorizo Pasta (no tomato)

July 29, 2022 by Nicole B.

Chicken and chorizo pasta with cream sauce in a bowl.

This creamy chicken and chorizo pasta dish is quick and easy to make and tastes amazing. Browned chicken, chorizo, bell peppers and mushrooms give the luscious, no-tomato cream sauce a delicious umami flavor. A pinch of ground cinnamon is optional but highly recommended. The warm fall flavor of the spice works great in this meaty, […]

Maple Dipping Sauce for Sweet Potato Fries

May 20, 2022 by Nicole B.

A glass bowl with dipping sauce and a maple leaf.

This easy maple dipping sauce for sweet potato fries is made with maple syrup, finely chopped toasted pecans and mayonnaise. The combination of mayo and maple syrup may sound odd at first but it works surprisingly well. The sweetness of the syrup counteracts the tang of the mayonnaise and makes for a delicious, creamy sauce. […]

How to Make Ground Chicken from Chicken Breast

March 1, 2022 by Nicole B.

Raw ground chicken breast in a food processor.

Learn how to make ground chicken from chicken breast, using either a food processor or a blender. (You don't need a meat grinder!) How to make ground chicken in a food processor: Step 1. Using a sharp knife, remove and discard excess fat and cartilage from boneless, skinless chicken breast. Step 2. Cut the chicken […]

Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Cream Cheese and Sausage

November 24, 2021 by Nicole B.

A baked stuffed portobello mushroom on a blue tile.

These stuffed portobello mushrooms have incredible flavor from browned Italian sausage chunks spiced with smoked hot paprika and oregano. The crispy sausage is mixed with cream cheese, sour cream and cheddar and baked in the mushrooms. Stuffing ingredients and notes: How to make it: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! […]

How to use Linzer cookie cutters

February 4, 2021 by Nicole B.

Linzer cookie cutter with six center attachments.

Linzer cookies are sandwich cookies with a center cut-out that lets you see the filling. They are some of the easiest yet most impressive-looking cookies you can bake. You can make Linzer cookies with regular cookie cutters of different sizes or with an actual Linzer cookie cutter set. What is a Linzer cookie cutter set? […]

Crispy Lemon Roasted Potatoes with Fresh Basil

November 21, 2020 by Nicole B.

Lemon roasted potatoes.

These ultra crispy lemon roasted potatoes have all the great features of roasted potatoes but with the added freshness and fragrance of lemon and basil. Simply roast the potatoes in the oven, then toss in a mix of olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and fresh basil. Reader comment: "I would have doubled the recipe […]

Refrigerator Sweet Pickles with Cinnamon and Clove

September 5, 2020 by Nicole B.

Sweet pickles with cinnamon and cloves in jars.

These delicious refrigerator sweet pickles are crunchy, sweet, tart and subtly spiced with cinnamon, clove, black peppercorns, bay leaf, mace and mustard seeds. And because they aren't canned, they are also quick and easy to make! Recipe ingredients and notes: Special kitchen tools needed: You will need: Recipe note: Even though you're not actually canning […]

Creamy Slow Cooker Tomato Chicken Curry

October 27, 2019 by Nicole B.

Creamy tomato chicken curry in a bowl.

This creamy slow cooker tomato chicken curry is full of flavor from ground spices and spice seeds. It has a flavorful, thick, rich and creamy tomato sauce and fall-apart tender chicken thighs. What spices are in this curry? How to make it: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! This curry […]

Salted Caramel Toffee

September 27, 2019 by Nicole B.

A stack of caramel toffee shards on a plate.

This delicious salted caramel toffee is topped with a layer of chocolate and sprinkled with fleur de sel. It is hard but crumbly and has great flavor thanks to lots of butter! Reader comment: "Everyone absolutely loved this. The first toffee I have made that doesn't stick into your teeth or break your jaw when […]

Stovetop Apple Crisp

September 6, 2019 by Nicole B.

Apple crisp with whipped cream in a bowl.

This easy stovetop apple crisp takes only 20 minutes to make and does not compromise on flavor. You cook the apples in melted butter with cinnamon and brown sugar in a skillet, then make a toasted topping. In addition to the traditional topping ingredients (rolled oats, brown sugar, butter, pecans) I also added sesame seeds […]

Honey Sesame Tofu

March 14, 2019 by Nicole B.

Fried honey sesame tofu in a small bowl.

This easy honey sesame tofu dish has crispy, pan-fried tofu cubes that are served with a sweet, sour and spicy sauce. You coat the tofu cubes with all-purpose flour on all sides so they are encased in a delicious golden shell after frying. The sauce has intense flavor from honey, ginger, toasted sesame oil, sesame […]

Bourbon Cream Cheese Frosting with Apricot Preserves

September 28, 2025 by Nicole B.

Bourbon cream cheese frosting in a bowl.

This smooth and creamy Bourbon cream cheese frosting is excellent on carrot cake and spice cake. It has a distinct but subtle Bourbon flavor that is contrasted by the sweet fruitiness of the apricot preserves. More cream cheese frostings and glazes:

Spiced Orange Cream Cheese Glaze

September 19, 2025 by Nicole B.

Cinnamon roll with spiced orange cream cheese glaze.

This orange cream cheese glaze has a delicious citrus flavor that's enhanced by cinnamon and cardamom. It's made with orange zest, freshly pressed juice, cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar and a secret ingredient: lemon juice. You only need a tiny bit but it makes all the difference. Without it, the glaze tastes nice but has […]

Raspberry Dessert Sauce with Ginger and Lime Zest

August 31, 2025 by Nicole B.

Raspberry dessert sauce in a jar.

This delicious raspberry dessert sauce has an intense fruit flavor that's enhanced by fresh ginger and lime zest. The ginger and lime flavors don't come through strongly but add great complexity and vibrancy to this sauce. Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! […]

Spicy Italian Sausage Dip

August 16, 2025 by Nicole B.

Spicy Italian sausage dip in a cast iron pan.

This spicy Italian sausage dip is creamy, tangy, smoky and has nice chunks of sausage that give you something to bite into. The two ingredients that make it special are smoked paprika and smoked Gouda. The smokiness works great with the fennel flavor of the Italian sausage and makes this dip a fantastic appetizer with […]

Curry Dipping Sauce

August 2, 2025 by Nicole B.

Cauliflower, carrot and steak with curry dipping sauce.

This creamy curry dipping sauce is delicious and comes together in minutes with just 5 ingredients. It has a subtle curry flavor from yellow curry powder and a great texture from mayonnaise and a little bit of milk. Worcestershire sauce and rice vinegar add tartness and umami and also completely take away the slight bitterness […]

Creamy Parmesan Dressing with Oregano

July 28, 2025 by Nicole B.

Creamy Parmesan dressing in a jar.

This creamy Parmesan dressing is mild and smooth with a strong Parmesan flavor that is balanced by lemon juice, garlic powder and oregano. The inspiration for this ingredient combination was my lemon oregano sauce, which has a similar flavor profile. Ingredient notes and substitutions: This dressing has a very mild flavor. If you prefer it […]

Creamy Italian Salad Dressing Recipe

July 16, 2025 by Nicole B.

Italian salad dressing in a jar with a spoon.

This Italian salad dressing has a delicious herb flavor and an ultra creamy texture from a mix of mayonnaise and buttermilk. Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: You don't need a food processor or blender for this dressing because you don't need to chop up any fresh herbs or create an emulsion. Instead, […]

Basil Mayo Dressing

July 7, 2025 by Nicole B.

Basil mayo dressing in a jar.

This creamy basil mayo dressing has intense basil and lemon flavor from lots of fresh basil, lemon juice and lemon zest. Garlic adds bite and a little bit of cumin intensifies the flavors and takes this dressing to the next level. Ingredients needed: Note: Cumin is not an ingredient you usually see in a basil […]

Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce

June 17, 2025 by Nicole B.

Creamy cilantro dipping sauce in a bowl.

This creamy cilantro dipping sauce has a delicious tangy flavor from sour cream, buttermilk and lemon juice. A little bit of olive oil makes it rich and creamy and ground coriander, cumin and garlic salt add warm, aromatic flavors. Recipe ingredients and notes: Garlic salt: I wanted only a hint of garlic flavor in this […]

Spicy Ranch Dressing Recipe

June 11, 2025 by Nicole B.

Spicy ranch dressing in a jar.

This spicy ranch dressing is ultra creamy from a mix of mayonnaise, sour cream and buttermilk. Cumin, oregano, lime juice, garlic salt and cayenne give it a delicious flavor. And a little bit of tomato sauce adds lots of umami but without actually making it taste like tomato! Ingredient notes: How to make it: Step […]

Dry Rub for Turkey Breast

February 5, 2025 by Nicole B.

Turkey breast dry rub in a bowl.

This dry rub for turkey breast has a delicious herb flavor from rosemary and sage and a nice smokiness from smoked paprika. Cumin and allspice add a warm earthiness that's contrasted by a little bit of sharpness from dry mustard and black pepper. Use dried rosemary leaves for best results: I like to use dried […]

Chipotle BBQ Aioli Recipe

October 4, 2024 by Nicole B.

Chipotle bbq aioli in a bowl.

This chipotle bbq aioli is a great burger spread or dipping sauce made with chipotle powder, bbq sauce, mayonnaise and garlic. It's smoky, spicy, sweet and tangy. Ingredient notes: How to serve it: Serve this aioli on burgers and sandwiches or as a dipping sauce for sweet potato fries, onion rings, chicken nuggets and more. […]

Chipotle Cinnamon Rub Recipe

September 28, 2024 by Nicole B.

Chipotle cinnamon rub in a bowl.

This bold chipotle cinnamon rub has a delicious spicy and smoky chipotle flavor that's balanced by cinnamon and brown sugar. It's fantastic on pork chops! Recipe ingredients and notes: You can use light or dark brown sugar for this spice rub. More cinnamon spice rubs:

Curry Rub for Chicken Breast

September 6, 2024 by Nicole B.

Curry chicken rub in a glass bowl.

This easy curry rub for chicken breast is a simple but very delicious spice mix. It's made with yellow curry powder, chili powder, cumin, allspice, garlic powder and salt. Ingredient notes: More rubs for chicken breast:

Creamy Red Enchilada Sauce

July 27, 2024 by Nicole B.

Creamy red enchilada sauce in a glass jar.

This creamy red enchilada sauce has intense flavor from chili powder, ancho chili, cumin, oregano, onion powder and garlic powder. Tomato sauce and lime juice give it just the right amount of acidity and heavy cream adds a luscious richness. The sauce goes very well with creamy enchilada fillings and is quick and easy to […]

Pork Tenderloin Rub (no sugar)

February 6, 2024 by Nicole B.

Pork tenderloin rub in a bowl.

This no-sugar pork tenderloin rub has delicious flavor from smoked paprika, thyme, allspice, garlic powder, salt and black pepper. It's very easy to use, just rub the tenderloin with olive oil, sprinkle with the rub and roast directly on a rimmed baking sheet. Serve with a potato side dish for a stellar weeknight meal you […]

Ancho Marinade

October 5, 2023 by Nicole B.

Ancho marinade being whisked in a bowl.

This ancho marinade is quick and easy to make and excellent on boneless, skinless chicken breast. Ancho chili powder is the star ingredient and gives this marinade a rich, deep, smoky and slightly spicy flavor. A bit of brown sugar and lime juice add sweetness and acidity while still letting the ancho chili flavor shine. […]

Dipping Sauce for Sausage Rolls

September 8, 2023 by Nicole B.

Mustard dipping sauce in a bowl.

This dipping sauce is the perfect condiment for sausage rolls. It has a nice sharpness from Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce that is balanced by ground herbs and garlic powder. The sauce is delicious with traditional sausage rolls (bulk sausage meat wrapped and baked in puff pastry). It also works well with American-style pigs in […]

Sour Cream Dipping Sauce for Chicken Wings

August 3, 2023 by Nicole B.

Sour cream dipping sauce in a bowl.

This sour cream dipping sauce is full of umami and tastes delicious with all types of chicken wings, traditional and breaded. It's flavored with hot sauce, Parmesan cheese, seasoned salt, garlic powder and onion powder. 5-Star Reader Review: "Simply magnificent! Easy, quick and delicious. Thank You!" Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: See […]

Buttermilk Dill Sauce

August 1, 2023 by Nicole B.

Buttermilk sauce in a bowl with a spoon.

This cold buttermilk dill sauce is delicious on anything from raw or roasted vegetables to grilled or baked salmon. The characteristic buttermilk flavor is intensified by sour cream, mayonnaise, salt and lemon juice. Onion powder adds great flavor and umami and works exceptionally well with the fresh dill flavor in this recipe. Recipe ingredients and […]

Creamy White Dipping Sauce for Calzones

July 20, 2023 by Nicole B.

Calzone dipping sauce in a bowl.

This creamy and garlicky white dipping sauce takes calzones to the next level. It's particularly good with cream sauce calzones but also works great with marinara sauce calzones. You need buttermilk powder, onion powder, dried marjoram, garlic, hot sauce, mayonnaise, sour cream, soy sauce, unseasoned rice vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Sauce ingredients and notes: More […]

Curry Tartar Sauce

June 11, 2023 by Nicole B.

Curry tartar sauce in a small bowl.

This curry tartar sauce makes a delicious condiment for battered fried fish. It's a traditional tartar sauce that's spiced with curry powder and garam masala. The two spice blends work great with the tart pickles (in a similar way to these refrigerator cinnamon and clove pickles). Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: Add […]

Sriracha BBQ Sauce Recipe

June 7, 2023 by Nicole B.

Sriracha bbq sauce in a small bowl.

This Sriracha bbq sauce is sweet, sour, spicy and perfect on grilled or smoked meat. It has ketchup, Sriracha, dark brown sugar, rice vinegar and Worcestershire sauce and only takes a few minutes to make. Ingredient notes: How to make it: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! More great sauces […]

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