Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts

Halloween Candy Bark

Erin S — Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000

This is a fun Halloween Candy Bark that you can make in minutes and use whatever candy, kind of chocolate, and decorations you like!

This Halloween Bark is such a fun and easy treat to make when you want something special for Halloween. It is so customizable, it can work for just about anyone or any occasion! If you are carving pumpkins you can do it differently then if you are having a spooky party.

Why You’ll Love Halloween Candy Bars

Simple – It only takes a few ingredients, and what those are are really up to you! Melting chocolate is about as complicated as it gets! So it can also be a great activity for the kids to do.
Fast – Melting chocolate sets up rather quickly, which is the longest part. Actually making it, takes about 5 minutes!
Easy – this doesn’t require an oven or the stovetop, just a microwave safe bowl and a baking sheet. Super easy to make in just minutes.
Customizable – use whatever kind of chocolate you like (milk, dark, white) add in colors, use whatever candy you like. So many ways to mix it up and make it fit your party.

What You’ll Need

Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card to get the measurements and full instructions!

Melting Chocolate
Candy
Candy Eyes

You can find candy eyes at most grocery stores or any craft store or Amazon. Wilton makes them, but so do store brands and other cake decorating brands.

How To Make Halloween Bark

Add your chocolate to a microwave safe bowl and heat for 1 minute. Stir and continue microwaving in 20 second intervals until completely melted.
Pour chocolate onto a lined baking sheet. Spread into a thin even layer.
Arrange your candy over the top as desired. Let set up for about an hour until it is solid.
Cut or break into smaller pieces.

Candy Bark Topping Ideas

As you can see I used themed sprinkles, Kit Kats, Reese’s Pieces, and candy eyes on my bark, but the options are truly endless. And you don’t have to use just candy!

Chopped Nuts
Candy Corn
M&M’s
Peanut Butter Cups
Pretzels
Snickers
Crushed Oreo Cookies

What Kind Of Chocolate To Use

You really can use whatever your favorite is. I like to use the chocolate almond bark because it melts so fast, is super smooth, and sets up quickly. But really any chocolate you like eating that melts will work for this.

Use white chocolate and drizzle orange and green candy melts over the top for a fun twist. Use dark chocolate and add white chocolate swirls. You could even use white chocolate to make it look like ghosts. You can get as creative as you like!

Storing Halloween Candy Bark

Once the bark has set up and you have cut into pieces, store in an airtight container. It should last 1-2 weeks at room temperature.

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Yield: 12

Halloween Candy Bark

This is a fun Halloween Candy Bark that you can make in minutes and use whatever candy, kind of chocolate, and decorations you like!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Additional Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients

1 pound chocolate
1/3 cup Reese's Pieces
2 Kit Kat candy bars
Candy Eyes
Festive Sprinkles

Instructions

Add your chocolate to a microwave safe bowl and heat for 1 minute. Stir and continue microwaving in 20 second intervals until completely melted.
Pour chocolate onto a lined baking sheet. Spread into a thin even layer.
Arrange your candy over the top as desired. Let set up for about an hour until it is solid.
Cut or break into smaller pieces.

Notes

Get creative - use any candy, type of chocolate, or decorations you want.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 294Total Fat 16gSaturated Fat 9gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 10mgSodium 67mgCarbohydrates 33gFiber 2gSugar 28gProtein 4g

Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on dinnersdishesanddesserts.com should only be used as a general guideline.

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Blackened Chicken

Erin S — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000

This easy Blackened Chicken recipes comes together in just minutes, and is loaded with flavor! Such an easy dinner you can make any night of the week, and even great for meal prep!

I love a dinner that comes together in no time, is something you can make with ingredients you already have in the house, and is super versatile that it goes with just about anything! This Blackened Chicken is just that. Chicken breasts, olive oil, and a quick homemade blackened seasoning is all it takes. You can use for meal prep for the week, serve with a Side Salad for dinner or throw in a Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap for a delicious lunch.

Why You’ll Love This Blackened Chicken

Fast – the spice mixture takes about 2 minutes to make, and then you just have to cook the chicken. Lots of different ways you can cook it, but any method makes for a quick and easy dinner.
Easy – there are no special ingredients used, just spices you probably have on hand already. You can even mix up a big batch, and store in the pantry for months!
Versatile – You can change the amount of spices in this recipe to cut back on salt or cayenne, plus the chicken goes with anything. So it is great for any night of the week.
Flavorful – this is loaded with spices, so it has tons of flavor. You can even control the heat by adjusting the amount of cayenne used in the recipe. So you can have all the flavor, but not the heat if that is your thing.

What You’ll Need

Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card to get the measurements and full instructions!

Chicken Breasts
Olive Oil
Paprika
Dried Thyme
Cumin
Dried Oregano
Garlic Powder
Onion Powder
Salt
Black Pepper
Cayenne Pepper

How To Make Blackened Chicken

Make Spice Blend – In a small bowl mix together the spices until well combined. You can make a large batch of this and store in the pantry for future use as well.
Season Chicken – Brush both sides of the chicken with olive oil and sprinkle the blackened seasoning over the chicken. Gently rub into the chicken until they are well coated.
Cook – Drizzle the remaining oil into a skillet and heat over medium high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches a temperature of 165º F.

Recipe Tips & Variations

Make extra blackened seasoning. It is just as easy to measure out all the ingredients for 1 use as it is to double, triple or even quadruple the recipe. So go crazy, and make extra of the seasoning. Store in an airtight container for 6-12 months (depends on the age of your spices when you start, but they won’t go bad, they just lose some flavor).
Use thinly sliced chicken. The average chicken breast from the store seems to be close to a pound these days. So I like to at least butterfly them (cut them in half lengthwise), so that I get 2 thinly sliced pieces of chicken from each breast. This also means the chicken will cook faster and more evenly.
Adjust the spice. This version only has 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, so it is mild to medium heat level in my opinion. If you like it hotter, use a little more. If you like it more mild, use less. The same with the salt. This only has 1/2 teaspoon, but if you are trying to watch your sodium you could leave it out.

Can I use an Air Fryer to cook the chicken?

Yes, absolutely that would work very well. Seasoning the chicken as the recipe calls for, then follow my Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe for how to cook it. But it is a great way to keep your chicken super tender and moist.

Can I bake the chicken?

Yes you can put the chicken in an oven safe dish and cook at 400º F for about 20 minutes, it will greatly depend on the size of your chicken. So check to see that your internal temperature is 165º to know when it is really done.

How To Serve Blackened Chicken

This is one of those dishes that you can really serve however you like, it will go with just about anything.

It is great to make ahead for meal prep as well. It works great to dice up and then use in Chicken Salad or in a Chicken Quesadilla during the week. You can even freeze the cooked chicken for up to 3 months in an airtight container.

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Yield: 4

Blackened Chicken

This easy Blackened Chicken recipes comes together in just minutes, and is loaded with flavor! Such an easy dinner you can make any night of the week, and even great for meal prep!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

4 thinly sliced chicken breasts
2 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 Tablespoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

In a small bowl mix together all of the spices until well blended.
Brush 1 Tablespoon of oil evenly over both sides of the chicken. Sprinkle over the spice mixture, and gently rub it over the chicken to evenly coat.
Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the oil, swirling to coat. Once the oil is hot add the chicken. Cook for 7-8 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165º F. I could take more or less time depending on the size of your chicken, so be sure to check the temperature.
Remove from the heat and serve.

Notes

Make extra blackened seasoning and store in your pantry for 6-12 months.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 265Total Fat 11gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 102mgSodium 355mgCarbohydrates 2gFiber 1gSugar 0gProtein 38g

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Sloppy Joes

Erin S — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Loaded with rich ground beef, sweet tomatoes, and tangy mustard in soft buns, these Sloppy Joes are a hearty and comforting sandwich. They’re packed with spice and umami and are so easy to make.

Sloppy joes are a classic food for a reason. What’s not to love about a sandwich overflowing with beef, tomatoes, and onions? This is my favorite sloppy joe recipe because it’s so easy to make, and is full of beefy flavor. The meat is seasoned with mustard, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce, making it spicy, tangy, and full of umami.

This recipe is a crowd-pleaser. Kids and adults love it, and it works as a fun weekend treat or an easy weeknight dinner. It only takes half an hour to make, and it’s packed with protein. You’ve got to try it!

Why These Are the Best Homemade Sloppy Joes

I make these beefy sandwiches anytime I’m craving comfort food. Here’s why I know you’ll love them as much as I do.

Quick and easy. This is such a simple recipe to make. It only takes 30 minutes, and it uses ingredients that you’re likely to already have in your kitchen. The instructions are so simple that you can practically make these spicy sloppy joes in your sleep.
Perfect for parties. I love to make homemade sloppy joe sandwiches for parties. Whether it’s a Super Bowl party or a kid’s birthday, these sandwiches will be a hit. Everyone likes them, and it’s so easy to double or triple the recipe. You can keep the sloppy joe mixture warm in a slow cooker and fill your table with condiments, and people can serve themselves sandwiches whenever they want.
Mess-free. These sandwiches may be a little bit messy to eat, but they’re not messy to make. This is my favorite kind of meal: a one-pan meal. You won’t dirty up your kitchen with multiple pots, pans, and mixing bowls.

Ingredients Needed

Here are the 9 ingredients you’ll need to make this easy and super meaty sandwich. Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the page for the exact amounts for each ingredient.

Ground beef – It’s best to use lean ground beef for this recipe.
Onion – I use a yellow onion for this recipe, but a white or red onion will work, too.
Tomato sauce
Worcestershire sauce – This will make the sloppy joes taste extra beefy.
Granulated sugar
Yellow mustard
Salt
Black pepper – Always use freshly cracked pepper.
Hamburger buns

How to Make Sloppy Joes

These savory sandwiches really couldn’t be any easier to make. Here’s how to do it.

Cook the beef and onions. Add the ground beef and chopped onions to a skillet and cook until the beef is browned and the onions are soft.

Drain. Pour off any excess beef grease from the pan.
Add the other ingredients. Put the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper in the skillet and stir to combine.
Cook. Simmer the sloppy joe mixture until the sauce thickens, which should take 10-15 minutes.

Season. Taste the sloppy joes and add more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve. Spoon the mixture onto hamburger buns, and eat while hot.

Tricks and Tips

Here are a few tricks and tips to use when making this hearty sloppy joe recipe.

Toast the buns. I like to toast my hamburger buns before serving these sandwiches. Toasting the buns will keep them from getting as soggy when you add the juicy sloppy joe mixture. Plus, if you toast your buns in a skillet with oil or butter, you’ll add some extra flavor.
Brown the beef. Make sure to really brown the beef when you’re cooking it. When you brown beef, you add a lot of flavor to the meat. Get the beef nice and brown instead of grey, and your sloppy joes will have so much more flavor.
Use a crock pot to keep warm. The best way to serve sloppy joes is in a slow cooker turned to the warm setting. This will keep the mixture warm and the perfect texture for hours.
Add any ingredients you like. This is a perfect sloppy joe recipe, but feel free to adjust it based on your tastes. You can add chili flakes if you want extra heat or herbs like thyme and rosemary to make the flavors more complex. Lots of people like bell peppers, add them when you add the onions. Lots of possibilities!

What to Serve With This Easy Sloppy Joes Recipe

Since this is a classic American sandwich, I like to serve it alongside some classic sides. You can’t go wrong by serving beefy sloppy joes with these side dishes.

How to Store and Reheat Leftovers

Leftover sloppy joe mixture can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, cook on the stove over medium, while stirring frequently, until warm all the way through. This should take about 5 minutes. You can also reheat in the microwave in 20-second increments. Make sure to store the mixture by itself, and only put it on the buns when you’re ready to eat.

Can You Freeze This Recipe?

Yes, you can absolutely freeze leftover sloppy joe mixture. Make sure it’s completely cool, then add it to an airtight container and store in the freezer for 3 months. Thaw or defrost the sloppy joes before reheating, and then assemble your sandwiches.

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Yield: 4

Sloppy Joes

Packed with beef, tomatoes, onions, and mustard, these sloppy joes are rich and meaty. They're an easy one-pan meal, and only take half an hour to make.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
8 oz tomato sauce
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 hamburger buns

Instructions

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is browned and fully cooked, and the onion is soft.
Drain the grease from the skillet.
Add the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper to the skillet, and stir to combine.
Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasonings if necessary, then serve on hamburger buns.

Notes

Store leftover sloppy joe mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 days or in the freezer for 3 months. Reheat over medium heat on the stove, or in the microwave in 20-second increments.
For best results, toast the hamburger buns before serving.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 426Total Fat 16gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 101mgSodium 1218mgCarbohydrates 32gFiber 2gSugar 9gProtein 38g

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Rice Krispie Treats

Erin S — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

The absolute BEST Rice Krispie Treats! Gooey, dense, sweet, and delicious. Don’t follow the basic recipe on the box, these are so much better!

Everyone knows the classic Rice Krispie Treats and it brings back all the childhood memories. It is one of those things that are so darn easy to make, but lots of people seem to forget about. But it is time to bring them back! But don’t follow the recipe on the box, those are much more like cardboard to me. You need a little extra to give them the perfectly sweet and gooey bar that you will keep coming back to!

Once you have the basic recipe you can turn them into fun things like Watermelon Krispie Treats of 4th of July Krispie Treats to fit any holiday or occasion.

Why You’ll Love These Rice Krispie Treats

No Baking. As always when you are making cereal bars, like these or Puppy Chow Bars, there are no baking involved. Just melting marshmallows and butter, which you can do in the microwave.
Gooey. Trust me and skip the box recipe. Use the extra marshmallows and make them extra gooey, delicious, and sweet.
Easy. The same few ingredients in the classic version, just slightly different amounts. So you can always have the ingredients on hand and have these whipped up in about 5 minutes!

What You’ll Need

Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card to get the measurements and full instructions!

Rice Krispie Cereal
Butter
Marshmallows
Vanilla Extract

I like them to be gooey and denser, so I use a slightly different ratio of ingredients, as you will see in the recipe card below.

How To Make Rice Krispie Treats

Melt Marshmallows. In a large bowl add the marshmallows together with cubes of butter. Microwave for 1 minute, remove and stir well. For most microwaves this will be enough to melt the butter, if yours isn’t melted enough return for an additional 15 seconds. Add in the vanilla and mix until completely blended.
Add Cereal. Pour in the cereal and mix until evenly coated and well blended.
Let Set Up. Spread the cereal mixture into a 13×9 inch pan and use a spatula to press into an even layer. You can spray a spatula with non-stick spray if it is sticking. Let the treats set up for a few hours before slicing to serve.

Recipe Tips & Variations

If you usually use the stovetop to melt your marshmallows and butter together, you can do that here as well. I just like the shortcut and less time by using the microwave, so I use the same bowl I am going to mix everything together into microwave and melt everything.
Change up the flavor using different cereal! Try Fruity Pebbles, Cocoa Pebbles, Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Golden Grahams for fun twists to the same recipe.
Make sure to use fresh ingredients. I know this sounds obvious, but if you use old marshmallows or old cereal, you will end up with stale cereal treats. So use a new box of new bag of ingredients, don’t use the 6 month old box of cereal in the back of the pantry.
To press the bars into the pan, you can spray a spatula with non-stick spray or use your hands. The TRICK is to run your hands under water and shake off the excess, then press the bars into the pan. You can get them wet again if things start sticking.

Storing Rice Krispie Treats

Store these in an airtight container for up to 3 days. They will start to dry out and just lose their freshness after a couple days. You do NOT want to freezer cereal treats. The texture changes and they just do not yield the best thawed results.

Feel free to cut the recipe in half and make in an 8 inch baking pan if you are going to have more than you need.

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Yield: 20

Rice Krispie Treats

The absolute BEST Rice Krispie Treats! Gooey, dense, sweet, and delicious. Don't follow the basic recipe on the box, these are so much better!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Additional Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
12 oz marshmallows
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 cups rice krispies

Instructions

Spray a 13x9 inch baking dish with non-stick spray. Set aside.
Add marshmallows and butter to a large mixing bowl and place in the microwave for 60 seconds. Remove and stir until completely melted. If necessary heat again for 20 seconds.
Add vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
Pour in cereal, mix until the cereal is evenly coated.
Press mixture into a sprayed 13x9 inch baking dish. Wet your hands (shake off any excess water) and press mixture evenly into the pan.
Let bars set up for at least an hour before slicing.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 117Total Fat 4gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 9mgSodium 58mgCarbohydrates 21gFiber 0gSugar 11gProtein 1g

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Graveyard Halloween Pudding Cups

Erin S — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

These Graveyard Halloween Pudding Cups are such a fun treat for Halloween! You can put them in little dirt cups like these or use clear plastic cups to make them fun for the kids and adults!

Halloween is such a fun holiday to make treats for! You can use green, yellow, purple and orange with just about anything, add candy eyes and you are done! Mummy Pretzel Rods are such a quick and easy one, or you can go the savory route like these Witch Hat Breadsticks. I am all about easy, but making it fun too!

Why You’ll Love These Halloween Pudding Cups

Easy – you take help from the store to make these super easy! Just a box cake mix, some pudding and some whipped cream. You just have to spoon the layers in for an easy and festive treat.
Fun – Get creative with the decorations and make these and scary or as fun as you like! These are graveyard themed, but you can mix up the decorations and have fun making it your own.
Scary – What is scarier than ghosts! These are perfect for your Halloween party matching scary with cute
Delicious – Use your favorite cake and pudding to make these cups easy and delicious!

What You’ll Need

Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card to get the measurements and full instructions!

Chocolate Cake Mix
Water, Oil, Eggs called for on the box
Vanilla Pudding – really any white pudding is what you need, so pick your flavor.
Milk
Cool Whip – or use homemade Stabilized Whipped Cream
Green, Orange, and Purple Food Coloring
Crushed Oreo Cookies
Milano Cookies
Candy Eyes – you can find these at Walmart, Hobby Lobby, Michael’s and lots of major grocery stores with the cake decorating supplies.
Festive Sprinkles
Clear Buckets – You can buy these on Amazon, you could also use clear plastic cups

How To Make Graveyard Pudding Cups

Bake Cake. Start by baking the cake into a 13×9 inch pan according to the box instructions. If you have a homemade cake you like or want to buy an already made one, you are more than welcome to use that! Let the cake cool completely, and cut into tiny little 1 inch squares.
Make Pudding. You need 2 boxes of white pudding that you whisk well with the milk until it starts to thicken. Fold in the whipped topping and let it set up in the fridge until thick and creamy.
Color Pudding. Divide the pudding into 3 bowls, and color one with green, one orange, and the last one purple.
Assemble. Once the pudding is thick and colored and the cake is cool it is time to assemble. Place a layer of cake in the bottom of each cup. Top with 1 color of pudding. Repeat until you have all 3 colors of pudding in the cups.
Decorate. Now you can get creative. Top the last layer of pudding with crushed Oreo cookies to be the “dirt”. I added the RIP Cookies (instructions just below to make those) Peeps Halloween pumpkins and Ghosts as well as candy eyes and a few sprinkles. Simple but cute.
Refrigerate. Let them set up in the fridge for about an hour before serving.

How to Make RIP Cookies

These are very simple to make, and there are multiple ways you can do it.

First you want to cut or break each cookie almost in half, so that is resembles a hedgestone. You could also leave it whole and just push it down into the pudding enough if you wanted to.
Using some of your food coloring, squeeze a tiny bit out on a plate, use a small paint brush to paint on the letters RIP.
Decorating Gel – if you have or want to use black decorating gel (Wilton and other brands sell this in the baking aisle) you can pipe the letters onto your cookie. Just give it time to set up before adding it to your pudding cups.

Recipe Tips & Variations

Don’t want to buy the buckets, use clear plastic cups and it works great!
Sub brownies for the cake and these are still delicious!
I used vanilla pudding, but you can use French Vanilla or Cheesecake are the other classic white ones that are easy to add coloring to.
Get creative with the decorations. You can use the candy corn pumpkins or gummy worms instead of the Peeps candy for a different look.
Don’t want to use food coloring? You can use chocolate pudding in the layers and make it all “dirt”. Or you can use natural food coloring that you can find in lots of stores these days.

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Yield: 10

Graveyard Halloween Pudding Cups

These Graveyard Halloween Pudding Cups are such a fun treat for Halloween! You can put them in little dirt cups like these or use clear plastic cups to make them fun for the kids and adults!

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Additional Time 2 hours

Total Time 3 hours

Ingredients

1 (15.25 ounce) box chocolate cake mix
Water, oil and eggs called for on the box
2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant vanilla pudding
4 cups cold milk
8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
Green, Orange, Purple Food Coloring
1 1/2 cups crushed Oreo cookie crumbs
10 Milano cookies
Candy Eyes
Festive Sprinkles
10 (8 oz) clear plastic buckets or cups

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350º F.
Prepare cake according to the package instructions, baking in a 13x9 inch pan. Once baked, remove from the oven and cool completely. Cut into small 1 inch cubes.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl whisk together pudding and milk until it starts to thicken. Fold in whipped topping. Place in the fridge for about an hour for it to thicken.
Once the pudding is set, divide into 3 bowls and color each one (orange, purple and green).
In the bottom of your bucket or cup place a layer of cake, top with one color of pudding. Repeat until you have all 3 colors of pudding.
Top each bucket with crushed Oreos.
Cut or break off the bottom of each Milano cookie (or leave whole and insert further into the pudding so it is the right height). Put a tiny bit of food coloring onto a plate, and use a small paint brush to paint on the RIP. Or use Decorating Gel to write it on if you have it. Insert each cookie into the cup.
Decorate each cup by adding candy eyes, festive sprinkles, Peep ghosts or pumpkins, candy corn etc.
Place in the fridge for 1 hour to let them set up before serving.

Notes

Use Homemade Stabilized Whipped Cream in place of whipped topping if desired.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 233Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 7gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 27mgSodium 147mgCarbohydrates 26gFiber 1gSugar 20gProtein 5g

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Homemade Garlic Aioli

Erin S — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

This Homemade Garlic Aioli will take your sandwich game to a whole new level. It is super easy to make, ready in 5 minutes and the perfect balance of flavors.

This is a shortcut version of garlic aioli that you can make in just 5 minutes. It has been my go-to recipe for years, and is the perfect addition to your Classic Hamburgers, Chicken Club Wraps, to use on your Turkey Club Sandwich or even to use as a dip. This takes mayo to a whole new level with lemon and garlic that just make it extra delicious.

What Is Aioli

Aioli is a sauce that is an emulsion of garlic and olive oil. It is originally from Spain and the Mediterranean area. Spain, Italian and parts of France each have their own slight variations.

Mayo is a shortcut to making aioli, since it is often an emulsion of vegetable oil, garlic, and egg. So technically if you want to make true from scratch aioli, you would start with olive oil and garlic and emulsify and season from there. It is over the top delicious, but this version takes less than 5 minutes, and uses ingredients and supplies that everyone has on hand, so it is a shortcut you can make any day of the week!

What You’ll Need

Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card to get the measurements and full instructions!

Mayo – you want to use full fat and if you can use the kind with olive oil even better
Garlic
Lemon Juice
Olive Oil
Salt
Black Pepper

How To Make Garlic Aioli

Measure all of the ingredients into a small bowl.
Whisk until very well combined.
Store in the fridge for an hour before serving.

For a milder garlic flavor, but my actual favorite way to make it use Roasted Garlic in place of raw garlic. There is just something about roasted garlic that makes it extra amazing.

How To Use Garlic Aioli

Because aioli is basically just a flavored mayo, you can use it anyway you would traditional mayo. It is great on sandwiches or burgers, you can use it in dips, anytime you just want a little extra flavor to your mayo.

Recipe Tips & Variations

Aioli is really a blank canvas you can mix up and make your own. Add Sriracha for a little spice, add in chopped basil or Spinach Pesto for a twist. You could use flavored oil for even more flavor. Lots of ways to mix it up to make it fit whatever you are using it for.
Use full fat mayo. For the best results you really want to use a full fat mayo. And the variety that is made with olive oil works really well with aioli, since the from scratch version starts with an olive oil base.
Fresh lemon juice is always the best, but in a pinch if you only have bottled it will work.
If it separates a little while sitting in the fridge, just whisk together again before using.
Store Garlic Aioli in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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Yield: 6

Homemade Garlic Aioli

This Homemade Garlic Aioli will take your sandwich game to a whole new level. It is super easy to make, ready in 5 minutes and the perfect balance of flavors.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Additional Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients

1/2 cup mayo
1 clove garlic, grated
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon olive oi
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Measure all of the ingredients into a small bowl.
Whisk well until well combined and smooth.
Store in the fridge for at least 60 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 128Total Fat 14gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 11gCholesterol 8mgSodium 297mgCarbohydrates 1gFiber 0gSugar 0gProtein 0g

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Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Sandwich

Erin S — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

This Crispy Chicken Sandwich is kind of like a homemade McChicken sandwich made in the air fryer. Super easy to make, ready in no time, and the perfect quick weeknight meal!

Crispy Chicken Sandwiches seem to be all the rage lately at just about every restaurant chain out there. This one is a little different because it uses ground chicken. I find that the ground chicken works really well in a home environment, because you don’t have to worry about getting it cooked all the way through. Plus is just cooks so much faster; 10 minutes and this is done. And because it uses ground chicken is is almost like a homemade McDonald Crispy McChicken Sandwich.

Why You’ll Love This Crispy Chicken Sandwich

Fast – these cook in 10 minutes in the air fryer, so you can have dinner on the table in about 15 minutes, which can’t be beat on a busy night.
Low Fat – Ground chicken is a very lean meat, and there is no fat added to this recipe. They are SUPER crispy from the air fryer, but a very healthy, lower calorie, low fat sandwich.
Easy – just a few basic ingredients and the spices you probably have on hand already. You can really pick up the ingredients at any store or have in the pantry for when you want to make these.

What You’ll Need

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Ground Chicken
Yellow Mustard
Paprika
Garlic Powder
Onion Powder
Salt
Black Pepper
Cornflakes
Hamburger Buns

How To Make Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Sandwiches

Make patties. In a mixing bowl combine ground chicken with mustard and all of the spices. Mix until everything is really well combined. Divide into 4 equal portions, and shape into a burger like patty.
Coat patties. In a plastic bag or using a food processor smash cornflakes to make into small crumbs. Place in a shallow bowl and press each chicken patty into the crumbs to evenly coat.
Cook. Spray both sides of the chicken with olive oil spray and cook for 5 minutes each side.
Serve. Remove the crispy chicken from the air fryer, place on a bun, and top as desired.

Crispy Chicken Sandwich Toppings

This is where you can get creative and add whatever you like! If you are craving the McChicken from McDonald’s, I would suggest shredded lettuce and mayo. But if you want to take it up a few levels, here are a few ideas.

Garlic Aioli
Canes Sauce
Buffalo Sauce
Avocado
Lettuce
Tomatoes
Onions

What To Serve With Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich

Storage

One of the things I like most about these chicken sandwiches is how easy they are to just cook 1 or all 4 at the same time. Even if you are only cooking 1, coat all of the chicken patties in the cornflakes. Then just cover any uncooked chicken and place in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can remove and cook as directed to have a fresh chicken sandwich in minutes.

If you have leftover cooked chicken, store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. To reheat you can use the airfryer at a lower temperature (350º F) for 5-6 minutes, so that you can get the middle warm, without burning the outside.

To make this recipe I used a Cosori 5.8 Qt Air Fryer. It is big enough that you can fit plenty of food in, and the basket comes out so you can easily shake, stir, or flip whatever you are making.

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Yield: 4

Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Sandwich

This Crispy Chicken Sandwich is kind of like a homemade McChicken sandwich made in the air fryer. Super easy to make, ready in no time, and the perfect quick weeknight meal!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

1 pound ground chicken
1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups cornflakes
Olive Oil or Avocado Oil Spray
4 hamburger buns

Instructions

In a mixing bowl add ground chicken, mustard, and the remaining spices. Mix until very well combined.
Divide the chicken into 4 equal sized portions. Shape into 4 burger like patties.
In a plastic bag or food processor smash cornflake into crumbs and pour into a shallow bowl.
Coat each chicken patty evenly in the cornflake crumbs, making sure it is completely coated.
Spray each side with olive oil spray and place in air fryer.
Cook at 380º F for 5 minutes per side.
Remove from the air fryer and serve on a bun with your desired toppings.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 376Total Fat 14gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 9gCholesterol 121mgSodium 938mgCarbohydrates 31gFiber 2gSugar 4gProtein 32g

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Homemade Salsa Verde

Erin S — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

This Homemade Salsa Verde is super easy to make and is a delicious tomatillo salsa you can make in minutes for taco night or just snacking.

I have always been a fan of tomatillo salsa, it is just a fun twist from the classic red Restaurant Style Salsa. When I was growing up there was one restaurant that had a spicy salsa verde, and it was the first place I ever tried it. And it was the only restaurant for a long time that ever had it available. So making it home because a mission to perfect it! Because we all know homemade salsa is better than any store bought jar out there.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy. Roasting the tomatillos is the most work involved in this. And then you just puree in the blender, couldn’t be easier!
Control the Spice. We like things spicy in our house, so I use an entire serrano, or multiple if I am making a large batch. But you can use only half or you can remove the seeds to reduce the heat and make it fit your tastes.
Make Ahead. Because you are roasting the tomatillos, it is warm when you blend it. You want it to chill for a couple of hours to get cold and have the flavors blend together. So it is perfect to make ahead for a party or taco night or to take to a potluck.

What You’ll Need

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Tomatillos
Garlic
Serrano Pepper or Jalapeno
Onion
Cilantro
Lime Juice
Salt & Pepper

What Are Tomatillos

Tomatillos look like a small green tomato that is still in the husk, or papery wrapper. It is not a green tomato though, they are different. Tomatillos are a fruit that is native to Mexico. They have a slightly more acidic, less sweet taste than a green tomato would have. To use a tomatillo, you remove the husk and then wash well to get rid of the waxy coating that is left behind.

For the best flavor, I think you really want to cook them; either roast or cook in a skillet over high heat to blister the outside. Cooking them helps mellow the acidity a little bit and helps whatever you are using them in have a more balanced flavor. My Instant Pot Pozole uses this same method to make the sauce.

How To Make Salsa Verde

The first thing is to prep your tomatillos. Remove the husk and wash them under warm water to remove the waxy coating. Cut them in half and place in a baking try.
Add chopped onion, crushed cloves of garlic and your serrano pepper to the tray.
Bake for 15 minutes, until the peppers start to char.
Remove from the oven and scrape everything on the tray into a blender or food processor. Add the cilantro and lime juice, puree until smooth.
Taste and add salt and pepper as desired.
Pour into a bowl, cover and place in the fridge for at least 4 hours before serving.

How To Use Salsa Verde

You really can use this salsa like you could any salsa, it just mixes up the flavor a little. Serve with Homemade Tortilla Chips for a perfect snack. Or use with any of these recipes for a twist.

Storing Salsa Verde

You will want to store this in an airtight container in the fridge. It should last at least a week. You can easily double or triple the batch as well if you are looking to make for a large gathering.

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Yield: 8

Salsa Verde

This Homemade Salsa Verde is super easy to make and is a delicious tomatillo salsa you can make in minutes for taco night or just snacking.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Additional Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes

Ingredients

1 pound tomatillos
1/2 onion, chopped
1 serrano pepper (or jalapeno)
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
1 Tablespoon lime juice
Salt & Pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 450º F.
Remove the husks from the tomatillos and wash under warm water to remove waxy coating.
Cut tomatillos in half and place on a baking tray. Add coarsely chopped onion and serrano pepper
Crush cloves of garlic and remove the peel. Add to baking sheet.
Bake for about 15 minutes until the tomatillos start to brown.
Remove from the oven and pour the entire contents of the baking tray into a food processor or blender. Add cilantro and lime juice, process until smooth.
Taste and add salt and pepper as desired.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 23Total Fat 1gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 38mgCarbohydrates 4gFiber 1gSugar 3gProtein 1g

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Mummy Pretzels

Erin S — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

These White Chocolate Mummy Pretzel Rods are such a cute and fun Halloween treat that are ready in just minutes! Super easy to make even the kids can do it!

Halloween is such a fun holiday to make treats for. You can use just about anything white, green or purple, add eyes and it is fitting for the holiday. It is such a great way to get creative and make it fun. You can do a dessert like Ghost Cupcakes or a drink like Witches Brew and everything in between.

Why You’ll Love These Mummy Pretzels

Fast – you really can make these in about 10 minutes, the longest time is letting the chocolate set upl
Easy – just 3 ingredients is all you need, and dipping pretzels in chocolate (check out my tips below) is something even the kids can help with.
Fun – get creative with your decorating! I made them look like classic mummies, but you could use different colors, different candy eyes and make them even more fun.

What You’ll Need

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Pretzel Rods
White Melting Chocolate
Candy Eyes

You can find candy eyes at most grocery stores or any craft store or Amazon. Wilton makes them, but so do store brands and other cake decorating brands.

How To Make Mummy Pretzels

Start by melting the chocolate. Place in a microwave safe bowl and heat for 60 seconds. Stir well, and heat for 20 second intervals until completely melted.
Pour the melted chocolate into a tall drinking glass. Place the pretzel rod into the center, lift up the cup and slightly turn it on its side for the chocolate to come up higher on the pretzel. Roll the pretzel through the chocolate.
Remove the chocolate from the chocolate, holding over the glass for some of the excess to drip off.
Place on a lined baking sheet to set up. Continue with the rest of the pretzels
Gently place eyes on the pretzel rods, using 1 or 2 per rod, depending on what look you are going for.
Use a fork (or pour the remaining chocolate into a bag and snip off the end), and drizzle chocolate over the pretzels to look like the mummy wraps.
Let the chocolate set up completely for at least 60 minutes.

Storing Pretzel Rods

After the chocolate is completely set, transfer the mummy pretzels to an airtight container. They will keep at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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Yield: 24

Mummy Pretzels

These White Chocolate Mummy Pretzel Rods are such a cute and fun Halloween treat that are ready in just minutes! Super easy to make even the kids can do it!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Additional Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

1 pound white melting chocolate
12 oz bag Pretzel rods
Candy Eyes

Instructions

Place chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and heat for 60 seconds. Stir well, and heat for 20 second intervals until completely melted.
Pour the melted chocolate into a tall drinking glass. Place the pretzel rod into the center, lift up the cup and slightly turn it on its side for the chocolate to come up higher on the pretzel. Roll the pretzel through the chocolate.
Remove the chocolate from the chocolate, holding over the glass for some of the excess to drip off.
Place on a lined baking sheet to set up. Continue with the rest of the pretzels
Gently place eyes on the pretzel rods, using 1 or 2 per rod, depending on what look you are going for.
Use a fork (or pour the remaining chocolate into a bag and snip off the end), and drizzle chocolate over the pretzels to look like the mummy wraps.
Let the chocolate set up completely for at least 60 minutes.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 157Total Fat 6gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 4mgSodium 191mgCarbohydrates 23gFiber 1gSugar 10gProtein 3g

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Fajita Seasoning

Erin S — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

This homemade fajita seasoning is spicy, smoky, salty, and the only seasoning you’ll need to make perfect fajitas every time. It’s loaded with onion, garlic, and cumin, and only takes a few minutes to make.

One of my favorite foods to make is chicken fajitas. What could be better than spicy, juicy meat, loaded with seasonings, onions, and peppers, and served with warm tortillas? Every time I make this amazing Mexican meal, I use my homemade fajita seasoning. It’s truly the only flavor you’ll need to add to your fajitas.

The secret to this recipe is that it’s so well-balanced. It’s not too spicy, not too salty, and not too smoky. It has the perfect hit of cumin and garlic, and the flavors really stand out when you cook up a batch of chicken, steak, or shrimp fajitas. So the next time you’re making Mexican food, give this spice rub a try.

Why This Is the Best Fajita Seasoning Recipe

I always have a jar of homemade fajita seasoning on my spice rack. Here’s why I know you’ll love it.

Fast and easy. There’s nothing easier than making a good spice rub. All you have to do is take seven spices, mix them together, and put them in a jar. That’s literally the entire recipe!
Better than store-bought. Most people use a store-bought rub when they make fajitas. But this recipe is so much better. It tastes way more fresh and flavorful than anything you’ll buy in the store.
Cheaper. It’s also way cheaper to make your own spice rubs. Fajita seasoning gets really marked up in the store, so you can save a lot of money by making your own.
Super versatile. This spice rub is a one-stop shop for when you make fajitas. It’s my go-to shrimp fajita seasoning, steak fajita seasoning, and chicken fajita seasoning recipe. You can also use it to season the meat in any other Mexican recipe.

Ingredients Needed

Here are the ingredients that you’ll need to make this spicy and smoky homemade rub. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the page to see the exact amounts for each of the ingredients.

Chili powder
Ground cumin
Paprika – I like to use smoked paprika for fajitas.
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Salt
Black pepper – For best results, use freshly-cracked black pepper.

How to Make Fajita Seasoning

Here’s how to make this restaurant-quality fajita seasoning in just a few minutes. It’s as easy as recipes get!

Mix. Put all of the ingredients together in a bowl or a jar, and mix until well combined.
Store. Transfer the fajita mix to a spice jar or other airtight container.

Tricks and Variations

Here are a few tips for making the best fajita seasoning, and a few variations you can try.

Adjust to your liking. One of the best things about homemade seasoning mixes is that you can adjust them to your tastebuds. If you like your fajitas spicier, you can increase the chili powder and black pepper, or add cayenne pepper or hot paprika. If you don’t like spicy food, just cut back on the chili. You can add chipotle powder for additional smokiness, or dried herbs like oregano, thyme, and rosemary for a fresher flavor. Feel free to add and subtract based on what you like!
Use fresh spices. Dried spices don’t expire, but they do lose their flavor over time. For the freshest and most flavorful fajita seasoning, use spices that you’ve purchased within the last year.
Shake before using. Sometimes homemade spice rubs can separate over time, as the heavier ingredients sink to the bottom of the jar. Before using this smoky and spicy fajita seasoning, give the jar a shake to make sure the ingredients are mixed together.

What to Make With Homemade Fajita Seasoning

It goes without saying that the best thing that you can do with this spice rub is make fajitas! I use 2 Tablespoons of this recipe for every pound or 1 ½ pounds of meat. You can use it as a dry rub, or mix it with olive oil and lime juice to create a marinade. Then all you have to do is make your favorite fajitas (I’m currently in love with Instant Pot Chicken Fajitas). You can also use fajita seasoning to flavor the meat in any other Mexican recipe, such as Taco Casserole, Mexican Pizza, or Totchos.

How to Store

Storing homemade fajita seasoning couldn’t be easier. All you have to do is place it in an airtight container and keep it out of direct sunlight. It will last forever, but I recommend using it within a year or the flavors will grow stale.

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Yield: 6 Tablespoons

Fajita Seasoning

This fajita seasoning is smoky, spicy, salty, and way better than a store-bought spice rub. It's perfect for steak, chicken, or shrimp fajitas, and only takes a few minutes to make.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 Tablespoons ground cumin
1 Tablespoon paprika
1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 scant teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Mix all of the spices together.
Store in an airtight container out of direct sunlight.

Notes

Use 2 tablespoons of fajita seasoning for each 1-1 1/2 pound of meat.
You can use this as a dry rub, or mix it with olive oil and lime juice to make a marinade.
For best results, use spices that have been purchased within the last year.
The fajita seasoning will last indefinitely if store out of direct sunlight, but will start to get a little less flavorful after a year.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 22Total Fat 1gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 0mgSodium 346mgCarbohydrates 4gFiber 2gSugar 0gProtein 1g

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