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Name: Garlic Herb Butter
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 4 cups of heavy whipping cream; 2 tablespoons of parsley; 2 tablespoons of minced garlic; 4 stems of thyme

Easy Garlic Herb Butter Recipe

November 19, 2024 by Rachel Leave a Comment

Garlic herb butter is the ultimate kitchen secret for adding rich, savory flavor to just about any dish. Whether you’re spreading it on freshly baked bread, topping a juicy steak, or tossing it with pasta, this easy garlic herb butter recipe is a game changer. With just a few simple ingredients—like fresh garlic, fragrant herbs, and creamy butter—you can elevate your meals in minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a delicious gift for foodie friends. This homemade garlic herb butter is versatile, flavorful, and incredibly simple to make. Let’s dive into how you can whip up this crowd-pleasing treat in no time!

An Easy Garlic Herb Butter recipe is perfect for the holiday season because it adds a touch of elegance and flavor to all your festive meals with minimal effort. Whether you’re roasting vegetables, spreading it on warm dinner rolls, or using it to enhance a holiday roast, this fragrant butter elevates simple dishes to something truly special. The combination of garlic and fresh herbs is both comforting and savory, making it a versatile addition to your holiday table. Plus, it’s a great make-ahead option that can be prepped in advance, freeing up your time to focus on other aspects of holiday cooking. This homemade garlic herb butter also makes a wonderful gift when packaged in a cute jar, offering friends and family a little taste of the season’s warmth and flavor.

What you’ll need for this recipe

To make this flavorful garlic herb butter, you’ll need just a few key ingredients. Start with 4 cups of heavy whipping cream to create the base for your butter. Next, add 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley for a burst of color and fresh, earthy flavor. 2 tablespoons of minced garlic will give the butter its rich, savory kick, while 4 stems of thyme infuse the butter with a fragrant herbal note. These simple ingredients come together to create a buttery spread that’s perfect for enhancing your meals, from fresh bread to roasted vegetables and beyond.

It’s such an easy recipe that is just perfect for Thanksgiving and the upcoming Christmas holiday.

Easy Garlic Herb Butter Recipe

Yield: 2 cups

Garlic Herb Butter

Prep Time 20 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

4 cups of heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons of parsley
2 tablespoons of minced garlic
4 stems of thyme

Instructions

INGREDIENTS

Place the heavy cream in a stand mixer and whisk on medium speed for 3 minutes. The cream will start to whip and thicken.
Once thickened, increase the speed to high and whisk for 5 minutes out until butter form in the whisk and separates from the buttermilk. You’ll want to cover the bowl to avoid splashing.
Once butter is formed strain away from buttermilk using cheese cloth. Form the butter into a ball and drain the butter milk. Discard or use the butter milk.
Add butter, parsley, garlic and removing the thyme from the steams and mix together for 2 minutes.
Use soft butter or form into a log and refrigerate to harden to form.
ENJOY!

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Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff

November 18, 2024 by Rachel Leave a Comment

Rich, creamy, and comforting, Beef Stroganoff is a classic dish that’s perfect for cozy dinner. Traditionally, it can take time to prepare. Enter the Instant Pot! With this easy recipe, you can enjoy the flavors of this beloved dish in a fraction of the time. Ground beef is simmered in a savory, creamy sauce with mushrooms and onions. Thus, creating a meal that’s as hearty as it is delicious. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or looking for a quick weeknight dinner, this Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff will become your new go-to for a satisfying, no-fuss meal that tastes like it’s been simmering all day long.

But why use an Instant Pot?

Using the Instant Pot to make meals is a game-changer for busy home cooks. It combines multiple cooking functions—pressure cooking, sautéing, slow cooking, and more—into one appliance, saving both time and effort. The pressure cooking feature significantly speeds up cooking times, making it possible to prepare meals like stews, soups, and even roasts in a fraction of the time compared to traditional methods. Additionally, the Instant Pot locks in flavors, tenderizes meat quickly, and allows for hands-off cooking, so you can set it and forget it while it does the work. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or prepping a comforting meal for family and friends, the Instant Pot makes it easy to enjoy homemade, flavorful dishes with minimal cleanup.

What you’ll need to make this satisfying meal

To make a delicious and comforting Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff, you’ll need just a few simple ingredients. They come together to create a rich, creamy dish. From tender beef and savory onions, to hearty egg noodles and a smooth sour cream sauce. This recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Here’s a quick list of what you’ll need to get started on this flavorful, one-pot meal.

ground beef (the leaner the better, but 85/15 works just fine)
salt and black pepper
vegetable oil
amedium sized onion
garlic
tomato paste
beef broth
butter
mushrooms (portabella are preferred, but whatever mushroom you have on hand will work)
cornstarch
cold water
sour cream
egg noodles

How to make Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff

Yield: 4

Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 4 minutes

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 29 minutes

Ingredients

1-pound of ground beef, 85/15
salt and black pepper (for seasoning)
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, divided, plus more as needed
1/2 medium sized onion, diced
1 Tablespoon of garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon of tomato paste
1 1/2 cups of beef broth
1 Tablespoon of butter
5 ounces of mushrooms, sliced
1 Tablespoon of cornstarch
3 Tablespoons of cold water
1/4 cup of sour cream
8 ounces of egg noodles, raw

Instructions

INGREDIENTS -

Set your instant pot to sauté mode. Once your pot is hot, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Brown your ground beef. Once browned, strain the grease and set aside.
Add in one more tablespoon of oil and your butter. Once your butter is completely melted add in your mushrooms. Sauté them for about five minutes until they have softened and caramelized. Then set aside.
If needed, add a tablespoon of oil. Add in your onions and sauté for about three minutes until they soften and caramelized. Add in your garlic and stir for another minute to release the flavors.
Add in your beef broth and ground beef.
Add your sour cream and cooked mushrooms. Mix well.
Add your egg noodles to your pot. Mix well so that each noodle is covered in the gravy mixture.
Press cancel on your instant pot. With your noodles still raw, lock your lid in place and allow your noodles to cook in the sauce for about 10 minutes. Open your lid, and make sure your noodles are cooked to your liking.
Once your noodles are cooked give it one more store and transfer to a bowl. Top with fresh parsley and enjoy!

Now that you’ve made a delicious and flavorful dish, it’s time to dig in! Enjoy on a busy weeknight or for a cozy weekend meal. Whenever you make this meal, enjoy the perfectly cooked combinations of beef, mushrooms, and a savory sauce. Thankfully leaving you with minimal cleanup and maximum satisfaction. Whether you’re a seasoned Instant Pot user or just getting started, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. So, grab your Instant Pot and get ready to indulge in a comforting, homemade meal that’s both quick and delicious!

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Copycat Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookie

September 5, 2024 by Rachel Leave a Comment

If you’re a die-hard Crumbl cookie fan, you’ll understand the excitement of recreating their iconic Pink Sugar Cookie at home. Crumbl cookies expanded to the Northeast Ohio market in 2023 and our family was HERE FOR IT! In fact, I may have lined up on opening day for BOTH of our local Crumbl Cookies stores. It’s true! I immediately fell in love with these warm, soft, and buttery flaky cookies. If you have yet to try Crumbl cookies, what are you waiting for? I mean, who doesn’t love a yummy dessert?! These Copycat Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookies will have you addicted to your new favorite cookie.

Crumbl Cookie is a popular bakery chain known for its delectable and innovative cookie creations. I’ll be the first to admit that I didn’t immediately get the hype before I tried them. But Crumbl Cookie fanatics, you know that each bite is a heavenly experience! The flavors meld together to form the perfect balance of sweetness, with a texture that melts in your mouth.

It’s something you need to taste to understand. If you’re not local to a Crumbl (or even if you are), what better way to experience the flavors than by recreating them with this Copycat Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookie recipe?

Here’s what you’ll need to make Copycat Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookies

I love baking from scratch. If you do, you should have most of these ingredients on-hand. Here’s what you’ll need to whip up a batch of your favorite cookies:

butter
vegetable oil
granulated sugar
powdered sugar
egg
pure vanilla
flour
baking powder
baking soda
cream of tartar
milk
pink food coloring

Just twelve ingredients stand between you and your newest favorite indulgence. What are you waiting for?!

Yield: 5-6 cookies

Copycat Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookie

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes

Total Time 27 minutes

Ingredients

Cookie Ingredients

1 stick of butter, softened
¼ cup of vegetable oil
¾ cup of granulated sugar
3 tablespoons of powdered sugar
1 egg
1 ¼ teaspoons of vanilla
2 ½ cups of flour
½ teaspoon of baking powder
¼ teaspoon of baking soda
¼ teaspoon of cream of tartar

Icing Ingredients

1 stick of butter, softened
2 1/2 cups of powdered sugar
2 tablespoons of milk
½ teaspoon of vanilla
Pink food coloring

Instructions

INGREDIENTS -

Preheat your oven to 350°F.
In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and cream of tartar; set aside.
Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat together the butter, sugar, and 3 tablespoons powdered sugar until fluffy, then mix in the oil.
Add the egg and vanilla, beating until combined.
Gradually add the dry mixture until just blended.
Portion the dough into 2 1/2” balls (or 130g). Place them on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and flatten to form a 4-5” cookie.
Arrange the cookies on a pan about 2” apart and bake for 9-12 minutes at 350°F.
Allow to cool completely.
For the frosting, beat together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Add the milk and vanilla, blending to your desired consistency, adjusting with more cream or sugar as needed.
Mix in a few drops of pink food coloring until you achieve the desired shade.
Frost the cooled cookies and refrigerate them.
ENJOY!

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Ted Lasso Biscuits With The Boss Recipe

August 20, 2024 by Rachel Leave a Comment

Ted Lasso, the Apple TV show that gave us everything we needed in 2020, may go down as one of the best shows of all time. It’s wholesome (while still managing to say the F word a thousand times), funny, and flat-out heartwarming. If you haven’t seen this show, you need to subscribe to Apple TV+ right now — I promise, you won’t regret it! By the end of the series, you’ll have only ONE cast member that you *still* don’t like. The rest? You’ll love them. All of them. Oh — and you’ll cry, a LOT. But you’ll also come away asking yourself this — “What are those delicious biscuits that Rebecca loves and how can I try them?” Well, friends, I have the answer. This copycat recipe for the Ted Lasso Biscuits with the Boss will have you coming back for more.

Let’s talk about the biscuits

Listen, you can tell me you have a biscuit and I will always say ‘yes.’ Whether it’s a southern USA biscuit or a biscuit from the UK, I am HERE FOR IT. But, yes, they are very different. One savory, and one sweet. Both delicious. These biscuits are of the sweet variety. Basically, they are shortbread. Which is my absolute favorite of all the cookies in the world.

I’ve tried several variations on these biscuits. This particular recipe creates a buttery, flaky, perfectly crisp on the edges flavor that you really need in a biscuit. Also? I think Ted Lasso (and Rebecca) would approve!

What you’ll need

This recipe is not difficult. There are only five — FIVE! — ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:

1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup of granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling
2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon of kosher salt
2 cups of all-purpose flour

Oh — and when you bite into these biscuits, here’s what you’ll say: “I feel like we fell out of the lucky tree and hit every branch on the way down, ended up in a pool of cash and Sour Patch Kids.” – Ted Lasso.

PS. Grab the signature pink boxes here.

Ted Lasso Biscuits with the Boss

Yield: 20 biscuits

Ted Lasso Biscuits With The Boss

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup of granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling
2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon of kosher salt
2 cups of all-purpose flour

Instructions

INGREDIENTS -

Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 1-inch overhang on each side, and set aside.
With a stand or hand mixer and a paddle attachment, combine the butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt on low speed, then increase to medium. Mix until light and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Scrape the bowls sides and add the flour while mixing on low until a moist, crumbly dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan and gently press it down to fill the pan evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and use a spatula to smooth the surface.
Preheat the oven, position the rack in the center and set to 325ºF.
Poke the dough's surface lightly with a fork about 36 times, spacing evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or freeze for up to 15 minutes.
Remove from refrigerator. Bake until the surface and edges are golden brown, approximately 30 to 35 minutes.
Allow to cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
While still warm, cut into rectangles of your preferred size with a sharp knife and optionally sprinkle with granulated sugar (about 1 tablespoon).
Let cool completely in the pan. Carefully lift the biscuits out using the parchment paper overhang.
ENJOY!

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Easy Slow Cooker Meatball Subs

August 11, 2024 by Rachel 1 Comment

Well we’re slowly getting into our back-to-school groove. And along with back-to-school is back to the busy evening routine that is having three children. I find that sticking to a routine works best for our family. From keeping a clear calendar on our whiteboard, to planning out dinners and nights for takeout meals, we function best when everyone is on the same page. Something we’re all always on the same page about is meatball subs. First, homemade meatballs are just delicious. Second, cover them with cheese and slap them on a bun? Sold! It’s a meal the whole family likes. Bonus points? It’s a slow cooker meal, which means this busy mom can set and forget. And it’s exactly why you need to add this easy slow cooker meatball subs recipe to your meal rotation.

Why the slow cooker?

So why make these in the slow cooker? You know I love using my Instant Pot, but a slow cooker is also right up there with my preferred kitchen gadgets. My love of my Instant Pot is beyond measure, but sometimes I need to just set a meal up and forget about it until dinner time. And that’s exactly why I love using my slow cooker (PS. this is my favorite one).

What you’ll need to make Easy Slow Cooker Meatball Subs

The key to this recipe is making a meatball that won’t fall apart while cooking. These meatballs have an incredible consistency and incredible flavor. Bonus points? The smell while they are cooking is divine!

Here’s what you’ll need:

Panko crumbs
Parmesan cheese
garlic powder
onion powder
Italian seasoning
salt
2 eggs
milk
Italian sausage
ground beef
crushed tomatoes
split top hot dog buns
shredded mozzarella to top it off!

That’s all you’ll need for a delicious dinner!

Slow Cooker Meatball Subs Recipe

Yield: 8 sandwiches

Slow Cooker Meatball Subs

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 3 hours

Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

1/2 cup of Panko crumbs
1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon of garlic powder, divided
1 teaspoon of onion powder, divided
2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, divided
1 teaspoon of salt, divided
2 large eggs
1/4 cup of milk
1 pound of Italian sausage
1 pound of lean ground beef
2 cups of crushed tomatoes
8 split top sliced hot dog buns
1 cup of shredded mozzarella

Instructions

INGREDIENTS -

In a small mixing bowl, combine the crumbs, Parmesan, and spices. Set this aside.
In a larger mixing bowl, begin to mix the two ground meats.
Add the eggs and milk and mix.
Finally, add the crumb mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
Divide the meat into 1” - 2” balls and set aside for 15 mins.
While the meat is resting, mix the remaining spices into the crushed tomatoes and mix.
Place the meatballs in the slow cooker and set it on high.

Cook for 2 hours and then add the marinara sauce to cook for another hour.
Once the meatballs are cooked, place 3 meatballs on a bun and top with mozzarella. you and even top it with fresh chopped basil.
ENJOY!

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Copycat Twix Candy Bar

July 9, 2024 by Rachel Leave a Comment

I’ve confessed this secret before, but I need to say it again — I, in general, do not like chocolate. I know, I know! What kind of person doesn’t like chocolate?! Well, me… mostly. The one and only type of chocolate I will always say yes to is a sweet and salty combination. Enter Twix. I still remember the first time I had a Twix candy bar. It was Halloween. And it was love at first bite. The crumbly, salty, shortbread cookie, creamy caramel, mixed with the milk chocolate? Absolute heaven. To this day, it’s one of only a couple of candy bars that I will always, always eat (I’m looking at you, too, Payday!). If you like caramel and shortbread, you must try this Copycat Twix Candy Bar recipe.

What you’ll need for this recipe

I’m such a huge fan of shortbread. It’s easy and so delicious. And it’s a classic treat. The homemade shortbread in these Copycat Twix Candy Bars is the key to its deliciousness.

Here’s what you’ll need:

a stick of salted butter
granulated sugar
all-purpose flour
vanilla extract
caramel baking pieces
heavy cream
chocolate chips
coconut oil

Just a few ingredients and you’ll have the most delicious treat!

Copycat Twix Candy Bar

Yield: 14 bars

Copycat Twix Bars

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 18 minutes

Total Time 33 minutes

Ingredients

8 tablespoons of salted butter
3 tablespoons of granulated sugar
1 cup + 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
8 ounces of caramel baking pieces
1 1/2 tablespoons of heavy cream
2 cups of chocolate chips
1 tablespoon of coconut oil

Instructions

INGREDIENTS -

Set your oven to 350°F and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, cut two sheets of parchment 8x16 and layer them perpendicular in the pan.
Using a stand mixer or a hand mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until smooth.
Mix in the vanilla extract and flour until the dough forms.
Spread the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
Cook for 18 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown.
Let it cool. Once completely cooled, cut the short bread into 1 x 4 inch bars. You'll need to use a very sharp knife and move slowly to prevent cracking/breaking.
While the crust is cooling, melt the caramel pieces in the microwave. Combine caramel and heavy cream in a heatproof bowl, and heat in 30-second intervals until fully melted and smooth.
Add the cooled caramel to piping bag and then pipe the caramel onto the top of the cookie bars.
Cool the bars for 30 minutes, until the caramel firms.
Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in the microwave. Stir until the mixture turns smooth, then allow it to cool.
Place the chilled bars on a baking rack over parchment.
Spoon the melted chocolate over each bar until fully coated.
Let the chocolate harden before refrigerating or freezing the bars.
ENJOY!