This is the ultimate guide to the instant pot. Whether you are just opening your brand new instant pot, or are trying to expand your skills with the instant pot electric pressure cooker – this post is for you! I have been using my instant pot consistently for almost 2 years now. I purchased it…
Kitchen Tips and Tricks
Easy Buttermilk Substitute
Learn our tried-and-true buttermilk substitute. This method works so well, we completely stopped buying buttermilk! Do you ever get really excited to make a recipe, start pulling out the ingredients, only to realize you don’t have buttermilk on hand? I have. Too many times to count. I got sick of not having buttermilk on hand,…
Freezer Cooking Session #5
It has been a loooong time since I’ve posted a freezer cooking session post. Almost 2 years to be exact. I have still been cooking for my freezer on and off, but have not shared it in that form on here. Although, I did host a freezer cooking challenge in 2016 (in preparation for baby #3)….
No-Cook Homemade Pizza Sauce
Do you have pizza night every week at your house but don’t want to foot the bill for delivery every single week? Save money with this quick and easy no-cook homemade pizza sauce recipe. The Perfect Homemade Pizza Sauce The recipe for homemade pizza sauce calls for canned tomatoes. Canned tomatoes are one of those…
Ling Ling Cooking Event with Chef Katie Chin
This post was sponsored by Ling Ling, all opinions expressed in my post are my own. As you may have caught on social media last week, I got to go spend the evening in San Francisco at a cooking event with Ling Ling. This event was hosted by Chef Katie Chin. If you haven’t heard…
10 Minute Alfredo Sauce
I love a good restaurant Alfredo sauce. But, did you know you can make a deliciously creamy and decadent Alfredo sauce quickly and easily at home? You sure can!This recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and it will be ready in just 10 minutes. No, really. That’s all it takes. Simply start by simmering…
How to Ripen Bananas in the Oven
Have you ever had a craving for banana bread but didn’t have ripe bananas? I’ve been there and I know it can be a big disappointment to have to wait several days for your bananas to ripen. That was until a friend told me how to ripe bananas in the oven. I was a little…
Join me at Macy’s Culinary Council with Chef Timothy Hollingsworth
This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of Macy’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. Join me at Macy’s Broadway Plaza on August 27th for a FREE cooking event! As you know, I am a total foodie and don’t really miss a chance for free food and drinks. 😉 The Macy’s…
9 Reasons Why the Instant Pot is Perfect for Busy Moms
It’s no secret that I love my Instant Pot. It’s a handy helper in the kitchen that saves time and effort – giving busy moms more time to spend with their families, on themselves, or doing anything besides standing in front of a hot stove. For those of you on the fence, I thought I would…
Quick and Healthy Instant Pot Chicken Stock
This post for Instant Pot Chicken Stock contains affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy here. Making chicken broth in the instant pot is quick and simple with this recipe for instant pot chicken stock. Chicken stock has so many great uses from making flavorful soups, to adding a little something extra to other instant pot…