Learn how to make one of the most popular Chinese-American appetizers at home with this Crab Rangoon recipe. Classic deep fried, airfryer, and oven instructions included.
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General Tso’s Chicken
Learn the origins of General Tso’s Chicken and how to make a version of the sweet-spicy dish at home that’s just as good as takeout (if not better!).
Shrimp Lo Mein
This Shrimp Lo Mein recipe with tender egg noodles, crispy vegetables, and juicy shrimp is easy to make and customize with your favorite add-ins. 30 minutes, prep to finish, with just 15 minutes at the stove!
Chinese-Inspired Cooking: Pantry Essentials
Stock your pantry with some of my favorite essentials for restaurant-quality Chinese cooking! From the different types of soy sauce to rice wine, black vinegar, oils, and more, you’ll be able to navigate the market and learn what makes each of these ingredients distinctive with this guide.
Beef and Broccoli Recipe
You can have this classic Beef and Broccoli stir-fry on the table in an hour! Learn all the tips and tricks you need to make this restaurant classic in your own kitchen.
Mandarin Orange Chicken Salad with Plum Vinaigrette
Chinese Chicken Salad is a popular lunch dish on many American restaurant menus, and is easy to recreate at home!
Wonton Soup Recipe
Everything you need to know to make restaurant-quality pork and shrimp Wonton Soup, from filling, to folding, the aromatic Asian-style broth.
Fried Wonton Strips (Restaurant Style)
These crispy Fried Wonton Strips are just like the ones served in American Chinese restaurants. Don’t forget the duck sauce and Chinese mustard for dipping!
Breakfast Quinoa with Blueberries
Packed with protein and nutrients, this sweet, hearty breakfast quinoa porridge is one of my favorite ways to start any day of the year.
Spinach Artichoke Dip with Six Cheeses
This decadent Spinach and Artichoke Dip, loaded with six cheeses and baked to bubbly perfection, always leaves my guests scraping the bowl for more!
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
This creamy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is easy to whip up and makes a beautiful snack or appetizer. It’s a great choice for year-round entertaining, from Game Day and summer picnics, to holiday parties, and beyond!
Homemade Pita Chips
Homemade Pita Chips are an easy to make, guilt-free snack. Great for serving with dips, cheeseboards, soups, and salads. Ready in under 30 minutes!
Roast Beef Sandwiches with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Make gourmet Roast Beef Sandwiches at home, layered with sun-dried tomato pesto, baby arugula, and shaved asiago cheese. A great recipe for using leftover roast beef or serving at Game Day parties!
White Hot Chocolate (with Spiked Variations)
Cozy up to a mug of this sweet, creamy White Hot Chocolate on a cold winter’s day. Don’t miss the spiked variations for adults, in the recipe notes.
Porchetta Sandwich with Italian Salsa Verde
Thinly-sliced, slow-roasted pork meets Italian salsa verde and pickled onions for the best Porchetta Sandwich you’ll ever eat! Great for using holiday dinner leftovers, or for Game Day!
Porchetta Recipe
Slow-roasted, crispy-skinned porchetta recipe is an Italian classic for the holidays. With step-by-step instructions from shopping to serving, this post will take the guesswork out of making juicy porchetta, with the coveted crackling.
Pasta with Mussels in San Marzano Tomato Sauce
Pasta with Mussels in San Marzano Tomato Sauce is an easy to prepare dish that makes a beautiful presentation. Choose from 3 pasta sauces: Marinara, Tomato Basil, or Arrabbiata. Sponsored by La San Marzano.
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms with Gouda
These rich Crab Stuffed Mushrooms, with sweet lump crab meat, garlic, Dijon, and Gouda are a perfect appetizer or side dish for any celebration.
Peppermint Hot Chocolate
This rich, creamy Peppermint Hot Chocolate is an ultimate treat for the holidays or a cold winter day. It’s easy to make and prep ahead for entertaining.
White Chocolate Chai Shortbread Cookies
This recipe combines two of my favorite winter treats: shortbread and Chai tea lattes. Speckled with black tea leaves and spices, and finished with a white chocolate drizzle, these Chai Shortbread Cookies are perfect for a cold day.
Make it More Than Rosé All Day…Make it Rosé for Holidays!
Rosé wine isn’t just for summer! In this guest post, Certified Sommelier and Italian Wine Ambassador, Hugh Preece, shows us how to incorporate rosé into our winter holiday celebrations.
Cornish Hens with Apple-Cranberry Rice Stuffing
Stuffed with a wild rice, cranberry, and apple stuffing and roasted with an apple cider glaze, these elegant hens are a gorgeous alternative to turkey.
Homemade Apple Pie
Pre-cooking the filling makes our favorite apple pie foolproof. Pair it with an all-butter crust for a dessert that begs to be enjoyed with seconds!
Coconut Custard Pie
This Old-Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie is one of my family’s longtime favorites. The creamy egg custard filling with toasted coconut is just rich enough to satisfy without being too decadent. Great for a holiday dessert!
Chocolate Pecan Pie with Bourbon
This Chocolate Pecan Pie with Bourbon is a decadent twist on a fall dessert classic. Serve it with cinnamon whipped cream for a showstopper holiday dessert!
Pumpkin Custard Pie
This luscious Pumpkin Custard Pie is one of my family’s longtime holiday dessert traditions. It’s creamy yet light and gently-spiced for the perfect end to a Thanksgiving feast.
Apple Hand Pies with Caramel and Walnuts
These Caramel Apple Hand Pies have a flaky butter crust, sweet apple-walnut filling, and warm spices. The perfect treat for a cozy night, tailgating, and your holiday dessert table.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate Glaze
These Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate Glaze are a delicious combination of fall flavors and textures. Easy to make and great for Thanksgiving!
Pear Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette
This easy to prepare Pear Salad with homemade maple-bacon vinaigrette is a beautiful dish to serve for lunch or as a first course during the fall and winter months.
Fresh Mussels Guide: Buying, Cleaning, and Cooking
Love mussels but aren’t sure how to prep them at home? Find out everything you need to know about how to buy, clean, and cook mussels in this guide.
Caramelized Pecans (Stovetop Recipe)
These Caramelized Pecans are a cinch to make on the stove, and you can customize them to be spicy, or salty, too! Great for salads, desserts, and cheese boards.
Homemade Caramel Apples
See how easy it is to make homemade caramel apples! These gourmet caramel-dipped apples are perfect for fall gift giving and entertaining.
Delicata Squash Salad with Brown Butter Vinaigrette
Roasted Delicata Squash Salad is a bright fall dish with baby spinach, nutty brown butter vinaigrette, and crunchy squash seeds. Perfect for lunch or as a starter course for Thanksgiving dinner.
Apple Cider Caramel
Take your fall desserts to the next level with homemade Apple Cider Caramel! This easy-to-make caramel can be used as a sauce or for apple dipping.
Cranberry Chicken Salad with Walnuts
This Cranberry Chicken Salad with toasted walnuts is a delicious fall twist on a classic. It’s easy to make (and make ahead) for lunch on an autumn afternoon.
Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate (Two Ways)
Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate, made with real pumpkin puree, and your choice of dark or white chocolate, is a rich and indulgent sip for fall. Spike it with bourbon for a decadent grownup treat.
Stuffed Figs with Cambozola, Walnuts, and Honey
Sweet, jammy fresh figs meet creamy Cambozola cheese, toasted walnuts, and a touch of honey. These Stuffed Figs are an irresistible early-fall nosh that’s perfect for entertaining.
Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Mushrooms & Goat Cheese
This stuffed chicken can pull double duty as an easy weeknight meal or for entertaining weekend dinner guests. Simple to make and elegant!
Pumpkin Granola with Maple and Pecans
The perfect granola for fall! This Pumpkin Granola with maple syrup, toasted pecans, and warm spices is a delicious and easy treat. Great for snacking, breakfasts, and layering into parfaits.
Pumpkin Bread with Crumb Topping (“Auntie El’s” Recipe)
My aunt’s recipe for Pumpkin Bread with a buttery, cinnamon crumb topping, makes a great fall breakfast, dessert, or snack.