Elegant Cooking: Cast Iron, Instant Pot & Sous Vide Recipes

This quick and easy cinnamon roll apple pie casserole tastes great - and if you can, it is a great way to use up some of those apples you put up.

Disclaimer: The reviewer has received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. This post for the McCormick® Blogger Program. You can view the original recipe Peppermint White Chocolate On A Stick Recipe on the McCormick® website. All opinions are my own and are my honest opinions based on my own experience with the product. …

When it comes down to figuring out which cupcakes to make for Christmas, cute always wins out in our house.

This cast iron skillet in oven roasted Brussels sprouts recipe is super easy - even for someone new to using cast iron skillets.

Disclaimer: The reviewer has received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. I am being compensated to participate in #Switch2Swerve challenge through the Bookieboo Influencer Network . I did switch out my regular sweetener for the Swerve Sweetener from November 18, 2013 through December 20, 2013. All opinions are my own and are my …

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This easy pomegranate lemonade drink recipe is delicious and refreshing regardless of the time of year. A Seasonal Drink Recipe Idea To create a party pleasing recipe that is ideal for the holidays - especially if you are looking for something that is non-alcoholic - add fruit that is in season, ice, rimming salt and …

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. I was not paid anything to post this recipe nor to promote their links. I did not receive any product for review. This is simply a recipe I thought my readers would enjoy. All photos are property of Carrington Farms and I was given permission to use them. This …

Decorating store bought holiday cookies is so easy because all you are doing is the decorating.

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. All opinions are my own. I love coming up with ideas for my own rib sauce recipe, because it is fun and it adds …

Disclaimer: The reviewer has received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. I am being compensated to participate in #Switch2Swerve challenge through the Bookieboo Influencer Network . I did switch out my regular sweetener for the Swerve Sweetener from November 18, 2013 through December 20, 2013. All opinions are my own and are my …

Sometimes a chocolate dessert recipe is a little different than what one might expect. This particular chocolate dessert recipe isn't a cake or cookie, but rather a candy cane white chocolate dipped cherry with silver stars. Different is good - and these were certainly delicious! Not to mention how perfect a candy cane flavored dessert …

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. I did receive three hams from Frick's Quality Meats in order to compete in the Frick's Blogger Recipe Challenge. All opinions are my own. This honey marinade ham recipe goes one step further than just marinading the ham. It also calls for a spiced honey sauce to glaze the ham giving …

I know how hard it can be to come up with easy, delicious cast iron pot recipes that will satisfy your family and let's face it, no one wants to constantly eat the same foods, seasoned the same way. That is why I have gathered a variety of cast iron recipes for you on this …

Disclaimer: The reviewer has received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. All opinions contained in this post are my own and are my honest thoughts based on my own experience with this product. This easy canned sweet corn recipe is sure to please even the pickiest sweet corn eater as long as …

Have you ever wondered what can you cook in a cast iron Dutch Oven?   What Can You Cook In A Cast Iron Dutch Oven?

Making a honey marinade for chicken, turkey or pork is super easy and makes your meat juicer after it is cooked. Why This Honey Marinade Is Simply The Best There are a lot of honey marinade and honey brine recipes out there, but this one is the best one I have made - and here …

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. I did receive three hams from Frick's Quality Meats in order to compete in the Frick's Blogger Recipe Challenge. All opinions are my own. The best part of making this easy brunch appetizer honey ham recipe is that no cooking is involved because the Frick's Quality Meats Applewood Smoked Sliced Ham …

If you're looking to add more vegetables to your meals, check out these easy veggie dinner ideas. Eat More Vegetables The American Cancer Society has suggested that we all need to add more vegetables to our meals. The problem is not everyone likes to eat vegetables, especially children unless they are raised on them from …

If you're looking for dinner ideas for tonight or even inspiration for your monthly dinner idea menu, be sure to check out the possibilities below. If you are looking for some really quick recipes that you can put together in half an hour or less, be sure to check out these Five 30 Minute Or Less …

These vegetarian dinner ideas are sure to please your family or guests who come to your home for dinner that are vegetarian. Vegetarian Dinner Ideas For Guests Or Your Own Family There are some great ideas here for the holidays as well.

This sautéed pea recipe is the perfect combination of vegetables and herbs as far as I am concerned. I also love figuring out different ways to flavor vegetables using my favorite herbs and spices. This sautéed pea recipe with basil, parmesan and sesame not only let me use fresh sugar snap and snow peas from …

This creamy sage recipe sauce tastes great on bow-tie pasta and I think it adds that special elegant touch to a meal when used as a side dish. Savory Herbs Makes Pasta Taste Better I really like cream sauces too - and when you add in a variety of savory herbs the recipe gets that …

Check out these five dinner ideas for tonight that are ready in 30 minutes or less. Plan Ahead And Save Time When time is of the essence these thirty minute meal ideas come in handy. If you plan ahead you'll be more likely to complete these meals in 30 minutes or less.

Disclaimer: I did not receive any compensation for this post. I did receive two loaves of Nature's Own Life bread to sample. I chose to share this recipe because I truly believed my readers would enjoy trying it. There are links below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will …

This strawberry basil infused water recipe is absolutely delicious! While it is ideal to make when both strawberries and basil is in season, both of these items are readily available year-round at most grocery stores.

Disclaimer: I did not receive any compensation for this post. I did receive two loaves of bread to sample. I chose to share this recipe because I truly believed my readers would enjoy trying it. There are links below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if …

When I saw this Patriotic Jello recipe idea for Independence Day on Liliane Pucci's Facebook page, I knew right away I wanted to share it with you, so I asked her if it was ok. She said yes. I encourage you to go give her page a look if you are a foodie because the …

Gourmet eating on a dime is possible especially when you know how to cook from scratch and get the most out of the herbs and spice already in your cabinets. It's Time To Bust The Myth! Many people think gourmet cooking requires lot of expensive special ingredients. This is a myth that simply must be …

This pork chops recipe is a great way to use things you raise or grow in your cooking.   If you are like me, you love coming up with new recipes using ingredients you have on hand. Nothing is more satisfying to me than growing and raising my own food.

This is simply the best cherry pie recipe from scratch that I have made! The flavor of the cherries are both tart and sweet - in perfect harmony with one another! Here is my recipe:

Disclaimer: This recipe is courtesy of Carrington Farms. I was not paid nor did I receive anything from them to share this recipe. I am sharing it because I believe my readers would enjoy the recipe. All opinions are my own. This marshmallow recipe made with Matcha Tea Powder is perfect for those who wish …

Learning to make Instant Pot pork ribs has eleminated the need to go out to eat to get ribs that are tender, juicy and overflowing with BBQ sauce!  

This Instant Pot spaghetti sauce is quick and easy plus you can use home canned tomato or spaghetti sauce or store bought - whichever you have on hand. Why The Instant Pot Works So Well For Spaghetti Sauce This is the fastest homemade spaghetti sauce I have ever made - and I love that there …

Disclaimer: I did not receive any compensation for this post. I did receive two loaves of Nature's Own Life Bread to sample. I chose to share this recipe because I truly believed my readers would enjoy trying it. There are links below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will …

A tasty breakfast gets the day off to a great start,  but in today's fast paced world, breakfast menu ideas must be quick, easy recipes that can be made ahead so you simply grab and go come morning. This brownie batter overnight protein oats recipe is typically made the night before although it is ready …

It's easy to make your own marshmallows from scratch using one of the two recipes below using either marshmallow root or ingredients from your pantry. Behind The Scenes Nothing quite compares to coming in out of the cold and drinking a warm cup of hot chocolate frothy with melted marshmallows as far as I am …

When I came across this bacon maple green beans recipe in the Where Women Cook Magazine I was reading, I knew I had to try it. Behind The Scenes I had never had baked green beans before and was kind of scared this recipe was going to ruin my fresh green beans - but I …

It is possible to create the perfect crust on cast iron fried chicken at home by following these ten simple tips! The key is to plan ahead, allow the chicken 48 hours to marinade and dry, then on the day you prepare it, allow enough time to double fry the chicken in a cast iron …

Disclaimer: I did not receive any compensation for this post. I did receive two loaves of bread to sample. I chose to share this recipe because I truly believed my readers would enjoy trying it. There are links below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if …