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I have a secret obsession with S’mores. Strange for an Aussie-Japanese who has never lived in the US. I was only introduced to S’mores last year, but ever since then, I’ve always had a stash of marshmallows in my pantry so I can get a S’mores fix in various forms whenever I get the urge – without a campfire. Typically, I just sandwich marshmallows between graham crackers with a piece of chocolate, wrap with foil and heat in the oven until the marshmallow and chocolate are melted....

Mmmmm Mac and cheese! This is one of our favorite comfort foods, and it is both adult and kid friendly, especially when you step away from the boxed stuff with powdered cheese. What even is in that?! This recipe uses only whole ingredients, and real cheddar cheese. Making your own Mac and cheese from scratch might seem time consuming, but it is quicker and easier than you think! Once you’ve had homemade, you’ll never go back to the Blue Box....

The Best Way to Make a Vegetable Salad Today, the methods for preparing vegetables have expanded far beyond what I grew up eating. One of my favorite ways to give vegetables the love they deserve is in simple shaved salads. In this recipe, I use thinly sliced carrots, fennel, radish, and asparagus, then toss the vegetables in a light citrus honey dressing, and finish it with a little Parmesan cheese. The result is a crisp, fresh salad that’s perfect as a light main dish or a healthy side....

This sheet pan chicken checks all the boxes. This dinner is a combination of juicy chicken thighs, capers, lemon, cherry tomatoes, and a generous shower of fresh basil. Everything is done at once and can be served straight from the sheet pan (who needs to dirty a second dish) especially on a weeknight? A Sheet Pan Supper is a Weeknight Win The tomatoes roast alongside the chicken until the juices ooze and they begin to caramelize....

Which Shrimp to Buy Any small, cooked, peeled shrimp will do. When available, the best shrimp for this salad are the little “pink shrimp” from Maine (so called because they are pink even when they’re raw). Frozen cooked shrimp works well for this recipe because all you have to do is put it in cold water for a few minutes to defrost, and the salad is served chilled. A Great Potluck Dish!...

This is a cookbook exclusive recipe! This recipe is exclusive to my debut cookbook Dinner which includes a how-to video for every recipe. Just scan the QR code! Just to explain…. I know, it’s confusing! You’re so used to getting recipes on my website – there’s over 1,200 of them, after all. And here you are looking at a tasty recipe video and I haven’t provided the recipe. 🙀 I’m not just doing this to torture you, I promise....

Simple Ingredients – Only 5 Of Them! This sweet potato porridge only requires a handful of ingredients, and once the sweet potatoes are baked to perfection, all that’s left to do is mix everything up and add some toppings. It’s really that easy! Beyond the 5 ingredients listed in the recipe, you could also switch up the toppings and add whatever sounds good to you! Collagen – What Is It & Why You Should Use It More Collagen is a protein found in our bodies....

If you’ve ever wondered how to make Chinese dumplings, today is the day you’ll discover that it’s totally doable by any home cook! You don’t even need a bamboo steamer! Siu Mai (Shumai – Chinese Steamed Dumplings) It’s so unsatisfying going to Yum Cha* with just two people. I mean, Yum Cha is all about ordering as many different types of dumplings you can, sprinkled with a few crunchy deep fried things (hello Spring Rolls!...

This Skillet Chicken Parmesan has all the same flavors as the traditional version, but is ready in much less time. Plus, everything is made in one oven-safe skillet! Can you say easy cleanup?! Easy Chicken Parm in One Skillet The only thing you need to make this recipe happen is a good oven-safe skillet for cooking everything. I use a cast iron skillet with high sides. First, I bread and then lightly fry the chicken on the stovetop in a little olive oil....

Traditionally, Grilled Carne Asada is all about the marinade. In this slow cooker version, I’ve taken my regular marinade and turned it into a sauce that is full of flavor. The steak is then smothered in the sauce and slow cooked to perfection. While certainly a non-traditional option, it makes a great “set it and forget it” meal. My recipe is based off of one from the world renowned chef of Mexican Cuisine, Rick Bayless....

We live in a small house with ill-fitting rooms and hardwood floors everywhere. It’s a cacophony of sounds when filled with too many people, so most of our entertaining takes place when we can put the outdoors to good use. Cider Pulled Pork: A Fall Favorite The centerpiece of our harvest party is always a heaping pile of this Cider Braised Pulled Pork. I make it in the slow cooker the day before the party, let it cool in its juices, then place the slow cooker in the fridge....

Guinness Everywhere Around here in Sacramento, Guinness is a favorite for St. Patrick’s Day, and you can find stacks of Guinness displays at practically every store that sells beer. Naturally, Guinness has made its way into flavoring many dishes, including breads like our Guinness Bread with Molasses, and desserts like our Chocolate Guinness Cake and Guinness Brownies, as well as stews like this one. What’s in This Beef Stew? Guinness beef stew is Ireland’s answer to Belgian carbonnade, with chunks of beef and with stout instead of ale, and with root vegetables such as parsnips, carrots, and celery root....

When it comes to store bought sauces, there’s a line I never cross. Store bought tomato sauce and ketchup is acceptable. Store bought chilli sauce and complicated ones like Worcestershire sauce are also acceptable to buy rather than make. But pasta sauce is a no-go. No way, no day. The thing is, there are so many pastas you can make in 15 minutes from scratch that I just can’t comprehend why anyone would buy a bottle of pasta sauce....

This soup comes together in about an hour, uses just a handful of produce and pantry staples, and reheats just as well, making it a quick and easy comfort food for the cooler months. At the heart of this soup are spicy Italian sausage, tender white beans, ribbons of Swiss chard, and noodle-like threads of spaghetti squash, all in a light tomato-based broth seasoned with warm spices like ground cumin, cinnamon, and crushed red pepper....

Beef Hokkien Noodles Charlie is the name I have given to my All Purpose Chinese Stir Fry Sauce. That’s how fond I am of him – I’ve named him. Charlie – as in Charlie Brown. Everybody say boo, how unoriginal!! 😉 You might laugh that I’ve named him but you won’t laugh if you try him. He’s becoming FAMOUS!!! He’s now not only one of the all time most popular recipes here on RecipeTin Eats, he’s got an entire six page spread in Super Food Ideas Magazine!...

Welcome to Day 9 of the inaugural Holiday Salad Marathon, where I’m sharing 30 salads in a row through to Christmas Eve – just for something different to the usual sugar-loaded baking countdowns!! And I actually have to share this one today, otherwise I’ll have to change the name to “Summer Salad” (today’s the last day of spring)! Spring Salad This is a wonderful, vibrantly green salad that makes the most of vegetables that are in season during spring, when they’re at their cheapest and best....

“Yes, you can eat them,” I replied, “They’re cookies. You can also hang them from your tree.” “What’s inside?” asked Matthew (7). “Life Savers. And Jolly Ranchers.” “LIFE SAVERS? AND JOLLY RANCHERS?” It was as if Santa himself had just poked his head through the fireplace. The boys, my young neighbors, dissected and demolished the ones they had each picked out to eat. It was all I could do to keep their hands off the remaining cookies....

Since a smoker is a large purchase, it’s a great idea to do your research before buying. The good news? We did the research for you! Here are the best smokers to have in your backyard. The Big Green Egg is a top-notch grill and smoker that will allow you to make almost any smoked or grilled recipe once you get over its learning curve. Fueled by hardwood, the 262-square inch cooking area can handle 20-pound turkeys, eight steaks, a dozen burgers, or seven racks of ribs vertically....

No need to panic! You can still bake a batch of warm, chewy cookies without having to make a trip out to the grocery store. Here are 5 brown sugar substitutes, all of which will work just as well as the real deal. Can You Substitute Light Brown Sugar for Dark Brown Sugar, and Vice Versa? Before we get into our favorite brown sugar alternatives, it’s important to note that if you happen to have one variety of brown sugar, they can be used interchangeably....