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Caramel Apple French Toast Casserole  is a sweet and savory breakfast with thick chunks of cinnamon swirl bread, warm apples and caramel drizzle that brings comfort to your family in one morning! Waking up just got grand! Caramel Apple French Toast Casserole Waking up to a comforting and delicious meal is always a great way to start the day! My family loves breakfast and being able to make this casserole ahead of time is a life savor when each kid has a different schedule every morning. Lucky Leaf has created such flavorful fruit fillings that take a recipe to the next level. Caramel Apple Fruit Filling is an apple filling that tastes like fall in your mouth! Making this ahead of time and putting it in the oven in the morning is an easy way to surprise my family with a great breakfast casserole together. I like to prepare this ahead of time and while we are all getting ready in the morning it makes it easy baking in the oven already prepared. My family devoured this casserole and

This Asparagus Chicken Pancetta Risotto is packed with flavor and delicious ingredients. This recipe is great any time of year. It makes meal time easy because the recipe is loaded with protein and vegetables all in one. Dinner can sometimes be tricky at my house with 4 children with very diverse palates from one another. […] The post Asparagus Chicken Pancetta Risotto appeared first on Chef in Training .

This Italian Sausage Pasta is so flavorful and delicious. This meal is so easy and quick. The Italian sausage adds so much flavor to the creamy tomato sauce. This recipe is outstanding and tastes restaurant quality without the expense or need to leave the comfort of your own home. I hope you all had a […] The post Italian Sausage Pasta appeared first on Chef in Training .

Baked Parmesan Garlic Potato Wedges are so incredibly easy and have the best parmesan garlic cheese flavor!  These crispy wedges are roasted to perfection and guaranteed to be a huge hit! Get ready to dip these wedges in all the favorite sauces you love! Crispy Garlic Avocado Fries (Baked) , Parmesan Herb Asparagus Fries with Creamy Greek Yogurt Ranch or Baked Zucchini Fries are a few other healthy fries to try! Baked Parmesan Garlic Potato Wedges Tender, soft potatoes on one side with a hint of crispy, baked skin on the other makes for the perfect combination! These Potato Wedges are won’t last long and will be a family favorite side. Making these are simple and only a few ingredients to make every bite flavorful.  I am a lover of fries and I have been craving a good fry for awhile now. I am a sucker for ordering fries if we ever have take out and they are just not as satisfying as these thick and hearty Baked Parmesan Garlic Potato Wedge. Who doesn’t love a good fry?! I am s

I’m beyond exciting that in just a few short weeks my new cookbook The Skinnytaste Air Fryer Cookbook will finally be hitting bookstores May 7, but it’s available to pre-order now!! This week, as an added bonus (and a thank you to everyone who has already pre-ordered the book!), if you pre-order the Skinnytaste Air Fryer Cookbook from your retailer of choice, you will get access to a FREE 39-page bonus pack downloaded today with a 4-week dinner plan using recipes from all 4 of my cookbooks and my blog, a few sneak peaks from the new cookbook ( Air Fryer Tortilla Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw , Air Fryer Herbed Cornish Hen for Two and Air Fryer Cheesy Green Chile–Chicken Chimichangas ), an updated pantry list, a weekly grocery list, and 2 new exclusive air fryer recipes that you won’t see anywhere else! No worries if you already pre-ordered, simply use your proof of purchase! (more…)

My Buttermilk Waffle Recipe makes easy, classic waffles that are crispy on the outside, and soft and tender on the inside! This Waffle Recipe is a Breakfast and Brunch Staple! My kids request either waffles or pancakes pretty much every weekend. Of course, I do give in most of the time, because I love waffles so much too! I created this recipe many years ago after a lot of trial and error trying to get that perfect texture…the crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. Continue reading Buttermilk Waffle Recipe at Cookies and Cups.

This Copycat Bang Bang Shrimp is a replica of everyone’s favorite shrimp appetizer! Sweet shrimp are fried until crispy, and then tossed in a spicy, creamy mayo, and topped with chives. Perfect for sharing! We love bite-sized apps, so be sure to check out these Crispy Cauliflower Fritters , these Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Sriracha Wings , this Sweet and Savory Bacon Wrapped Shrimp . Copycat Bang Bang Shrimp I frist fell in love with Bang Bang Shrimp about 20 years ago on a family vacation in Destin Florida. Prior to Bonefish Grill sweeping the nation, Destin was the only place I could get my Bang Bang Shrimp fix, so I sought out to create a replica at home. If you’re not familiar, their signature appetizer consists of lightly breaded shrimp (fried of course) tossed in an addictively creamy and spicy sauce. It lays on a bed of chopped romaine lettuce, so even after the shrimp have disappeared, you still get to sop of the remnants of the sauce guilt-free in an essential salad. Wha

Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa  is a tender, juicy grilled salmon, topped with a colorful and flavorful combination of avocados, corn and tomatoes to make a light and tasty meal. This Salmon is made in minutes for your family!  This Salmon is one of our favorites and all comes together for a simple and delicious dinner under 10 minutes!  Garlic Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon , Sheet Pan Garlic Lime Salmon Fajitas or Buttery Garlic Lime Salmon with Asparagus in Foil are a few of my top Salmon recipes that are sure to please! Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa I wish everyone loved salmon as much as I did.  I used to hate salmon and all fish.  And then one day, I just started to eat it and I forced myself to like it.  So maybe if you don’t like salmon you can force yourself to love it just as much as I do! 🙂 This grilled salmon is healthy and packed with flavor.   Anything topped with avocado salsa is amazing in my book.  The great thing about salmon is that it only takes minutes t

A free 7-day flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast , lunch and dinner and a shopping list. All recipes include calories and WW SmartPoints®. Happy Saturday! For those of you who made a baked ham for Easter, I included a few recipes to use the leftovers, including this Leftover Ham Bone Soup with Potatoes and Cabbage so don’t throw away that ham bone! I’m also over-the-moon to announce The Skinnytaste By Vremi Air Fryer is finally available for pre-order on Amazon ! If you’re new to my meal plans, I’ve been sharing these free, 7-day flexible healthy meal plans (you can see my previous  meal plans  here) that are meant as a guide, with plenty of wiggle room for you to add more food, coffee, beverages, fruits, snacks, dessert, wine, etc or swap recipes out for meals you prefer, you can search for recipes by course in the index . You should aim for around 1500 calories* per day. There’s also a precise, organized grocery list that will make grocery shopping so much e

Meatloaf Meatballs are bite sized appetizers that have all the flavor you love in a classic meatloaf recipe. Our family loves meatballs and they make such a great party appetizer. You can also try  Easy Teriyaki Meatballs, Porcupine Meatballs,  or make these Swedish Meatballs for dinner! Everyone loves meatloaf. It’s a favorite dinner recipe across many American homes. That’s why I wanted to transform my super delicious meatloaf recipe into bite sized appetizer portions! Why should meatloaf only be enjoyed at dinner? It should most definitely be a party appetizer too. In addition to wanting an appetizer that I knew everyone would love, I had one more motivation for turning my classic meatloaf recipe into a bite sized tasty treat. The sauce. I can never seem to get enough sauce with my meatloaf and I always want an end piece because the outside is more crispy. The meatball tackles both those issues! They’re so good, in fact, that next time I plan to make meatloaf for dinner, I’

This low-carb Crustless Ham and Cheese Quiche is light and delicious, perfect for breakfast or brunch (or even a light dinner)! Made with a leftover ham or ham steak, broccoli and Swiss Cheese. Crustless Ham and Cheese Quiche This quiche is keto, gluten-free and easy to make! Add a salad on the side and it’s the perfect light meal. Of course, you can use any cheese you wish here, or leave the ham out like I did in this Crustless Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche . If you want a quiche with crust, you may also like this Spinach and Ricotta Quiche and this Chicken Quiche which are so popular on my site. (more…)

This easy Key Lime Yogurt Pie is a cross between a key lime pie and a key lime cheesecake with a light, creamy filling that is sweet and tart, made with key lime juice, yogurt and cream cheese in a graham cracker crust. Key Lime Yogurt Pie The filling requires no baking, it’s set with gelatin so if you wish to make this a no-bake pie, you can also use a ready-made graham cracker crust. This was so delicious I had to get it out of my house, as I tested it a few times to get it just right! If you have been following me, you probably know how much I love pie, it’s my favorite type of dessert and the only sweets I really crave. Some other pies I love are this Peanut Butter Pie and this Mixed Berry Pie . (more…)

One Hour Caramel Pecan Sticky buns are ooey gooey sticky delicious!  They are made with an easy dough from scratch and have the best caramel pecan sticky topping.  The best part is they are ready in just an hour! Sticky Buns Sticky Buns are always a classic Easter tradition that my family always loves to enjoy!  Is there anything better than warm sticky buns that are ooey gooey and coated in a caramel glaze?  I don’t think so!  This year, I wanted to do more with them and add more flavor, color and deliciousness to the buns.   Fisher Nuts always has the best pecans and are my go-to to make the flavor pop in the recipe that I am creating. They help to bring new flavor and texture to the dish. Fisher nuts are right out of their shells, they have no preservatives and are non-GMO project verified.  I can always trust to get amazing quality and flavor every time.  I love the resealable stand up bag that helps to keep the pecans fresh and ready for when I need them.   Almonds, Pecans,

This  Cream Cheese Pound Cake is a tender, moist, and flavorful dessert that’s a new spin on traditional pound cake! This recipe is simple to make! Top it off with whipped cream and fresh berries or enjoy plain!  Pound cake is a simple and versatile classic, but have you ever tried cream cheese pound cake before? This simple addition gives this pound cake a soft, tender crumb that absolutely melts in your mouth. Make sure to print this staple recipe and save it with your other cake favorites like Tres Leches Cake , Marble Bundt Cake , and Strawberry Pound Cake ! Cream Cheese Pound Cake Hey everyone! Sam here from Sugar Spun Run with yet another sweet dessert! Today I’m showing you how to make one of the  best pound cakes I ever tasted, all thanks to a secret ingredient: cream cheese! I love baking with cream cheese (my cheesecake recipe is one of my most used ever) and knew it would be a great way to elevate classic pound cake to the next level. This cream cheese pound cake ha

Monte Cristo Croissant Sandwich is a flaky croissant with melted Swiss cheese, decadent ham dipped in a raspberry jelly that will melt in your mouth with each bite! You will be in heaven with this sweet and savory sandwich! Monte Cristo Sandwich Breakfast, lunch and dinner is served with this Monte Cristo Sandwich! You can’t go wrong with a warm, buttery crust that is melted together to create a classic sandwich in your own oven.  We had our first Monte Cristo Sandwich at Disneyworld and our family is hooked!  The flavors melt together and warm you with a comfort meal that everyone loves. These sandwiches come together easily and can be baked in the oven using Reynolds Wrap. I love how easy it is to use.  I am always finding new ways to use Reynold’s Wrap aluminum foil and it gives that crisp clean cut for any size that you need!   I love the thickness that Reynolds Wrap has and that it is oven safe.  Wrapping these Monte Cristo Sandwiches helps keep in the warmth, melts the ch