Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! – Mike H. Mustard seeds are great for toasting lightly and including in a number of recipes for a pop of flavor, but you already KNOW what they are REALLY great for - homemade mustard!...

PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER Beet Salad Recipe Can you believe Thanksgiving is this Thursday?! I’ve loved sharing Thanksgiving recipes in anticipation of the epic feast like my Apple Crisp, Pear Pie, Corn Casserole and Green Bean Casserole and now I’m so excited to bring you this Beet Salad! But before we jump into that gold mine, make sure you check out this Thanksgiving Round Up Post divided into appetizers, sides and desserts or you can see them all at a glance at my Thanksgiving recipe index....

These Artichoke Dip Bites are the indulgently cheesy appetizer you bring to impress your family and friends because along with their undeniably YUM factor, they are beautiful, petite and sophisticated – and I have YOU to thank for them! I had too many recipe ideas for Easter so I asked my IG readers which two recipes they would want me to post in time for Easter: A) Shrimp Scampi Dip B) Artichoke Dip Bites, C) Garlic Herb Cheese Log, D) Pina Colada Fruit Salad....

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Pin this recipe to save for later BEEF TIPS RECIPE VIDEO Beef Tips in Crock Pot And 10x this Slow Cooker Beef Tips recipe I did for our Church Woman’s RS Christmas Dinner in return for 10x the rave reviews, emails, texts, face-to-face begging for the recipe. Yes, it’s that good. Out of everything I could have planned and served (with my Perfect Pot Roast a close second but not as practical), I settled on this Beef Tips Recipe because it’s wonderfully comforting — AKA DELICIOUS — formal enough when using sirloin (you can use other meat for less formal/expense occasions), easy to make in mass quantity, a prep and forget it recipe, stays warm until ready to serve, and receives rave reviews every....

Are you ready to serve up the most exciting, tasty yet easy appetizer this season? I have a Blistered Shishito Peppers with Ginger Soy Sauce recipe for you! These blistered shishito peppers are immensely popular at Japanese izakayas (Japanese gastropubs), but you can easily make this at home. They are so fabulous at any summer parties, BBQs, game days, or Asian-themed gatherings. Don’t forget to bring out some icy cold beer or sake or whatever bubbly you have on hand!...

I introduce to you - bud and Old Bay shrimp! Perfectly cooked shrimp are gently simmered in Budweiser beer, butter, and Old Bay Seasoning with a bit of fresh garlic. I mean, dang. These shrimp are seriously addictive and typically fly off the plate at any party we bring them to, especially during the summer season when everyone’s craving some seafood. To be honest, I sadly can’t claim to be the genius that developed this recipe....

Since moving from Yokohama, Japan to the San Francisco Bay Area when I was 20 years old, I get a craving occasionally for the snacks I grew up eating. Whenever my mom comes to visit me, I ask her to bring my favorite Butter Cookies called Hato Sabure (鳩サブレー) from the popular confectionery store Toshimaya. Since it’s not easy to get my hands on these delicious treats, I decided to create my own Copycat Hato Sabure recipe....

CHICKEN TACO SALAD RECIPE VIDEO Why you will love this Chicken Taco Salad Bowl Who loves taco salad? The crunchy lettuce and tortilla chips, the creamy avocados and cheese, the fresh corn and bell peppers – it is a texture lovers paradise. Once you swap your beef for chicken and you have true paradise because its practically guilt free plus hearty, satisfying and fresh! One of the most popular taco salad recipes is the combination of ground beef with Catalina Dressing....

Chocolate. Does it get any better? From Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Chocolate Fondue, Chocolate Eclair Cake, and on and on,the obsession is real. But my favorite? Chocolate + Raspberries! I wanted this Chocolate Raspberry Cake to be reminiscent of a raspberry filled dark chocolate candy bar – you know the ones – with a thick chocolate exterior giving way to oozing raspberry filling. Mission accomplished. In our moist Chocolate Raspberry Ganache Cake, the richness of the dark chocolate cake and dark chocolate ganache are complimented by the layers of light, silky smooth chocolate mascarpone and the fresh raspberry jam and fresh adorning raspberries for for deeply-chocolaty, silky, raspberry-filled bite after bite after bite....

Are you looking for a quick and easy go-to recipe that can be served up as either a side dish or a main? This is the recipe you’ve been looking for. We’re cooking up easy Curried Rice, and you’re going to love it. Curried rice is a comforting dish that you can whip together with your pantry staples at a moment’s notice. Just grab the rice from the pantry, a few vegetables and seasonings and you’re good to go....

SALMON WITH MANGO SALSA RECIPE VIDEO PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER Salmon with Mango Salsa If you haven’t made very many salmon recipes in your life, please stop the insanity now with this Baked Salmon with Mango Salsa recipe! Salmon is buttery juicy, and the easiest protein you can cook. It literally takes minutes to prep and then bakes to juicy perfection in the oven – no babysitting required!...

Ah, Mom. She gives and loves us unconditionally, but wants nothing back in return. For many of us, she’s also the person we go to in times of happiness, trials, troubles, and success. On Mother’s Day, we can all agree that homemade food is the best way to show our appreciation for this very special person in our life. Whether it’s breakfast in bed, brunch, tea time, or dinner, something simple and delicious is always the most welcoming idea....

It’s been one week since magnitude 9.0 earthquake and tsunami hit northeastern Japan. As the struggle with the nuclear reactors continues, it overshadows the news of people in the region needing emergency supplies and medical care. I placed the banner for donating to Red Cross Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami fund to help raise additional funds for delivering goods and services to those in need. Thank you for your support....

This easy homemade version also tastes more like broccoli than just cheese. Add this copycat vegan Panera broccoli cheddar soup recipe to your weekly meal prep and you won’t be sorry! It’s so good! It has become a staple in our home because of how easy it is to whip up. It’s a great way to sneak extra veggies into the meal without compromising on the taste. Win-Win! BTW, if you love broccoli, check out this creamy Broccoli Pasta recipe....

Super yummy, moist and bursting with citrus-y flavors! That’s what these eggless orange cupcakes are all about! With just 10-15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of baking, these are ready under 40 minutes. This orange cupcake recipe is a result that I achieved by playing around with my to go basic vanilla cake recipe. I’ve changed the method from creaming to the muffin method, which is much simpler provided you don’t over mix the batter....

The Fatalii comes from central and southern Africa, and is one of the hottest peppers in the world. With the heat level of a habanero, it has a more fruity, citrus flavor, and packs an instant, intense burn, unlike the habanero, whose heat “sneaks up on you.” The peppers grow to about 3 inches long, and mature to yellow. They have somewhat thin walls, and may be dried if cut lengthwise....

I’ve saved the best for last. In anticipation of Christmas, I‘ve loved sharing easy neighbor desserts like Crockpot Chocolate Peanut Clusters and Pistachio Chocolate Pretzel Bark, but now it’s time for the main event – the Christmas dessert that your family and friends will be talking about, begging for and dreaming of for years to come. It’s time for German Chocolate Cheesecake. Now before you scroll down and get intimidated by the long instructions, let me say the instructions are simple yet detailed to ensure you end up with a leak-proof and crack-free cheesecake....

Gyudon (牛丼) is a classic comfort food that has held its place in Japanese cuisine for over 150 years. Not only is this hearty rice bowl extremely simple to put together, but it’s also famous for being a quick, nutritious meal that never fails to satisfy. While every household in Japan makes gyudon a little differently, the core ingredients remain the same: thin slices of beef, onion, and a sweet and savory sauce served over steamed rice....

Beef Taquitos, burritos, enchiladas, tacos, chimichangas, quesadillas- could there be anything more southern Californian than Mexican food? Mexican food is a staple at our house – corn, beans, jalapeños, mangos, pineapple, avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, lime, rice, cheese and more cheese—what’s not to love? So for my very first post, I thought I would share one of our favorite Mexican inspired dishes – beef taquitos – with a tangy twist....