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    Mustard BBQ Sauce (Carolina BBQ Sauce)

    Smoky, tangy, and sweet, your taste buds will be begging you for more of this Mustard BBQ Sauce! It’s the perfect addition to your summer cookouts this year, adding the best flavor to grilled meats! I love a good homemade BBQ sauce. Try these other recipes next: white BBQ sauce, classic BBQ sauce, or mumbo sauce! The perfect way to elevate grilled and smoked meats! Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce I think this might be my favorite BBQ sauce recipe yet. It’s SO good! If you’ve never had Carolina BBQ sauce before, it’s a tasty mix of all the best ingredients: hot sauce, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and then…

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    Italian Shrimp Salad

    This garlicky Italian Shrimp Salad recipe is loaded with shrimp, celery, and a mix of bold Italian olives, all brightened with a lemony dressing. Italian Shrimp Salad Shrimp salad is my go-to dish when I need to bring an appetizer to a party! It’s a great way to make sure I’m getting lean protein and […]

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    Easy Honey Butter

    This honey butter recipe is so easy to make, and perfect on everything from rolls and toast to muffins. One taste and you’ll be hooked! Craving something sweet? Try these M&M Cookies, Fluffy Marshmallow Cream Cheese Fruit Dip (3 ingredients!), this Easy Tiramisu Recipe, or Irresistible Edible Cookie Dough. Easy Honey Butter Recipe If you’ve never tried making honey butter from scratch before, you’re missing out! It’s so good. You can make it easily with just a few simple ingredients! It’s cheaper (and more delicious) than the store-bought stuff. You can even jazz your honey butter up a bit by adding some cinnamon (I’d start by adding 1 teaspoon and then…

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    Bourbon Marinade

    This delicious bourbon marinade will add wonderful depth of flavor and tenderize any meat you’re cooking, from steak to chicken! This recipe uses ingredients like brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic and bourbon to infuse each piece of meat with the perfect savory, sweet and tangy flavor. To give your meat the best taste and texture, a good marinade is essential. Store-bought marinade is convenient, but homemade is so easy to make and will add so much more flavor! A few other recipes to try out: steak marinade, pork chop marinade, and chicken marinade! Bourbon Marinade Recipe Bourbon marinade will elevate your meat and veggies with the most rich, perfectly…

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    Southwest Dressing

    This creamy Southwest dressing is packed with zesty lime and bold spices, ready to upgrade your favorite bowl of greens! It takes less than 10 minutes and only a few pantry staples to make. Salad dressings are always better homemade! No preservatives and fresher flavor. Try these other recipes next: homemade Caesar dressing, green goddess dressing, and poppyseed dressing! Southwest Salad Dressing Skip the store-bought stuff! This homemade Southwest dressing packs just as much flavor, minus all the additives and preservatives! It’s creamy and cool thanks to the sour cream and mayo, but what really makes it good is the addition of lime juice and Southwest seasoning. (A tasty mix…

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    Homemade Hot Sauce

    If hot sauce is something you use a lot in your kitchen, you have to try this homemade version! Tweak it to your liking then use it to upgrade all of your favorite dishes! It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of making my own sauces from scratch. Here are a few more recipes I think you’ll love: Nashville hot sauce, sriracha sauce, and sweet chili sauce! All are great for adding some heat and extra flavor to your favorite meals. Why Make Homemade Hot Sauce? It’s delicious, easy to mix up, and free of additives and preservatives! Plus you can adjust the flavor to personal preference. I know…

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    Deviled Eggs

    Made with mayo, dijon mustard, and paprika, these Classic Deviled Eggs are an easy and flavorful side dish or appetizer. They’re perfect for holidays like Easter, summer gatherings, and packed lunches, and they can store well too! Classic Deviled Eggs Deviled eggs are perfect if you’re looking for an inexpensive, low-carb appetizer or snack, especially […]

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    Tamarind Cashew Dipping Sauce

    Craving the sweet, tangy flavor of the Cheesecake Factory’s tamarind cashew dipping sauce? Look no further! This copycat recipe captures all the delicious flavors you love in a simple, homemade version that’s ready in minutes. Serve it up with my avocado egg rolls for the full experience! I LOVE the Cheesecake Factory, as well as trying to recreate my favorite dishes at home! A few more recipes to try next: Louisiana chicken pasta, chicken Madeira, and of course- brown bread! Tamarind Cashew Sauce (Cheesecake Factory Copycat) Ever crave that delicious dipping sauce that’s served with the Cheesecake Factory’s lettuce wraps or avocado egg rolls? You can enjoy that same sweet…

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    Ham Glaze

    Elevate your Easter ham with this super easy homemade glaze! Made with simple spices, brown sugar, honey, and butter, it’s the best way to add extra flavor and texture. A must-make! If you’re looking for some last-minute recipes to add to your Easter lineup, I’ve got you covered: roasted brown butter honey garlic carrots, garlic herb mashed potatoes, and the BEST deviled eggs! Brown Sugar and Honey Ham Glaze Want to impress everyone with a delicious ham for Easter or Christmas that looks and tastes amazing? This glaze recipe is super easy and will make your ham the star of the show! It’s packed with warm and inviting flavors like…

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    Spanish Tortilla with Pimenton Aioli

    Spanish Tortilla is a layered potato, onion and egg open-faced omelet. Serve it as an appetizer, or main for breakfast/brunch or a light dinner. Spanish Tortilla I love this Spanish omelette so much with, made with tender potatoes and onions suspended in a bed of eggs. It’s amazing how good a dish with so few […]