Making 8 minute Instant Pot baby potatoes with butter & parsley has been a favorite at the family table for years. Popular in the 50s and 60s, now you can make a fork tender fully parsley potato hands off in the instant pot. It is one of the simplest potato recipes, quick & easy…
Making Pearled Farro in the Instant Pot takes out all of the guesswork so that you never have to worry about burning or drying out Farro when cooking. Farro an ancient grain used by many Italian families helps to add slow digesting healthy whole grain to your family’s dinner menu. If you are interested in…
How to make a baked potato with the Instant Pot electric pressure cooker, Step by Step instruction. Have the best baked potato in just 18 minutes, perfect every time. When you think there is no time to make a side dish try this quick & easy recipe. Instant Pot baked potatoes for a side dish…
Valentine’s Day is a fun time to invite friends & family over for a tea party with traditional tea party sandwiches and finger food. Having little tea sandwiches at any party is a fun way to get children involved in preparing the food, setting the table, creating decorations for the table, and learning basic party…
Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole is a creamy, comforting dish made with frozen hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup. This easy recipe bakes into a golden brown, cheesy casserole that’s perfect for holiday gatherings, family dinners, or weekend brunch. It’s simple to prepare ahead of time, so you can enjoy your guests…
Party guests will love this sweet, salty, spicy Christmas Spiced Nuts Appetizer Recipe. Every time I have served them they disappear and I have to hide them if I make them the day before. The smell alone of the nuts roasting brings the family flocking to the kitchen. Make a large batch for Thanksgiving, Christmas,…
One of the simplest appetizers we have at a lot of your family dinners and friend parties are easy Caprese Mozzarella Grape Tomato Skewers. Made with fresh ingredients they are perfect for quick finger food. Our vegetarian guests love them. Only 3 ingredients, mini mozzarella balls, grape tomatoes & basil leaves. I also will drizzle balsamic glaze over them for…
In the summer we love to have people over and a Super Simple Summer Salsa is an easy appetizer to have at the ready. Whether you’re having neighbors, neighborhood kids, or graduation parties, Fourth of July parties, or just an evening out on the deck a super simple summer salsa is always a hit. With…
Corn Bake Casserole is a quick and easy classic side dish that can be mixed together ahead of time and put in the refrigerator the day before the holiday meal. Fluffy, creamy corn casserole, rich delicious, and delicious a favorite of kids. This recipe is the perfect side dish a second favorite to the green…
Take leftover mashed potatoes & make the most delicious weekend breakfast, Potato Pancakes. Using the Instant Pot, you can make potato pancakes even if you do not have leftovers. How is this related to an Instant Pot? Well, a mistake I made while making potato salad resulted in the most delicious breakfast the next day. Planning ahead…
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Extra Lemon Pasta Salad with Basil Herb Vinaigrette, a perfect dish for dining al fresco. This pasta salad features fresh herbs, light and simple ingredients, and a zingy lemon kick that brings extra freshness to every bite of this easy pasta salad recipe. Everybody loves a good pasta salad and…
Valentines is a fun holiday for everyone in the family. You are going to love these 10 Fun Valentines Party Ideas. Think of Valentine’s Day as a time to teach and demonstrate love to each other in the family and to friends and neighbors. What better way than to have a fun Valentine’s Day lunch party….