Food Bites & Articles
Why Ham Is Eaten at Easter
On Easter, you'll see Easter bonnets on parade, the Easter bunny will bring a basket filled with chocolates and goodies (plus hide the colored eggs really well), and ham will be part of the Easter meal. While lamb is also...
History of Easter Eggs
Ever wondered why we eggs are such a central part of celebrating Easter? Well, there actually is a much better reason than our love for candy or cream-filled eggs. It is a tradition steeped in history. Decorating eggs can be...
Where to Get Potassium Beyond Bananas
Of all the vitamins and minerals that we focus on getting enough of, potassium does not get enough credit. Did you know it's the third most abundant mineral in the body? That's because potassium has many essential roles in maintaining...
End Easter Day on a Sweet Note
A meal is not complete without dessert, especially at the holidays. It's a day to indulge a bit while spending time with family and friends. I've found some Easter dessert recipes that are easy to prepare and will definitely end...
Easter Dinner in the Instant Pot
Easy Easter recipes that are made in the Instant Pot! From ham to lamb to potatoes to asparagus, these traditional Easter menu recipes are quickly (and deliciously) made in your pressure cooker.Pressure Cooker Ham “A nice big ham, not dried...
Pinterest Pass or Fail: Easter Cups with Lemon Curd and Cream
Pinterest is filled with adorable craft projects for Easter. If you're looking for a project with the kids, check out our roundup of 14 fun Easter crafts for the kiddos. We saw Tara from Noshing with the Nolands' Easter Cups...
Ham 101: How to Make a Perfect Baked Ham With Brown Sugar and Mustard Glaze
Ham is the centerpiece of many holiday meals. Hosting the holiday and preparing your first baked ham can be intimidating. We want to take the fear away and allow you to shine in the kitchen with a step by step...
Easy Easter Dinner Recipes
Easter is quickly approaching, so it's time to begin putting together an Easter menu.Not everyone in Louisiana prepares their ham like Melissa Dommert (Baytown, TX) makes her Louisiana Style Glazed Ham, but they should. It's sticky and sweet with a...
7 Holiday Crock Pot Ham Recipes
Free up some space in your oven this holiday with these easy crock pot ham recipes. Full of flavor, these slow cooker holiday hams perfect for Easter or Christmas dinner!Crock Pot Holiday Ham “No one will know you made it...
25 Recipes Perfect for Your Easter Menu
We’ve covered everything you need to make your Easter menu absolutely awesome. No matter if you’re looking for appetizers, main dishes, side dishes or desserts - we have delicious homemade Easter recipes for you!
Why We Eat Corned Beef and Cabbage on St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day is filled with shamrocks, bagpipes, parades, green beer, and some leprechaun magic. If you're lucky to be in Ireland for St. Patrick's Day you would be dining on a leg of lamb, shepherd's pie, soda bread and...
Cauliflower Recipes For People Who Don’t Love Cauliflower
Cauliflower is magical! It's a natural source of antioxidants, packed with fiber and contains choline (which is essential for learning and memory). It's delicious and versatile. Cauliflower takes on the flavors added to the recipe.But, if you asked me as...
Why We Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day
The details concerning the story of Saint Patrick vary depending on who is telling his story, but in general, we do know he was born in Britain. And, he was captured either by Irish raiders or potential Roman raiders. Ireland...
10 Low Carb Instant Pot Recipes
Make cooking food for your low carb diet easier than ever with these low carb instant pot recipes! Instant Pot Low-Carb Loaded Cauliflower Soup “This Instant Pot Low-Carb Loaded Cauliflower Soup was absolutely amazing; I promise you that no one...
Pinterest Pass or Fail: Corned Beef Leprechaun Cheese Ball
Cheese balls are the ultimate party appetizer. They're easy to make, can be seet or savory, and allow people to nibble throughout the night. On Pinterest, we came across Angela from Handmade in the Heartland's adorable Corned Beef Leprechaun Cheese...
History of Pie
When we think of pie we automatically think apple, pumpkin and pecan pies - but it took centuries for us to experience the pie we know today. People didn’t even eat that flaky and light crust we love so much...
11 Oreo Recipes You’ll Crumble For
Calling all Oreo lovers! No matter how you dunk, these Oreo recipes are a must-try!
Ground Turkey Recipes You Need To Add To Your Recipe Box
Leaner than ground beef and filled with protein, ground turkey is a great meat to keep in your fridge. I substitute ground turkey for beef in lots of recipes when I'm looking to lighten the calories. Some think it lacks...
Cinnamon: The Tastiest Super Spice
Cinnamon adds the sense of sweetness and a unique flavor to baking, smoothies, oatmeal, and anything else you can dream up. What you may or may not know is that by sprinkling cinnamon on your meals more often, you might...
Why We Love Comfort Foods
Comfort foods are near and dear to all of our hearts, but have you ever stopped to think why they bring us so much… well... comfort? Across the world comfort food varies greatly and even across genders in the same...