Category: Recipes

How to Have A Successful Brazilian Barbecue at Home

Karyn Locke
Brazilian barbecue tips

You know when you discover a new style of cooking and you can’t get enough? That’s been me and Brazilian barbecue this summer. I’ve been scouring the internet looking for traditional Brazilian recipes and thought, why not go back to Fogo de Chão Pittsburgh and ask the gauchos and mixologists! I learned so much about how to prepare a successful Brazilian barbecue at home from Nic, the restaurant’s head honcho, and am happy to share these simple tips with you. Mind the Flame. Yes, preparation, butchering, and seasoning is very important…

Cheesy Pierogy Pizza Recipe: A Taste of Pittsburgh

Karyn Locke
Easy Cheesy Pierogi Pizza Recipe

When it comes to Pittsburgh, it knows pierogy. And, no matter how you spell it (pierogy, pierogi, or pirogi),  you don’t need to look hard to still find city churches selling homemade pierogy during Lent. While the traditional style is pan-fried with butter and onions, it’s always fun to put a spin on the classic recipe. Taking a cue from one of our favorite Pittsburgh restaurants, it has a delicious pierogy pizza that is a top seller. So why not make a version that’s a breeze to whip up at…

Creamy Apple Slaw Alaska Cod Fish Tacos Recipe: Air Fryer Easy

Karyn Locke
Creamy Apple Slaw Alaska Cod Fish Tacos Recipe air fryer recipe

This post was sponsored by Alaska Seafood as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.     #AskForAlaska When I was young and my mother was still with us, “fish on Fridays” was a common phrase in my home. She’d chat about how it was her family’s tradition, not just during Lent, but all year. And you know what? I loved hearing about my extended family’s traditions. Most of them were way older than I was, so her tales gave…

Strawberry Cream Lemon Cookie Cups Recipe

Karyn Locke
Strawberry Cream Lemon Cookie Cups Recipe

There are days when I want to be full-on Martha Stewart. Then there are days when I want to be Sandra Lee and make a delicious recipe with as little effort as possible. This Strawberry Cream Lemon Cookie Cups recipe combines the best of both: delicious and super easy.   Strawberry Cream Lemon Cookie Cups Recipe Ingredients preheat oven according to sugar cookie mix directions. I preheated mine to 350 Degrees F. For the Cookies: 1 package sugar cookie mix (I buy Aldi’s brand and it works every time.) 2…

Mickey Chocolate-Dipped Peanut Butter Chip Cookies

Karyn Locke
Mickey Chocolate-Dipped Peanut Butter Chip Cookies are super easy to make - recipe included!

When we visit Walt Disney World, there are so many snacks to choose it’s hard to narrow down what to eat first! One of our favorites is the giant chocolate chip Mickey cookies. Each is dipped in milk chocolate and, honestly, three people can share one. To put a fun Valentine’s Day spin on the recipe, I used peanut butter chips and melted white chocolate. Of course, you can feel free to put your own personal spin on your recipe in regards to the type of chips and melted chocolate…

The Easiest Lettuce Wraps Recipe You’ll Ever Make

Karyn Locke
Lettuce Wraps recipe

This lettuce wraps recipe post was sponsored by Ling Ling, all opinions expressed in my post are my own. #LingLingAsianFood #IC #ad Lettuce Wraps are becoming a bit of an obsession in this family. We order them at restaurants, phone in take-out orders for them, and even make them at home. But, when I’ve got 15 minutes to come up with an easy, delicious meal, I head for the freezer – and tried and true faves. So, I’ve combined the best of both worlds in this recipe: the easiest Lettuce Wraps recipe…