Happy New Year, dear readers! Thank you for following our recipes in 2023. It was a year of challenges for many, and while we’re eager to welcome a fresh start, it’s worth pausing to celebrate the good moments we shared. By God’s grace we made it through, continued blogging, developed new recipes, and kept the kitchen fires burning. I’m deeply grateful for your support and hope 2024 brings brighter days for all of us.
Below is a curated recap of our top 30 recipes from 2023 — a mix of comforting classics, festive treats, and everyday favorites that you loved most.
Easy Raspberry Pretzel Salad
A delightful blend of sweet and savory, this raspberry pretzel salad is a crowd-pleasing dessert or side that balances crunchy pretzel crust with creamy filling and bright raspberry topping.
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Easy Creamy Corn Dip (aka Crack Corn Dip)
A creamy, flavorful dip made with Mexican-style canned corn, cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, chilies, and green onions — quick to make and perfect for parties.
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Mango Chutney Cheese Ball
A four-ingredient crowd-pleaser that combines sweet mango chutney with creamy cheese for an easy, tangy appetizer everyone will enjoy.
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Easy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
Crispy air-fried wings tossed with garlic and parmesan for a savory snack that’s delicious without any extra sauce.
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Easy Slow Cooker Irish Beef Stew
A comforting slow-cooked stew with tender beef and a secret ingredient that deepens the flavor — an easy, hearty meal for cold days.
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Double Chocolate Guinness Cake
Rich, moist, and decadent, this cake marries dark chocolate with Guinness for a remarkable dessert experience.
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Slow Cooker Corned Beef Cooked in Beer
Corned beef simmered in Guinness yields tender, richly flavored meat that falls apart with the fork.
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Lumpia Unwrapped
All the flavors of Filipino lumpia without wrapping — a deconstructed version that’s quick to make and just as satisfying.
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Berries and Oranges Spring Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
A bright spring salad combining berries and oranges with a tangy citrus vinaigrette — light, colorful, and refreshing.
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How to Make Easter Cake Pops
From moist chocolate cake to creamy frosting and festive candy coating, these homemade Easter cake pops are a sweet project that yields impressive results.
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Easy Carrot Pineapple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Moist carrot cake studded with pineapple and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting — a favorite for gatherings and celebrations.
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How to Make Tres Leches Cake from Scratch
A sponge cake soaked in three milk types — evaporated, condensed, and whole or heavy cream — for an irresistibly moist and decadent dessert.
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Easy Rhubarb Dream Bars
Buttery shortbread crust topped with a tangy-sweet rhubarb layer — simple to make and utterly dreamy.
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Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta Cheese
A refreshing summer salad — juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and salty feta come together for a bright, balanced dish.
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Filipino Barbecue Pork Skewers
Sweet-and-savory marinated pork skewers that grill up juicy and caramelized — a Filipino favorite for gatherings.
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How to Make Pancake Charcuterie Board
A playful breakfast spread featuring fluffy pancakes, fresh fruit, spreads, and syrups — perfect for brunch or special occasions.
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Fried Shrimp Spring Rolls
Crispy spring rolls filled with tender shrimp — a crunchy, savory appetizer perfect for seafood lovers.
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Korean Short Ribs Barbecue (Galbi)
Marinated flanken-style ribs grilled to caramelized perfection — savory, sweet, and deeply satisfying.
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Classic Key West Key Lime Pie
A zesty, creamy key lime filling in a graham cracker crust — bright, tart, and timeless.
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Honey Garlic Soy Chicken
A sticky, savory-sweet glaze of honey, garlic, and soy transforms chicken into an irresistibly tender main dish.
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Ruth’s Chris-Inspired Sweet Potato Casserole
A luscious sweet potato filling with a crunchy brown sugar-pecan topping — a comforting side perfect for holidays and special meals.
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Thai Basil Beef Stir-Fry
A quick, spicy stir-fry with tender beef and fragrant Thai basil — ready in about 30 minutes and ideal for busy weeknights.
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Easy Hot Cocoa Cookies
Cozy, chocolatey cookies that capture the warmth of hot cocoa in every bite — perfect for winter baking.
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Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Filling
A moist, spiced pumpkin loaf swirled with creamy cheesecake filling — a seasonal favorite that never disappoints.
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How to Cook Steak in the Air Fryer
A step-by-step guide to achieve juicy, tender steaks using your air fryer for consistent, delicious results.
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No Bake Chocolate Mousse Pie
A quick, no-bake dessert with velvety chocolate mousse in a crisp crust — satisfying and simple to prepare.
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Stuffed Mushrooms with Sausage and Cheese
Savory sausage, creamy mascarpone, and a touch of balsamic make these stuffed mushrooms a delicious, elegant appetizer.
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Easy Sausage and Herb Stuffing
A flavorful stuffing with sausage and herbs, with gluten-free options available — simple to prepare and full of cozy flavors.
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Easy Banana Pudding Bars
Layers of crunchy vanilla wafer crust, creamy banana pudding, and whipped topping combine for an indulgent dessert bar.
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Christmas Sugar Cookies with Easy Icing
Buttery sugar cookies flavored with vanilla and almond, finished with simple icing — ideal for holiday decorating and gifting.
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BONUS RECIPE!!!
How to Make Holiday Pinwheel Cookies
Buttery, colorful pinwheel cookies flavored with almond or peppermint for a festive touch — a cheerful addition to any holiday cookie tray.
