It’s so much easier to order a meal or choose a recipe when we know what the pasta looks like. Learning the names and basic categories can be a huge help. There are so many different types of pasta that I couldn’t even cover all of them. I hope that by the end of this article you’re an expert on these 30 types of pasta. Types of Pasta There are a few different categories that we can sort pasta into....

Everyone worries about their Christmas dinners and breakfasts so much that Christmas lunch tends to get overlooked. The perfect Christmas breakfast ensures you start your day right. It sets the tone for the whole day. Christmas dinner is the crowning achievement of the evening. These Christmas lunch ideas can ensure your midday meal is just as impressive. Fortunately, most of these recipes are pretty quick and easy to fix. That makes them even more appealing....

I know delivery is easy, but there’s something about homemade pizza that’s way more fun. And let’s face it, most of us have no problem polishing off a pizza any night of the week. Whether margarita is your jam or you like toppings heavy on the meat, pizza is the best food to suit everyone’s needs. So to celebrate this favorite, I’ve narrowed down the list to the best 30 pizzas, so you can eat one each day of the month....

If you said Mexican posole, I’m right there with you. Hominy is a staple in Mexican cuisine and a must when making traditional posole soup. But hominy has so many other uses and it’s affordable too. This dried field corn is meaty and mild with a subtle sweet flavor. It’s a fabulous addition to all sorts of savory dishes and the star of sweet puddings. From breakfast to dessert, you can enjoy hominy all day long thanks to these exquisite hominy recipes....

Kale is packed with so many vitamins and minerals, your body will thank you for this smart choice. Healthy doesn’t have to be boring! These recipes take this veggie from bland to grand. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner, I have you covered with an incredible kale recipe. Try a bowl of savory kale hummus or throw a party with kale pesto pizza. Whatever you’re craving, there’s a kale recipe you’ll love....

Can you think of a dish that gets worse by adding cheese? Me neither. My cardinal rule of cooking states that you should always sneak some cheese into whatever you’re cooking for the tastiest results. From the classic mac and cheese to mouthwatering casseroles, you’re guaranteed to find your new cheesy staple in this recipe round-up. If you’re ready to implode with cheesiness, then read on! Here are 38 shredded cheese recipes to enchant your palate....

From baking powder to buttermilk, these cream of tartar alternatives are readily available and easy to swap in. Cream of tartar is an elusive baking ingredient that often pops up in things like macarons to help stabilize egg whites. It also acts as a leveling agent in cakes and bread. So, if you find yourself without, these cream of tartar substitutes are quick, easy, and likely already hanging out in your fridge or cupboards....

Loaded with starchy potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and a richer-than-rich dressing, it’s ridiculously creamy and decadent. Celery, onions, and carrots add another layer of flavor to the salad, but frankly speaking, this dish is predominantly rich and savory. Served chilled, this side dish goes great with classic cookout mainstays, such as barbecues, burgers, and steaks. If you want to impress your party guests, this Amish potato salad recipe must be present....

Some of these you’ve probably heard of before, while others are quite unusual. In fact, this was my first time learning about Madeleines from France and Mochi, which is popular in Japan. How many of these desserts have you tried? Let me know down below! Macarons Macarons are meringue-based cookie sandwiches with a sweet filling. But while we all consider the exquisite dessert as a French invention, it originated somewhere else....

If you’re looking for the ultimate indulgence, you just found it! Easy Fried Ice Cream Recipe What could possibly be better than frozen balls of ice cream coated in crushed cornflakes and deep-fried until golden? The contrast between the crunchy, warm coating and the cold, creamy ice cream is simply heavenly. And though I’ve specified vanilla ice cream in this recipe, any ice cream flavor works. So get creative! When it comes to this dessert, the flavor doesn’t matter!...

Avoid ruining your leftover meatloaf by following any of these tried and tested reheating methods. Meatloaf is undoubtedly one of the most scrumptious dishes in the entire planet. It’s a little complicated to make, though. So when I do, I make sure to whip up several loaves at a time, and save the rest for another day. The problem with leftover meatloaf, though, is that sometimes it dries out when reheated....

Asparagus is not only easy on the eyes, but it’s good for the body too! It’s brimming with vitamins, minerals, and nutrients, so I try to incorporate them into my diet as often as I can. This colorful veggie is in season from February to June, and peaks in April. Which means you’ll find fresh asparagus in spring. But you can find it year round, mostly imported from Central and South America....

Top it off with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and you’ve got pure heaven in a bowl! Easy Mountain Dew Apple Dumplings Apple dumplings are the perfect fall treat. But I find them quite heavely all year round. Who knew that apples, Mountain Dew, and crescent rolls would make such a fantastic combination? Plus, baking these apple dumplings will make your whole house smell heavenly. Granny Smith apples, lightly sweetened and seasoned, then wrapped in crescent rolls and baked to perfection....

But while all those ingredients make for an incredible tasting soup, the star of the dish is the gnocchi. These soft, pillowy chunks of heaven make this soup melt-in-your mouth good. And while you might think it’s as hard to make as it is to spell it, think again! This recipe is so easy, you’ll have it on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes. Recreate this Olive Garden favorite in the comfort of your home....

If you’re from or have ever been to Chicago, odds are good you’ve tried Portillo’s chocolate cake at least once. And chances are, it’s your absolute favorite chocolate cake in the world. But what if I told you that you can actually make this decadent, drool-worthy cake at home, using just 5 ingredients? It may seem impossible, but it’s true! I didn’t believe it myself either, but after trying it, I’m convinced....

The humble potato is so versatile and will taste great just about any way. But scalloped potatoes are such a creamy luxury, and every time I make them, they’re the first to go. They get devoured even faster when they’re topped with extra cheese! Whether you like smoked cheese or mature cheddar, plenty of bacon or oodles of garlic, this dish is a sure-fire crowd-pleaser. Scalloped Potatoes Recipe This dish consists of thinly-sliced potatoes layered with onions, cheese, butter, and milk....

Plump and juicy peach slices are baked into a soft and fluffy cake and covered with a ridiculously crunchy and buttery topping. Oh my goodness! This rustic dessert is not just delicious, but its sweet aroma will drive you crazy, too. The best part? It’s not even hard to make! It’s an easy-peasy peach recipe you’ll want to make again and again. Tennessee Peach Pudding Tennessee peach pudding is the definition of southern comfort....

From the patty to the condiments to the bacon, this recipe recreates the popular Travis Scott burger to a tee. Let’s get started! Travis Scott Burger On September 8, 2020, McDonald’s and Travis Scott collaborated to launch the Travis Scott burger, or as I liked to call it, the burger of epic proportions. As expected, it became a massive hit. An upgraded version of the classic Quarter Pounder, it’s no wonder it became viral both on TikTok and in the real world....

Ahh. Mashed potatoes. Perhaps the most popular side dish of all! And for good reason, too. Who can say no to smooth and velvety potatoes married with milk, butter, and cheese? It’s a creamy, buttery, and decadent side dish that goes well with almost everything! Seriously, there’s an array of entrees that pair beautifully with mashed potatoes. If you’re wondering what to serve with those creamy mashed potatoes, you’ve come to the right place....

From tacos to salad, these sides are filling and quick. Mexican-inspired dishes can sometimes be heavy or filling, but not chicken tortilla soup! I always enjoy a piping hot bowl of this soup, made with chicken, tomatoes, and lots of flavorful seasonings and spices. Chicken tortilla soup is a fantastic appetizer, main dish, or snack. Of course, it’s also satisfying to pair it with side dishes that are just as delicious....