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Honey Garlic Butter Scallops are pan seared and then coated in the most amazing honey garlic butter sauce. This meal is so quick and easy that you will make it again and again! 

If you looking for more amazing scallop recipes, be sure to check out these Pan Seared Scallops with a Lemon Caper Sauce, and these Garlic Butter Herb Scallops! I make these Amazing Creamy Tuscan Garlic Scallops, and they always please a crowd.

Honey Garlic Butter Scallops

Honey garlic butter scallops are a total game-changer! I made a shrimp recipe that had this same marinade on top of it (sticky honey garlic butter shrimp) and I thought the only thing that could top that recipe would be to put the marinade on scallops. It was seriously one of the best dishes I have ever had. My whole family agreed! It was a total hit, and I can’t wait to make it again.

I like to eat my scallops with a side of rice, and I always make this easy instant pot rice recipe. They go so perfectly together! I also can’t resist perfectly cooked air fryer broccoli. With that honey garlic marinade on top of all of it, it’s the perfect dish!

Ingredients

I think you are going to love the ingredients in these honey garlic butter scallops! They are simple and fresh, and really make a flavor combination that even the pickiest eater will love. They are sweet and savory, soft and delicious. You can find the full measurements below in the recipe card.

Honey: This is key, this is what makes them all sticky and golden. They are absolutely delicious with a caramelized outside!Soy Sauce: Soy sauce adds a lot of flavor that balances out the sweetness of the honey.Garlic: Garlic is the perfect ingredient to tie all of the flavors together in this dish. It’s savory and a little sweet, and full of amazing flavor.Lemon Juice: I love to add a little lemon juice to brighten the dish up and help all of the ingredients shine.Scallops: Choosing the right scallops is key. You want to find some that are firm and dry, and when you press on them it should feel like a pork chop. Definitely don’t get a shiny or soft one, they will not be as good.Butter: I like to cook my scallops in butter. I just think it tastes the best!Green Onion: Garnish your scallops with some green onions after they are done cooking. It adds a pop of fresh flavor!

Honey Garlic Butter Scallops Recipe

Honey garlic butter scallops are something you don’t want to overcook! But they aren’t hard to make, so there’s no reason to be nervous. When they are cooked perfectly, they are absolutely delish! I swear there is nothing better than a perfectly cooked scallop.

Marinate: In a small bowl whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic and lemon. Add half of the sauce to the shrimp and let marinate for 30 minutes.Sear and Garnish: In a medium sized skillet add the butter. Then add the scallops and set aside the marinade. Season with salt and pepper. Then turn the heat to medium high. Sear scallops for 3- 3½ minutes on each side until they are golden brown on each side. Then add the reserved marinade and pour over the scallops. Cook until the sauce starts to thicken and coats the scallops. Garnish with green onions.

These adorable mini Oreo cheesecakes are melt-in-your mouth creamy and full of chocolate cookie flavor! Not only are they insanely good, but super easy to make as well! Be prepared for them to fly off the table in all of their smooth, chocolatey goodness.

There’s nothing better than Oreo desserts, truly. Whether it’s cookies and cream ice cream or Oreo pie, I just can’t resist. If this is one of your favorite dessert flavors as well, you’ve got to try these Oreo cakesters and gooey Oreo brownies next!

Mini Oreo Cheesecake Bites

With how amazing these mini Oreo cheesecakes look, they really don’t need an introduction. But let me just say- you need these in your life right now. Oreo cheesecake is one of my all-time favorite desserts, but it’s even better in bite-sized form. Speaking from experience, you start with one and then want to eat the whole pan. They are just too good!

These mini Oreo cheesecakes have a buttery, crumbly Oreo crust (swoon) and a luscious, creamy cheesecake filling that is going to rock your world. It only takes 30 minutes to prepare both and then it’s off to the oven! Bring these to your next potluck and everyone will love you. They are one of my family’s favorite treats!

Ingredients Needed

The best thing about these Oreo cheesecake bites is that you don’t need any complicated ingredients to make them. As long as you have a leftover pack of Oreos in your pantry, you might just have all of the other ingredients to whip these up! *Note: exact measurements can be found below in the recipe card.

Oreo Crust

Oreo Cookie Crumbs: These will be packed into the cupcake liners to create the crust.Melted Butter: Adds rich flavor and helps the crust stick together.Sugar: White sugar works fine here! Add some in to sweeten up the crust.Salt: Boosts the overall flavor.

Oreo Cheesecake

Cream Cheese: Use room temperature cream cheese to make sure everything mixes together smoothly.Sour Cream: I love adding sour cream to baked goods because it makes them so moist and tender! Greek yogurt also works as a substitute.Sugar: Granulated sugar adds sweetness to the mini cheesecakes.Vanilla Extract: Helps to deepen the flavor of the mini Oreo cheesecakes.Large Eggs: Act as your binding agent.Crushed Oreo Cookies: Pack delicious chocolatey flavor in each bite.Whole Oreos: (Optional) For topping! You can also add a dollop of whipped cream. It gives these mini Oreo cheesecakes the best presentation!

How to Make Oreo Cheesecake Bites

Traditional cheesecake can be tricky to make! (It’s so worth it though! I have a great cheesecake recipe here if you’re up for the challenge.) But these mini Oreo cheesecakes are foolproof! No water bath, no fuss, just add your cheesecake mixture to the cupcake liners and bake!

Preheat Oven, Prep Pan: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a muffin pan by lining each cup with a cupcake liner.Crust Mixture: In a bowl, combine your Oreo crumbs, butter, and sugar and salt. Then mix until well combined and pack the crust evenly into each cupcake liner firmly. Bake for 5 minutes. Then remove from oven and set aside.Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, using a hand mixer, beat together the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and well combined. Add in your sugar, vanilla, and eggs and beat until smooth. Add in your crushed Oreos and mix until just combined.Bake: Pour your filling into each prepared cupcake about ¾ full. Bake for 16-20 minutes, until the cheesecakes are set in the middle.Chill: Remove from oven and let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or overnight.Add Toppings: Garnish mini Oreo cheesecakes with an Oreo and enjoy!

These Chicken Fajitas are served sizzling hot with all of your favorite toppings. This meal needs just one pot and is ready in under 30 minutes. It’s flavorful and always a crowd-pleaser!

I love everything about a fajita! It’s meat and veggies seasoned to perfection and served piping hot. They always hit the spot! I have a quite a few fajita recipes that you are absolutely going to love. You have to start with the classic Grilled Steak Fajitas, and then branch out and try some Air Fryer Fajitas, and these super fun and easy Steak Fajita Roll Ups!

Chicken Fajitas

These chicken fajitas taste just like your favorite Mexican restaurant! They are sizzling hot with all of the amazing flavors of perfectly seasoned chicken, bell peppers, and onions. I know I love ordering them when we eat out, and now you can have the same great meal at home!

Serve these fajitas up with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans to get the full experience. While you’re at it, you could make some pico de gallo too, because a fresh salsa on top always hits the spot! My family loves to have sour cream and cilantro handy too, but it’s up to you how you want to serve your fajitas. You can make then any way you like them, just make sure to make extra because they will disappear fast!

Ingredients

The ingredients for chicken fajitas are really straightforward! Super simple to pick up from the grocery store and you will have a delicious meal ready in under 30 minutes. I like the fact that the chicken is cut up into small pieces which makes everything cook faster. This is a simple and easy meal! You can find the full measurements below in the recipe card.

Sizzling Chicken Fajita

Olive Oil: I like to use olive oil to cook my ingredients because I love the flavor and it’s a healthy oil choice. You could use vegetable oil, or whatever oil you wanted.Chicken: You will need 3 lbs of chicken breast or thigh. I like to cut them up into pieces that are the perfect size for one bite. If they are too big they will be harder to eat out of the tortilla.Fajita Seasoning: I really love to make my own blend of fajita seasoning because it’s so fresh and delicious that way. It’s a mix of spices you probably already have in your pantry, and it’s totally worth making.Bell Peppers: I like to buy a variety of red, green, and yellow bell peppers. They all taste delicious and make the dish look really inviting.Onions: Sauteed onions are the best in fajitas! They add tons of flavor and extra texture. They also add a lot of flavor to the chicken.

For Serving

Flour Tortillas: Flour tortillas are the best for chicken fajitas if you ask me! I like to make my own tortillas when I have the time. You can also buy them from the store.Avocado: Fresh avocado sliced on top of a fajita is seriously a game-changer! Once you try it you’ll never go back.Limes: I love to serve lime wedges to squeeze on top. It’s the perfect way to brighten up the dish and it helps to bring out all of the amazing flavors.Cilantro: Fresh cilantro on top is optional. I know it’s not for everyone! For those of you who like it, feel free to use some on top after you finish assembling your fajita.

Chicken Fajita Recipe

There’s nothing to these sizzling chicken fajitas! It’s as easy as cooking your ingredients in a skillet, and serving up some delicious fajitas. I’ve listed other ingredients you might want to include like lime, tortillas, and cilantro. You can serve them with whatever your heart desires!

Cook Chicken: In a large skillet over medium high heat, add the olive oil and chicken. Sprinkle half of the fajita seasoning on the chicken and cook until no longer pink. Set chicken aside on a plate.Cook Vegetables: Add the bell peppers, and onion. Sprinkle remaining fajita seasoning on top. Sauté until they are tender. Add chicken back to the skillet and stir until heated through.Enjoy: Serve in tortillas and use desired toppings.

Sweet, fluffy, and keto-friendly! These delicious keto pancakes are a simple and healthy brunch option for when your craving a carb-filled breakfast but don’t want to mess up your macros.

Even if you’re on a low-carb diet, you don’t have to sacrifice flavor and satisfying meals! Try this keto pizza or mac and cheese next! These keto brownies and keto ice cream are also great options if you’re craving something sweet.

Quick and Easy Keto Pancakes

I was hesitant at first when everyone around me started eating a keto-friendly diet, but then when I saw how great they felt and that they weren’t starving themselves I became interested. One of my biggest hesitations towards a low-carb lifestyle is that I thought I’d have to give up some of my favorite foods such as pancakes. I now know pancakes, as well as many other carb-laden foods, can also be made keto-friendly! (I’m looking at you, pizza and breadsticks!) These easy keto pancakes are so light and fluffy with a hint of sweetness. They’re up there with my all-time favorite pancake recipe!

The slightly sweet flavor allows you to skip the syrup and enjoy them just as they are or with nut-butter spread on top. I’ve shown them here dripping in syrup and with berries, but these toppings aren’t a necessity. They really are so good on their own! Pair them with some bacon and scrambled eggs for some added protein and you have the best breakfast to start your day with! This keto pancake recipe is one you’ll one to come back to again and again. It tastes like a cheat day without the carbs!

What Are Keto Pancakes Made Of?

You may need to shop for a few of these ingredients, but they’re great for having on hand when you’re on a low-carb diet. Almond flour is a must! You can use it for all sorts of recipes, from pie crusts to brownies to homemade bread! Looking for measurements? They can all be found in the recipe card below.

Almond Flour: This gives the keto pancakes structure. Almond flour is low in carbs while also being packed with healthy fats.Coconut Flour: Coconut flour is another great flour to use for ketogenic diets! It’s low-carb but packed with healthy fats.Stevia: To sweeten up your pancakes while keeping carbs low. You can also use monk fruit sweetener!Baking Powder: This is a must-add for light and fluffy pancakes. Almond flour can tend to be on the denser side, so you’ll want to make sure you add a rising agent to mimic the light texture that regular flour would give you.Salt: Keeps your pancakes from tasting bland.Eggs: Help bind everything together!Almond Milk: Any non-dairy and low-carb milk will work. I would advise staying away from oat milk here, though, it’s naturally high in carbs. You can also use a protein enriched skim milk like Fairlife to achieve a similar result.Oil: Use your favorite cooking oil here! It will make your keto pancakes moist and soft.Vanilla Extract: For a touch of sweet flavor.

How to Make the BEST Keto Pancakes

These fluffy keto pancakes are some of the easiest pancakes to prepare. They take no time at all to whip up! Not only do they taste like old-fashioned pancakes, but they come together like them too.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the almond flour, coconut flour, stevia, baking powder, and salt together and set aside.Mix Wet Ingredients and Combine: Using a smaller bowl beat the eggs, almond milk, oil, and vanilla extract together until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and continue to whisk them until slightly smooth (some lumps are okay).Adjust Consistency: If the batter is too thick to pour then add more milk 1 tablespoon at a time to make it thinner.Cook: Warm a large pan with a flat bottom on the stove over medium heat. Using a ¼ cup measuring cup or a ladle spoon the batter out into the pan. Once the batter begins to bubble and firm flip the pancake and allow it to cook on the other side. Repeat with the rest of the batter.Serve: Top keto pancakes with berries, butter, or sugar-free syrup and enjoy!

Garlic herb cream cheese is tangy and full of flavor. It’s the perfect spread for bagels or served as an appetizer with fresh veggies or crackers. It takes 10 minutes to whip up and will be the hit of your next party!

An appetizer is the best part of a party in my opinion! I can’t get enough of all of the snack foods, especially this time of year. If you are looking for the perfect appetizer for your next party, you’ve got to try these Jalapeño Poppers with Bacon, these super simple Ranch Pretzels, and these amazing Homemade Mozzarella Sticks.

Garlic Herb Cream Cheese

This savory garlic herb cream cheese recipe is easy and so full of flavor. It’s perfect on a vegetable tray as a dip or spread on top of a bagel. It is a tried and true recipe at my house, and we make it all the time. The best part is that it takes literal minutes to whip up and everyone loves it. It’s a great way to dress up your average cream cheese dip.

If I’m hosting a party, I am definitely going to make a charcuterie board and some party dips! I probably make crack chicken dip the most often, which is perfect served with crackers or rolls. This garlic herb cream cheese is the perfect thing to serve alongside all of that because it’s great with every kind of bread. If you like garlic, this is the recipe for you!

Ingredients in Garlic Herb Cream Cheese

This garlic herb cream cheese is full of delicious ingredients like dried herbs and cheeses that combine in the perfect way. Open up your pantry and double check that you have these dried herbs on hand. If you don’t, you will want to grab them from the store because you’ll want to have these herbs in your pantry anyways! They are great in so many other recipes. You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

Cheeses

Cream Cheese: Cream cheese is tangy and creamy, and the perfect base for a spread.Parmesan Cheese: Parmesan cheese is sharp and full of flavor. It really ramps up the savory notes in this spread.

Seasonings

Dried Parsley: Dried parsley is kind of sharp and acts like a citrus would, because it brings out the other flavors in this spread.Dried Chives: I like to use dried chives because using dried ingredients means the dip will last longer. If you want to use fresh chives you can! Just know the shelf life of this spread will be shorter.Basil: Dried basil adds a flavor that actually tastes sort of like mint, and it really brightens up the spread.
Thyme: Thyme is my favorite herb! I just love the way it has almost every flavor you can think of all in one. It’s perfect in this spread.
Dill: Dill is best known for the flavor it adds to pickles. It’s the perfect pair with the tangy cream cheese.
Garlic Powder: Garlic powder is a great addition to the spread. It’s savory and sweet and OBVIOUSLY this is a garlic spread so it’s a must!
Onion Powder: Onion powder is an easy way to add lots of flavor to the cream cheese. You could add fresh red onions for a nice texture and flavor, but the powder works just as well.
Salt and Pepper: This helps to ramp up the flavors in the cream cheese.

Garlic Herb Cream Cheese Recipe

This garlic herb cream cheese is the perfect recipe to whip up when you need something easy and fast. It can go great along with so many different dishes because it can add flavor and variety to any meal. Even my kids gobble up anything with this spread on it. It will become your new favorite thing!

Add Ingredients: In a bowl add the softened cream cheese, parmesan cheese, parsley, chives, basil, thyme, dill, garlic powder, and onion powder.Mix: Then mix with an electric hand mixer until smooth and incorporated.Season and Enjoy: Add salt and pepper to taste and then serve over bread or crackers.

Fork-tender, melt-in-your-mouth pot roast with delicate potatoes and sweet carrots in a perfectly seasoned broth. This recipe is super simple but will make you feel like you’ve spent all day cooking.

Nothing completes a Sunday pot roast like a fresh chopped salad and some homemade rolls. These perfect soft and buttery rolls or copycat Texas Roadhouse rolls should do the trick!

Melt in Your Mouth Pot Roast

Not only is this melt in your mouth pot roast a quintessential Sunday meal, it’s also perfect for company or a special occasion! It’s just so easy. Prep it, throw it all together and at the end of the day you have a perfect sit-down dinner hearty enough to satisfy any appetite. Generously seasoned meat, coupled with onions and vegetables surrounded by a savory broth is just so heavenly.

One of the best things about this roast is that it’s almost better the next day. It’s perfect for leftovers or to use for sandwiches, tacos or other hearty roast meals. It’s one of those dishes that you make once and can usually use at least twice. Perfect a hectic work week, and the whole family loves it! Win win! Pair it with these Instant Pot mashed potatoes for a quick and easy dinner the family will go crazy over.

Pot Roast Ingredients

I’ve given you three ways to cook the roast but the ingredients are all the same. It’s one of those hearty meals that brings everyone together around the table for good conversation and great memories. Exact measurements can be found below in the recipe card.

Olive Oil: You can use canola oil, but I like the extra bit of flavor the olive oil adds.Chuck Roast: You’ll need a 3-4 pound roast. If your roast is much bigger, you’ll need to adjust the seasonings to accommodate so you have enough flavor.Salt and Pepper: This is for generously seasoning the roast before searing.Carrots: Use large carrots you have to cut yourself, they have so much more flavor than baby carrots.Potatoes: The best potatoes for putting in a roast are yellow, golden or Yukon potatoes.Onion: Yellow or white onions are flavorful but mellow enough to add flavor but not overpower.Beef Broth: Make your own or buy prepackaged beef broth.Red Wine: The alcohol will cook off and you’re left with flavor and tenderness. You can also substitute this with apple juice, cranberry juice or more beef broth.Worcestershire Sauce: Boosts and intensifies the meaty flavor.Garlic: Use fresh minced garlic for the best taste.Onion and Garlic Powder: Adds the best savory flavor!Salt and Pepper: This is to add to the sauce.

How to Make the Most Tender Roast

The wonderful thing about this pot roast recipe is that you can make it three different ways and end up with the same result any way you make it. The way of putting it together is the same for all three methods. So whether you use a slow cooker, pressure cooker, or the oven, it will always be fall-apart tender.

Sear: For the oven and slow cooker, heat the oil over medium high heat in a cast iron skillet or heavy frying pan. Then salt and pepper the roast generously. Once the oil starts to smoke, sear each side of the roast for 2-3 minutes to give it a nice dark brown crust. If using an Instant Pot use the sauté button. Wait until it says “hot” before adding the oil and once it smokes sear the roast on all sides. Then remove the roast from the instant pot.Assemble: In the slow cooker, instant pot or a large casserole dish place the carrots, potatoes and onions into the bottom.  Next place the meat on top. In a small bowl combine the beef broth, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, onion, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Then pour over the roast.Cook: In the slow cooker, cook pot roast on low for 10 hours or till tender. In the Instant Pot cook on high for 60 minutes and natural release. For the oven, cover tightly with foil or a fitted oven safe lid and cook at 425 for ONLY 30 minutes then turn the oven down to 300 for 4-5 hours.

Healthy dinner recipes can only mean one thing… That it’s time to ring in the new year! Goals and resolutions to eat healthier are always on someone’s list so I’ve rounded up the best healthy recipes to start the year off right!

This is a collection of more than 40 incredibly delicious and HEALTHY dinner recipes that will get you started! Start with this Chicken Pasta Salad, this Lemon Parmesan Sardine Pasta, or this amazing Creamy Zucchini Soup!

Amazing and Delicious Healthy Dinner Recipes

A recipe that is healthy and delicious is such a win-win! They are the best kinds of recipes because you can eat them and enjoy them guilt-free! What makes a recipe healthy you may ask? Well, it’s different for everyone! I like to ease up on sugar and salt. Then, add in some turkey meat, vegetables, or fruits and you have yourself a pretty healthy meal! They are absolutely delicious and cooking healthy doesn’t have to be hard! These recipes are simple and don’t take too long to make!

To make things easy for you, I have rounded up all of my favorite healthy dinner recipes that I have. Putting them all in one place will just make it easier for you! That way, you don’t have to go searching for them everywhere. Plus, you know they will be delicious! There is a huge variety to choose from so go ahead and look through this list. There are so many that you are sure to find at least one or two that you love! I know that this is definitely a list that I come back to over and over!

Easy Chipped Beef Cheese Ball is the perfect appetizer full of cheddar cheese, cream cheese, green onions, and dried beef. Salty dried chipped beef pairs perfectly with fresh and tangy ingredients to make each bite an explosion of flavor!

If you are looking for an awesome cheese ball recipe you have come to the right place. You should also try this Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball, this super easy Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Ball, or this perfectly refreshing Pineapple Cheese Ball.

Chip Beef Cheese Ball

It’s no secret I’m a huge fan of appetizers! From dips to sliders, charcuterie boards and of course cheese balls, I just can’t get enough! There is nothing better in my opinion than walking into a party and seeing a snacking spread. I can’t WAIT to dive in, and so I always make sure my parties are packed with snacks. Cheeseballs are one of my favorites because they are so simple to prepare!

There really isn’t anything to a cheese ball, and once you make it at home you won’t ever want another store bought! Homemade cheese balls are totally customizable, and you can make them exactly the way you like them. This easy chip beef cheese ball is a great first-time recipe because it is always a hit, and super easy to put together.

Ingredients

A chipped beef cheese ball is made up of just a few simple ingredients. It’s so important to get good quality ingredients for your final product to taste as good as you want it to. You should be able to find chipped beef at your local grocery store in the canned meat aisle. You can find full measurements below in the recipe card.

Cream Cheese: You will need two blocks of cream cheese, I prefer to use full-fat cream cheese. Make sure to leave it out at room temperature for a few hours so it has time to get soft.Dried Beef: Chipped Beef is a form of pressed, salted and dried beef that has been sliced into thin pieces. It’s usually in a jar near the canned meat section of the grocery store.Green Onions: Green onions are so perfect on the outside of the cheese ball. You will want to wash them well and slice them into small pieces so they are the perfect size.Cheddar Cheese: I like to buy shredded cheddar cheese, because it saves time. But you can also get a block of cheddar cheese and shred it yourself. You will need one cup.Worcestershire Sauce: I totally stand by this being the secret recipe in this cheese ball! It’s packed with flavor and perfect with cream cheese. You will definitely want to use it!Garlic Powder: Garlic powder really packs great savory flavor that goes great with all of the flavors in this cheese ball.Salt: I like to add a little salt to help bring out all of the flavors of the other ingredients. Because the chipped beef is already salty, you could leave it out if you wanted to.

Chipped Beef Cheese Ball Recipe

Get ready to be amazed with how easy it is to make this chipped beef cheese ball recipe. It’s perfect served with ritz crackers, wheat thins, or fresh vegetables. I know a lot of people who love to put walnuts or pecans in it as well. It’s perfect any way you want to make it!

Mix: In a large bowl, add the cream cheese, chipped beef (reserving about ¼ cup), green onions, cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and salt. Mix together until incorporated.Roll: Roll into a ball and wrap in plastic. Chill for at least an hour or until firm.Roll in Toppings: Unroll the cheese ball from the plastic wrap and roll in reserved chipped beef and green onions. Serve with crackers.

Fall-off-the-bone slow cooker short ribs are a perfectly hearty and savory dinner! This is the best way to cook succulent beef and fork-tender carrots that are emerged in a delicious sauce that is full of flavor.

Serve this with a side of my Dad’s famous mashed potatoes, delicious mashed cauliflower, or this incredible rice. You can serve the meat and sauce on top of the sides to help soak up all the yummy goodness of this meal. I also love to enjoy this meat with fork-tender vegetables.

Slow Cooker Short Ribs

Slow cooker short ribs are a cut of beef taken from the brisket, chuck, plate, or rib areas of beef cattle. They include a short portion of the rib bone, thus the name short rib. Once this meat cooks all day in the slow cooker it becomes fork-tender and is amazing. Your whole family will love this delicious and flavorful dish because the meat melts in your mouth!

This is why beef short ribs were meant for long, slow braising at low heat. The longer you cook them then the better they become. If you cook this type of beef fast then it will remain tough. Cooking them in the slow cooker is the best way to get them to the perfect level of fall-off-the-bone doneness. After cooking away for hours in your crockpot, short ribs turn from tough to melt-in-your-mouth tender. They’re a perfect winter meal. Add my perfectly sauteed Brussels sprouts and some yummy rolls! I also love to serve this with this strawberry pretzel salad and it’s a perfect Sunday meal.

Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs Ingredients

It only takes a handful of ingredients to make this meal full of flavor! The sauce is the best part of this recipe. You are going to love how juicy and tender this dish is. My husband requests this all time, and I love to make it because it is so easy.

Beef Short Ribs: 8-10 should fit nicely in your slow cookerSalt and Pepper: Season to taste.Olive Oil: For searing.Carrots: Use large carrots, not baby carrots. Large carrots have more flavorBeef Broth: To have an excellent beefy flavor don’t substitute for other broth.Garlic: 3 cloves sounds like a lot but trust me it’s needed.Tomato Paste: Imparts strong flavor without the extra water.Worcestershire Sauce: Gives immense flavorItalian Seasoning: One of my all-time favorite spice combinations, it’s so good!

Cooking Beef Short Ribs

This recipe only takes a few minutes to put together then let the slow cooker do all the work! You will love how easy this slow cooker short rib recipe is. It’s a great meal to make in the morning then it’s ready when it’s time to eat dinner. It doesn’t get any easier!

Sear: Salt and pepper the short ribs then sear in a skillet over medium-high heat. Make sure to do all sides. When they have a nice golden crust on all sides place in the slow cooker and add the carrots on top.Sauce: In a small bowl whisk the beef broth, garlic, tomato paste, worcestershire and italian seasoning. Pour the sauce over the ribsCook: For best results cook on low for 8-10 hours.

Crudités is a French dish that is a fresh vegetable board served with delicious dips like hummus. It’s the perfect way to add color and variety to your appetizers, and will be the star of your next party!

I like to balance out my party dishes with this veggie board because it is light and refreshing. I always serve dips and other appetizers that can be a bit heavy. Don’t get me wrong, they are my favorite thing to make and eat! If you are looking for some other fun appetizers to serve at your next party you’ve got to try this easy poolside dip, these perfect for a crowd ham and cheddar sliders, or these crispy air fryer chicken wings.

Crudités Platter

Don’t worry, I didn’t know how to pronounce crudités when I first saw it either! It’s a French word that is pronounced kroo-dee-teh which means a tray of raw vegetables that usually has a dip. I add hummus, because it is my favorite thing with raw veggies but a Ranch dip or a Greek yogurt dip would also be perfect. My biggest tip for making this tray is getting vegetables that you KNOW your family or friends will enjoy!

I like to serve a veggie tray or crudités along with other more filling and hearty party dishes like jalapeño poppers and little smokies. There’s a lot to be said about crunchy fresh vegetables to break up your snacking. It’s also a great way to keep lots of vibrant colors on your table.

Ingredients

Crudités is a perfectly fresh tray of veggies that you can serve anytime. It’s really important that you pick vegetables that are flavorful and in their prime. A bigger cucumber doesn’t mean a better or more flavorful cucumber. It’s a great time to figure out what size a vegetable is the most flavorful and to spend a few extra minutes at the grocery store picking the best you can find.

Dips

Hummus: I absolutely love making hummus at home because you can make it taste exactly the way you like. You can also get one from the store. I like to have a classic simple hummus and another more flavorful one. Whatever you choose, hummus is perfect for crudités!Roasted Red Pepper Hummus: Roasted red pepper hummus is one of my all time favorite hummus recipes. It’s so easy to make, and it’s full of deep and savory flavors. It’s the perfect way to spice up your veggies.

Whole Vegetables

Asparagus: Asparagus has such a great flavor and is perfect for dipping! Cut the bottoms off and make sure to wash them well.Cauliflower: Cauliflower is easier to eat in my opinion than broccoli, so I like to add it to my tray. It also tastes great with hummus!Tri Color Carrots: I like the different colors of carrots for crudités, and they each have a slightly different flavor. I like to quarter them so that they are still long for dipping.Sugar Snap Peas: These are everyone’s favorite! The pod is edible, so I usually just throw the whole pea on the plate and let my guests decide how they want to eat them.Radish: I really like radishes raw. I slice them in half or into quarters so that they are easier to eat.Cherry Tomatoes: Cherry tomatoes are so easy to pop in your mouth, and they are so juicy and refreshing.Mini Sweet Peppers: The mini size are perfect for one bite, and they are so full of flavor.Broccolini: I find people like broccolini better than heads of broccoli, so I always go with broccolini!Rosemary, Thyme, and Sage: This is for garnish and smell mostly. It really makes the tray beautiful!

Sliced Vegetables

Eggplant: I love egg plant! I sliced it into quarters the long way so they were easy to dip. If you bought an older bigger egg plant, you might want to peel it. The peel can get bitter.Celery: This is the obvious classic. It’s a great one to add!Red Cabbage: I like to eat raw cabbage, but I know lots who don’t. Leave this out if it isn’t your thing!Cucumber: Cucumber has the perfect crunch and goes great with hummus. It always disappears first! I like to slice it into long sticks that are easy for dipping.Rainbow Chard: Chard has a stalk kind of like celery and a top like lettuce. I like the rainbow variety because of the beautiful color.

Crudités Recipe

You can assemble your crudités however you want. I like to arrange the veggies in different patterns and mix up the colors so that it looks interesting and appetizing. Make sure to wash your veggies really well before putting them on your board!

Add Dip: On a large platter add the hummus dips.Add Veggies: Arrange the veggies around the dips and garnish with rosemary, thyme and sage.