Cheesecake Baked Yogurt [+Video]

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Cheesecake Baked Yogurt [+Video]

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Are you looking for a new, healthy breakfast recipe? Our Cheesecake Baked Yogurt is easy to make. In fact it only takes a few ingredients and your favorite Greek Yogurt to make a simple and unique breakfast or brunch recipe.

STOP with the boring ol’ breakfasts you’ve been eating for years and years! You can make this special brunch recipe for Mother’s day, Easter or just because you’re having a lazy day at home and need an easy breakfast recipe. It tastes like a baked custard and you’ll feel like you’re eating dessert for breakfast!

Ingredients for Baked Cheesecake Yogurt

There are three components to this recipe – the baked yogurt, the berry sauce topping and the graham cracker topping. I like to make the graham cracker topping and berry sauce first (up to days ahead of time), and then make the cake. Here is everything you will need:

  • Graham Cracker Topping: graham crackers, butter, kosher salt and cinnamon
  • Berry Sauce: cornstarch, water, fresh raspberries, sugar and lemon juice
  • Baked Yogurt: vanilla Greek yogurt, eggs, cornstarch, honey, vanilla extract and mixed berries
    • NOTE: The cornstarch is critical to getting the right texture for the berry yogurt bake. It soaks up extra moisture to get the perfect bake.

The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

How to Make Cheesecake Baked Yogurt

Let me take you through the process of making each part of this baked yogurt recipe

Graham Cracker Topping

  1. Blend: Add the graham crackers to a blender or food processor and pulse until fine crumbs.
  2. Mix: Add the melted butter, salt, and cinnamon and mix to combine. Set aside to use later.

Berry Sauce

  1. Combine: Whisk the cornstarch and water together in a small saucepan until dissolved then add the raspberries, sugar and lemon juice and stir to combine.
  2. Boil: Turn the stove on to medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it boil for 3 full minutes stirring occasionally then remove the pan from the heat.
  3. Strain: Press the berry mixture through a mesh strainer to remove the seeds.
  4. Cool: Let the sauce cool completely to room temperature. Store in the fridge.

NOTE: You can also use raspberry jam instead of making homemade sauce. Just warmed it up a little to drizzle on the cake.

Baked Yogurt

  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350℉ and spray an 8×8″ baking dish (or an 8″ ro

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

a photo of a large wooden serving bowl full of creamy chicken caesar pasta salad

The best pasta salad recipe must have a delicious dressing and this chicken Caesar pasta salad has exactly that. Juicy chicken breast, crunchy croutons and crisp romaine lettuce are tossed together with spiraled pasta and sharp parmesan cheese making one of my daughter’s favorite pasta salad recipes ever.

Ingredients for Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe

I always like to see a quick overview of the ingredients I’m going to need for a recipe so here is everything you’re going to need:

Salad

  • Chicken Breasts: You will cook these ahead of time and chop into bite-sized pieces.
    • SUBSTITUTION: If you want to skip cooking chicken, you could use a rotisserie chicken.
  • Salt: used to season the water that you boil the pasta in
  • Cavatappi Pasta: Rotini also works great. You want a hearty pasta with lots of nooks and crannies to catch all that yummy dressing!
  • Caesar Croutons: Any store bought brand will work great.
  • Romaine Lettuce: Rinse and dry it before chopping it up.
  • Parmesan Cheese: Grab a block of parmesan that you can shave yourself!

Dressing

  • Mayonnaise: acts as the base for the creamy dressing
  • Plain Greek Yogurt: lightens up the dressing a little and adds good protein
  • Lemon Juice: adds acidity and brightness
  • Champagne Vinegar: If you can’t find champagne vinegar, white wine vinegar will work too.
  • Dijon Mustard: adds flavor
  • Worcestershire Sauce: adds flavor
  • Garlic: You’ll grate it with a microplane or use a garlic press to get it really fine.
  • Parmesan Cheese: You want the powdery kind from the can for the dressing. It gives the dressing that signature Caesar flavor.
  • Salt and Black Pepper: adds flavor

The measurements for all the ingredients can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

How to Make Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

I know, you’re probably thinking that you’ll just buy a Caesar salad kit from the store and just add pasta and call it good, but I swear to you, this homemade salad dressing will be such a game changer! If you have the time, make this chicken Caesar salad with pasta from scratch. It’s really so simple! Here are the steps:

  1. Cook the Pasta: Get a large pot of salted water boiling over medium-high heat and add the pasta once the water is boiling.
  2. Cook the Chicken: While you are waiting for the water to boil and for the pasta to cook, get the chicken cooking. You can gril

10 Minute One Skillet Creamed Mexican Street Corn

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10 Minute One Skillet Creamed Mexican Street Corn

a photo of a dutch oven full of creamy mexican street corn topped with fresh cilantro and sprinkled chili powder

This one-skillet creamed Mexican street corn is a flavor-packed, crave-worthy dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Mexico straight to your table! Sweet, tender corn is cooked in a creamy, rich sauce made with Mexican crema then topped with crumbled cotija cheese and a sprinkle of chili powder.

Every bite is a perfect blend of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors. The best part? It’s made in just one pan, so clean-up is a breeze. This dish is perfect as a side for your next taco night or anytime you want to enjoy a deliciously creamy and satisfying veggie dish!

We are obsessed with all things Mexican street corn (or elote) over here! From our classic Mexican street corn on the cob to the our Mexican street corn salad, if you’re craving elote, we’ve got a recipe for you!

What is Mexican Street Corn?

Mexican street corn, also called elote, is traditionally grilled corn on the cob that is lathered in a mayonnaise and then coated in cotija cheese, chili powder, cilantro and fresh lime juice. Authentic elote is pretty much the taste of heaven! We are using it as inspiration for this creamed corn version!

Ingredients for Creamed Mexican Street Corn

We make this Mexican elote creamed corn side dish so often that I keep all the ingredients in stock at all times and you only need 6 ingredients to make it. Here is your grocery list:

  • Butter: use either salted or unsalted butter keeping in mind that the cotija is a salty cheese
  • Frozen Corn: Any brand works great and using frozen corn makes this a dish you can eat all year long.
  • Mexican Crema: similar to sour cream but thinner
    • SUBSTITUTION: If you can’t find Mexican crema near you, use this substitute instead: 3 tablespoons sour cream + 5 tablespoons mayonnaise. Last resort, use heavy cream.
  • Chili Powder: adds flavor, a little heat and some pretty color
  • Cotija Cheese: usually found in the Latino food area of the refrigerated section
  • Fresh Cilantro: chopped nice and small

The measurements needed for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card down at the end of the post.

Can I Use Fresh Corn on the Cob?

I’ll never say no to fresh corn on the cob! If you can get your hands on some good fresh corn, then definitely do it! This makes such a delicious summer side dish. You’ll want to cook it really well before adding the crema to it. Make sure you get a good char on it!

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Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe [+Video]

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Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe [+Video]

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Savor the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas! Tender shredded chicken wrapped in soft flour tortillas, smothered in a creamy sauce made completely from scratch, and baked to golden perfection. The ultimate comfort food, ready in no time!

I grew up not loving my mom’s enchiladas. I’m sorry mom. I think I’d love them nowadays, but because she uses a condensed soup which I pretty much never have, I’ve come up with an adapted version that uses sour cream and a roux instead of the condensed soup. Though, if you all want the old version let me know in the comments! I don’t even use an enchilada sauce in this recipe and you won’t even miss it!

Ingredients for Chicken Enchiladas from Scratch

We are essentially making cream of chicken soup from scratch, which may seem like extra work, but I love knowing everything going into my dinner! Using rotisserie chicken will save us some time, and everything else is so easy to get your hands on. Here is everything you’ll need:

  • Butter: combines with the flour to create the roux for the creamy white sauce
  • All-Purpose Flour: Helps thicken the white sauce.
  • Chicken Broth: adds chicken flavor
  • Sour Cream: makes the white sauce extra rich and creamy
  • Diced Green Chiles: adds flavor
  • Salt and Pepper: adds flavor
  • Rotisserie Chicken: Break down a whole chicken yourself or buy the prepackaged rotisserie chicken breast meat that is sold at Costco.
  • Monterey Jack Cheese: I recommend buying a block and grating it yourself.
  • Mexican Cheese Blend: found with all the other cheeses in the cheese section
  • Taco Seasoning: I like to make my own big batch and keep it on hand for when it’s needed, but a store-bought brand works fine too.
  • Flour Tortillas: Grab your favorite store-bought brand or make them yourself. If you go with store-bought, I recommend the uncooked tortillas that you cook yourself.

The measurements for all the ingredients can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Carrian’s Notes

The secret to making these enchiladas unreal is slightly browning the butter for the white sauce and then using sour cream instead of milk. This makes the sauce so creamy!

How to Make Homemade Chicken Enchiladas

Read through the following instructions to learn how to make this easy

Easy Italian Pasta Salad [+ Video]

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Easy Italian Pasta Salad [+ Video]

A glass bowl of quick and easy italian pasta salad recipe with homemade italian dressing. Rotini pasta with pepperoni, salsami, black olives, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, peppers, dressing and red onions!

This easy Italian Pasta Salad is a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for summer picnics or potlucks. Packed with fresh vegetables, cheese, pepperoni and dressed with a zesty homemade Italian dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit. Plus, check out the recipe video for step-by-step instructions!

Have you made our Greek Pasta Salad? It’s really good and one of the most popular recipes on our site. Here’s the thing though, not everyone is a fan of feta cheese, so we felt like we had no choice but to bust out an amazingly easy pasta salad recipe complete with mozzarella cheese, fresh and flavorful homemade Italian dressing, and meat and colorful vegetables galore.

There’s something about pasta salad recipes and summertime that just make the world happy. I get almost giddy the closer we get to summer just thinking about dusting off the BBQ and pulling out the lawn chairs for outdoor cookouts with friends. Make some grilled chicken and grilled corn on the cob with this pasta salad with Italian dressing, and you have yourself the perfect summer dinner!

What’s in Italian Pasta Salad?

I’ll be honest with you — our kids totally pick out some of the ingredients in this homemade pasta salad. Two of our kids love straight up cold pepperoni. So Cade and I are left to eat whatever’s leftover from this pasta salad with pepperoni. The joys of parenthood!

To make this pasta salad recipe, you’ll need:

  • Rotini Pasta: Any short, sturdy pasta works great like penne, farfalle, fusilli, macaroni, etc.
  • Pepperoni
  • Salami
  • Black Olives
  • Mozzarella Cheese: Fresh mozzarella balls are preferred.
  • Parmesan Cheese: freshly grated
  • Bell Pepper: I prefer a red, yellow or orange bell pepper.
  • Tomatoes: Grape or cherry tomatoes work great.
  • Red Onion
  • Italian Salad Dressing: You can grab some at the grocery store or make it at home with the recipe we’ve included below.

The measurements needed for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

How to Make Italian Pasta Salad

Don’t let all the mix-ins fool you, this Italian pasta salad with pepperoni is as easy as it gets! It’s just a matter of cooking the pasta, choppi

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