Pico de Gallo

This easy homemade Pico de Gallo recipe features only six simple and classic ingredients like tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, garlic, cilantro and fresh lime juice. It’s the perfect dip for chips, topping for meats and tacos, or you can enjoy it all by itself as a light side dish. C … | Continue reading


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Easy Shrimp Tacos

This simple Shrimp Tacos recipe features flavorful sauteed shrimp served with tangy cabbage slaw, creamy cilantro lime crema, and all of your favorite toppings like avocado slices and cotija cheese. It’s perfect for your next Taco Tuesday! Enjoy more of my favorite shrimp taco re … | Continue reading


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Strawberry Pancakes

Enjoying a tall stack of Strawberry Pancakes is the very best way to start your day! This easy recipe features fluffy buttermilk pancakes made with juicy strawberries inside and piled high with homemade strawberry topping. Satisfy your strawberry craving with more recipes like St … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 2 days ago

Strawberry Sauce

Strawberry Sauce is a quick and easy sauce that I always love keeping on hand! It’s made with just 4 ingredients with hassle-free steps. Great to use on pancakes, ice cream and so much more. Enjoy more sweet strawberry flavor with recipes like Strawberry Pancakes and Strawberry L … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 8 days ago

Queso Blanco with Chorizo

Queso Blanco with Chorizo is perfect for Cinco de Mayo, game day, or any other party you may have planned! This zesty and smooth Queso Blanco is made with sautéed chorizo, peppers, and onions. One bowl won’t be enough! Keep the party going with chips and more dips like Guacamole … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 14 days ago

Carne Asada Tacos

Carne Asada Tacos are a must-make entree for Cinco de Mayo. Easy steak marinade makes the hanger steak incredibly tender and flavorful. Top off your steak tacos with the best homemade Pico de Gallo and cilantro vinaigrette for the ultimate bite! Make sure to also serve margaritas … | Continue reading


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Boston Cream Cupcakes

Boston Cream Cupcakes feature everything you love about your favorite pie all in one fluffy homemade cupcake! Soft and moist cupcakes are filled with smooth homemade custard and generously topped with rich chocolate ganache. Enjoy more Boston cream flavor with easy recipes like B … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 15 days ago

Pistachio Pudding

This homemade Pistachio Pudding is made with real pistachios and no artificial flavors! The rich, nutty and sweet flavors created by natural ingredients puts this homemade pudding recipe a step above the box mixes. If your family loves pudding and custard treats, try my Homemade … | Continue reading


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Creamy Mushroom Pasta

This Creamy Mushroom Pasta is super easy, incredibly delicious, and wonderfully comforting. There are a few basic ingredients, but they all come together in the best mushroom sauce for your favorite pasta. This mushroom sauce features different types of mushrooms, heavy whipping … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 16 days ago

Lemon Cheesecake Hand Pies

Lemon Cheesecake Hand Pies feature a cheesecake and lemon curd filling all wrapped up in puff pastry, drizzled with a simple sweet glaze! It’s a summery dessert recipe that’s easy to make in about 30 minutes. Spend your summer days with more of the best dessert recipes like Lemon … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 21 days ago

Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Bake

Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Bake features diced chicken, ham, tender pasta, easy cream sauce, and plenty of cheesy goodness. It’s an easy chicken casserole for a comforting family dinner night. Enjoy more casserole recipes like BBQ Ranch Chicken Casserole and Bacon Chicken Alfredo … | Continue reading


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Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits

Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits are made from scratch with simple ingredients and easy to follow steps. These buttery, soft, and slightly spicy buttermilk biscuits are the perfect addition to so many different entrees. You’ll love this 30 minute homemade biscuit recipe! For more flavor … | Continue reading


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Pesto Alfredo Tortellini

Pesto Alfredo Tortellini is so comforting and easy to make in just 30 minutes! Cheese tortellini is tossed in a cheesy, creamy homemade pesto Alfredo sauce that’s deliciously vibrant. Enjoy more comforting recipes like Pesto Pasta and Fettuccine Alfredo. I love pesto all year rou … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 22 days ago

Potato Pancakes

Comforting and classic Potato Pancakes are made with a simple combination of potatoes, onions, eggs and flour. They’re pan fried to golden perfection, creating the best crispy texture outside and softness on the inside. Serve them with sour cream or applesauce! Make sure to check … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 23 days ago

Lemon Cheesecake Cookie Bars

Lemon Cheesecake Cookie Bars make a delicious, lemon treat for the warmer months. A sugar cookie base layer made with vanilla and lemon zest and then topped with smooth, creamy lemon cheesecake and a white chocolate drizzle! Check out more of my favorite lemon recipes like Lemon … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 27 days ago

BBQ Ranch Chicken Casserole

BBQ Ranch Chicken Casserole is an easy pasta bake that’s loaded with chicken, tomatoes, corn, red onions and plenty of cheese! This cheesy goodness is baked with BBQ ranch sauce for the most mouthwatering flavor. Enjoy more of my favorite chicken casserole recipes like Creamy Chi … | Continue reading


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Lemon Pistachio Arugula Pesto

Lemon Pistachio Arugula Pesto is a vibrant pesto that’s easy to make in just 5 minutes! This bright arugula pesto features pistachios, fresh lemon juice and zest, parmesan cheese, arugula, parsley, and smooth avocado oil. It has a bolder flavor than the classic pesto but just as … | Continue reading


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Pesto Recipe

Pesto is a bright and flavorful sauce that you can add to just about anything. It’s packed with simple but beautiful flavors of fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, and dry aged cheese like Parmesan, Parmigiano-Reggiano, or Pecorino. Our family’s favorite way to use basil p … | Continue reading


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Pesto Grilled Cheese

Pesto Grilled Cheese is the ultimate easy sandwich for pesto lovers! Gooey mozzarella and provolone cheeses are complimented by vibrant basil pesto between two buttery slices of warm bread. Check out more of my favorite pesto recipes like Pesto Pasta and Pesto Roasted Potatoes Ca … | Continue reading


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Lemon Drop Martini

This Lemon Drop Martini is a perfect combination of sweet and sour in a refreshing cocktail. This classic cocktail has only four ingredients – good quality vodka, fresh lemon juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup. Sip on more of citrus simple cocktails like the Classic Daiquiri … | Continue reading


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Fried Fish Tacos

Fried Fish Tacos feature flaky, tender pan-fried fish, simple fresh slaw, some avocado, jalapenos, and a homemade tartar sauce! You can adjust these fish tacos to your own personal taste with various toppings and types of white fish. Enjoy more bright seafood recipes like Baked C … | Continue reading


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Baked Ham with Cherry Ham Glaze

Baked Ham is a holiday tradition for many families and this ham will be the talk of the party. Ham glaze is what gives ham a lot of flavor and it’s bursting with sweet and sour flavors. This cherry ham glaze features cherry preserves, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic spices. It’s … | Continue reading


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Potato Leek Soup

Creamy, velvety smooth Potato Leek Soup is simple and so comforting. Made with Yukon gold potatoes, leek, celery, chicken stock, and cream, this potato soup has the very best texture and flavor! Enjoy more of my favorite soup recipes like Tomato Bisque Soup, Mushroom Soup and Spl … | Continue reading


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Baileys Brownies

Bailey’s Brownies are delectable, rich, and fudgy homemade brownies made with addition of Baileys Irish cream! You can make them topped with Baileys whipped cream, cream cheese frosting, or ganache. The choice is yours and recipes are included. Enjoy more of the very best brownie … | Continue reading


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Shamrock Shake – Mint Milkshake

Smooth, creamy and sweet Mint Milkshake is also known as a Shamrock Shake and the epitome is the St. Patrick’s Day celebration! This homemade version of the copycat milkshake features vanilla ice cream and two types of mint flavor. For more sweet treats, try my adult or kids vers … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 1 month ago

Reuben Sliders

Reuben Sliders take everything you love about a classic Reuben sandwich and serve it up on scrumptious, sweet and buttery mini rolls! Corned beef, Swiss cheese, thousand island dressing and sauerkraut make this slider recipe an immediate favorite. Enjoy more of the best Reuben fl … | Continue reading


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Pasta Primavera

This fresh, delicious Pasta Primavera dish is loaded with roasted vegetables like summer squash, broccoli, juicy ripe tomatoes, lemon, basil and Parmesan cheese flavors. It’s a nutritious pasta recipe that you can personalize however you’d like, and you can use gluten free pasta … | Continue reading


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Irish Stew

Irish Stew is a flavorful and comforting dish made with lamb, onion, carrots, potatoes, and stout. The ingredients are very simple but there’s so much flavor from a few additional ingredients and the cooking technique. Instructions for Dutch oven and Instant Pot are both included … | Continue reading


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Irish Lemonade

Irish Lemonade is a wonderfully refreshing cocktail that’s perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! Flavors of fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, Irish whiskey and ginger beer work together perfectly. Make sure to serve it with a sprig of fresh rosemary for the ultimate aromatic experience! … | Continue reading


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Shamrock Cucumber Sandwiches

Cucumber Sandwiches are easy, light, and refreshing snack for so many occasions. These cucumber tea sandwiches are themed to St. Patrick’s Day and cut into shamrocks! They feature soft English muffins, flavorful cream cheese spread, and fresh English cucumbers. Celebrate St. Patr … | Continue reading


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Baileys Cheesecake

Baileys Cheesecake is soft, smooth, and made flavorful with everyone’s favorite Irish spirit! This elegant cheesecake features an Oreo cookie crust flavored with a hint of espresso, smooth and creamy Baileys cheesecake filling, and topped with Baileys whipped cream frosting! If y … | Continue reading


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Colcannon – Irish Mashed Potatoes

Colcannon is an Irish mashed potato dish that features buttery mashed potatoes and fried cabbage. It’s a comforting side dish that you can serve any time of the year, not just on St. Patrick’s Day! My colcannon recipe also includes bacon, leeks, and scallions for more flavor.  En … | Continue reading


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Reuben Sandwich

This classic Reuben Sandwich recipe features juicy, tender corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, thousand island dressing and rye bread. Taking all of those ingredients and getting them nice and toasty in a pan creates a crunchy crust, warmed meat, and gooey melted cheese… Every … | Continue reading


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Beer Batter Onion Rings

Beer Batter Onion Rings are perfectly crispy, crunchy, and slightly sweet. It’s a great snack for the game day, St. Patrick’s Day, or as a side dish for dinner instead of your usual fries. Serve it with some ranch or my homemade onion ring sauce! Check our more of the best fried … | Continue reading


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Irish Coffee

Irish Coffee features sweetened hot coffee, Irish whiskey and homemade whipped cream. It’s an easy, classic coffee cocktail that’s made in just a few minutes with 4 ingredients. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day and any other day! Check out more cocktails good for St. Patrick’s day l … | Continue reading


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Fried Cabbage

Fried cabbage is an easy side dish made with only 3 ingredients and simply seasoned with salt and pepper. This tasty combination of cabbage, leeks, and bacon is done in about 30 minutes. This side dish is cooked by sauteing bacon and vegetables together until bacon is crispy and … | Continue reading


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Zuppa Toscana Recipe

Zuppa Toscana is an Olive Garden copycat soup that features sausage and potatoes. It’s so comforting and full of amazing flavor from the combination of bacon, Italian sausage, potatoes, and kale. Make a big batch of this creamy and flavorful potato soup right at home with just 15 … | Continue reading


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Homemade Lasagna Recipe

This classic Lasagna recipe is like a little black dress – it’ll never go out of style and will always make you happy! Enjoy layers of ground beef, pasta, ricotta cheese mixture, easy homemade marinara sauce, and more cheese in every bite. Enjoy more baked Italian dinner recipes … | Continue reading


@willcookforsmiles.com | 2 months ago

Chicken Alfredo

Chicken Alfredo is a classic Italian-American dish that brings nothing but comfort to the dinner table. Every bite is filled with creamy homemade alfredo sauce, parmesan baked chicken and fettuccine pasta. So easy to make from scratch in just 30 minutes! Anything smothered in a c … | Continue reading


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Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting casserole that features a layer of flavorful ground beef and vegetables cooked in gravy, topped with mashed potatoes, and then baked together. This dish practically defines comforting classic home cooking.   Don’t miss more comforting Irish meat and … | Continue reading


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Corned Beef Hash

Corned Beef Hash is a simple and comforting way to use up leftover corned beef. Tender corned beef, soft potatoes, and caramelized onions are sautéed together until extra crispy. Add some eggs or leave it without if you wish. For more Irish recipes, check out our Dublin Coddle an … | Continue reading


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Instant Pot Corned Beef

Instant Pot Corned Beef Brisket is so easy to make in just an hour and a half! It’s deliciously tender and falls apart in your hands. Using the pressure cooker makes the beef so juicy and tender! Check out more of my favorite corned beef recipes like the Reuben Sandwich and 3-Ing … | Continue reading


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Homemade Alfredo Sauce

Alfredo Sauce is a fast and easy creamy sauce made with a simple combination of heavy whipping cream, Parmesan cheese, butter, flour and garlic. This recipe for Homemade Alfredo Sauce is a classic creamy pasta sauce that only takes about 15 minutes to make and features lots of Pa … | Continue reading


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Flourless Chocolate Cake

Flourless Chocolate Cake is soft in the middle with a crunchy top layer and a rich chocolate flavor. This is an impressively decadent cake but it’s easy to make and ready in about 45 minutes. With only a few simple ingredients, this gluten-free cake is elegant enough to serve for … | Continue reading


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How To Cook Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon is the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steak that is perfect to cook for any special occasion. Learn how to how to cook the best filet mignon steaks right here. Whether you cut your own steaks or get the butcher to cut it, you will be able to cook it yourself with … | Continue reading


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Italian Sub

This hot baked Italian Sub is for those of you who like lots of flavor with just the right amount of spicy! It’s made with all the great Italian flavors like capicola ham, smoked ham, salami, pepperoni, fontina cheese, marinated roasted peppers, and pepperoncini peppers. If you’r … | Continue reading


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Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

Cheeseburger Egg Rolls stuffed with juicy ground beef, melted cheese, and pickles will the the hit of the party. Serve them with a simple creamy sauce on the side. People will be climbing over each other to get to this awesome snack. If you need more party food ideas, check out m … | Continue reading


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Reuben Dip

Reuben Dip features everything you love about a classic Reuben sandwich all in a warm and cheesy dip form! It’s deliciously loaded with corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and thousand island dressing. The best part is that it’s prepared in just 5 minutes! For more of your favo … | Continue reading


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