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The Surprising Ingredient Your Salad Has Been Missing
Grilled watermelon takes on a smoky, tomato-like flavor that will give your salad a tasty twist. It pairs perfectly with peppery greens and nutty cheeses for a salty, sweet combo that will totally change up your go-to salad recipe! By Cathy Roma of What Should I Make For We eat a ton of salads in my house during the summer, and I'm always looking for new twists on our old favorites.
Ham, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Pizza
Bayonne Ham, Breakfast, Featured, Main Courses July 15, 2019 by Cathy Roma 0 Sponsored Post: #EnjoyItsFromEurope This post is brought to you by Jambon de Bayonne aka Bayonne Ham, the melt-in-your-mouth charcuterie from Europe. You’ve probably tried cured ham before, but have you had French Bayonne ham? Be sure to enter for a chance to win Bayonne ham here.
Strawberries and Cream Cake
Baking, Featured, Fresh Spring Recipes June 18, 2019 by Cathy Roma 0 Whipped cream and strawberries are sandwiched in-between layers of sponge cake in this sweet and simple strawberry and cream cake. There’s nothing sweeter (and dare I say easier) than this homemade strawberry and whipped cream cake. While simple, this cake is anything but boring. Sandwiched between two layers of sponge cake are homemade whipped cream and fresh, sliced strawberries.
Mustard-Glazed Pork Chops on the Grill
Featured, Maille: BBQ's Best Friend, Main Courses June 11, 2019 by Cathy Roma 0 SPONSORED POST: From Dijon Originale mustard to Cornichons, Maille has a rich heritage starting in 1747 that honors tradition. Check out these flavorful, fun recipes that are made with Maille and perfect for BBQ season. What can we say? Maille is BBQ’s best friend. PLUS, be sure to enter for a chance to win an awesome grilling kit below.
Put An Egg On It!
You've heard the phrase "everything's better with bacon"? Well I vote we change it to "everything's better with an egg on it"! Breakfast or dinner, poached or fried, eggs (and especially those luscious runny yolks) take all of your favorite foods to the next level. By Cathy Roma of What Should I Make For Updated: March 21, 2019 Egg Topped Bacon Cheeseburger Break out the barbecue because you need this decadent burger in your life.
Strawberry and Whipped Cream Cake
Home » Blog » Cake and Cupcake Recipes » Strawberry and Whipped Cream Cake Whipped cream and strawberries are sandwiched in-between layers of sponge cake in this sweet and simple strawberry and whipped cream cake for Mom. How are you celebrating mom this weekend? Flowers, candy, or maybe a mimosa with brunch? (If my kids are reading this, I’ll take all three.) As much as I like a mimosa (and I like a mimosa), I always love a little something sweet to celebrate a holiday. Don’t you?
Crispy Corn Pancakes
Breakfast, Featured April 12, 2019 by Cathy Roma 0 Crispy outside, soft inside, and chock full of corn and cottage cheese, these corn pancakes will rule your breakfast. Drizzle with maple syrup for the perfect sweet and savory. So I love corn casserole. Yep, corn casserole. It’s not sexy, not a foodie-food and certainly not fancy. But, c’mon, it’s sooo good.
Savory French Onion Tart
Appetizers, Featured, Side Dishes March 1, 2019 by Cathy Roma 0 A tender pastry crust topped with sweet roasted onions and just a hint of herbs make this a onion tart a favorite appetizer. Okay, so when you think party food I’m guessing your first thought isn’t onions. Right? That was until now. See this French onion tart is absolutely party-worthy and I promise that it will be the first thing that disappears at your next get-together.
Corn Pancakes
Home » Blog » Breakfast and Brunch Recipes » Corn Pancakes Crispy outside, soft inside, and chock full of corn…these corn pancakes will turn breakfast on its ear (pun intended)! Keep reading to find out the secret ingredient to achieve that light, fluffy texture! So I love corn casserole. Yep, corn casserole. It’s not sexy, not a foodie-food and certainly not fancy. But, c’mon, it’s sooo good.
Yeah, You Can Grill That!
Grilled Strawberry Cocktail Grilled strawberries bring an intense jamminess to this summery cocktail infused with a thyme-and-lime simple syrup. Kick back, relax, and slurp up summer in a glass! Grilled Strawberry Cocktail from What should I make for... Charred poblano peppers, tomatoes, and onions are pureed into quite possibly the best bloody mary you've ever had. Sure it's a little extra work, but you'll be propelled to gold-star hosting status after you serve these at your next brunch.
White Chili with Chicken
Comforting Soups, Featured, Main Courses January 18, 2019 by Cathy Roma 0 Creamy, tangy, with just the right amount of heat, this White Chili with Chicken is about to become your tailgating staple or cozy recipe for a cold day. It’s loaded with shredded chicken, white beans, spices, and cheese. Fall in my house is all about entertaining. No big fancy affairs, but casual Sunday afternoons heavy on football and all of the comfort food that goes along with it.
French Onion Tart
Home » Blog » Appetizer and Snack Recipes » French Onion Tart A tender pastry crust topped with sweet roasted onions and just a hint of herbs make this a onion tart a party favorite. Okay, so when you think party food I’m guessing your first thought isn’t onions. Right? That was until now. See this French onion tart is absolutely party-worthy and I promise that it will be the first thing that disappears at your next get-together. I love to entertain around the holidays.
Grilled Garlic Chicken Wings
Cathy Roma is the voice behind the blog What Should I Make For... where her creative recipes are accompanied by vivid photos and whimsical anecdotes about her life. Her aptly titled blog was conceived after family and friends often turned to her asking, “What should I make for a quick dinner, party or an easy side?”. It features a variety of cuisines, techniques, and foods, both savory and sweet.
11 Grown-Up Ways to Enjoy Tequila
Tequila is the "it girl" at the party right now! So toss that syrupy margarita mix and explore these craft cocktails and cool bites that celebrate the grown-up flavor of tequila instead of masking it. By Cathy Roma of What Should I Make For August 20, 2018 1. Jalapeño Paloma Hot, spicy, smoky ...
How to Use Leftovers For a Fresh New Meal
Have you run out of ideas of what to do with all that leftover turkey from the holidays? This hearty turkey stew from What Should I Make For... comes together in a snap thanks to the roasted turkey. The rich, creamy broth is teeming with veggies and and fresh herbs and is just begging to be sopped up with a tender, flaky biscuit. 2. Steak and Egg Biscuits Last night's steak turns into a breakfast of champions when paired with biscuits, melted provolone cheese, and perfectly fried eggs.
Tailgate Apple Crisp in a Foil Pack
Everything you love about a classic apple crisp, but on the grill! These individual foil packs filled with tender apples and a sweet oat crumble are a cinch to make and perfect for tailgating for the big game. By Cathy Roma of What Should I Make For When I think of the perfect tailgating menu, I think of meaty chili, juicy burgers, chicken slathered in barbecue sauce, and cold, cold beer.
10 White Chili Recipes to Cozy Up With This Fall
Fall means shorter days, cooler temps, and heartier dishes that will warm you from the inside out. These stick-to-your-ribs chili recipes skip the beef and prove that white after Labor Day is perfectly acceptable (and delicious!). By Cathy Roma of What Should I Make For Fall means football, and this creamy white chicken chili from What Should I Make For... is going to become your tailgating staple. Perfect for big games and big appetites. 2.
Chocolate Chip Olive Oil Cookies
There are few things better then the full flavors of olive oil and chocolate. Try this version of chewy cookies made with olive oil instead of the usual butter for a beautiful flavor. Some days you just need a cookie. A cookie with a chewy edge, soft center and more than the legal limit of melty chocolate chips. A cookie secretly tucked into a lunchbox can bring a smile or dunked into a mug of coffee can masquerade as breakfast. (Who me?) You can usually find a little something sweet on my counter.
Homemade Cinnamon Babka Bread
Baking, Featured June 13, 2018 by Cathy Roma 2 Swoon-worthy cinnamon swirls make this sweet, yeast bread a delicious treat for breakfast or dessert. Cinnamon-laced, crunchy-topped, soft-centered carbs. A heavenly sweet loaf of babka. Now it’s my pledge to always share my tried and true, tastiest recipes on this blog but every now and then I have to play favorites. And this babka, well, let’s just say she would get the extra big present for Christmas.
Roasted Grapes and Cauliflower with Yogurt Sauce
Cathy Roma is the voice behind the blog What Should I Make For… where her creative recipes are accompanied by vivid photos and whimsical anecdotes about her life. Her aptly titled blog was conceived after family and friends often turned to her asking, “What should I make for a quick dinner, party or an easy side?”. It features a variety of cuisines, techniques, and foods, both savory and sweet.
Buffalo Chicken Slider Sandwiches
All of the favorite flavors of buffalo chicken wings come together on a small brioche bun to make delicious slider sandwiches. I can’t remember when I got fancy. That moment when I ordered foie gras because I was craving it versus trying to prove a point. When a cocktail became a perfectly chilled martini instead of a well priced beer. When I set the table with all the flatware, regardless if we were going to use it or not.
Skillet Nachos with Pulled Chicken and Black Beans
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Classic New Orleans-Style Beignets
Served warm and with a heavy dusting of powdered sugar, these New Orleans-inspired beignets are the perfect treat with a cafe au lait. Now you might think that New Orleans is not ideal for a family vacation (and trust me the last few times we were there were not exactly G-rated), but I beg to differ. Like us, our kids appreciate food-centric trips with a little sight-seeing thrown in.
Easy Lemon and Herb Chicken Thighs
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10 Seasonal Produce to Eat (Deliciously!) this Winter
Choose: Beets with their leafy greens attached or trimmed with the root stem still attached. They should be smooth, unblemished, and dark in color. Store: Unwashed in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Cut: Wash the dirt and grit from the beets thoroughly. Boil or roast the beets, and then carefully remove the skin with a paring knife after cooking.
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