Kirbie's Cravings

Favorite Meals & Dishes of 2017

It’s that time of year again! At the end of the year, I like to take a moment to reminisce over my favorite meals and dishes of the year. It’s always difficult to narrow...

Skillet Brownie Chocolate Chip Cookie

This deep dish skillet brownie cookie (“brookie”) combines fudgy brownies with chocolate chip cookies. It’s a decadent gooey chocolate dessert perfect for serving to friends or family. The dessert uses two one-bowl recipes for minimal clean-up and prep time.

Trader Joe’s December Edition

I love seeing all the holiday items that Trader Joe’s comes out with this time of year. Last week I stopped in to pick up some of my usual favorites along with some new...

Gold Champagne Gummy Bears

Homemade champagne gummy bears made with edible gold flakes. These are the perfect party favor for holidays, weddings, and other celebrations. I’m sharing tips for the best champagne gummy bears that have the best chewy texture and flavor!

Thai Cauliflower Fried Rice Meal Prep

Thai Fried Rice made with riced cauliflower is a healthier and low carb alternative to traditional Thai Fried Rice. It’s easy to make, ready in less than 30 minutes, and can be made ahead...

Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot

Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot, a large restaurant chain specializing in Mongolian hot pot, opened a second San Diego location in Mira Mesa earlier this year.

apple rose tarts

Apple Rose Tarts

These baked mini apple rose tarts made with puff pastry sheets are easy to make and are a great presentation for a party.

Au Cheval (Chicago)

Au Cheval is a diner in Chicago that serves a cheeseburger which has been declared by many media outlets as the best cheeseburger in America.

Ranch Cauliflower Bites

Crispy baked cauliflower bites are coated in homemade ranch seasoning. They are great as an appetizer, side dish or snack. You can also dip them in ranch dressing.

Firecracker Cauliflower

Crispy baked cauliflower pieces are coated with a spicy sweet and sour firecracker sauce. It’s a healthier version of firecracker chicken.

Wanderlust Creamery (Los Angeles)

Wanderlust Creamery is a popular artisanal ice cream shop with two locations in Los Angeles. The creamery is known for their internationally inspired flavors.

Sheet Pan Fried Rice

Sheet pan fried rice is an easier way to make fried rice that requires less work and clean-up. It’s a healthier baked fried rice that cooks on a single sheet pan.