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Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Instant macaroni and cheese is so creamy, easier, and faster than making it on the stove. You can have homemade mac and cheese in 20 minutes with minimal work. Everything cooks in the pressure...

April Ramblings

I hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend. I missed my March Ramblings post as time just got away from me. But I’m back with an April one! 1. I’m currently obsessed with Reese’s Pieces...

Creme and Sugar

Creme and Sugar is a cafe in Anaheim most known for creating Unicorn Hot Chocolate. The cafe also offers Unicorn milkshakes, unicorn cake, and some non-unicorn desserts and drinks.

Starbucks’ Unicorn Frappuccino

You may have heard about Starbucks’ Unicorn Frappuccino. A colorful drink that is only available for five days (April 19-23) or while supplies last.

Sheet Pan Stir Fry

Sheet Pan Stir Fry is an easy weeknight meal and a cheat version of traditional stir fry. Everything cooks in one sheet pan for minimal clean-up. No need to hover over your stove constantly...

3 ingredient flourless breadsticks

3 Ingredient Flourless Cheese Breadsticks

These cheesy breadsticks are super easy to make. They only require 3 ingredients and are also gluten-free and low carb.

Hachi Ramen

Hachi Ramen opened recently, replacing Artisan Bento. The restaurant is still under the same ownership but with a new concept and a remodeled dining area. I had enjoyed my previous visits to Artisan Bento,...

Giant Instant Pot Pancake

Giant, Japanese-style rice cooker pancakes made in the instant pot instead. This enormous pancake is big enough to feed several people. It takes less than 5 minutes to prepare and the instant pot does...

Baked Shrimp Stuffed Avocados

Avocados are stuffed with a creamy shrimp filling and sprinkled with cheese before being baked for a warm, melted cheese finish. These baked shrimp stuffed avocados are ready in less than 30 minutes.

Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots

Honey garlic roasted carrots are an easy side dish ready in less than 30 minutes. The carrots are both crisp and tender, flavored with a sweet garlic glaze.

Lionfish

Lionfish opened a few months ago, as part of the new luxury hotel in the Gaslamp Quarter, Pendry Hotel. The restaurant focuses on modern coastal cuisine, with a menu that includes sushi, fresh catches, shared plates...

Baked Salt and Pepper Wings

Crispy, Chinese-style salt and pepper wings are oven baked rather than deep fried. The wings are then tossed in a garlic, salt and pepper mix. It’s a little healthier, easier to make and just as tasty as the traditional...