Celebrating National Bacon Day

Posted by on August 23, 2024

Hip hip hooray … National Bacon Day is almost here, and Tastefully Simple is ready to bring on the bacon love! But did you know that bacon is so good and well-loved that it has not one, but three holidays dedicated to it? Bacon Lovers Day on August 20, International Bacon Day on August 31, read more »

For the Love of Lemons! Lemon Recipes You Need to Try

Posted by on August 20, 2024

Everyone has heard the saying “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade” and we don’t disagree. Lemons do make everything better! The bright, zesty flavors amps up the flavor in grilled foods, desserts and drinks. Join us as we share some of our favorite lemon-centered recipes that are sure to brighten your day. As you read more »

A Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Board

Posted by on February 6, 2024

Love is in the air! This Valentine’s Day, get a little creative with your sweets and treats. Whether you’re spending quality time with your loved ones or hosting your very own Galentine’s Day, a Valentine’s Day charcuterie board is the latest and greatest food trend that is sure to win over any heart! A Valentine’s read more »

Bowl of Simply Salsa

5 Ways to Up Your Salsa Game

Posted by on September 13, 2022

What is the most popular condiment in the U.S.? Based on the title of this post, you’ve probably already figured out it’s salsa – the tomato-and-chilies-based sauce that dates all the way back to the Aztec, Inca and Mayan empires. According to statistica.com, 218 million American bought salsa last year. But why go to the read more »

How to Make Your Own Bagel Board

How to Make Your Own Bagel Board

Posted by on May 19, 2022

Bagels are such beautiful things. So delightfully tender and chewy on the inside. So perfectly crackly on the outside. While I haven’t had the pleasure of visiting New York yet, someday I vow to eat my way through that city – savoring every slice of pizza, fresh bagel and authentic black-and-white cookie along the way. read more »

Beer Bread for Breakfast? Sweet!

Beer Bread for Breakfast? Sweet!

Posted by on May 17, 2022

Fresh. Golden. Buttery. Bountiful Beer Bread Mix® has been a beloved best-seller for decades, and it’s one of my family’s all-time favorites. Just add beer and butter. Bake. BOOM. That’s it! Your house will smell divine, and there’s fresh-baked bread on your table in less than an hour. It’s amazing with chili, soups, pastas, you read more »

Let’s Roll!

Let’s Roll!

Posted by on April 14, 2022

FACT: Things that are rolled, swirled, twisted or spun are FUN! So today, I’m going to share FIVE bold, rolled (and often extolled!) recipes that bring pinwheel panache to the party. First up–Minnesota Sushi! This adorable appetizer is the stuff of our Scanda-hoovian roots up here in the northland. Ham, cream cheese and pickles are read more »

Dreamy Orange Desserts

Dreamy Orange Desserts

Posted by on February 21, 2022

Have you seen Tastefully Simple’s new seasonal products yet? They are all so tasty! Cooking and baking with these new flavors is always exciting for me I also love looking through the recipes you can create with these products. For instance, delicious Malt Mix can make malts and also be used in making pancakes – read more »

Pumpkin Waffles with Maple Glaze

Pumpkin Waffles with Maple Glaze

Posted by on September 3, 2021

Pumpkin Bread & Maple Glaze Mix is back at Tastefully Simple. Yay! This sweet bread is one of my all-time favorites. It tastes like fall and rivals anything you would get in your neighborhood coffee shop. “I thought this blog was about waffles,” you might be saying. Well, you are right! I used the Pumpkin read more »