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How to Dry Cilantro Leaves in 2 Minutes! {Dried Herb Trick}

August 9, 2020 By Heidi 28 Comments

Let me show you how to Dry Cilantro Leaves, so you can enjoy the yummy citrus like flavor of cilantro anytime you want!

Got a microwave and a few spare minutes? Learning How to Dry Cilantro Leaves is soooo easy. Especially when you use my tip for how to dry cilantro in the microwave!

It seems like I am never able to use all of the cilantro in my fridge before it goes bad. To start, I help my cilantro last as long as possible by using this clever tip for How To Keep Cilantro Fresh. Then with the rest of the cilantro I don’t have a use for right now, I love to use this Cilantro drying hack. It’s an easy way to avoid the waste and to save money! Why throw out that beautiful, half used cilantro when I can preserve it for later?

Plus, using cilantro in your recipes is really genius. Not only do you add so much flavor to whatever you’re making, but you also get the added health benefits. I especially love using dried cilantro in these easy to make chicken marinade recipes.

Just follow these steps for how to Dry Fresh Cilantro for yourself…

Cinnamon Sugar Pecans Recipe! {5-Minute Stovetop Candied Pecans}

August 2, 2020 By Heidi 18 Comments

A BIG thank you to Millican Pecan for sponsoring today’s Cinnamon Sugar Pecans Recipe!

Are you ready to indulge in the sweetest little treat? You’re going to go nuts for this easy Cinnamon Sugar Pecans Recipe! Yep… pun intended!

When it comes to making candied nuts… it can be quite the process, but that’s where these fast and easy stovetop candied pecans come in! These savory pecans wrapped in a gooey sugar glaze are beyond dreamy, and can be made in just 5 minutes!

They’re the perfect blend of sweet and cinnamon-y, and are so ridiculously fast to make! Just 5 minutes and you’re done! The hardest part will be waiting for them to cool and dry a bit, but go ahead and sneak some sticky pecans while you wait… I totally give you permission! Only sneak a few though, these little guys are addictive!! If you’re not careful, these caramelized stovetop candied pecans will disappear as fast as you can make them!

Now these candied nuts can be enjoyed all year long, but make sure to serve up these delicious cinnamon sugar pecan halves at the holidays for guests to snack on, too! Then add them to your fancy cheeseboards, spread them out in a layer over your baked pumpkin pie, or chop and sprinkle them on your baked Sweet Potato. You can even top your salads with them year round! Pecans have never tasted so good!

And if you need any more reasons to indulge in these sweet treats… just remember this: pecans are high in fiber, packed with vitamins, and a great source of antioxidants! So let’s indulge, shall we?

Are you ready to make your easy sugar coated pecans? Go grab your Cast Iron Skillet, and let’s get started!

Warning: You won’t be able to resist this nostalgic stovetop Cinnamon Sugar Pecans Recipe!

Here’s what you’ll do…

How To Never Pay Full Price At Domino’s Again…

August 1, 2020 By Heidi 2 Comments

You can enjoy a delicious slice of pizza way more often when you never pay full price at Domino’s!

How To Never Pay Full Price At Domino’s Again

The only thing better than finding a dozen easy ways to save money on pizza, is sharing those money saving tips with you. That’s why I had to share with you these tried and true ordering tips. I’ve even included some tips for How To Score Free Domino’s Pizza!

Friday nights, Saturday nights and Sunday afternoon. Every day is better with pizza!!

So get ready to save money on pizza every time you order…

Best Honey Balsamic Dressing Recipe! {5 Ingredient Vinaigrette}

July 26, 2020 By Heidi 42 Comments

Make salad the highlight of your dinner tonight with this Best Honey Balsamic Dressing Recipe!

Every dinner deserves a great salad, and every salad deserves an epic dressing! Once you try this Best Honey Balsamic Dressing Recipe, you’ll never go back to bottled vinaigrette dressing from the store again!

Seriously… you won’t believe how EASY it is to make your own gourmet restaurant-style salad dressing at home! Just toss the ingredients in a mason jar, shake, and pour over some cool, crisp greens!

This homemade balsamic dressing is sweet and savory with the perfect amount of tang. And the best part is… just 5 Ingredients, and you’re done! Just add the ingredients to a mason jar, shake, and serve! Talk about EASY!

The key to this homemade vinaigrette dressing is using a high quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar. That’s what really makes this Honey Balsamic Salad Dressing so amazing. My favorites are Trader Joe’s Kalamata Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Colavita Balsamic Vinegar of Modena {found at Walmart or your local grocery store}.

So if you’re looking for a way to add more fresh veggies and salads to your menu, then you really need to give this vinaigrette dressing a try!

Here’s what you’ll do…