You may think that maple syrup is only good on pancakes and waffles. Well, I’m here to tell you that you need to rethink how you can use maple syrup. Since starting this blog, we’re learned all kinds of creative ways of cooking and baking with maple syrup. Also, now that we live in Maine,…
In college, you likely enjoyed pizza or ice cream for breakfast. I mean, why not? In a campus cafeteria, you can eat whatever you want whenever you want. Well, you don’t have to be a college student to enjoy this new trend of eating ice cream for breakfast. A rumored scientific study, some social media…
Setting up a nacho bar is perfect for any party or get-together. They’re fun, relatively no-fuss to prepare and allow everyone to make their own plate exactly how they like. Learn how to set up the ultimate nacho bar that’ll be the hit of your next event, whether it is watching football with friends and…
Last year, Americans bought 900 million rotisserie chickens, meaning you might be one of those people with leftover rotisserie chicken and no idea what to do with it. Here are easy ways to transform leftover meat into a restaurant-worthy meal. Getting the most out of leftover rotisserie chicken By deboning leftover rotisserie chicken, you’ll be…
There are three main potato varieties: starchy, waxy and versatile all-purpose. Understanding these different types of potatoes is your key to success in the kitchen when cooking with them. Different Potato Varieties This essential guide unravels the mysteries behind these three categories of potatoes — again, starchy, waxy and all-purpose. With this information, you can…
Funny thing about this recipe for crinkle cut accordion potatoes: I knew what I wanted to make by sight. But I didn’t know what they were called. Turns out accordion potatoes are also known as Hasselback potatoes. Some people call them crinkle cut waffle fries. Regardless of what you call them, by cooking them in…
Ran out of cream of mushroom soup? No worries — it happens to the best of us. Whether you’re missing a can, need a dairy-free option or just want to mix things up, there are plenty of ways to keep your dish creamy and flavorful. Check out these various substitutes and alternatives for when a…
There are several reasons someone might want to make homemade cream of mushroom soup and it is easier than you think. Read on for two ways to cook up DIY cream of mushroom soup. Reasons To Make Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup If you’re like me, you grew up with a parent who used cream…
Did you know there are more than a dozen different types of winter squash? Well, they’re the perfect vegetable to add to your menu planning when the days are shorter and the temperatures are colder. They offer the perfect comfort food, with a wide range of textures and flavors. You might be familiar with the…
My Full Belly is all about the best comfort food out there. Sometimes comfort food equals high calorie eats but it doesn’t have to be that way. By using a few simple tricks, you can lighten up classic dishes and keep them tasting delicious. Learn how to easily swap ingredients and change cooking techniques to…