Tasty Recipes for the Home Cook

Parmesan Bacon Breadsticks
Appetizer Bread / Pizza Pork Snacks

Parmesan Bacon Breadsticks

3-Ingredient Parmesan Bacon Breadsticks are ALWAYS a crowd-pleaser! You can’t go wrong with breadsticks, bacon, and cheese. They are easy to make and are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party food. I came across this breadstick recipe about 20 years ago and have made it for countless occasions since. As much as I would like to give credit where credit is due, I can’t …

Bacon Cheese Croissant Toasts
Appetizer Bread / Pizza

Bacon Cheese Croissant Toasts

When an easy crowd-pleaser is needed, make Bacon Cheese Croissant Toasts. They are halved croissants topped with cheese, banana peppers, and bacon then broiled until the cheese is golden and bubbling. Serve as an appetizer, party food, and game day eats. For a tasty treat that takes a little effort, these croissant toasts fit the bill. They are the perfect finger food for any occasion: …

Ham and Cheese Pretzel Pockets
Bread / Pizza Main Dish Pork Sandwich

Ham and Cheese Pretzel Pockets

Transform store-bought pizza dough into delicious Ham and Cheese Pretzel Pockets filled with ham and Swiss cheese, then top them with everything bagel seasoning. These soft and chewy sandwiches make for a great lunch or dinner option. Pretzel bread elevates a simple ham and cheese sandwich into a deliciously fresh meal. While it takes a little more time to prepare than just putting filling between …

Soft Homemade Flour Tortillas
Bread / Pizza

Soft Homemade Flour Tortillas

Anyone can make chewy and soft homemade flour tortillas. They require only a few inexpensive ingredients. Once you’ve got the hang of making tortillas, you will never go back to store-bought! I’m not an expert on Mexican food, but if I can make delicious homemade tortillas, so can you! There’s nothing like eating freshly made bread. When done right, tortillas are soft and supple. They …

Horseradish Cheddar and Bacon Scones
Appetizer Bread / Pizza Breakfast

Horseradish Cheddar and Bacon Scones

These Horseradish Cheddar and Bacon Scones are cheesy, bacony, and great served anytime of the day! Use meatless bacon for a vegetarian version. The idea for these scones came from an unused wedge of horseradish smoked bacon cheddar cheese. It was a do or die time for the cheese. I decided to incorporate it into scones. Although the test batch turned out decent, it needed …

Georgian Cheese Bread
Bread / Pizza Breakfast Main Dish Snacks

Georgian Cheese Bread (Adjaruli Khachapuri) with Broccoli

Adjaruli Khachapuri is a bread boat filled with hot bubbling cheese and a runny egg. It is a beloved Georgian comfort dish and total food porn. My take on it also contains broccoli and red pepper flakes for heat.  I’m a sucker for anything with a runny egg. Khachapuri, with its runny yolk and hot oozy cheese served on top of a bed of bread, always has …

Microwave Everything Bagel Chips
Appetizer Snacks

Microwave Everything Bagel Chips

You don’t have to use the oven to make bagel chips. Microwave them! These Microwave Everything Bagel Chips are crispy, crunchy and delicious! They’re much cheaper than store-bought. It’s a great way to make a small batch for a snack or appetizer. Making your own bagel chips is easy and saves you money. Cooking them in the microwave does not sacrifice the crispiness or crunchiness …

Fried Flatbread Pizza Rolls
Appetizer Bread / Pizza Easy Recipes Snacks

Fried Flatbread Pizza Rolls

Homemade flatbread is easy to make and great for pizza rolls. These pepperoni and hamburger pizza rolls are deep fried for crispy crunchy goodness! They are great for a snack or as an appetizer. I admit these pizza rolls might look a little rustic, but they are perfectly tasty! They are filled with pepperoni, cooked ground beef, store-bought pizza sauce, and shredded cheese. Deep frying …