Zested Foods

02/12/2021

This delicious marshmallow popcorn is a perfect treat for Valentine's Day!

12/23/2020

Christmas is just a few days away! Don't forget to make this Christmas Punch to go with your dinner. It's easy to make and tastes delicious :)

This punch is the perfect drink to serve at your next holiday party. It is so simple to throw together at the last minute, and your guests will love it.

12/02/2020

Can you believe it’s already DECEMBER?? Want to make your home smell like the holidays? Try making this stovetop potpourri and your home will be transformed into a wonderland 🎄

Printable 🖨 recipe at https://zestedfoods.com/stovetop-christmas-potpourri/

☑️ INGREDIENTS
* 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
* 1 orange
* 2 cinnamon sticks
* 1 Rosemary sprig, fresh
* 1 tablespoon whole cloves
* 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

1. Slice or quarter the orange and place all the ingredients into a saucepan.

2. Fill the pot with water, about 4-6 cups.

3. Bring to a boil and then turn to low and simmer. Add more water as needed.

12/01/2020

Have you ever made mashed potatoes in the Instant Pot? It’s so easy and the potatoes are rich and creamy!

I like to make an infused butter with garlic , and fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme and sage. You’ll never make potatoes any other way!! Check out www.zestedfoods.com.

10/16/2020

If you were to sign up for a cooking class, what would you like to learn how to cook?

07/09/2020

Happy National Sugar Cookie Day!

I love SWIG sugar cookies, and I love that I can make them at home. This sugar cookie recipe doesn’t require any chilling, rolling or cutting... it’s very quick and easy to make.

EVERY TIME I make these cookies, I get asked for the recipe, so here it is!!

**SWIG SUGAR COOKIE RECIPE**
* 1 cup butter softened
* ½ cup shortening
* ¼ cup coconut oil
* 1 ¼ cups sugar
* ¾ cup powdered sugar
* 2 tablespoons milk
* 2 eggs
* ½ teaspoon baking soda
* ½ teaspoon Cream of Tartar
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 5 ½ cups flour

FROSTING
* ½ cup butter softened
* 2 tablespoons sour cream
* 4 cups powdered sugar
* 2 teaspoons vanilla
* food coloring, if desired
* 2-3 tablespoons milk

Instructions
* In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together butter, shortening, and coconut oil.
* Add the sugar, powdered sugar and milk and mix well.
* Add eggs and mix until well combined. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt.
* Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until smooth and well combined.
* Roll the dough into 1-inch balls (I like to use a cookie scoop) and place on a greased cookie sheet.
* Spray the bottom of a measuring cup with cooking spray and dip into a plate coated with a thin layer of sugar. Press each ball down slightly to get the rough edge that Swig cookies are known for. Keep them at least 1/2 an inch thick.
* Bake for 7-9 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool on baking sheet for 1 minute. Remove the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
* Frost and enjoy!

FROSTING
* Mix all of the ingredients except for the milk, until well combined. Add milk a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency. Frost the cooled cookies.

06/10/2020

TIP TUESDAY:

When using a cutting board, make sure to place a wet paper towel underneath the board to help keep the board in place. This will prevent your board from moving around and potentially causing you to cut yourself.

Do you prefer wood or plastic cutting boards?
@ Orem, Utah

06/09/2020

Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich!

I love this sandwich! It’s perfect for lunch, parties, or just something light for summer. Easy to make and can be made ahead.

**RECIPE**
1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, diced
3/4 cup cooked rice
1/4 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup green pepper, diced
1/8 cup green onion
1/2 of a 13oz can pineapple tidbits, drain
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup grapes, sliced in half
Croissants
Green leaf lettuce

DRESSING
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/8 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/8 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Mix sandwich ingredients together and toss with salad dressing. Chill for at least two hours. Serve on a croissant with lettuce. Makes about 3 cups.

05/06/2020

Homemade Orange Chicken is so easy to make and tastes better than takeout! I did a taste test with my husband to see if he could tell the difference between homemade, frozen and Panda Express. Check out my YouTube channel to see the results. Link in my bio. Where to you get your orange chicken from?

04/25/2020

Happy National Pigs In a Blanket day! Today was a beautiful day spent with my family. We walked to the park and had a picnic for lunch and enjoyed the fresh air.

We ended the day watching a movie as a family while eating this simple, yet delicious dinner. You can’t go wrong with ‘Little Smokies’ wrapped in a crescent roll baked and dipped in fry sauce! No wonder this day is dedicated to them!! Do you like pigs in a blanket?
#2020

04/21/2020

Hello and happy Tuesday! Today is the perfect day to make some homemade chocolate chip cookies. Hope you like this recipe, it's our favorite :)

Is there anything better than a homemade, warm out of the oven, chocolate chip cookie? I would have to say no!

04/02/2020

Tonight I attempted to make some Easter Bunny pancakes and instead they look like “taxidermy gone wrong”. My husband and I couldn’t stop laughing! What do you think of my pancake? Make sure to check out the video at:
www.youtube.com/zestedfoods