Author: itskristinskitchen

cheeseburger sliders
Beef

Cheeseburger Sliders with Caramelized Onions

These juicy cheeseburger sliders are everything you love about a classic burger, just in mini form. Soft slider buns brushed with parsley butter, seasoned beef patties topped with melted cheese, sweet caramelized onions, and a tangy burger sauce – it’s the ultimate party or game-day food. The real star here is the caramelized onions. Slow-cooked […]

cheese fries
Dips and Dressings

Cheesy Truffle Fries with Garlic Aioli

Crispy golden fries, a drizzle of earthy truffle oil, and a creamy roasted garlic aioli for dipping – these Cheesy Truffle Fries are next-level comfort food. Whether you’re making them as a side dish, a game-day snack, or a shareable appetizer, they’re guaranteed to disappear fast. This recipe uses simple russet potatoes, a few pantry […]

meatball buns
Beef

Peri Peri Meatball Buns

If you’re looking for the ultimate party food or weeknight comfort meal, these Peri Peri Meatball Buns are about to become your new obsession. Think soft bakery-style buns stuffed with juicy meatballs in a creamy, smoky tomato sauce, baked with melty mozzarella, and finished with a drizzle of fiery peri peri sauce. They’re messy in […]

steak tostadas
Beef

Steak Tostadas with Homemade Guacamole & Chipotle Crema

If you’re craving a dinner that’s big on flavor but still easy to pull off on a weeknight, these Steak Tostadas are going to be your new go-to. Crispy tostada shells layered with creamy homemade guacamole, buttery pan-seared steak, charred sweet corn, crumbly cotija cheese, and smoky chipotle crema – it’s the kind of bite […]

HOT HONEY GARLIC SALMON BITES
Fish

Hot Honey Garlic Salmon Bites

If you’ve never had salmon quite like this, prepare to be obsessed. These Hot Honey Garlic Salmon Bites are sweet, spicy, sticky, and perfectly caramelized – a total weeknight winner. The salmon stays juicy inside while the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that clings to every bite. Bonus? It all comes together in under […]

chocolate peanut butter brownies
Uncategorized

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Brownies

These brownies are proof that you can have dessert without the sugar crash. I made them with SimplyFit Brownie Mix – a protein-packed, lower-calorie brownie base that still has all the rich, fudgy flavor you crave. Topped with warm peanut butter drizzle, they feel like a total indulgence… without actually being one. Why I love […]

hot honey garlic shrimp
Fish

Hot Honey Garlic Shrimp

If you’re looking for a bold and spicy shrimp recipe that delivers on both flavor and crunch, this Hot Honey Garlic Shrimp is your new go-to. It’s the perfect mix of sweet heat, garlicky goodness, and crispy coating – ideal for busy weeknights, game day snacks, or even stuffing into tacos or rice bowls (that’s […]

chicken alfredo potatoes
Chicken

Easy Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Potatoes

These Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food shortcut; crispy roasted potato shells stuffed with creamy Alfredo, shredded rotisserie chicken, and plenty of gooey mozzarella cheese. They come together with just a handful of ingredients, making them perfect for busy weeknights when you still want something warm and satisfying. Pro Tip: Don’t Be […]

chili cheese dogs
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Campfire Chili Cheese Dogs with Homemade Chili

Campfire Chili Cheese Dogs with Homemade Chili There’s just something about making a hot mess of a meal while camping that makes it taste ten times better. These campfire chili cheese dogs were everything I wanted after a long day of driving. I’m honestly impressed that I managed to whip up from scratch chili in […]

roasted red pepper rigatoni
Pasta

Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni

This roasted red pepper rigatoni is everything you want in a cozy, flavor-packed pasta dish. The sauce is made entirely from roasted veggies (hello, healthy!) sweet red peppers, tomatoes, garlic, and onion – blended until velvety smooth and made ultra creamy with a secret ingredient: whipped cream cheese. Tossed with rigatoni and topped with fresh […]