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Queso Dip (+ Video)

September 17, 2017 by Amber Leave a Comment

This Queso Dip is classic! Make it mild or hot, chunky or smooth. It's extremely versatile and made with simple ingredients. No Velveeta! A tasty appetizer or snack for game day or any party gathering! I'm totally obsessed with tortilla chips and dip. Salsa, guacamole, queso, etc. It's all good to me! There is a restaurant where I live that serves the BEST queso. It's smooth and has a good heat to it. This is my variation of that queso dip, but slightly more chunky. … Read more...

Instant Pot French Dip Sandwiches (+ Video)

Instant Pot French Dip Sandwiches are full of fork-tender beef roast cooked in a flavorful broth that makes the perfect au jus dipping sauce. A family favorite, easy pressure cooker dinner! If there is one meal I feel that I have perfected in the instant pot, I would say it’s these Instant Pot French […]

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders are perfect for dinner or the big game! Quick and easy to make with leftover chicken. Plus, they taste great! *This post is brought to you by Rhodes Bake-N-Serv. Thanks for supporting the brands that make Dessert Now Dinner Later possible. With school back in session and football season upon us, […]

Blueberry Muffins

These Blueberry Muffins are so easy to make! With plump blueberries throughout and coarse sugar sprinkled on top, you’ll love nibbling on these tasty muffins for breakfast (or brunch)! I tested these blueberry muffins THREE times to get them the way I wanted them. The first time was okay, but kind of dry and bland, so […]

Oatmeal Cream Pies

Oatmeal Cream Pies – Soft and chewy oatmeal cookies filled with vanilla buttercream frosting. Inspired by Little Debbie, but made fresh and delicious in your own home! Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies take me back to childhood. We never bought them very often, but they were one of my favorite treats. The soft and chewy oatmeal cookies […]

(Cheap) Korean Beef with Vegetables (+ Video)

This cheap and easy Korean Beef recipe is made with ground beef instead of flank steak. It’s simmered in a simple, yet flavorful sauce with added vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Serve with rice, and you’ve got a delicious dinner ready in 20 minutes or less! (*Update 8/23/17: New pictures and a video!) This Korean […]

Frosted Fudge Brownies

Chocoholics NEED these Frosted Fudge Brownies! Super fudgy homemade brownies are topped with a smooth and creamy fudge chocolate frosting for ultimate chocolate pleasure. Great for lunch box treats, dessert, or anytime! My older kids start school again this week! I’ve got a 3rd grader and a 1st grader now. Crazy! When I think of […]

Volcano Bay: A Guide to Universal Orlando’s Water Theme Park

I’m taking a break from the typical recipe post to share a travel post with you all. We just got back from a trip to Universal Orlando, and while it’s fresh on my mind, I wanted to give you the scoop on Universal Orlando’s NEW water theme park Volcano Bay. Volcano Bay opened just a […]

Homemade Taco Seasoning (+ Video)

Homemade Taco Seasoning is easy to make and tastes great! Adjust the seasoning to make it mild or hot. Plus there’s no MSG or funky ingredients. Check out the video on how to turn this taco seasoning into the best taco meat ever! I’ve made this Homemade Taco Seasoning recipe a lot over […]

Broccoli Salad

This Broccoli Salad recipe is our favorite! It’s creamy, sweet, and salty, with the just the right amount of crunch. A great side dish for barbecues, potlucks, picnics or parties. Everyone loves this salad! One of my all-time favorite summer side dishes is Broccoli Salad. The dressing and add-ins are the key and this recipe has the […]

Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches

Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches are great for meal prep. A quick and satisfying breakfast for busy school mornings or on-the-go. *This post is brought to you by Rhodes Bake-N-Serv. Thanks for supporting the brands that make Dessert Now Dinner Later possible. School starts in just a few short weeks and I’m already not ready for it. […]