This Beef Kafta Recipe turns a classic Lebanese dish into something possible at home on a weeknight. The succulent grilled meat kabobs are flavored with garlic, onions and lots of dried herbs and spices. Serve simply with yogurt dipping sauce, or bowl-style for a larger meal.

“Great kafta and yogurt sauce recipes! I made [this] with ground chicken, and it was really delicious, definitely a keeper! I doubled the recipe, which was a good decision because we had enough for lunches plus a container to freeze and enjoy later on.”

—Michele

If you’ve seen the term “kafta” or “kofta” on a Lebanese restaurant menu and have been unsure of what it might be or if you’d like it, this post is for you!

To quickly explain, this dish is a mixture of ground beef and/or lamb, mixed with onion and spices, formed into a patty, log or meatball, and then grilled.

Even if this is your first time hearing this term, I’m here to convince you that this dish is a great make-at-home weeknight dinner with huge flavor!

It can be made with your choice of ground meat, it comes together in about 30 minutes, and you can serve it on its own with side dishes of your choice, or bowl-style with rice, a fresh salad, and pita bread.

This Homemade Tartar Sauce is adapted from a culinary school recipe. Big restaurant flavors, in a smaller, super easy-to-make recipe. Skip the store-bought sauce and instantly upgrade any seafood dish.

Coconut Fried Shrimp are a restaurant indulgence that are even BETTER at home. Juicy, perfectly cooked shrimp are coated in a crunchy golden crust of panko breadcrumbs and tropical coconut that is sweet but not too sweet.

This Coconut Shrimp Recipe Is Better Than Any Restaurant Version!

Coconut shrimp is a popular restaurant indulgence, for good reason. When it’s good, it’s the perfect balance of savory and sweet, and the shrimp have a crispy golden brown coating while still being juicy and tender on the inside.

But the truth is that this dish is sometimes a letdown at restaurants. Either they’re overly fried, or soggy, or they just don’t make it to your table fast enough to be at their best (like, you can tell they’ve sat under a warmer for a few minutes, you know?).

Once you try this coconut shrimp recipe at home, you might never feel the need to order it out again. The perfect combination of panko breadcrumbs and shredded coconut gives you maximum crunch and the right amount of sweetness. And your dining room table being steps from your kitchen means you’ll get the freshest, crispiest shrimp possible!

With over 100K page views, this 6 ingredient Miso Dressing recipe has livened up countless salads, veggies and bowls with sweet and tangy umami-packed flavor.

“I made this tonight and my daughters were amazed by the flavor of this dressing. So flavorful with a few simple ingredients.”

—Jill

This Miso Sesame Dressing Is Irresistible

With over 100,000 page views and counting, this six ingredient miso dressing has earned its place as a must-try Foxes Love Lemons recipe. The best part? It’s a cinch to make and uses ingredients you might already have in your pantry.

Use this umami-packed flavor booster of a condiment to elevate a simple bowl of mixed greens, or spoon it over roasted vegetables, a grain bowl, or a piece of fish or chicken.

Honestly, it’s just never a bad idea to have a jar of this in your fridge. I make a triple or quadruple batch whenever I make it, because I know every drop of it will go to good use, and quickly.

Be prepared for this miso salad dressing to steal the show when you make it.

This easy Microwave Caramel Sauce uses just 5 ingredients and takes only a few minutes. Perfect for drizzling over coffee, ice cream and other desserts, or as a dip for fruit.

“I’m a caramel fan and I’ve made larger amounts but wanted just a smidgen, and this completely works! Thanks for sharing a small recipe that probably many want. I’m already on my second batch!”

—Gayle

Easy Caramel Recipe

As a seasoned food blogger, I understand the skepticism that can arise with unconventional cooking methods. Making caramel on the stove is a tried-and-true process but will making it in the microwave really give you the same rich, deep flavor and silky smooth texture?

I’m happy to report that after carefully testing this microwave caramel recipe, it is almost impossible to tell the finished product apart from sauce made in a pan on the stove top.

So, come along as we use your microwave’s rapid and even heating capabilities to turn the process of caramel-making into something fast and achievable.

This is the best Turkey Chili recipe to use up leftover turkey. It comes together in about 30 minutes and you can eat it now or freeze it for later.

“WOW! I made this chili today and it was truly the best chili I’ve ever eaten, and that’s saying something! Served it up with diced white onion, grated sharp cheddar, sour cream, Tabasco, and our favorite, oyster crackers. Enough left for lunch tomorrow. Another home run!”

—Cindy

Use some shortcuts from the grocery store to put together everything on this Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board in 30 minutes or less, with the beautiful colors and flavors of autumn.

Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board Ideas For Your Holiday Spread

With years of experience crafting beautiful, seasonally inspired charcuterie boards, I know that it’s all about getting the right combination of flavors and textures.

A beautiful Thanksgiving charcuterie board welcomes guests to the celebration and sets the tone for the rest of the meal.

Whether you’re a charcuterie enthusiast or beginner looking for ideas, I’ll guide you step-by-step through my approach to selecting, arranging and styling a charcuterie board perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall get-together.

This Homemade Cranberry Sauce is for those who like burst, whole berries and a sweet-but-not-too-sweet and still tangy flavor. A touch of orange zest and cinnamon makes it a cut above the rest.

This Will Be Your New Favorite Recipe for Cranberry Sauce

You either love or hate cranberry sauce, and you either like it from the can or homemade. And your views on this subject may change over your lifetime.

I’m not here to try to change your mind about anything. But if you’re looking for a homemade, whole-berry cranberry sauce that is sweet-but-not-too-sweet while still being the perfect amount of tart, this is the one.

Pairing fresh cranberries with sweet apples and a splash of apple cider (or even hard apple cider, if you want) creates a well-rounded sauce that will impress every homemade cranberry sauce lover you know.

Whether you’re a seasoned Thanksgiving expert or a first-timer, you can confidently prepare this in under 20 minutes.

This Baked Sockeye Salmon recipe is a foolproof way to prepare fish at home. Simple ingredients + 5 minutes of prep time, and a perfectly flaky piece of salmon with lemon and herbs will be ready!