This Cheesy Bacon & Brussels Sprouts Bake Is Drool-Worthy

Bella Breakdown Food cravings are real, especially when you’re trying to be healthy. When those cravings come a’calling, we head over to Tastemade and check out recipes. This recipe roundup is so drool-worthy it’s not even fair. There’s salted caramel billionaire bars that prove you don’t have to be filthy rich to be filthy satisfied. Then, they really hit us in the heart with fried cheesecake bites, because the only thing better than cheesecake is fried cheesecake. For your tastebuds, enjoy the most delectable recipe for cheesy bacon and brussels sprouts bake, brought to you by Tastemade of course:...

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Pro Tip: How To Cut A Watermelon….The Right Way!

The Perfect Poolside Snack When we think of summer, we think of hot and sunny days by the pool or beach, complete with fresh fruit. Watermelon has long since been a summer BBQ staple, but it’s not the easiest fruit to cut…until now, that is. Refinery29 has brought us the best demo on how to cut a watermelon, and it’s just in time for your summer BBQ with friends! Be the hostess with the mostess, and cut the perfect watermelon slices for a poolside summer staycation! How To Cut A Watermelon, by Refinery29 Step 1: Buy a watermelon. Step...

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Mac N Cheese Empanadas And Apple Streusel Bread…OMG

Bella Breakdown Okay, are you salivating yet? We sure are! These two recipes are decadent, delicious and filling. You get your shot of saltiness with these cheesy and gooey mac n’ cheese empanadas, and then you can polish it off with a savory sweet treat like apple streusel pull-apart bread. Need we say more? Mac N’ Cheese Empanadas by Tastemade INGREDIENTS For the dough: 1 1/2 cups flour 3 tablespoons ice-cold water 1/2 cup cold butter, grated and chilled 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Egg wash (1 egg + 1 tablespoon water) For the filling: 6 ounces...

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Keep Some Extra Cash This Summer With These Dollar Store Cooking Hacks

Bella Breakdown Cooking a gourmet meal can be expensive, especially if you’re hosting a party. We all love to have summer BBQ’s and cookouts, but cooking for a lot of people can really add up. If you want to maintain that gourmet flair to your summertime get-together while keeping a budget, try purchasing some of your cooking supplies at the Dollar Store. Here are some of the best cooking supplies to avoid blowing the bank on: 1. Pizza pans: Whether you use them on the grill or in the oven, pizza pans are great for cooking large amounts of...

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The Perfect Cheddar Cheese Sauce For Cinco De Mayo

Bella Breakdown Another year, another Cinco de Mayo. Let’s be honest…it’s just another excuse for Americans to drink, but hey, we aren’t here to judge. We are here to provide you with the perfect cheddar cheese sauce recipe to pair with your copious amounts of beer. Beer and cheese go better together than….well….most things! Enjoy Cinco de Drink-o with this delectable recipe, courtesy of My Recipes: Ingredients 1 cup 1% low-fat milk, divided 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1.5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1/3 cup packed) 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Steps Combine 1/4...

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