The Recipe Critic

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• Copycat Disneyland Recipe Roundup
• Parmesan Garlic Grilled Broccoli
• Mexican Pasta Salad
• Pineapple Lemonade
• Better Than Take-Out Recipes

Copycat Disneyland Recipe Roundup Posted: 04 Jun 2022 05:00 AM PDT This is the happiest page on the blog with all of these Disneyland recipes! These are recipes that will bring the parks back home with you and here’s a secret… They taste even better! I love all of the food at Disneyland and I have a hard time picking out my favorites! But.. If I have to choose then I would have to say these macarons or this churro toffee! It’s SO GOOD! Disneyland Copycat Recipes I know that some people go for the rides and other people go for the entertainment but I go to Disneyland for the FOOD! I know, what a surprise! But in all seriousness, if you aren’t going for the food then you are missing out. Disney changes up its menus seasonally so there is always new stuff to try but I always end up buying all of their classics like the churros or the dole whips. they are just too good. I always stuff my face will everything that I can get my hands on (luckily you walk it all off during your time in the parks!) and then when I get home, I crave the food and it’s nowhere to be found! Enter these Disneyland Resort copycat recipes! I wanted to bring the food from the parks home with me and with these recipes, I’ve done just that! From sweets to snacks to sides to entire entrees, this roundup has all of the best food that the park has to offer. Except for this way, they are without the long lines and the steep prices! Plus, these recipes are, in my honest opinion, better than the ones in the park. Especially the macarons. Those are hard to beat! Disneyland food is so good so you have to give these Disney recipes a try. I would love to know which ones are your favorites! Raspberry Rose Mickey Macarons Inspired by Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe in Disneyland, these raspberry rose Mickey macarons are a beautiful and delicious dessert. A light and airy shell paired with a creamy, raspberry mousse filling makes them absolutely irresistible. Ingredients: Granulated Sugar, Egg whites, Almond Flour, Powdered Sugar, Red Gel Food Coloring, Fresh Raspberries, Granulated Sugar, Fresh Lemon Juice, Rose Water, Unflavored Gelatin, Cold Water, Heavy Whipping Cream, Fresh Raspberries for filling Macarons, Gold Luster Dust for decoration, Vodka or high proof clear spirit for gold decor Make This Recipe Copycat Disneyland Mint Julep (Non-Alcoholic) If you are looking for a delightfully refreshing, non-alcoholic drink to get you through all of the hot summer days ahead, this Mint Julep is it! The cool flavorings of mint, cherry, and lemon mix together to create an array of flavors that will satisfy your thirst!  Ingredients: Water, Granulated Sugar, Peppermint Extract, Drops Green Food Coloring, Frozen Lemonade Concentrate, Fresh Lime Juice, Club Soda, Crushed Ice, Mint Sprigs, Lemon Slices, Maraschino Cherries Make This Recipe Mickey Cupcakes (Disneyland Copycat) Celebrate your favorite mouse with these delicious and cute Mickey Mouse cupcakes!! My kids LOVE these! They are delicious and festive and will work for any celebration. Ingredients: Vegetable Oil, Warm Coffee, Large Egg, Vanilla, All Purpose Flour, Granulated Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Baking Soda, Baking Powder, Salt, Unsalted Butter, Powdered Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Milk, Yellow Food Coloring, Red Sprinkles, Lindt Dark Chocolate Truffles, Dark Chocolate Melting Wafers Make This Recipe Pommes Frites (Disneyland Copycat) Try out these amazing Pommes Frites that are seasoned and cooked to perfection! They are the perfect side dish for just about anything. After all, everyone loves fries!  Ingredients: russet potatoes, oil, salt Make This Recipe Disneyland Copycat Churro Toffee This churro toffee is covered in delicious white chocolate, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, and leaves your mouth watering after just one bite! It's better than the stuff found at Disneyland, AND you can make it at home!  Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Salt, Vanilla Extract, White Melting Wafers or Candy Chocolate, Sugar, Ground Cinnamon Make This Recipe Monte Cristo Sandwich (Disneyland Copycat) Get ready for the best Disneyland food out there with this copycat Monte Cristo sandwich!! The melted cheese combined with delicious turkey and ham sandwiched in crispy bread, all dipped into delicious raspberry jam… It's enough to make anyone's mouth water! Ingredients: Butter, Olive Oil, White Bread, Mayonaise, Mustard, Swiss Cheese, Ham, Turkey, Eggs, Powdered Sugar for dusting, Raspberry Jam for serving Make This Recipe Dole Pineapple Whips Dole Pineapple Whips are the perfect summertime treat that you can make at home. Similar to Disneyland's and Hawaii's Dole whips, they are refreshing and quick. Ingredients: frozen pineapple chunks, lemon juice, lime juice, sugar, vanilla ice cream, Pineapple Juice Make This Recipe Instant Pot Birria Tacos These Birria tacos are packed full of flavor! They are filled with beef and Mexican flavorings that are so delicious that you will definitely need to come to this meal hungry because you will for sure be asking for seconds!  Ingredients: Dried Guajillo Chile Peppers, Dried Ancho Chile Peppers, White Onion, Roma Tomatoes,, Garlic, Cracked Black Pepper, Ground Cumin, Ground Coriander, Mexican Oregano,, Smoked Paprika, Kosher Salt, Apple Cider Vinegar, Beef Broth, Boneless Chuck Roast,, Kosher Salt & Pepper, Olive Oil, bay leaves, Cinnamon Stick , Yellow Corn Tortillas , Oaxaca cheese or Mozzarella, Cilantro, Limes, Diced Onion Make This Recipe Disneyland Copycat Mickey Mouse Pretzel Disney fans, these pretzels are for you! They are golden brown on the outside, have a soft texture on the inside, and are topped with coarse salt. And, they are shaped like Mickey. A soft pretzel doesn't get much better than that!  Ingredients: Warm Water, Active Dry Yeast, Granulated Sugar, Salt, Unsalted Butter, All-Purpose Flour, Oil, Hot Water, Baking Soda, Salted Butter, Coarse Salt for Topping, Cheese Dip Make This Recipe Churros All I have to hear is the word, Churros, and my mouth starts to water. Light fluffy dough is fried and then covered in cinnamon and sugar, totally heavenly! Ingredients: water, butter, sugar, salt, flour, egg, vanilla, canola oil, cinnamon, sugar Make This Recipe Best Beignets Recipe Best Beignets Recipe is a light, fluffy French doughnut that are cut into squares and puffed up when fried in oil then sprinkled with powdered sugar or dipped in chocolate syrup. The Best breakfast to wake up to!  Ingredients: lukewarm water, active dry yeast, sugar, egg, evaporated milk, bread flour, salt, Vegetable oil for deep-frying, powdered sugar, chocolate syrup for dipping Make This Recipe

Parmesan Garlic Grilled Broccoli Posted: 03 Jun 2022 05:00 PM PDT The perfect side dish for summer, parmesan garlic grilled broccoli is cooked to perfection and packed with so much flavor! It’s the best addition to any barbecue. No cookout is complete without grilled veggies! Grilled zucchini, vegetable kabobs, and vegetable foil packs are more tasty side dishes to try this grilling season. Easy Grilled Parmesan Garlic Broccoli Recipe June is here and grilling season is in full force! And if you’re looking for a tasty side to accompany all of your favorite meat dishes, this is it! Parmesan garlic grilled broccoli is incredibly delicious and sure to please at your next barbecue. The broccoli is tossed in a garlic parmesan marinade with a squeeze of lemon for flavor that is cheesy and savory with just a hint of zest! When grilled, the parmesan cheese creates a deliciously crispy outer layer. It’s smoky and charred on the outside, moist and tender on the inside. Everything you could want from a veggie dish! And if you’re not already convinced, this delicious recipe is ready in less than 10 minutes making it busy mom-friendly. Parmesan garlic grilled broccoli is a quick and easy side that your family won’t be able to get enough of! After one bite you’ll see what I mean! It really brings a meal together and is absolutely mouthwatering. And for more tasty veggie dishes, find my full list of recipes here. Everything You’ll Need to Make It It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this delicious grilled broccoli! Simple seasonings, lemon juice, and grated parmesan is all it takes to create a side dish with restaurant-style quality. Measurements for each of these ingredients can be found in the recipe card below. Broccoli: I kept the stems on for a little bit larger pieces, but you can use just the broccoli florets as well. Olive Oil: Helps all of the delicious seasonings stick to the broccoli. Parmesan: Use freshly-grated parmesan if you can! This will give your grilled broccoli the best flavor possible. Seasonings: Here I’m using a blend of Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt and pepper for savory flavor and aromatics. Lemon Juice: I always try to use fresh lemon juice because it makes the overall flavor better. Bottled lemon juice works too if you’re in a pinch! How to Make Grilled Parmesan Garlic Broccoli Even if you’re new to grilling, this is a super easy recipe and will turn out perfectly every time! My friends and family love it and I’m sure yours will, too. You can’t go wrong with tender broccoli and the flavor combination of parmesan and garlic! Preheat Grill, Prep Broccoli: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Trim the bottom half of broccoli stem. Then quarter the broccoli into small trees so you can easily turn them on the grill. Toss With Seasonings: Add the broccoli to a medium-sized bowl. Add the olive oil, parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper and juice of one lemon. Toss until it is evenly coated. Grill: Place broccoli on the grill. Turn them every 2-3 minutes until they are slightly charred and fork tender. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with additional parmesan if desired and serve. Tips, Tricks, and Variations These are a few extra ways to perfect this easy side dish. You’re going to love how your broccoli turns out! It’s everything that grilled vegetables should be- smoky, tender, and seasoned perfectly. Picking Broccoli: The perfect broccoli will be deep green, dense, and free of imperfections. If your broccoli heads have brown or yellow spots, this means it’s spoiling. Adding Spice: Want to add a little kick to your grilled broccoli? Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes until you reach your desired flavor. Serve With: Parmesan garlic grilled broccoli is the perfect side for anything from steak to salmon. It’s also great alongside things like grilled chicken and pork skewers. Find more tasty grilling recipes here! How Long Will Grilled Broccoli Last in the Fridge? In an airtight container, your grilled broccoli should stay good for 2-3 days before it begins to wilt. To reheat your grilled broccoli, place it on a baking sheet and pop it in the oven for about 10 minutes at 425 degrees F. More Parmesan Garlic Vegetable Dishes These are a few more amazing vegetable side dishes tossed in a delicious blend of parmesan and garlic! They’re super easy to throw together and will complement any meal beautifully. They’re so good, they may even outshine the entrée! Side Dishes Roasted Parmesan Garlic Zucchini Spears Side Dishes Roasted Lemon Parmesan Garlic Asparagus Side Dishes Parmesan Garlic Air Fryer Carrots Side Dishes Parmesan Garlic Roasted Potatoes Print Garlic Parmesan Grilled Broccoli The perfect side dish for summer, parmesan garlic grilled broccoli is cooked to perfection and packed with so much flavor! It's the best addition to any barbecue. Course Side Dish Keyword best grilled vegetables, Broccoli, grilled broccoli Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 5 minutes Total Time 10 minutes Servings 4 Calories 253kcal Author Alyssa Rivers Ingredients 2 heads broccoli 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup parmesan 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon garlic powder salt and pepper Juice of one lemon Instructions Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Trim the bottom half of broccoli stem. Then quarter the broccoli into small trees so you can easily turn them on the grill. Add the broccoli to a medium sized bowl. Add the olive oil, parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper and juice of one lemon. Toss until it is evenly coated. Place Broccoli on the grill. Turn them every 2-3 minutes until they are slightly charred and fork tender. Garnish with additional parmesan if desired and serve. Nutrition Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 201mg | Potassium: 991mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1964IU | Vitamin C: 271mg | Calcium: 238mg | Iron: 3mg

Mexican Pasta Salad Posted: 03 Jun 2022 05:00 AM PDT Mexican pasta salad is an unbelievably easy and flavorful pasta salad filled with colorful ingredients like black beans, tomatoes, and corn.  With a creamy dressing and spices from onion, cilantro, and cumin, this delicious pasta salad will be the hit of your summer barbecues for sure! We love any pasta salad at our house!  Orzo Pasta Salad and Kale Pasta salad are two other must-try recipes that my family cannot get enough of! Easy Mexican Pasta Salad Recipe Summer calls for easily portable food that can be made ahead, and most importantly, something that will be a huge hit with everyone on your block!  Pasta salads are the perfect dish that checks all those boxes.  They are a frequently requested side that is easy to make ahead and travels well.  One of the best things about this recipe is that I usually have all the ingredients on hand.  Well, except for the tomatoes, but soon I will have plenty of fresh tomatoes in my garden! The dressing is a creamy salsa dressing and makes this salad so flavorful. Use a jarred salsa that you really like since that is where a lot of the flavor will come from. I used salad macaroni (aka salad Roni or ditalini) because that is what my mom always uses, but you can use another type of pasta if you prefer.  This Mexican pasta salad is the perfect side dish recipe, and you will be so happy you found it just in time for your summer barbecues! What’s in Mexican Pasta Salad? So, I pretty much think Feta cheese is the best thing ever. I put that stuff on everything. I love, love, love it on Mexican food. So, when I found this Mexican pasta salad included Feta cheese, I was sold!  The creamy crumbles add so much flavor, and I loved it (as always) in this pasta salad!  You can either stir some into the salad, use it as a garnish on top, or leave it out entirely if you are not a super fan like me. Salad Macaroni: Use a small salad rotini noodle or ditalini that can easily be scooped up in a bite with the other ingredients. Black beans: Rinse before adding into mixture. Corn: Drain then add to the mixture for sweetness and texture. Roma tomatoes: Dice so that they will mix into the salad and you will be able to scoop up some of the sweet flavor in every bite. You can use cherry tomatoes too! Green onions: Finely chopped these give great color to your dish and a bright earthy flavor. Red Onion: Finely chop so that you do not bite into a big piece of onion. The sharp flavor is great with some of the other more mild ingredients. Cilantro: My cilantro is growing like crazy in my garden right now. When I chop up some to add to the mix the scent is amazing! Feta cheese: Optional if you want a creamy burst of flavor. Salad Dressing Salsa: Use a fresh salsa with flavors you love. Sour cream: Adds texture and flavor Mayonnaise: Adds creaminess to the dressing. Garlic:minced or pressed Cumin: Great earthy spice gives this dressing a hit of flavor. Salt and pepper: To taste Lime juice: To taste- this will add some freshness to the salad. Don't skip it! How to Make Mexican Pasta Salad: The steps for making this Mexican pasta salad are so easy to follow, and there is no way to mess this recipe up! Just swap out the ingredients for your favorites, following the same steps, and you will have a homemade pasta salad ready to go! Once you have this process down, you can make any pasta salad you want. Cook pasta: Follow package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Rinsing with cold water will help prevent it from sticking together. Set aside and allow to cool and dry completely. Add remaining ingredients: When dry, add the beans, corn, tomatoes, green onions, onion and cilantro. Whisk together dressing and combine with pasta: In a large bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients and pour it over the pasta mixture.  Stir together until everything is evenly coated in sauce. Optional Variations: You can either stir the Feta cheese into the salad or use it as a garnish on top. Taste and adjust any ingredients as needed. Serve: Refrigerate until ready to use. This is best served on the day it is made. Serves 8-12 people. Easy Ingredient Swaps: This recipe, as written is delicious, but sometimes not all ingredients work for everyone.  Or maybe you are out of just one thing and you don’t want to run to the store.  I get it.  Here are some easy ways to adapt this recipe if needed. Pasta: Use any type of pasta noodle you love.  This recipe calls for Rotini or Ditalini.  Other popular varieties include elbow macaroni, penne, and shells. Food sensitivity: Gluten free noodles will also work great in this recipe. Heat: Adjust the spiciness of your Mexican pasta salad by using hot, medium, or mild salsa. Cheese: There are many different varieties of cheese that would be amazing in this pasta salad. Try Monterey jack or any that you love. Best Macaroni Salad Tips The success of this Mexican Pasta Salad depends greatly on the pasta!  It is important to not over or under cook the pasta.  You want the noodles to absorb some of the dressing but not so much that it becomes gummy.  Cook them until al dente (firm to the bite) so that they will absorb the perfect amount of dressing.  Drain and rinse pasta in cool water to stop cooking right away.  Be sure the pasta is completely cooled off before adding the dressing. Storing your Mexican Pasta Salad: Make this recipe ahead of time and store it for an even more convenient side dish.  Just be sure that it sits no more than 2 hours before you store it.  Bacteria love to grow between 40 and 140 degrees so you want to move this pasta into a refrigerator or freezer for storage. Be sure to wrap tightly in an airtight container or resealable bag. Refrigerator: Cooked pasta salad will store well for 3-5 days in the refrigerator. Freezer: When properly stored pasta salad will be good in a freezer for 1-2 months.  After thawing in the refrigerator eat within 3 days.  If you thaw in the microwave eat immediately then discard. More Amazing Pasta Salad Recipes Pasta salad is fantastic becasue you can whip it up as a side, bring it to a potluck or make it the main dish. I have gathered up a few more of my favorite pasta salads that are so good and you must give them a try! Salads Lemon Chicken Pasta Salad Salads Cranberry Feta Bowtie Salad with Spinach Salads Greek Broccoli Pasta Salad Salads Mediterranean Pasta Salad Print Mexican Pasta Salad Mexican pasta salad is an unbelievably easy and flavorful pasta salad that is filled with colorful ingredients like black beans, tomatoes, and corn.  With a creamy dressing and spices from onion, cilantro, and cumin, this delicious pasta salad will be the hit of your summer barbecues for sure! Course Salad, Side Dish Cuisine Mexican Keyword mexican pasta salad, Pasta Salad, pasta salad recipe Prep Time 20 minutes Total Time 20 minutes Servings 12 Servings Calories 231kcal Author Alyssa Rivers Ingredients 1 package salad macaroni 16 oz. 1 can black beans 15 oz., drained and rinsed 1 can corn 15.25 oz., drained 3 Roma tomatoes diced 3 whole green onions finely chopped 1/4 cup onion finely chopped 1/4 cup chopped cilantro chopped 1/2 cup crumbled Feta cheese opt., crumbled Dressing: 1 cup jarred salsa 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup Mayonnaise 1 clove garlic minced or pressed 1/2 teaspoon cumin salt and pepper 1 lime juiced Instructions Cook salad macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Rinsing with cold water will help prevent it from sticking together. Set aside and allow to cool and dry completely. When dry, add the beans, corn, tomatoes, green onions, onion and cilantro. In a separate bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients and add to pasta mixture. Stir together until everything is evenly coated in sauce. You can either stir the Feta cheese into the salad or use it as a garnish on top. Taste and adjust any ingredients as needed. Refrigerate until ready to use. This is best served on the day it is made. Serves 8-12 people. Video Notes Originally Posted on May 13, 2015 Updated on June 3, 2022 Nutrition Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 259mg | Potassium: 332mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 515IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1mg

Pineapple Lemonade Posted: 02 Jun 2022 05:00 PM PDT Pineapple lemonade is the ultimate summer drink! It’s the perfect combination of tart and sweet and will have you feeling like you’re on vacation. Skip the regular party punch and try a few of these other refreshing drinks at your next summer get-together! Watermelon lemonade, Brazilian lemonade, and watermelon agua fresca are all as delicious as they are easy to make! Homemade Pineapple Lemonade Recipe You guys… not to be overdramatic but this pineapple lemonade is easily one of the most refreshing things I’ve ever tried. Flavored lemonades are by far my favorite drinks and I love making them for friends and family! If you’re looking for a lemonade recipe that has “wow” factor, this is it. And the best part? It uses super simple ingredients and is ready in less than 10 minutes. Nothing better than impressing guests with minimal effort! Ever since my kids got a taste of this amazing pineapple lemonade, they’ve been requesting it all the time. It doesn’t last long at our house! The tropical pineapple flavor combined with tangy lemonade just makes it too irresistible. It’s the perfect drink for keeping you cool and refreshed all summer long! One sip and you’ll be hooked. And if you’re looking for more amazing drink recipes, find my full list here! Everything You Will Need to Make It It only takes a handful of simple ingredients to make this homemade pineapple lemonade. It’s the best summertime drink! This recipe is also great for customizing, so feel free to add other flavors, fruits, or a splash of spirits to yours! Note: all measurements can be found below in the recipe card. Sugar: Used to sweeten the lemonade and in preparing the simple syrup. Water: Water is used to make the syrup and also for adjusting the flavor of your lemonade. If you want yours to be less tart, add more water to your mixture. Lemon Juice: Use fresh lemon juice if you can! It will take your drink to the next level! Pineapple Juice: I always use Dole pineapple juice. Nothing can beat it! Lemon and Pineapple Slices: For picture-perfect presentation, add a few lemon or pineapple slices on top for garnish! They’ll also help to infuse flavor. How to Make Homemade Pineapple Lemonade Good thing this pineapple lemonade is so easy to make! If your family is anything like mine, you’ll have this delicious drink on repeat. It’s the perfect remedy for a hot day! Pair it with a crisp green salad and you’ll stay as a cool as a cucumber. Prepare Syrup: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat add the sugar and water. Let simmer until the sugar has dissolved about 4-5 minutes. Add to Pitcher: Add the syrup to pitcher or punch bowl. Mix in Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the lemon juice and pineapple juice. Stir in cold water. Garnish with pineapple and lemon slices if desired. Delicious Ways to Customize Your Pineapple Lemonade This lemonade is the perfect foundation for all of your summer drink dreams! I’ve added a few ideas below to get you started, but really, the sky is the limit! Make it Bubbly: Want your drink to be carbonated? Mix in Sprite until you reach your desired bubbliness and flavor. Make it Boozy: You can make pineapple lemonade cocktails by adding a splash of gin, vodka, or your other favorite liquor! Make it Fruity: Pineapple is a super versatile flavor and will pair well with just about any fruit! Adding fruit syrups or purées is a great way to add in an extra boost of juicy flavor. Mango, strawberry, and blueberry are my favorites to add to this delicious pineapple lemonade! How Long Does Pineapple Lemonade Last in the Fridge? You can keep your pineapple lemonade in the refrigerator for about 2 days, preferably in an airtight pitcher to preserve its amazing flavor. Your lemonade can also be frozen for up to 2 months, just make sure whatever airtight container you store it in has room for it to expand! Tip: Pineapple lemonade also makes amazing popsicles! Simply pour it into your mold, freeze, and then you have a quick and easy treat for you or the kids. More Refreshing Beverages to Try This Summer I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite drink recipes for you to try! They’re all super refreshing and easy to make which is a win-win. Nothing is better on a hot day than a cold, refreshing beverage! Whether you make them to complement a meal or for sipping out on the porch swing, they won’t disappoint! Beverages Mint Julep (Disneyland Copycat) Beverages Copycat Chick fil A Lemonade Beverages Cherry Limeade (Sonic Copycat) Beverages Easy Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade Print Pineapple Lemonade Pineapple lemonade is the ultimate summer drink! It's the perfect combination of tart and sweet and will have you feeling like you're on vacation. Course Drinks Keyword drinks, homemade lemonade, summer drink Prep Time 10 minutes Total Time 10 minutes Servings 4 Calories 268kcal Author Alyssa Rivers Ingredients 1 cup sugar 1 cup water 1 cup lemon juice 2 cups pineapple juice 2 cups water more if you want less tart lemon and pineapple slices for garnish Instructions In a medium saucepan over medium high heat add the sugar and water. Let simmer until the sugar has dissolved about 4-5 minutes. Add the syrup to the pitcher. Add in the lemon juice and pineapple juice. Stir in the water. Garnish with lemons and pineapple slices if desired. Nutrition Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 217mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 63g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg

Better Than Take-Out Recipes Posted: 02 Jun 2022 05:00 AM PDT Take-out recipes are the best but do you know what’s even better? Take-out recipes that you can make at home! These are the best of the best and you will want to try them all!! I don’t know where to start because these recipes are so good! There is something for everyone when you include this copycat bang bang shrimp, some classic orange chicken and these air fryer cream cheese wontons. Take-Out Recipes Boy, do I have the ultimate round-up of amazing recipes for you today! My husband and I used to really enjoy getting take-out on busy weeknights, at least until I started making better than take-out recipes at home! I’ve rounded up the best versions of Asian-inspired dishes for you. We’re talkin’ all of the favorites – orange chicken, sesame chicken, broccoli beef, chow mein – it’s all here! There’s no need to spend the money on takeout when you can make it better at home! Not only are these recipes so delicious but they are easy to make! There are grilled options, oven-baked, skewers, wraps, and everything in between. Asian food is one of my all-time favorite foods and it’s because the taste cannot be beaten! There are so many on this round-up that you are going to have a hard time picking a favorite! Which one will you make first?? Tips for Cooking Asian Food To make sure that your Asian food actually does turn out better than take-out recipes, I’ve compiled a list of quick tips! Fresh vegetables: I know, I know. It’s tempting to use frozen vegetables or canned ingredients because they are readily available but trust me when I tell you that you must use fresh vegetables! This is key to having your dish turn out perfectly. Gather up the ingredients first: Sometimes, recipes call for unique ingreients that you might not have on hand. Head to the store before you plan on cooking and pick up all of your ingredients beforehand. So many times people try and substitute for things and then wonder why they didn’t turn out. Don’t do this and make sure you plan ahead! Know your rice: Rice is not all made equal. Make what the recipe calls for whether thats long grained rice, brown rice or jasmine rice. It makes a difference! Grilled Asian Garlic Steak Skewers Grilled Asian Garlic Steak Skewers are marinated in a delicious asian sesame sauce and grilled to tender and juicy perfection! Ingredients: top sirloin steak, red onion, soy sauce, garlic cloves, sesame oil, vegetable oil, sugar, grated ginger, sesame seeds, Sliced green onions, skewers Make This Recipe 20 Minute Garlic Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein 20 Minute Garlic Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein has melt in your mouth tender beef with broccoli, carrots, and noodles. The sauce adds such amazing flavor to this incredibly easy meal! Ingredients: lo mein noodles, broccoli florets, olive oil, flank steak, garlic cloves, carrot, packed brown sugar, reduced-sodium soy sauce, hoisen sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, crushed red pepper flakes, pepper Make This Recipe Sticky Asian Glazed Chicken Sticky Asian glazed chicken is tender and juicy chicken coated in a sticky-sweet Asian sauce. This meal is ready in just thirty minutes, and the flavor is incredible! Ingredients: thinly sliced Chicken Breasts, Olive Oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, Sweet Chili Sauce, ginger, of dried red pepper flakes, minced garlic, Juice of one lime Make This Recipe Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps Asian turkey lettuce wraps are packed with tender meat and seasoned, crunchy veggies. These light and tasty wraps are the perfect healthy appetizer or even dinner! Ingredients: ground turkey, shredded carrots, mushrooms, sliced water chestnuts, green onions, garlic, hoisin sauce, low sodium soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, red chili paste, butter lettuce leaves Make This Recipe Asian Grilled Flank Steak Grilled flank steak marinated in a bold Asian-inspired mixture of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sriracha, and fish sauce to add a tasty boost of flavor. Ingredients: soy sauce, vegetable oil, minced red onion, maple syrup, minced garlic, minced ginger, chopped cilantro, kosher salt, fish sauce, sriracha, black pepper, flank steak, lime juice, lime Make This Recipe Asian Barbecue Burgers with Sweet Chili Lime Mayo Asian Barbecue Burgers with Sweet Chili Lime Mayo are crazy and tender juicy burgers infused with asian spices. Topped with an asian slaw and a sweet chili lime mayo you will never go back to boring burgers again! Ingredients: 85% lean ground beef, package McCormick Grill Mates Korean BBQ Marinade, coleslaw, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, mayonnaise, Sweet Chili Sauce, lime juice Make This Recipe Slow Cooker Sticky Asian Ribs with Sticky Sauce Slow Cooker Sticky Asian Ribs with Sticky Sauce are the very best fall of the bone tender ribs you will ever make! Slow cooked to perfection in a sweet and tangy asian sauce. They get slathered right before serving in a finger licking good sticky sauce! Ingredients: racks pork baby back ribs, light brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, pepper, kosher salt, ground ginger, ground pepper, onion powder, garlic, sweet chili sauce, reduced sodium soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, honey, cornstarch, water Make This Recipe Cashew Chicken This homemade Cashew Chicken is way better than takeout!  Tender chicken is stir-fried and tossed with a luscious garlic sauce and cashews. Ingredients: chicken breasts, salt and pepper, cornstarch, olive oil, Soy Sauce, chicken broth, Garlic Cloves minced, Brown Sugar, Hoisen Sauce, Sesame Oil, whole unsalted cashews Make This Recipe Easy Fried rice An easy and delicious fried rice that will go perfectly to any chinese dish! Ingredients: cooked rice *, sesame oil, small white onion, frozen peas and carrots, soy sauce, eggs, chopped green onions Make This Recipe Asian Pan Seared Salmon Salad with Honey Sesame Dressing Asian Pan Seared Salmon Salad is bright and vibrant and complete with an amazing honey sesame dressing that takes this salad to a whole new level of delicious! Ingredients: 4 ounce salmon fillets (I used sock eye salmon), olive oil, salt and pepper, fresh romaine, red cabbage, shredded carrots, mandarine oranges, edamame, sliced almonds, Tablespoons[url:1]Pearl River Bridge Light Soy Sauce[/url], Gold Plum Chinkiang Vinegar, honey, garlic, fresh ginger, olive oil, Sesame oil, sesame seeds Make This Recipe Asian Chicken Salad This Asian chicken salad is packed with crispy greens, crunchy chicken, toasted almonds, and chow mein noodles. It's tossed with a light and delicious creamy vinaigrette and will be your new go-to salad! Ingredients: Honey, Rice Wine Vinegar, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, sesame oil, chicken breasts*, oil, egg, milk, flour, cornflakes, romaine lettuce, red cabbage, Napa cabbage, carrots, roasted almonds, chow mein noodles, salt and pepper to taste Make This Recipe Cream Cheese Wontons Crispy, fried to perfection pastry wraps around savory smooth cream cheese filling for a homemade version of everyone's favorite restaurant style Cream Cheese Wonton. Ingredients: cream cheese, green onion, garlic powder, salt, wonton wrappers, oil for frying Make This Recipe Asian Glazed Salmon Blanketed with an insanely good soy garlic glaze, this juicy Asian glazed salmon is to die for! With how healthy and delicious it is, it will become your new lunch go-to! Ingredients: brown sugar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, Dried red pepper flakes, minced garlic, lime juice, salmon fillets Make This Recipe Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps Asian turkey lettuce wraps are packed with tender meat and seasoned, crunchy veggies. These light and tasty wraps are the perfect healthy appetizer or even dinner! Ingredients: ground turkey, shredded carrots, mushrooms, sliced water chestnuts, green onions, garlic, hoisin sauce, low sodium soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, red chili paste, butter lettuce leaves Make This Recipe Asian Edamame Ramen Salad Summer salads are probably one of my all time favorite things, not that I don't eat salads all year round because honestly, I do. All. the. time. And that's one thing that's so great about this Asian edamame ramen noodle salad, you can make it and serve it all year round. Ingredients: large 16-ounce bag of tri-color cole slaw, Asian noodles, mandarin oranges, edamame, green onions, shaved almonds, avocado, Asian sesame dressing, optional: sesame seeds, vegetable oil, honey, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt and black pepper Make This Recipe Thai Peanut Sesame Noodles Thai Peanut Sesame Noodles is an asian favorite that combines creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic all mixed with linguine noodles tossed in this amazingly sweet and savory sauce.  Ingredients: Peanut Butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, chicken broth, minced garlic, ginger, Sriracha chili sauce, linguine noodles, sesame seeds for garnish, green onions for garnish Make This Recipe Sheet Pan Teriyaki Chicken and Vegetables Sheet Pan Teriyaki Chicken is an easy one pan meal made with tender chicken, crispy veggies with the most flavorful sweet and tangy Asian sauce. Ingredients: low sodium soy sauce, honey, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, garlic cloves, grated ginger, cornstarch, water, Salt and black pepper, boneless skinless chicken breasts, broccoli florets, sliced carrots, Additional vegetables, edamame beans, Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish Make This Recipe Garlic Mushroom Noodles Garlic Mushroom Noodles is an easy side that goes well with grilled chicken, pork chops or asian mains. Silky smooth egg noodles are tossed in a quick sauce with sauteed mushrooms and lots of golden garlic! Ingredients: .5 pounds dried Egg Noodles, Vegetable Oil, Garlic Cloves, Button Mushrooms, Soy sauce, Chilli Flakes, Rice Vinegar, Sweet Chilli Sauce, toasted Sesame Oil, finely chopped Scallions Make This Recipe Slow Cooker Orange Chicken A delicious and tangy orange chicken that is made right in your slow cooker!  This is better than takeout and a meal that the entire family will love!  Ingredients: Boneless Chicken Breasts, Cornstarch, vegetable oil, rice wine vinegar, Soy Sauce, sesame oil, orange marmalade, brown sugar, salt, of pepper Make This Recipe Mongolian Chicken Noodles Mongolian Chicken Noodles – a one pot 30 minute meal perfect to curb those takeout cravings. Made with chicken, veggies, gluten free rice noodles and a delicious savory Asian-inspired sauce. Ingredients: chicken breasts, sea salt, sesame oil, uncooked 1/4″ inch thick gluten free dried rice noodles, olive oil, broccoli florets, grated carrots, bell pepper, garlic, grated or minced fresh ginger, low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, Hoisin sauce, cornstarch, water, red chili flakes or Sriracha sauce, toasted sesame seeds, thinly sliced green onions Make This Recipe Honey Orange Glazed Chicken Honey Orange Glazed Chicken combines delicious spices and a sweet and tangy honey orange glaze. This makes the perfect meal for your family and has amazing flavor! Ingredients: orange juice, cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, chili powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, chicken thighs, olive oil, salt and pepper Make This Recipe Super Easy Mongolian Beef (Tastes Just like P.F. Changs!) Easy Mongolian Beef has crazy tender beef with a crispy seared edge that gets coated in the most amazing sauce. This is way better than P.F. Changs! Ingredients: flank steak, cornstarch, vegetable oil, low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, water, minced ginger, garlic cloves, of red pepper flakes, green onions Make This Recipe Slow Cooker Mongolian Chicken This Slow Cooker Mongolian Chicken takes just five minutes to throw into the slow cooker and the flavor is out of this world! Tender and juicy slow cooked chicken in a lightened up Mongolian sauce that is sure to wow your family! Ingredients: boneless, cornstarch, Olive Oil, mince Garlic, Low Sodium Soy Sauce, Water, Brown Sugar, grated Carrots, green onions Make This Recipe Better than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice Amazing chicken fried rice that is better than take out! This chicken fried rice has moist and tender chicken with flavorful peas and carrots and long rice cooked together. Make this unique and your own with this favorite Chinese rice! Ingredients: vegetable oil , soy sauce , chicken, cooked rice *, sesame oil, white onion, frozen peas and carrots, soy sauce, eggs, chopped green onions Make This Recipe Air Fryer Egg Rolls Egg Roll lovers, this Crispy Air Fryer Egg Roll Recipe is for you! Crispy, crunchy outside, tender filling inside, without the extra fat of frying or drying out from oven cooking. These are what you have been waiting for! Ingredients: vegetable oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, finely chopped celery, coleslaw mix, ground chicken, oyster sauce, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sriracha, chopped green onions, egg roll wrappers, olive oil spray Make This Recipe Better than Takeout Ham Fried Rice Fried rice loaded with ham and veggies that is so delicious it is better than takeout! Ingredients: ham, rice, sesame oil, small white onion, frozen peas and carrots, soy sauce, eggs, chopped green onions Make This Recipe Chicken Chow Mein This delicious Chicken Chow Mein is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal that your entire family will love! It’s made with fresh veggies, noodles, and sautéed chicken, tossed in a simple chow mein sauce. Ingredients: boneless skinless chicken breasts, oil, shredded cabbage, carrots, ribs celery, green onions, garlic, refrigerated Yaki-Soba noodles, For the sauce:, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, oyster sauce, freshly grated ginger, light brown sugar, cornstarch Make This Recipe Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons are creamy and smooth inside and crispy golden outside. These wontons are the perfect appetizer or snack!  Ingredients: cream cheese softened, green onion finely chopped, garlic powder, salt, wonton wrappers, olive oil spray Make This Recipe Wonton Shrimp Stirfry Ingredients: shrimp, broccoli florets, red bell pepper, sliced mushrooms, minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sriracha, sesame oil, chicken broth or vegetable broth, corn starch, crispy wonton strips, crushed red pepper flakes, green onions Make This Recipe Egg Rolls These egg rolls are filled with a filling of ground chicken and vegetables and deep fried till crispy and golden brown. Serve them with a sweet chilli dipping sauce for a fantastic appetizer! Ingredients: vegetable oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, finely chopped celery, coleslaw mix, ground chicken, oyster sauce, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sriracha, chopped green onions, egg roll wrappers, oil for frying Make This Recipe

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