Comments for Our Best Bites https://ourbestbites.com/ Tips, Tricks, and Tastes from Two Real-Life Kitchens Thu, 01 May 2025 16:47:03 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Comment on Dinner, Simplified by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/dinner-simplified/#comment-4269257 Thu, 01 May 2025 16:47:03 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=42424#comment-4269257 In reply to Anne-Marie Tribbett.

So sorry, I don’t have hard copies available at this time!

]]> Comment on Dinner, Simplified by Anne-Marie Tribbett https://ourbestbites.com/dinner-simplified/#comment-4269164 Thu, 01 May 2025 04:51:36 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=42424#comment-4269164 Good evening, Is there anywhere that I hard copies of dinner simplified and summer simplified copies can still be purchased? I would love to purchase them if I could.

Thank you so much!
Anne-Marie Tribbett

]]> Comment on Smoked Pulled Ham by Maria https://ourbestbites.com/smoked-pulled-ham/comment-page-2/#comment-4269130 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:31 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=53504#comment-4269130 5 stars
I prepared this as directed in the slow cooker for our Easter dinner. It was delicious! I was able to keep it warm for those who ate at noon and those who ate at 5pm. The leftovers were divine! It was a budget friendly meat as it was only $1.29 a pound and fed our crowd of 20 adults. TRY IT!

]]> Comment on Overnight Sausage and Egg Casserole by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/overnight-sausage-and-egg-casserole/comment-page-3/#comment-4269118 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:47:18 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2009/12/overnight-sausage-and-egg-casserole/#comment-4269118 In reply to Ellen Anne Brown.

I don’t have any suggestions on that, sorry!

]]> Comment on The BEST Chicken or Steak Fajitas by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/chicken-or-steak-fajitas/comment-page-3/#comment-4269117 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:46:58 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2010/08/chicken-or-steak-fajitas/#comment-4269117 In reply to Jess.

Sure. I love this on the grill, but if you don’t have one, you could saute your meat in a pan, or bake it in the oven and it would still taste great. Maybe pop it under the broiler at the end for a little of that char-grilled flavor!

]]> Comment on Cheeseburger Salad Bowls by Pamela Johnson https://ourbestbites.com/cheeseburger-salad-bowls/#comment-4269115 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:41:32 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=69721#comment-4269115 5 stars
Outstanding! And so unique!
My picky kids even loved it!
We didn’t have potato sticks so we used potato chips.

]]> Comment on Smoked Pulled Ham by Kelly https://ourbestbites.com/smoked-pulled-ham/comment-page-2/#comment-4269033 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:39:33 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=53504#comment-4269033 5 stars
Followed the oven method. I used a 9 lb ham shank. Mustard and sweet and spicy seasoning blend. Cooked at 300 degrees for 6 hours. Pulled perfectly. I’m now contemplating adapting it to do a Maryland Stuffed Ham.

]]> Comment on Brookies by Mary https://ourbestbites.com/brookies/#comment-4268990 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 12:15:17 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=41460#comment-4268990 5 stars
I brought these into work, and I was told by multiple people it’s their favorite dessert I’ve ever made! Had to bake for about 35 minutes probably, and they were perfect.

]]> Comment on The BEST Chicken or Steak Fajitas by Jess https://ourbestbites.com/chicken-or-steak-fajitas/comment-page-3/#comment-4268985 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 11:34:09 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2010/08/chicken-or-steak-fajitas/#comment-4268985 Hi! Is it possible to use this marinade but to bake it in the oven? Had it been done and if so how did it come out? Thank you 🙂

]]> Comment on Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies by Allen J Burch https://ourbestbites.com/chewy-chocolate-chip-cookies/comment-page-6/#comment-4268945 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:12:36 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2009/03/chewy-chocolate-chip-cookies/#comment-4268945 ]]> 5 stars
Excellent recipe. Turned out perfect! 😁

]]> Comment on Overnight Sausage and Egg Casserole by Ellen Anne Brown https://ourbestbites.com/overnight-sausage-and-egg-casserole/comment-page-3/#comment-4268829 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 22:13:22 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2009/12/overnight-sausage-and-egg-casserole/#comment-4268829 Do you have any suggestions on converting the mixture to a pressure cooker egg bite? I like the idea of individual servings!

]]> Comment on Brazilian Chicken Stroganoff by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/brazilian-stroganoff/#comment-4268809 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 16:48:45 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=69727#comment-4268809 In reply to Marci.

Nope, thanks for catching that- I’ll update!

]]> Comment on Taco Chicken by Maxine Park https://ourbestbites.com/taco-chicken/comment-page-2/#comment-4268774 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 07:33:05 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2008/03/taco-chicken/#comment-4268774 5 stars
I have made this for several years now. It’s still one of my favs! So easy! So delicious! So versatile! I love it for Chicken taco salad. Sometimes we use it for chicken tacos and sometimes it just a luscious plate of nachos! Yummy!

]]> Comment on Spanish Rice by Carrie Matson https://ourbestbites.com/spanish-rice/comment-page-2/#comment-4268761 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 05:11:40 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2010/10/spanish-rice/#comment-4268761 5 stars
I followed your exact recipe besides the tobacco sauce. I also cook ground beef in the bacon grease. I don’t use the bacon. I add sugar in mine as well. White sugar is best but can try brown sugar as well.

]]> Comment on Brazilian Chicken Stroganoff by Marci https://ourbestbites.com/brazilian-stroganoff/#comment-4268751 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 02:44:01 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=69727#comment-4268751 The recipe says 2 hours 15 minutes prep time. Is that accurate?

]]> Comment on 2-Ingredient Silky-Smooth Play Dough by Emily https://ourbestbites.com/2-ingredient-silky-smooth-play-dough/comment-page-3/#comment-4268742 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 00:37:12 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=23707#comment-4268742 5 stars
This was really fun and turned out well! Thank you for sharing this recipe! Side note: Your kindness to all commenters (even the rude commenters) shows a lot of your character!

]]> Comment on TikTok Ramen by Jacob DeFazio https://ourbestbites.com/tiktok-ramen/#comment-4268727 Sat, 26 Apr 2025 19:54:19 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=46581#comment-4268727 5 stars
My new favorite ramen recipe!

]]> Comment on Buttermilk Ranch Dressing by Lindi https://ourbestbites.com/buttermilk-ranch-dressing/comment-page-2/#comment-4268642 Sat, 26 Apr 2025 02:51:31 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2009/10/buttermilk-ranch-dressing/#comment-4268642 5 stars
Saw this on Instagram and had to make. I did do half sour cream and half mayo (I know, I know). But it was so yummy. My teenage son is obsessed with ranch so I will be making this often!

]]> Comment on Pumpkin Spice Sheet Cake by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/pumpkin-spice-sheet-cake/#comment-4268612 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:22:13 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=30959#comment-4268612 In reply to Laurel.

Just depends on how big you cut your squares! My best tip is to pull out your sheet pan and visualize. Anywhere from 16 large pieces to 48 bites.

]]> Comment on Homemade Garlic-Rosemary Mayonnaise by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/homemade-garlic-rosemary-mayonnaise/comment-page-2/#comment-4268611 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:20:36 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=4113#comment-4268611 In reply to Tiffany a.

You can use just one type if you like!

]]> Comment on Fresh Herb Flavored Salts by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/fresh-herb-flavored-salts/#comment-4268610 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:20:04 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=59527#comment-4268610 In reply to Laura.

Amazon!

]]> Comment on Jaques Torres Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Cookies by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/jacques-torres-chocolate-chip-cookies/#comment-4268609 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:18:46 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=41309#comment-4268609 In reply to Polly Conner.

Yes! For best results, thaw in the fridge first.

]]> Comment on Creamy Cheesecake by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/creamy-cheesecake/comment-page-2/#comment-4268608 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:18:12 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2010/09/creamy-cheesecake/#comment-4268608 In reply to Natassia Burgess.

Run your knife in super hot water before running it around the pan!

]]> Comment on How to Make Stabilized Whipped Cream by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/how-to-make-stabilized-whipped-cream/comment-page-3/#comment-4268607 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:17:33 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=26493#comment-4268607 In reply to Janice Taylor.

I love doing that too! Also makes a great cream pie filling 🙂

]]> Comment on Chocolate Zucchini Bundt Cake by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/chocolate-zucchini-bundt-cake/comment-page-2/#comment-4268605 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:13:54 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=30109#comment-4268605 In reply to Becky B..

I photographed this with the glaze sill warm- it will definitely turn matte as it cools and dries!

]]> Comment on Overnight Sausage and Egg Casserole by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/overnight-sausage-and-egg-casserole/comment-page-3/#comment-4268604 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:12:43 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2009/12/overnight-sausage-and-egg-casserole/#comment-4268604 In reply to Shelley Isgett.

I don’t purchase GF bread very often so I don’t have a favorite, sorry I’m not more help!

]]> Comment on Neapolitan Style Pizza Crust by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/neapolitan-pizza-crust/#comment-4268603 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:11:37 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=34240#comment-4268603 In reply to Jay N.

This recipe was developed with instant. You’d need to proof your active dry yeast first but you could try!

]]> Comment on Easy No Knead Overnight Artisan Bread by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/easy-no-knead-overnight-artisan-bread/comment-page-4/#comment-4268601 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:10:00 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=40647#comment-4268601 In reply to Jennifer.

I think either one would work just fine, though the recipe is developed with all purpose!

]]> Comment on White Chicken Chili by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/white-chicken-chili/comment-page-2/#comment-4268600 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:09:27 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2008/09/white-chicken-chili/#comment-4268600 In reply to Danielle.

I’ve never tried it the way you are describing, but it makes a great freezer meal when frozen after cooking and cooling completely. Just reheat and heat!

]]> Comment on Neapolitan Style Pizza Crust by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/neapolitan-pizza-crust/#comment-4268599 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:07:26 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=34240#comment-4268599 In reply to Sue.

While active dry and instant yeast are similar, they aren’t the same thing. Instant yeast (like we’re using here) can be added directly to dry ingredients while active dry needs to be proofed first. So use Instant yeast (essentially the same as rapid/fast rise).

]]> Comment on Light and Airy Whipped Frosting by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/light-and-airy-whipped-frosting/#comment-4268596 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:43:21 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=61037#comment-4268596 In reply to Melody.

I’ve never tried it with whipped so I can’t confirm how it would turn out.

]]> Comment on The Best Freezer Meal Guide Book by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/obb-freezer-meal-guidebook/#comment-4268595 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:42:56 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=46551#comment-4268595 In reply to Morgan A. Littlewood.

Feel free to email hello@ourbestbites.com if you’d like to get your hands on it!

]]> Comment on How to Make Stabilized Whipped Cream by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/how-to-make-stabilized-whipped-cream/comment-page-3/#comment-4268593 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:41:50 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=26493#comment-4268593 In reply to Heidi.

Correct. It’s a very small amount and you will drizzle it in VERY slowly, a little at a time. By the time it hits the cream it’s just warm.

]]> Comment on Brookies by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/brookies/#comment-4268590 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:40:53 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=41460#comment-4268590 In reply to Heidi.

I’m sorry this didn’t work for you! It may have been your specific brownie mix, or perhaps a mistake when measuring. So sorry it wasn’t a hit!

]]> Comment on Tik Tok Phyllo Crinkle Cake by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/tik-tok-phyllo-crinkle-cake/#comment-4268589 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:39:06 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=47055#comment-4268589 In reply to Janice.

Sorry that wasn’t clear, I updated the recipe to specify 16 ounces!

]]> Comment on Cheesy Baked Tortellini by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/cheesy-baked-tortellini/comment-page-2/#comment-4268588 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:38:47 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=33255#comment-4268588 In reply to Marissa.

This blue pan is a 3.6qt and it’s great. For a family of 6, I would say a 12-14″ diameter pan will serve you best. If you have older teens like I do, a 14″ is a must!

]]> Comment on Apple Streusel Bars by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/apple-streusel-bars/comment-page-3/#comment-4268586 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:24:27 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2009/05/apple-streusel-bars/#comment-4268586 In reply to Julianna Rook.

I haven’t, but I bet that would be good!

]]> Comment on Creamy Lemon Bars by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/creamy-lemon-bars/comment-page-2/#comment-4268585 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:24:09 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2008/04/creamy-lemon-bars/#comment-4268585 In reply to Tammy.

yes!

]]> Comment on Tik Tok Phyllo Crinkle Cake by Janice https://ourbestbites.com/tik-tok-phyllo-crinkle-cake/#comment-4268536 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 02:16:54 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=47055#comment-4268536 What is the weight of the phyllo used here, please? I have half a box of leftover phyllo, and am unsure whether I should attempt to make half your recipe. Different brands have different weights! It would therefore be so, so, so helpful if I know what weight you use … please. Thank you!

]]> Comment on Creamy Lemon Bars by Tammy https://ourbestbites.com/creamy-lemon-bars/comment-page-2/#comment-4268517 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 22:37:31 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2008/04/creamy-lemon-bars/#comment-4268517 Can you double this recipe for a 9×13 pan?

]]> Comment on Apple Streusel Bars by Julianna Rook https://ourbestbites.com/apple-streusel-bars/comment-page-3/#comment-4268500 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:14:59 +0000 http://obb.zee-studio.com/2009/05/apple-streusel-bars/#comment-4268500 Have you tried using berries in this recipe?

]]> Comment on Brazilian Chicken Stroganoff by Sara Wells https://ourbestbites.com/brazilian-stroganoff/#comment-4268488 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:43:39 +0000 https://ourbestbites.com/?p=69727#comment-4268488 In reply to Kim the girl.

I’m so glad it was a hit. Thank you so much for the review!

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