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This gorgeous crystal candy tastes as good as it looks! Inspired by the Japanese candy “Kohakutou,” it’s such a fun treat to make with the kids. It has an addictive crunch to it and can be made with any flavor of your choosing! I love fun activities with the kids that double as a tasty treat! Nothing quite lives up to this crystal candy (isn’t it beautiful?!) but a few more fun recipes to try are: ice cream in a bag , snow ice cream , and hot chocolate bombs ! Kohakutou Crystal Candy Recipe You may have seen this gem-inspired treat popping up on social media. It’s actually called “Kohakutou” and originated from Japan! Translated, it means “amber candy.” The great thing about this crystal candy is that it only needs a few simple ingredients to make. This includes sugar, agar agar, food coloring, and your flavoring of choice! Plus, did I mention it’s vegan and gluten free? It’s the perfect sweet treat for anyone in your family! Kohakutou crystal candy is made by coating small cube...

Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon is a popular southern dish that is filled with crunchy peas, crispy bacon, chopped red onions, and cheddar cheese. This is an easy to make side dish that is perfect for your next potluck!  I am a lover of “salads” of every variety! Fruit salad, pasta salad, actual salad, you name it and I’m here for it. If you are like me, then you are going to love this California Spaghetti Salad , this delicious Ambrosia Salad , and this crowd-pleasing Pistachio Salad . Creamy Pea Salad Peas. You either love them or hate them right? I love peas. One of the only veggies I actually like to eat. Even if you don’t like peas, this creamy pea salad is a potluck staple. I have been making some classics here on the blog lately. Ones that I have grown up with and are always at a potluck or family gathering (like this cheesecake salad and this bacon ranch potato salad ). This creamy pea salad is one of them. It is a southern favorite and really popular. And filled with bac...

Meet your new favorite veggie fix- Green Goddess salad! It’s packed with fresh lettuce, arugula, and spinach, tossed with green onions and the most flavorful Green Goddess dressing; creamy, savory goodness made with Greek yogurt, fresh herbs, and lemon! Who said salads had to be boring? They’re some of my favorite things to make, and you can dress them up to have the BEST flavor. A few more of my favorite salad recipes to try: Italian chopped salad , antipasto salad , or this classic wedge salad . This strawberry spinach salad and triple berry kale salad are also great if you’re wanting something fruity! Green Goddess Salad Recipe Green Goddess dressing is one of my all-time favorite salad dressings. If you haven’t already tried it, you really need to. It will change your life! (Quick description: it’s made from Greek yogurt, chives, lemon, and other tasty herbs so it’s ultra creamy and flavorful.) I decided to pair it with some of my favorite greens to being you this scrumptio...