Cathy Trochelman

Wisconsin

Food Blogger at Lemon Tree Dwelling

Food blogger at Lemon Tree Dwelling, sharing simple, delicious, family-friendly recipes!

Featured in: Favicon

lemontreedwelling.com Favicon

tasteofhome.com

Articles

Pub Style Beer Cheese Dip

1 week ago | lemontreedwelling.com | Cathy Trochelman

Pub Style Beer Cheese Dip… aka your new favorite party dip! This creamy combo is packed with the delicious flavors of beer, cheese, and bacon… and guaranteed to be a hit anywhere you take it!Beer cheese is a classic combo, and for good reason. It’s delicious in all its various forms – from soups to breads to dips and more – and this Pub Cheese Dip is our FAVORITE way to enjoy it. Made with just 6 simple ingredients, it’s so easy to make and always a huge hit.
Asparagus Goat Cheese Vegetarian Flatbread

1 week ago | lemontreedwelling.com | Cathy Trochelman

Asparagus Goat Cheese Flatbread is a delicious taste of spring! Crispy flatbread topped with fresh asparagus, creamy goat cheese, pine nuts, and balsamic glaze. An easy appetizer that’s perfect for Easter or any occasion. There are so many reasons to look forward to spring… and fresh asparagus is definitely one of them. Because there’s nothing better than enjoying fresh vegetables (or fruits, for that matter) when they’re actually in season.
Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes

1 week ago | lemontreedwelling.com | Cathy Trochelman

Preheat oven to 325°. Line two 12-cup muffin pans with cupcake liners. In a medium mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds. In a separate large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add half the flour mixture and beat on low speed just until blended. Add milk and lemon juice and mix on low speed until combined. Mix in remaining flour mixture.
Blistered Tomato Bruschetta

2 weeks ago | lemontreedwelling.com | Cathy Trochelman

Prepare the cream cheese spread by combining all ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer to whip until smooth and creamy. Prepare the tomatoes by heating 2 Tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tomatoes and cook, undisturbed, for 2 minutes. Add the sliced shallot, minced garlic, salt & pepper. Cook 2-3 minutes more, gently stirring 2-3 times. Remove from heat; add fresh basil.
Italian Meatballs

2 weeks ago | lemontreedwelling.com | Cathy Trochelman

Preheat oven to 425° F. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Use your hands to gently combine, mixing just until ingredients are incorporated. Form the mixture into 1 1/2 inch meatballs, gently rolling between your hands to shape them. Space meatballs evenly apart on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Continue until all the meatballs are formed (about 36 total.) *You may need to use multiple baking sheets.
Garlic Herb Cream Cheese Dip

3 weeks ago | lemontreedwelling.com | Cathy Trochelman

Easy Garlic Herb Cream Cheese Dip – made with just 5 ingredients! This dip is light, fluffy, and packed with the flavors of fresh garlic and herbs. A delicious dip for crackers, veggies, pretzels, or any of your favorites!You know those times when you just need a snack… or an easy appetizer to take somewhere… but you don’t have time to run to the grocery store? That’s where recipes like this cream cheese dip come in.
Blistered Tomatoes

3 weeks ago | lemontreedwelling.com | Cathy Trochelman

Perfectly Blistered Tomatoes – ready in just 10 minutes. This recipe combines sweet cherry tomatoes with minced garlic, sliced shallots, and fresh basil in a simple dish that makes a delicious addition to your favorite pastas, sandwiches, and salads!The first time I realized there was something special about blistered tomatoes was when I tasted them on a grilled cheese. I was instantly sold.
Pesto Aioli

3 weeks ago | lemontreedwelling.com | Cathy Trochelman

Creamy Pesto Aioli – made with 5 simple ingredients and packed with amazing flavor. The perfect sauce for burgers, sandwiches, or wraps… and one of our favorite dips for french fries and onion rings!Not gonna lie… I’m a huge fan of aioli. There’s just something about how creamy and delicious it is… and I love the fact that there are so many different flavor possibilities.
Baked Chicken Fajitas

3 weeks ago | lemontreedwelling.com | Cathy Trochelman

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas… oven baked and ready in 30 minutes or less! Made with just a handful of ingredients, including our delicious homemade fajita seasoning, they’re a quick and easy dinner that’s packed with amazing flavor!Anytime I can’t quite figure out what to make for dinner, there’s a good chance I’ll land on something Mexican. Not only because Mexican dishes are easy to make, and always delicious, but because there are so many options.
Crispy Turnip Fries

4 weeks ago | lemontreedwelling.com | Cathy Trochelman

Preheat oven to 425°F. Peel the turnips using a vegetable peeler or paring knife. Cut into long, thin strips. *Thinner fries will be crispier than thicker fries. Place the cut fries in a medium bowl; drizzle with 1 Tablespoon olive oil. In a large (gallon size) ziploc bag, combine 2 Tablespoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon paprika and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix. Add the fries to the bag and shake to coat. Transfer fries to a large rimmed baking sheet.