Two ingredients. Two steps. Just 15 to 20 minutes. That's all it takes to put together the pepperoni bites. Just layer a spoonful of cream cheese between two slices of pepperoni. Assemble as many of these tiny bites as you want and bake them for up to 20 minutes for a whole platter to serve at your next gathering. While pepperoni is often paired with ingredients that overlap with its richness, this combination veers in the opposite direction.
We know it sounds plain and boring, but LongHorn's steamed broccoli is so good that people even try to replicate it at home. The beauty of this healthier side, which starts at just 90 calories per serving, lies in its simplicity. The stalks are fresh and bright, and they're steamed just until they're perfectly tender and lightly salted. But what makes LongHorn's broccoli so delicious is the drizzle of garlic herb butter sauce on top, adding a touch of decadence and aromatic flavor.
Years ago, when I was flipping through a magazine, a cheesy recipe caught my eye. It was simple, quick, and cheap - the busy mom's culinary trifecta. Plus, the glossy picture featured a vegetable both kids would eat: broccoli. I remember tearing the page out and thinking it might save me on a hectic weeknight, when late afternoons were a scramble between homework, carpools, and hours on a baseball field.
