Comments for The Foodie Affair

Comment on Easy Sheet Pan Turkey Dinner Recipe by Sandra Shaffer

Sandra Shaffer — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 18:56:11 +0000

In reply to Laura.

Fantastic, Laura! Thanks for sharing and yes, this can easily be adjusted to use a different protein.

Comment on Easy Sheet Pan Turkey Dinner Recipe by Laura

Laura — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:50:20 +0000

I made this tonight and it was easy, quick, delicious and healthy! I didn’t have turkey tenderloin but I had one and a half pounds of fresh turkey cutlets, which is what I used. I used the vegetables suggested but had to sub shredded cabbage for the Brussel sprouts. I added sliced carrots. I didn’t want to add anything with added sugar so I skipped it and added a squeeze of fresh lemon. The flavors were sweet due to the sweet potato and caramelized onion. It cooked quickly and we had to have seconds it was so good! I think this recipe would be delicious with chicken, too. Love the idea of combining white potato and sweet potatoes. So healthy!

Comment on Basil Pesto with Walnuts by Sandra Shaffer

Sandra Shaffer — Sat, 14 Jun 2025 15:16:51 +0000

In reply to Carol.

Thank you for trying this pesto recipe, Carol! When you want a pop of flavor, this does the trick!

Comment on Basil Pesto with Walnuts by Carol

Carol — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 21:36:57 +0000

I made the pesto and put it on top of spaghetti. Did not change anything in recipe.It was delicious & had an amazing texture!!!

Comment on Easy Sheet Pan Baked Chicken Fajitas by Sandra Shaffer

Sandra Shaffer — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 21:30:19 +0000

In reply to TK.

Thank you so much for the 5 star review! I’m so glad you found another dish that your family approves of 🙂 I’m a fan of the burnt edges too!

Comment on Easy Sheet Pan Baked Chicken Fajitas by TK

TK — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 23:16:03 +0000

After your muffin tin meatloaf became the most requested dish in the house, I needed a break & something new in my rotation. Trying to convince 2 boys that there is more to life than beef and bbq sauce is not easy. Then I found your one sheet pan chicken fajitas. Chicken comes out moist and tender not dry like I thought they may be. I leave in my veggies a little longer for that burnt edges/carmelized effect. Great with chips, tortillas or just on their own. Huge win 🙂 Thank you for another easy, quick, delicious, healthy meal option!

Comment on Easy Vegan Caramel Sauce Recipe by Sandra Shaffer

Sandra Shaffer — Fri, 23 May 2025 03:19:17 +0000

In reply to CR.

I have never had that happened. I’m baffled as to why that would occur.

Comment on Easy Meatloaf Recipe by Sandra Shaffer

Sandra Shaffer — Fri, 23 May 2025 03:15:04 +0000

In reply to TK.

Thank you so much for stopping by! I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe, and thrilled it got a thumbs up from the kids 🙂

Comment on Easy Vegan Caramel Sauce Recipe by CR

CR — Wed, 21 May 2025 20:51:43 +0000

I made it following all directions and cooking times. Used full fat coconut milk. When it cooled, it didn’t thicken. It instead separated so it has chunks of coconut solidified floating in the watery liquid. What went wrong, how can it be fixed?

Comment on Easy Meatloaf Recipe by TK

TK — Mon, 19 May 2025 20:30:53 +0000

A huge success and new fan favorite right out of the gate! Now kids will expect this regularly like Taco Tuesdays. Not mushy, came out fully cooked, not dry either, very juicy. I used Panko bread crumbs & Kinder’s mild bbq sauce. For 2 lbs of ground beef (yielded about 18 meatloaf muffins), I used 2 eggs (vs 1.3 per ratio), about 1.5 cups panko and was conservative on bbq sauce in the mix. I prefer adding sauce to the top after 10 mins in the oven and then everyone can add more to taste on their plates. Will be browsing your recipes for more quick and easy ones. Thank you!

Comment on Maple Glazed Pecans by Sandra Shaffer

Sandra Shaffer — Tue, 06 May 2025 19:04:23 +0000

In reply to Debra.

I love to hear that you found a great snack to suit you! Great idea with adding a little cayenne for some heat. Thank you for the 5 star rating!

Comment on Maple Glazed Pecans by Debra

Debra — Tue, 06 May 2025 03:24:16 +0000

I made these today…& WOW!! these are so good!! I did add 3 shakes of cayenne & 3 grinds of black pepper. I’m on a no sugar health diet & all I can have is maple syrup. So .. needless to say, I’m very happy these turned out to be so delicious! thanks so much for sharing a recipe that’s guilt free for me💜 I live in an arid climate so no need to bake after frying.

Comment on Easy Fig Chutney Recipe (Fresh or Dried Figs) by Sandra Shaffer

Sandra Shaffer — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:54:14 +0000

In reply to Bee.

Thank you so much, Bee! I appreciate the time you took to let me know that this recipe was such a hit!

Comment on Easy Fig Chutney Recipe (Fresh or Dried Figs) by Bee

Bee — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:37:49 +0000

Oh my word this is absolutely scrumptious!! We made a triple batch We allowed to cook just shy of two minutes before it was ready, cooled and then blended and then gave a further 2 mins back on the hob. Perfect consistency and flavour. Fingers crossed we haven’t overcooked and can get the spoon back in the jar when it’s cooled. Thank you so very much for all the time and patience you put into the creation of this recipe, it’s first class and tastes just like all the expensive stuff you get in a posh Christmas hamper. Thank you for sharing your talent and experience. Bravo

Comment on Spinach Strawberry Salad with Shrimp by Pamm

Pamm — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 20:12:00 +0000

I loved this salad. Dressing was very nice. Only thing I did different was roasted the shrimp in the oven. Making again tonight but having steak instead of shrimp. I love a steak salad.
Thanks so much for recipe.

Comment on Simple Homemade Peppermint Syrup Recipe by Sandra Shaffer

Sandra Shaffer — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 22:24:23 +0000

In reply to Kimberly.

Enjoy! I’m so glad you gave this peppermint syrup recipe a try. Thank you for the 5 star rating.

Comment on Simple Homemade Peppermint Syrup Recipe by Kimberly

Kimberly — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 18:54:14 +0000

Perfect for homemade peppermint mochas. Thank you!

Comment on Easy Zesty Italian Chicken Recipe by Sandra Shaffer

Sandra Shaffer — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 22:58:13 +0000

In reply to Beth Hohl.

Thank you, Beth for letting me know you tried this recipe. Ooooh, the lemon olive oil sounds delicious!

Comment on Easy Zesty Italian Chicken Recipe by Beth Hohl

Beth Hohl — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 22:30:13 +0000

OMGoodness…it was delicious. I used “lemon olive oil” made right here where I live and it was great. Thank you!!

Comment on Strawberry Coconut Smoothie by Sandra Shaffer

Sandra Shaffer — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 21:26:21 +0000

In reply to Deb.

That sounds fantastic, especially the nice touch with the orange extract. Thank you so much for letting us know this smoothie worked well for you and your husband!