Why Should You Make This Recipe? Sweet, Savory, Nutty All in One Salad: The sweetness of the roasted pears and pomegranate seeds complement the nutty pecans and the peppery arugula creating a great salad with simple everyday ingredients. Easily Customizable: You can follow the recipe as written or try my variation suggestions to make it your own. Switch up the salad greens, nuts, or the dressing for a different twist if you are missing an ingredient or two....

on Oct 01, 2022, Updated Oct 05, 2023 Why You’ll Love Roasted Sweet Potatoes These Roasted Maple Sweet Potatoes are a must-try. This recipe showcases sweet, caramelized sweet potatoes that are perfect for the fall season and Thanksgiving which bring warmth and flavor to your table. What makes them even more appealing is their simplicity – with just four common ingredients and a little oven time, you can whip up this side dish in no time....

on May 05, 2022, Updated May 17, 2024 Why You’ll Love Shrimp and Broccoli Pasta This Shrimp and Broccoli Pasta is the perfect combination of protein and carbs and it’s everything I love in a simple home-cooked meal🍽️ . This recipe is great for clean-out-the-fridge days as you can substitute veggies and use whatever you have on hand. Your family will love this flavorful and fresh bowl of pasta featuring 🍤 tender shrimp, crisp broccoli and an easy breezy creamy sauce....

Over my years of baking for birthday parties, I have learned one thing: not everyone enjoys cakes with nuts in them. So when it comes to serving a crowd, I always make at least two different types of cupcakes. For this party, I went with red velvet (the nut-free option) and German chocolate cupcakes. Thankfully, everyone loved them and most of the guests even ate one of each. While everyone was enjoying the dessert, someone asked me which one of the cupcakes was my favorite....

on Dec 03, 2023 Why You’ll Love the Viral Snow Globe Cocktail The presentation alone is phenomenal, but if you need another reason to love this Viral Snowglobe ❄️ Cocktail, look no further than the versatility. There are countless options for alcohol (gin, vodka, champagne, etc.) and then add any kind of sparkling water you like! Not to mention you can make this a mocktail of course! So whether you make a spirited cocktail or a refreshing mocktail, the frozen cranberries and rosemary make this drink look like a Christmas 🎄 dream in a glass....

I usually buy a few bunches of it, roast some right away. I think it is the perfect accompaniment to serve with chicken or meat dishes, and use the rest to make this delicious asparagus salad recipe. Why should you make this recipe? There is so much to love about this tasty asparagus salad. Below are some of the reasons why it is worth a try: It can be served warm or cold & comes together in just about 15 minutes It is easy to make with roasted, broiled, sauteed, grilled, or blanched asparagus This recipe is delicious as written but can be customized based on what you have on hand (more on that later) It makes the perfect meal prep salad that you can make a batch and enjoy throughout the week....

And if you are in need of more vegetarian eggplant recipes for dinner, also check out my Easy Ratatouille recipe. Eggplant: When selecting eggplants for this recipe, prioritize finding medium-sized ones with a shiny, dark purple exterior. Among the various types of eggplants available, I think globe, Italian, or graffiti eggplants are best suited for this eggplant ziti bake. You’d want to cut them into 1 to 1 ½ inch cubes for best results....

on Oct 09, 2022, Updated Oct 13, 2023 Why You’ll Love Cheese Broomsticks Quick and Easy: This recipe is incredibly simple, requiring just three ingredients and minimal effort, making it perfect for busy schedules. Additionally, it’s a time-saver when you need a delightful treat in a pinch. Kid-Friendly: Engage your little ones in the kitchen, allowing them to create their own adorable witch broomsticks. It’s a creative, hands-on activity that’s sure to engage kids of all ages....

These homemade kale chips are my favorite way to curb an afternoon salt craving, and they couldn’t be easier to throw together. If you find yourself grabbing for the crunchy, salty, savory snacks throughout the day, you’ll be amazed at how these vegan cheesy kale chips are a great way to replace a bag of chips or pretzels. Not to mention, having your choice of seasoning for kale chips (more on that below) gives you unlimited options of flavors each time you make them....

If you are a fan of similar chicken stews and soups, be sure to also check out my Crock Pot Chicken Stew and Chicken and Vegetable Soup. Chicken: You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for lighter calories or chicken thighs for a richer flavor. The key is to cut the meat into chicken pieces for fast cooking and caramelized edges. Oil: I used olive oil but avocado oil would also work....

on Sep 26, 2022, Updated Oct 11, 2022 Why You’ll Love Fish and Chips This recipe can be made in the oven or an air fryer. No need to create a mess deep-frying at home. Here I use potato chips to bread the fish, giving it the ultimate crispy exterior, while remaining buttery and tender on the inside. How To Prepare Fish and Chips ⏲️Preheat oven to 450F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper....

Ingredients You’ll Need for Grilling Turkey Loins You only need two simple sets of ingredients to grill the perfect turkey breast fillets: the meat and my easy turkey tenderloin marinade. Marinade ingredients: Olive oil Soy sauce Lemon juice Dijon mustard Coconut sugar (or brown sugar): Adding coconut sugar to your turkey loin marinade is an easy way to give your meat a luscious caramelized flavor using natural sweetness. However, you may also use brown sugar depending on what you have in your pantry....

One of those moms recently asked me how to turn that almond flour chocolate cake recipe into a paleo birthday cake. And because no cake is birthday-cake worthy without frosting, I had to develop a healthier chocolate frosting recipe that I could spread all over the cake. Why should you make this recipe? In addition to being the best substitute for butter and powdered sugar-packed frosting recipes, this paleo chocolate frosting is terrific because it:...

on Jul 25, 2023, Updated Nov 05, 2023 Why You’ll Love Healthy Potato Salad 🌱 Light and Healthy: Say goodbye to heavy mayo-laden potato salads. Here, I use zesty white balsamic vinegar or 🍋 lemon juice, paired with the goodness of olive oil, creating a light and healthier dressing. 🥚 Protein-Packed: Additionally, hard-boiled eggs add protein, making this salad a satisfying and standalone side. 🎨 Customizable: Moreover, you can make it your own by adjusting ingredients like eggs, herbs, and red onions....

on Nov 16, 2022, Updated Nov 07, 2023 This drink is not only pretty but also tasty. With the busy holiday 🎄season upon us, it’s incredibly hard to keep up with recipes or cocktails that have so many different ingredients. I have made your life super simple because this drink will take you 10 minutes from start to finish and it’s only 3 simple ingredients that are easy to find....

I learned how to make almond milk at home after I married my lactose-intolerant husband 8 years ago. Since then I make it on a weekly basis and have learned a thing or two about making it from scratch. In this post, you will learn everything you need to know about DIY almond milk and how to incorporate it into your daily life. Almond Milk Ingredients The plain unsweetened homemade almond milk is made up of:...

on Jun 09, 2023, Updated Mar 22, 2024 Why You’ll Love Italian Chopped Salad What makes this Italian Chopped Salad so special is that every ingredient is chopped as finely as possible. This allows you to experience each flavor and enjoy a perfect bite every time. This is the perfect salad for a picnic, school lunches, or even ⛺ camping. You can prep all of the ingredients the night before (leaving the lettuce on the side so that it doesn’t get soggy) and assemble the following day....

on Jul 30, 2024 Why You’ll Love This Lettuce Wrap This sandwich is gluten-free, low-carb, high-protein, and endlessly customizable to be vegetarian, dairy-free, whatever you need. The key to keeping it interesting: a mix of crunchy, creamy, zesty fillings and flavorful condiments. My go-to’s are pickles, red onion, cheese, turkey, sriracha 🌶️, and honey Dijon but you can fill these wraps with any of your favorite fillings. The lettuce here serves as an alternative to bread and wraps; no, sadly, lettuce does not taste like bread BUT it does have a satisfying crunch and adds incredible freshness....

While I usually make this street corn macaroni salad during the summer months when sweet corn is in season, you can also make it using canned or frozen corn during the cooler months (i.e., during the football season and Cinco de Mayo celebrations). In this post, we cover everything you need to know, including ingredient substitutions, variations, making it with grilled (or sauteed) corn, and expert tips to guide you through the process....

on Mar 03, 2023, Updated Nov 04, 2023 In the heart of Bulgaria, where a frugal lifestyle was a necessity, basic ingredients—flour, salt, water, and yeast—had our tummies fed and our pockets happy. My grandma was one of ten siblings so this rustic bread became a lifeline in a very challenging world. The legacy of this no knead bread, called “Selski Hliab” in Bulgarian, persevered through the harsh years of communism when ingredients were scarce but the warmth of freshly baked bread 🥖 was our lifeline....