on Sep 11, 2024 Unfortunately, the evolution of ketchup has also come with the evolution of additives and preservatives to extend its shelf life. That’s why my Homemade Ketchup recipe is the ultimate guilt-free way to enjoy this classic condiment. You won’t believe how incredibly simple it is to make something you’ve never considered making at home. So, ketchup with the times and try this homemade version 😉! Why You’ll Love Homemade Ketchup Think of this Homemade Ketchup as store-bought ketchup’s elegant and sophisticated cousin....

on Mar 09, 2022, Updated May 27, 2024 Why You’ll Love Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe It couldn’t be easier to make my Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe and the results are even better than store-bought! It takes just a few ingredients, and a few minutes to mix this dressing 🥣 altogether. This dressing is creamy, tangy and so flavorful. I’ve used a blend of classic Ranch dressing 🌿 herbs that are savory and delicious and go with so many dishes, you’ll use it all week long....

I’m a huge fan of sauteeing or roasting shiitake mushrooms and adding them to soups (like this Shiitake Mushroom Soup recipe) and salads as a topping, but there are tons of ways to use them. Whenever I develop a recipe for a vegetarian meal, I think of mushrooms as key ingredients. If you feel the same way, I know you’ll find today’s subject—cleaning shiitake mushrooms—helpful. However, I recently found out from this article on Cook’s Illustrated that rinsing mushrooms is actually okay....

on Apr 10, 2023, Updated Aug 13, 2024 Why You’ll Love This Liver and Onions Recipe If you’re new to enjoying organ meats, trust me when I say my Liver and Onions Recipe will win you over! Follow my recipe step by step and you’ll get a 👌 perfect dish every time. This dish is warm and comforting, rich and meaty and so satisfying. It’s a great new protein to add to your rotation as it’s not only delicious but so nutritious as well....

Hummus Ingredients A traditional hummus recipe requires just a handful of ingredients. Since hummus is the Arabic word for chickpeas, it’s no wonder this is the main ingredient. Below is what you’ll need: Chickpeas: Although you can cook your own chickpeas (more on this below), I find using canned chickpeas is easier and does not require any advanced planning. We will need one can of chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) rinsed and drained....

And if you are looking for more Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipes, you might like Chicken with Bulgur, Greek Yogurt Chicken, or Chicken Pita Wraps. Ingredients Mediterranean baked chicken wouldn’t be complete without a simple list of ingredients. All we need is a handful of ingredients, including: Chicken: Any chicken would work here, including bone-in chicken thighs, bone-in chicken breasts, skinless chicken thighs, boneless skinless chicken breasts, or a mix and match of any of those listed....

What is Muhammara? Muhammara is a traditional Middle Eastern red pepper dip or condiment typically served a dip or sauce with warm pita bread. It is claimed by many countries, but the actual origin is the Syrian city of Aleppo. Also called Muhumra, Hamara, or Marmara, the dip is popular throughout Lebanon, Turkey, Armenia, the Middle East, and Meditteranean. It’s one of those recipes widely adapted according to the region and personal taste....

on Nov 09, 2023 I was fortunate enough to be introduced to this dish by my Italian hubby Steve and his Calabrian family. Steve grew up eating pastina and it was his Nonna’s go-to dish anytime he was feeling under the weather. Your stomach hurts? Here’s some pastina. Toothache? Pastina. You’re heartbroken? Pastina will make it better. This dish is not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious, satisfying, and comforting....

During the colder months, as soon as chestnuts hit the stores, I buy some. If I am short on time, I roast them in the oven or if I am planning to use them in recipes, I boil them in water. But, if I want to have fun with my family and friends, we roast them on an open fire, grill, or fireplace, especially during the holiday season. If you are new to cooking chestnuts, be sure to check out my recipes on Oven Roasted Chestnuts, Air Fried Chestnuts, and Boiled Chestnuts as well....

Plus, unlike other crockpot oatmeal you’ll find on the internet, my simple recipe uses a water bath and a small casserole dish or mason jars to eliminate the hassle of cleanup—perfect for a busy morning or to make for a crowd. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a morning person or not, you’ll love the chewy texture of these steel cut crock pot oats. Steel-Cut Oats: When selecting types of oats for this oatmeal recipe, I recommend using steel cut oats—sometimes called “Irish oats....

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During all of that drama, I needed easy to make, cost-effective and healthy meals that were filling, cheap and super simple. And this Vegan Burrito Bowl recipe was my go-to dish. I still make it often, so today I am giving it a new look with a few additional photos and a quick how-to video. About this Mexican Burrito Bowl with cashew chipotle cream sauce recipe If you look at the recipe below, you might think that it has a lot of ingredients....

on Sep 15, 2022, Updated Apr 29, 2024 Why You’ll Love Zucchini Pizza Boats These Zucchini Pizza Boats are the perfect low-carb lunch, appetizer or snack. The zucchini holds up really well and has a bit of a bite to it, not too soft at all. The cheese gets oh-so-gooey and I like to put the 🔥 broiler on for the last minute for that beautiful golden color. Get creative and use whatever pizza toppings you love and have kicking around in the fridge: 🫒 olives, feta, ham, and more veggies....

on Oct 27, 2021, Updated Jun 23, 2024 Why You’ll Love Blueberry Coffee Cake Recipe This Blueberry Coffee Cake Recipe is so simple but utterly perfect. It’s a great base recipe to have in your arsenal, and then you can adapt it to whatever fruit or berries you have to use up. It comes together in just 🥣 one bowl and uses ingredients you most likely already have in your pantry....

While the main instructions you’ll find below are for a stovetop version of this recipe, this cottage cheese macaroni and cheese can also be prepped ahead of time to be baked later in a casserole dish if you’d like to add it to your holiday menu. Not to worry—the baked version of this recipe is also included below. Ingredients and Substitutions This homemade mac and cheese with cottage cheese has an impressive depth of flavor for a dish with just a few simple ingredients:...

on Oct 27, 2021, Updated Jun 23, 2024 Why You’ll Love Drying Herbs This is the basic way of Drying Herbs that you can use for whatever fresh herb you have. I love to do this with parsley, oregano, basil, mint, thyme and rosemary. It’s the best way to avoid food waste when the summer garden is bursting with fresh herbs! There’s literally no fancy equipment 🧵 necessary for this one and very little hands-on time....

They also make a great salad topper and a healthy meal, like in Shrimp Orzo Salad, Shrimp Avocado Corn Salad and Spinach Shrimp Salad. If you agree that there is nothing like biting down on a juicy and succulent piece of shrimp that has been marinated with bright and zesty flavors read on… Why You Should Make This Recipe I like to think of this simple shrimp marinade as the only thing standing between a bland and bold piece of shrimp....

If you are a fan of simple side dishes like this one, be sure to check out our library of Vegetable Side Dishes. This quick and easy green bean recipe uses just a handful of pantry-ready ingredients. Plus, you can even do most of the preparation in advance. Perfect green beans for a crowd, this savory side is one of the best green bean recipes for Thanksgiving dinner, potlucks, and parties....

How to Make Roasted Garlic Butter? Once you roast the garlic, all you have to do is add in the rest of the ingredients and give it a mix! We’re using our oven-roasted garlic method for this recipe, but if you’re in a pinch, you can cut roasting time in half by following my Air Fryer Roasted Garlic recipe. I even have a Roasted Garlic Without Foil version! Here’s how to make this easy recipe: For this roasted garlic spread recipe, gather:...

So, go ahead and make a batch and bring the most-loved flavors of the Mediterranean region to your own kitchen with this unique combination of warming spices you probably already have in your spice cabinet. Garlic powder: I use garlic powder here. However, you can use granulated garlic if you can’t get your hands on it. The granulated version is thicker compared to its powdered version. Therefore, if you prefer a finer Mediterranean spice mix, simply use a food processor or spice grinder to crush your granulated garlic into smaller fragments....