on Oct 23, 2022, Updated Jul 29, 2024 Why You’ll Love Homemade Spaghettios My Homemade SpaghettiOs is a weeknight wonder. This recipe takes just 20 minutes from start to finish and cooks together in just one pot, so it’s perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe is so tasty, too. For a quick sauce, it’s wonderfully rich and full of fresh 🍅 tomato flavor. It can also be made as cheesy as your family likes, for even more great flavor....
You can certainly ask your butcher to do it for you, but if that is not an option, this short tutorial is here to show you how. Equipment You Will Need Cutting turkey wings into segments is a relatively easy task that requires a few basic kitchen tools, which you probably already have. You will need: A sturdy cutting board: While any cutting board will work for cutting raw turkey wings, having a dedicated cutting board specifically for poultry is recommended....
on Aug 19, 2023, Updated Sep 06, 2023 Why You’ll Love My Lemon Orzo Bake This is a complete meal, with lean protein from boneless skinless chicken thighs, carbs from orzo (a glutenous pasta shape like rice), and fiber and nutrients from zucchini. You can use chicken breast instead, but I prefer thighs for their superior flavor and juiciness. Because this dish brings so much ease and simplicity to my weekday menu planning, I often bake multiple servings at a time in individual serving-size dishes....
on Nov 18, 2021, Updated Apr 09, 2024 Why You’ll Love One Pan Chicken Dinner This One Pan Chicken Dinner recipe will be your weekday go-to when you need a satisfying, healthy and flavorful meal to feed the family fast. It all cooks up in one 🥘 pan in just about 30 minutes, and you can even serve it in the same dish so clean up is a total breeze....
on Oct 19, 2021, Updated May 09, 2024 Why You’ll Love Pesto Eggs These Pesto Eggs bring together the best flavors and textures for a ☀️ breakfast that’s simply irresistible. Trust me, you won’t be able to get enough. With savory pesto, perfectly cooked eggs, and creamy ricotta toast, every bite is breakfast perfection. Plus, you have full control over how you like your 🍳 eggs cooked. It’s easy to make and guaranteed to make your mornings better with its unbeatable taste!...
on Nov 27, 2023 This Pretzel Christmas Wreath recipe is inspired by my good friend Alina, who, like myself, is a Christmas fanatic and always shares unique Christmas-themed ideas with me. Not only will these Pretzel Christmas Wreaths get you into the holiday spirit, but the irresistible sweet and salty combo will have you binge-eating these before your guests even arrive 😏! Why You’ll Love This Pretzel Wreath These Pretzel Christmas Wreaths only take 15 minutes to make and are completely customizable....
Having been cooking my quinoa breakfast porridge on the stovetop for years and then recently in my Instant pot, it got me thinking: Can I make my quinoa porridge in the microwave? Well, the answer is yes, but there are a few things you need to know. So in today’s’ recipe, here I am with everything you need to know to make a delicious and healthy microwave quinoa breakfast bowl....
You’ll need two sets of simple ingredients for this recipe: For the shrimp and shrimp stock, you’ll need a pound of large or extra-large fresh shrimp, water, and kosher salt. To make the shrimp scampi sauce, gather olive oil, unsalted butter, garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and fresh parsley. Shrimp: Since we’re using the shells to make a stock, jumbo shrimp or extra-large shrimp with their shells are ideal for this recipe....
However, I can’t say the same thing about baking. I have been trying my hand in baking with alternative flours (spelt, brown rice, almond, buckwheat, etc.) and sugars (honey, dates, maple syrup, stevia, etc.) for over a year now and it has been a challenge, especially when it comes to creating my own recipes. Recipe adapted (with changes) from Amy Chaplin’s cookbook At Home in the Whole Food Kitchen. One cookbook that has been a tremendous resource on this subject is Amy Chaplin’s At Home in the Whole Food Kitchen (affiliate link)....
Packed with protein-rich superfoods and topped with sumptuous dressings, these dishes will be your new favorites—and they take 30 minutes to make! Even better, they are only a handful of my fast and easy quinoa recipes and salad recipes to add to your collection. Your kitchen will brim with fluffy quinoa and fresh veggies with these top-rated meals. Why Should You Make Quinoa Salads a Part of Your Weekly Meals?...
on Jul 21, 2022, Updated Sep 06, 2024 Why You’ll Love This Ajvar Chicken Recipe While this🍗 Ajvar Chicken Recipe is an easy, quick recipe, the flavors fool you into thinking it has been marinated for hours. This dish brings the smoky, roasted goodness of Ajvar — a delicious Balkan pepper and 🍆 eggplant spread—right to your table. The chicken thighs turn out tender and juicy, infused with the rich, tangy flavors of the ajvar....
If you are wondering, what is in baba ganoush, this savory, smoky spread generally consists of roasted eggplant, creamy tahini, zesty lemon juice, rich olive oil, and bold garlic. However, many also add unique blends of seasonings to give this Middle East eggplant dip a tantalizingly complex flavor profile. Eggplant: There are many eggplant varieties to choose from when selecting a baba ganoush eggplant. Plump and round, globe eggplants are an excellent option for this recipe and are the easiest type to find in most American grocery stores....
on Aug 24, 2022, Updated Apr 30, 2024 Why You’ll Love Baba Ghanoush Recipe My Baba Ghanoush Recipe is foolproof. You don’t need any fancy equipment at all to make this delicious spread, just 💜 heart! The result is such a creamy spread that hits all the right notes. It’s garlicky and 🍋 lemony, bright and salty and works so well in so many dishes. Use it as an appetizer with crackers or crudité or use it in as a creamy spread in 🌯 wraps and sandwiches for lunch....
I had no idea that there were people out there, who would search for banana-free smoothies until I started this summer smoothies series. Come to find out, a lot of people look for smoothies made without bananas as they (1) do not like the taste of bananas and (2) think that they take over the whole smoothie. As a banana lover, while I have no complaints with bananas dominating a glass of cold, creamy and sweet smoothie, I can understand the argument....
So, this year it was a no-brainer to make a similar version with chicken. I mean, I think we can all agree that there are few things more comforting in this world than a bowl of hot, hearty, and homemade chicken vegetable soup from scratch. Packed with all of your favorite veggies and homemade, stick-to-your-bones chicken broth, this vegetable chicken soup just warms you from the inside out, fills you up, and makes your home smell divine....
The funny thing is that I cannot agree more. These peanut butter globs (not cookies!) are outrageously chocolaty with a ton of nuts that you can enjoy with every bite. The sweet and salty peanut butter chips add even more of a nutty flavor that enhances the taste of the chocolate. It is one of those forever satisfying Ina Garten cookies that is guaranteed to impress any chocolate and peanut butter lover....
on Aug 04, 2024 Why You’ll Love This Cottage Cheese Fruit Salad If you love fruit salad, but not the massive blood sugar spike that comes with it, I’ve got a hack for you. Pairing high-protein cottage cheese will balance your meal, and the combination of sun-sweetened stone fruit with creamy, rich dairy creates a match made in heaven. 👼 This salad tastes like a sweet treat but remains quite nutritionally balanced....
on Dec 14, 2021, Updated Mar 22, 2024 Why You’ll Love Creamy Cucumber Salad If you love Greek Tzatziki or the Polish “ Mizeria “ salad, you will love this. I had this salad at the black sea in Bulgaria and it’s the most 💦 refreshing salad in the world. It comes together so quickly, using simple ingredients but the results are delicious and satisfying. The cucumber is crisp and bright, and the tangy yogurt dressing is so refreshing and cooling, making this salad a perfect option for a ☀️ summer barbecue....
on Nov 01, 2021, Updated Sep 16, 2022 Why You’ll Love Deconstructed Cabbage Rolls In today’s day and age, when everyone is busy and on the go, unstuffed cabbage rolls, also known as deconstructed cabbage rolls, are a delicious and easy-to-make alternative to the traditional dish. This recipe combines all the flavors of a classic roll without the fuss of stuffing individual leaves 🥬. Variations and Substitutions for Deconstructed Cabbage Rolls There are so many ways to mix up the flavors and ingredients in deconstructed cabbage rolls:...
If you are new to cooking with bulgur and need a refresher, be sure to check out the posts I wrote on Types of Bulgur and How To Cook It based on the type you are using. In today’s post, I will share everything you need to know about making tabbouleh salad, including but not limited to the origin of it, ingredients and procedure (with step-by-step how-to photos), variations, along with my mom’s tips for the best tabouli recipe....
