Interested in more chicken marinade recipes? Try my fajita marinade, chicken drumstick marinade, and chicken thigh marinade next. Need something to spice up your next weeknight dinner? You will love my easy chicken marinade recipe. Made with only essential ingredients, this has been in my family for years. It’s the only recipe I’ve found that pierces through even the thickest chicken breast and guarantees it’ll turn out juicy and flavorful....

Love dessert bars? Try my chocolate chip cookie bars, oatmeal chocolate chip bars, and carrot cake bars next. Craving the flavor of almond butter but need an easy one-bowl dessert? You’ll love my almond butter bars. Inspired by my peanut butter cookie bars, I swapped the peanut butter for almond butter, giving cookies a more subtle nutty flavor and, to be quite honest, making them even sweeter. Why I love this recipe A healthy dessert....

Love almond flour recipes? Try my almond flour pancakes, almond flour banana bread, almond flour cake, and almond flour muffins. Using grain-free flour in cookies can be very tricky. While traditional white flour or wholewheat flour are safe choices, others can be pretty hit-and-miss. My simple almond flour cookie recipe is a winner, and it tastes like any good cookie! Why I love this recipe 5 Ingredients. And you don’t need any eggs or milk to make them....

Cultural and Traditional Importance Aloo Bhindi is a common dish in many North Indian households. Its simplicity and ease of preparation make it a staple for busy weeknights, while its flavorful spices and colorful presentation make it special enough for family gatherings. In India, meals often feature a variety of dishes to balance textures and flavors, and Aloo Bhindi is frequently paired with lentils like Dal Tadka and breads like Roti for a wholesome and complete meal....

Got an abundance of apples and need to put them to good use? Try this apple cinnamon muffins recipe. Unlike other muffins, these use simple wholesome ingredients and pack in loads of apple flavor. They need little prep and are so good, you’ll be baking them all Fall! Why this recipe works These muffins may look complicated but honestly, they are so easy to whip up. Healthier. Using applesauce helps cut down on the butter, and adding some almond flour adds protein and fiber....

Got a bunch of baby bok choy? Here’s a way to make this cabbage-like vegetable sing: this Baby Bok Choy Stir Fry! This tasty veggie is a type of Chinese cabbage, with a satisfying crunch and a peppery kick. Cook it in a hot pan with mushrooms, garlic and a punchy sauce, and you’ll be amazed at the amount of flavor from this humble veggie. Serve this quick stir fry as a side dish or pair it with noodles and a protein to make a complete meal....

Looking for more hearty vegetarian mains? Try Tuscan white bean soup, cauliflower steak, and Mediterranean bowls. My eggplant rollatini recipe is my go-to whenever I’m looking to make a family-friendly dinner that packs in tons of veggies! Eggplant rollatini as a mix of my eggplant parmesan and eggplant lasagna. You’ll find the cheesy, herby, and tomato sauce-covered bites from these classics, but all rolled up in slices of baked eggplant....

Love simple salmon recipes? Try my keta salmon, firecracker salmon, and stuffed salmon next. My family eats salmon at least once a week, but for special occasions or when I find it at the fishmonger, I love to prepare my baked sockeye salmon recipe. It’s rich in flavor and buttery in texture, and needs just a few minutes of prep. If you think standard salmon is delicious, wait until you try this!...

We are a family of waffle lovers but sometimes having a low carb option is a good idea. To change things up from our usual protein waffles or keto waffles, we jumped on the chaffle bandwagon and are absolutely obsessed. Who knew the combination of cheese and eggs could create such a breakfast masterpiece? What are chaffles? The term chaffles was coined because of the combination of cheese and waffles....

I love my high protein desserts. If you’ve tried my protein brownies, protein cookies, or protein donuts already, you know that I know my way around baking with protein powder. Whenever me or my family crave something sweet after dinner and I don’t want to turn on the oven or bake something, we make a protein powder mug cake. Why you’ll love this protein mug cake recipe Single serving. This is the kind of dessert that you can make for yourself at any moment when the cravings strike to satisfy the sweet tooth....

In between our book tour stops in San Francisco and LA, we had a few days of vacation. After two days in Sonoma, Alex, Larson and I decided to head to Big Sur California for 1 day on our way to LA. Honestly, we weren’t quite sure what we were getting into. Most of what we knew about the area was iconic Instagram photos showing insane cliffs and magical Big Sur sunsets....

Making a recipe that calls for smoked paprika and can’t find it? Smoked paprika is a unique spice that it is hard to replace! It’s similar to the more common Hungarian sweet paprika, but it’s Spanish and made from peppers that were smoked over a fire. This infuses a smoky flavor into anything it touches! It is not spicy (though there’s a hot variation: avoid that!). Other names for this spice are: pimentón, Spanish smoked paprika or sweet smoked paprika....

Street food, especially chaats, are at the heart of India’s traditional cuisine. They vary from region to region bringing you an unforgettable culinary experience. However, no matter whether you’re a first-timer or a regular visitor to your nearest street food hub, chaats never fail to impress. So, when I made the papdis (crispy crackers), I had a few chaat recipes on my mind. Papdis are a huge part of many Indian chaats, so I just couldn’t stop myself from thinking about making chaats out of them....

Sure, you can drink a classic margarita. But what about a blackberry margarita? This variation is easy to make and looks simply stunning with its vivid purple color. And the flavor? It’s tangy, it’s sweet, and it’s perfectly balanced. With fresh blackberries in season, we whipped up this berry take on my favorite drink: and now I think I prefer this one to the classic! We served it with shrimp tacos as a signature cocktail and it made for the perfect dinner party menu....

The words “boiled Brussel sprouts” might conjure up a pile of soggy, wet lifeless greens. But we’re here to tell you otherwise. These perfect Boiled Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan are anything but! Boil and season Brussels the right way, and they’re deliciously crisp tender and buttery. We like them with a little sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to add a savory pop. While the best Brussels sprouts are crisp roasted, boiling them is loads faster....

Want to add big flavor to savory recipes? Bouquet garni is a bundle of fresh or dried herbs used to add flavor to soups, stews, vegetables, meats and more. It’s a French technique that translates to “garnished bouquet.” The herbs are traditionally tied up in cheesecloth, making them easy to remove from the pot when the cooking is finished. Here’s how to make a bouquet garni: perfect for adding herby, complex flavor to soup recipes and more!...

Butternut Squash Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together the creamy, slightly sweet flavor of butternut squash with the comforting texture of pasta. Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal or a unique twist on traditional pasta dishes, this recipe is sure to please your taste buds. Butternut Squash Pasta is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for any meal. The Essence of Butternut Squash Pasta The key ingredient, butternut squash, is known for its vibrant color and rich, creamy texture....

Want to cook up some button mushrooms? This common variety is popular for its mild flavor and tender texture. This recipe for sautéing them up with garlic and smoked paprika is out of this world good! It accentuates their savory flavor and side benefit: tastes like bacon (really). Here’s how to make this incredibly tasty side dish recipe, and more about cooking with this popular mushroom variety. As if you need more reasons to love white button mushrooms!...

Love cast iron recipes? Try my cast iron pizza, cast iron salmon, and cast iron steak. I always rely on chicken breasts as an easy, fast, and tasty protein to pair with dinners and lunches. Cooking chicken in the cast iron skillet is my absolute favorite way to cook them when I need something quick and easy. Why I love this recipe It’s so fast and easy! There’s no marinating, complicated seasonings, or lengthy cooking techniques involved....

Whenever I think about salads, the very first word that comes to my mind is ‘healthy’. A great salad can easily turn any meal into a super healthy one. Finding new salad ideas and creating new ones can keep adding more salads to your diet interesting and fun. This chana chat or chickpea salad is not a new creation, but it’s a fabulous addition to your salad recipes. This is one of the simplest forms of chats, the popular Indian street food....