I have always used broccoli and carrots in stir fries and pasta. But recently, I discovered that they also taste great with rice. Once I discovered that little secret, I started some experiments involving these two core ingredients. I’d already decided that I’m not going to spent hours in the kitchen, so I wanted to keep the recipe as simple as possible. After a few tweaks, I came up with this easiest and delicious combination of broccoli, carrots and rice....

Love cooking with shrimp? Try my sautéed shrimp, shrimp curry, blackened shrimp, and Hunan shrimp next. We enjoy shrimp regularly in my household because its healthy, foolproof, and quite versatile. When we want something a little more fun and flavorful, my coconut shrimp recipe is the #1 pick. It turns out crispy and golden brown yet juicy and tender in the center. Why I love this recipe It’s fast. This dish comes together in 10 minutes flat....

Are you an asparagus fan? This tasty spring ingredient is both perfect as a simple side dish, or as the star of the show in a main dish for any meal! Alex and I love adding it to pasta with lemon and Parmesan, or eating the raw ribbons in a shaved asparagus salad. Or for brunch, it adds a splash of green in an asparagus quiche or alongside scrambled eggs....

As much as I love coming up with creative breakfast recipes, I have to admit sometimes, that’s the meal I feel the least inspired to get creative with. But being someone who’s practiced whole30 more times than I can count, I know how important breakfast is to staying on track. So, to make your lives easier, I’ve come up with over 20 whole30-approved breakfast recipes that will help you stick to your goals, stay inspired, and hopefully find some healthy breakfasts to make even when you’re finished with the whole30 program....

Summer is the best season for cocktails (at least we think so). Here’s why: there are endless ways to enjoy fruity, herby, bubbly and icy flavors and textures. Make up a tall highball with sparkling water or ginger ale. Grab handfuls of fresh mint from the garden. Blend up summer fruits like watermelon and ripe strawberries. Summer is all about laid back, seasonal drinks! And what better spirit to pair than vodka?...

Got a load of berries? It’s time: to try all the blueberry dessert recipes! This sweet-tart purple berry is incredibly versatile and popular in desserts, especially in the summer when they’re in season. But many of these recipes also work with frozen berries, making them work any time of year! Try decadent pies, simple rustic tarts, cheesecake bars, frozen ice box cake, and more. No matter the occasion, there’s a berry treat for you!...

Want to cook up a romantic dinner? Some foods just have that elegant, romantic vibe: whether they’re simple seared scallops or a cozy, hearty lasagna. So here are all our top romantic dinner ideas for impressing your special someone at home! You’ll find dinner recipes, sides, and dessert ideas, which you can cook together as a fun activity, or whip up as a special surprise. There’s nothing more fun than a cooking date (in our minds), so let the fun begin!...

And now, our top shrimp recipes! As two cookbook authors who eat mostly a Mediterranean diet, we often make shrimp recipes for dinner because they’re so fast and our whole family loves them. There are also lots of creative ways to serve this shellfish. You can make it into rice bowls, stir fries, tacos, curry, or serve with pasta like crowd favorite shrimp scampi. There are shrimp appetizers like nachos, and even a good old fashioned shrimp boil....

This may surprise some, but we order a fair share of pizza delivery in my house. Of course, even when I’m eating keto, that doesn’t mean I want to forgo one of our favorite weekend treats. Que, keto pizza, pizza bowls, and, more recently, keto pizza casserole. Rather than piling our toppings on a keto pizza crust, everything’s layered on a bed of low-carb pasta and baked until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown....

If you know our cookbook Pretty Simple Cooking, you’ll know that Alex and my philosophy is against 5-minute this and 10-minute that. Why? If quick cooking time is the most important thing about a recipe, it cheapens the cooking process. It makes it seem like cooking is just about finding the magical super fast recipes, and not investing time in skills that deepen flavor. However, sometimes life necessitates a quick dinner....

Got a bottle of amaretto to use up? We’ve got answers. This nutty sweet Italian liqueur has been around since the 1850’s, and it’s still got massive popularity today. While it’s best known for the classic amaretto sour, there are lots more tasty ways to drink it. Here are all the best amaretto drinks! There’s the classic sour, beautiful in its perfection. There’s the unique Italian margarita, a fusion style version of the Mexican tequila drink....

Looking for more waffle recipes? Try my protein waffles, oatmeal waffles, and keto waffles. This is one of my family’s most requested waffle recipes. The almond flour gives the waffles a subtle sweet flavor and richness, which works perfectly with the other ingredients. Alongside a few baking staples, it’s an easy breakfast that can be made at a moment’s notice. Why I love this recipe One bowl. So prep time and clean-up are a breeze....

Making homemade chicken satay is always a fabulous option whenever I’m craving Thai or Malaysian food. Coming from a half-Malaysian background, satay was a staple in my household, but today’s recipe is actually more Thai-inspired. During my travels, I spent several months in Thailand and during that time attended an intensive Thai cooking school for over two weeks. Thai satay chicken is one of our signature recipes, and I’m so excited to share this authentic recipe with you!...

Love juicy and elegant steaks? Try my skirt steak, ribeye steak, ranch steak, and New York steak next. I thought nothing could beat my classic filet mignon, but that was until I wrapped bacon around it and cooked them together. I mean, wrapping bacon around various proteins is one of my favorite ways to elevate my family dinners. You get the richness of the beef and the crispy saltiness from the bacon, which balances everything so perfectly....

Making a recipe that calls for balsamic vinegar and don’t have it? Balsamic vinegar is a popular Italian type of vinegar that is very dark in color. The flavor is like no other type of vinegar: it’s tangy, sweet, complex, with undertones of fig, molasses and cherry. It’s often reduced into a thick balsamic glaze that’s drizzled over salads, pizza, or crostini. Balsamic vinegar easy to find at your local grocery, but don’t have time to shop for it?...

The much awaited official party season of the year is nearly here. At the moment, you should probably be thinking about party food, decoration ideas, and all things entertaining. Talking about party food, one important element that pops up in my mind is dips. A perfect dip is the ideal starting point for any great party. And this beetroot dip is undoubtedly a vibrant addition to your party table. Pair it with tortilla chips, pappadums, mini bite sized naan breads, or crackers....

Making a recipe that calls for basil and don’t have it? Basil is a beautiful herb that has a unique, peppery flavor. It’s often used in Mediterranean and Italian-style cooking. Don’t have time to shop for it or can’t find it? Or cooking and just realized you don’t have it? Here are some substitute ideas. Keep in mind: basil is hard to replace Are you cooking that features basil like Caprese Salad, Basil Pesto or Margherita Pizza?...

Making a recipe that calls for a bay leaf and don’t have it? Bay leaves are an aromatic leaf used in cooking to bring out the flavor in a dish. Bay leaves come from the laurel tree, and feature in a variety of cuisines like Indian, East Asian, Caribbean, Mediterranean, and American. The whole leaves are often added to a slow-cooking sauce or stew to enhance the flavors, then removed before serving....

See those up there? Yes, those are the best buttermilk biscuits ever. And we don’t want to keep them to ourselves. We want to give away all our secrets! You know how when your mom has a great recipe, she only gives you half of the instructions on how to make it — so you never make it quite like she does? Well, Alex and I want to tell you exactly how to make these!...

Making a recipe that calls for cornstarch and don’t have it? Don’t worry, there are few options that are perfectly suited as a substitution. Cornstarch is used as a thickener for sauces: both savory and sweet. You’ll find it in fruity desserts like strawberry rhubarb crisp, and savory recipes like vegetable stir fry. Whether you’re addressing an allergy or just ran out, there are a few easy substitutes that work well....