Got a bottle of OJ? Turns out, its sweet tart flavor makes it one of the most ideal cocktail mixers around. One of our favorite ways to turn it into a cocktail: Whiskey and Orange Juice! This 2 ingredient cocktail tastes like a legit drink, especially if you step it up with a few shakes of cocktail bitters. The citrus notes compliment any type of whiskey perfectly, whether it’s bourbon, rye, or Irish whiskey....

There’s nothing more versatile of a flavoring than a block of feta cheese! This hard cheese is so intensely savory that adding just a few crumbles to food gives it a savory pop. Got a block of feta on your hands? It’s pure gold. There are endless uses: bake it up as an appetizer with tomatoes and Kalamata olives, whip it into a smooth puree for dipping, or sprinkle it onto salads and roasted veggies....

Love juicy steak dinners? Try my ribeye steak, porterhouse steak, bavette steak, or skirt steak next. You’ll rarely see a week go by when my family and I are NOT eating beef for dinner. Being a cost-conscious man, round steak is one of my favorites. In my quick and easy recipe for round steak, the meat is first seared in a sizzling hot skillet, then basted with garlic, fresh herbs, and butter....

Looking for stunning and refreshing cocktail recipes? Grab a bottle of cranberry juice! This bright red juice makes some of the best mixed drinks out there. They’re vibrant in color and sweet tart in flavor. There’s everything from the sophisticated bright pink Cosmopolitan cocktail, to the laid-back Sea Breeze, to the no-frills Vodka Cranberry. Here’s a list of our very favorite cranberry cocktail recipes! But first: a few notes on the type of cranberry juice to use!...

Got peanut butter? There’s not much this tasty nut butter can’t make better. Use it in cookies, cakes, oatmeal, bars, savory sauces: you can even use it as a substitute in hummus or pancakes! There’s really nothing peanut butter can’t do. Want to make it homemade? Go to How to Make Peanut Butter. When you’re ready to use it, here are all the best peanut butter recipes to use up a jar!...

Got a bottle of club soda? This carbonated beverage has been used in cocktails for hundreds of years. In fact, the first club soda was commercially available in the 1830’s! Club soda is carbonated water infused with added minerals, which give it a salty or lightly sweet flavor. There are so many club soda drinks to choose from, whether you want to mix up a classic cocktail or just a simple wine spritzer!...

Love Chinese chicken takeout recipes? Try my Mongolian chicken, Hunan chicken, General Tso’s chicken, or peanut butter chicken next. My Szechuan chicken recipe is your answer the next time you crave Chinese takeout. It’s so much cheaper and uses good-for-you ingedients that you can pronounce- no MSG or additives here! My family begs me to make it once a week. Why I love this recipe Quick to make. From prep to plate, this entire dish takes less than 15 minutes to make....

As soon as glossy green round squashes start to pop up farmers markets and grocery stores, it’s time for all the acorn squash recipes! Roast it, stuff it, puree it into soup: there are so many tasty ways to use this little squash and enjoy its bright and beautiful tender flesh. Here are some of the best ways we’ve found to eat it, and a few recipes from some favorite recipe developers and food bloggers....

If you love delicious, filling wraps, but want to substitute them with a healthy, gluten free alternative, here’s your solution. Making light and simple wraps from just one ingredient may sound a bit complicated, but trust me, this is the gluten free wrap recipe you need in your life. Surprisingly enough, these oat wraps are made with just one ingredient – rolled oats. And oh, just a little water to make the batter....

Need more foolproof chicken breast recipes? Try my air fryer chicken breast, Instant Pot chicken breast, and cast iron chicken breast next. Chicken breasts have been a staple in my house since I was growing up, and to date, it remains mine and my family’s #1 choice for weeknight dinners. That’s because it’s cheap, versatile, and, honestly, hard to mess up (though I have, believe it or not!). When I need a no-fuss and healthy main course that’s quick, I’ll bake them in the oven!...

When it comes to Thanksgiving sides, the star doesn’t have to be the gravy, stuffing or mashed potatoes. These days, another category is king: the Thanksgiving salad! That’s right, the salad can be one of the more delicious things on your plate on this massive food holiday. Because here’s the thing: it’s bright, colorful, vibrant and textured, with sweet tart, savory and tangy ingredients that are the ideal contrast to those mushy brown entrees and sides....

And now…the best lemon recipes to try! More ways to use lemons Need more ideas? There are lots more ways to use this bright citrus fruit. Here are some ideas for more lemon recipes: Here we’ve narrowed it down to the best of the best! Here are all the best lemon recipes for using this yellow fruit. From pancakes to vinaigrettes to sauces, we’ve got you covered. And of course: why not try fresh squeezed lemonade?...

Craving more keto desserts? Try keto chocolate chip cookies, keto muffins, and keto lava cake next. Nothing, and I mean nothing, is more refreshing than a popsicle on a hot day. Nowadays, there are plenty of sugar-free popsicles at the grocery store, but they cost a small fortune and usually have a lengthy ingredient list. Since I developed my own keto popsicle recipe, I can tell you that it’s not only cheaper but also far superior in flavor....

Got a bottle of sloe gin and not sure what to do with it? Sloe gin is a British red liqueur, a signature liqueur that’s considered the limoncello of the UK. Sure, you can drink it neat: but it’s even more fun dressed up in mixed drinks! This liqueur adds a fruity, intriguing element to each sip that leaves you wanting more. The most famous of all sloe gin cocktails is the Sloe Gin Fizz, a spin on the gin fizz that’s likely been around since the 1900’s....

And now…easy Christmas appetizers! These finger foods, dips and spreads are simple to put together and look stunning for Christmas Eve. Whip up an epic cheese board like a pro, or whiz up a few easy dips that will keep everyone coming back for more. (And how fun is that Christmas pizza?) Browse all our 40 Great Christmas Recipes Mix up for 20 Christmas Cocktails & Drinks Opt for 25 Christmas Side Dishes Try 30 Christmas Breakfast Ideas End the meal with 20 Festive Christmas Desserts...

“Gluten free dairy free” might sound restrictive to some. But if you eat that way, you know if you find the right recipes, there’s absolutely nothing lacking in flavor. Cut out gluten and dairy and you’ve got a wide range of recipes that are absolutely irresistible: from stir fries to sheet pan meals to nachos. Here are our top essential recipes, with a focus on dinner first. Then keep reading for more ideas for gluten and dairy free desserts, snacks, breakfasts too!...

And now, our favorite Mother’s Day brunch ideas & recipes! More brunch recipes and ideas Want more brunch ideas? We’ve got ’em! Try these brunch recipes we love: Cozy up to spiced oatmeal bakes, savory quiche, smoked salmon bagel boards, and bright strawberry smoothies! Whoever you’re cooking for, we think she’ll love these Mother’s Day recipes. Also try: Vegetarian Spinach Quiche with Almond Crust Also try: Greek Yogurt Pancakes, Cozy Applesauce Pancakes or Peanut Butter Pancakes Also try: Crustless Quiche with Spinach (the same recipe baked in a pie plate) Also try: Banana Smoothie Also try: Rhubarb Bread...

And now…the best falafel sauce recipes! Ways to serve falafel Falafel can be served in so many ways! This tasty Mediterranean plant-based dish has lots of different spins. Here are a few of our favorite falafel recipes: Falafel is served with a few different traditional sauces. Here’s a breakdown: Yogurt based sauce: often containing cucumber, dill or both Tahini sauce, typically with lemon, sometimes with herbs Cilantro sauce, herby and green, sometimes with yogurt or olive oil (like zhoug, used in Israel)...

Love baking with applesauce? Try my applesauce brownies, applesauce cookies, and applesauce bread next. I’m obsessed with baking with applesauce. Seriously, not only does it add moisture and subtle sweetness, but it’s a foolproof, low-calorie swap for eggs and oil. Whenever I use applesauce to make my blondies, they don’t last long–just ask my family! Why I love this recipe Made in one bowl. So clean-up is done in seconds....

Need more keto Christmas cookie recipes? Try my keto sugar cookies, keto shortbread cookies, and keto gingerbread cookies next. In my friend group, we have a dedicated keto cookie exchange. It was my idea, in case you couldn’t guess… Of all the holiday cookie recipes out there, I’m a sucker for the classics. My keto Christmas cookies are essentially sugar cookies, but with a few low-carb substitutions that cut the sugar but keep the sweet flavor and chewy bite....