Ingredients in this avocado crema recipe Crema is a thickened cream often used in traditional Mexican cuisine to dollop over soups, tacos, burritos, enchiladas. A traditional avocado crema would be made with actual Mexican crema. But this type of sauce can also be made with sour cream, yogurt, or mayonnaise. Our recipe takes inspiration from the rich cultural food tradition of this Mexican sauce. Here’s what you’ll need: It’s ideal for dolloping on tacos to add creamy, tangy notes: but the applications are endless....

Shrimp is a big winner around here: it’s delicious, a healthy lean protein, and so fast to cook. (And our 3 year old is obsessed.) Alex and my usual way to cook it is this sauteed shrimp. But the other day we thought: why not try baked shrimp in the oven? Well, you would not believe the “Wow’s!” exclaimed after every bite. This method is so easy and the shrimp come out juicy and perfectly seasoned with garlic and herbs....

How to grill tilapia: step by step Just throw those beautiful fish fillets right onto those grill grates: there’s no need for any monkey business with foil! The best grilled fish is made right on the hot grill. You can use this method for other white fish like grilled cod or grilled salmon. Here’s what you need to know about the heat level and grill time (or jump to the full recipe): Why we love this recipe: If you’re looking for a fun grilled fish recipe, this flaky tilapia is bursting with savory, smoky flavor....

Split pea soup might sound humble, but it’s pretty much the perfect meal. Really, split pea soup? Yes, this tasty soup has lots of virtues. First of all, it’s delicious: full of cozy, lightly smoky flavor. It’s a whole food plant based recipe (WFPB) and because split peas have lots of plant-based protein, it’s very filling. Best of all, it’s very easy to make! If you use your pressure cooker to make split pea soup, all you’ll need is about 15 minutes of active time: then it’s totally hands off!...

Need a fresh dinner idea or crowd-pleasing appetizer? Try this lettuce wraps recipe! The punchy, savory filling is infused with hoisin, soy sauce and rice vinegar, mixing savory tofu with cashews and green onions. Throw it into tender leaf of crunchy green lettuce with a few more colorful veggies, and it’s to die for! We polished off this entire tray in no time: and immediately wanted seconds. Ingredients in this lettuce wraps recipe Lettuce wraps are a food where a savory filing is wrapped in lettuce leaves and eaten with your hands....

This post was created in partnership with Simply Organic. All opinions are our own. Show of hands: who loves a good date night in? Much as I love the dress up-dinner-drinks routine, some my favorite memories are nights where Alex and stayed in cooking together. It’s not always pretty, mind you! There are shirts splattered with tomato sauce and burnt bread and broken pizza stones. But there’s something so comforting about pouring a glass of red wine, turning on some tunes, and ultimately chowing down on the fruits of your own labor....

My family LOVES Chinese takeout, but it’s not something I let them enjoy regularly. Instead, I make their favorites, including Szechuan chicken, Hunan chicken, and my father’s famous egg drop soup recipe. Growing up, Dad made it ALL the time because he spent much of his teen years in a Chinese restaurant and I love making it at home because it tastes exactly like what you’d find at any Chinese restaurant....

There’s something so satisfying and comforting about a delicious bowl of rice. And its “quick cooking” nature is what makes it the perfect base for weeknight meals. This humble grain proves the fact that you don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to create an impressive dish that everyone will love. In fact, behind every delicious dish, there’s a myriad of trials and errors to bring you the best version of the recipe....

Looking for more eggless recipes? Try my eggless brownies, eggless cake, eggless banana bread, and eggless chocolate chip cookies. Run out of eggs but craving a big stack of pancakes? Have an egg allergy? These egg-free pancakes are a savior. You may wonder how eggs are involved in pancakes. Well, they are considered essential for their structure. The yolks not only make pancakes soft when cooked, but they also add richness and flavor....

My two favorite ways to eat eggplants or brinjals are when they appear with other vegetables like in aviyal or sambar, and when they’re cooked in a tangy sauce like in this eggplant curry (vazhuthananga paal curry). So this curry, which is basically eggplants (brinjals) cooked in a tangy sauce enriched with tamarind, coconut milk and plenty of spices, is pretty much my ideal way to make eggplants really delicious and special....

There’s nothing I love more than simple healthy meals everyday of the week. But on busy days, healthy cooking is super hard to achieve, so I make sure to incorporate easy to make dishes that are also packed with goodness into our weekly menu. As you know, fish is a natural source of nutrients that are vital for your health and wellbeing. And it’s such a versatile ingredient that’s so perfect to create delicious meals the whole family will love....

Love easy one-pot dinners? Try my beef tips and gravy, meatballs and gravy, crustless pizza, and beef shanks next. My French onion chicken recipe is what I turn to when I want to serve my family a warm and hearty dinner that has the best parts of the classic French onion soup. Not sure what this dish details? Well, it showcases well-seasoned and juicy chicken nestled in a creamy sauce with layers of caramelized onions, toasted baguette slices, and mounds of melted cheese....

Usually we’re all about healthy everyday recipes. But sometimes, you need stunning dessert to impress everyone. Introducing…the best-ever fresh Strawberry Pie! It highlights the summery ripe berry flavor, perfectly sweet tart with a delicious hint of cinnamon. The flavor is almost beyond words. Our neighbors promptly declared it was “the best pie I’ve ever had.” Don’t believe us? Well, you’ve got to test for yourself! Why to make this strawberry pie This strawberry pie is one of the favorite desserts to come out of our kitchen....

Some days call for grilled cheese, and why not step up the classic? Try this Gourmet Grilled Cheese! This spin is every bit as toasty and gooey as the original, with a few tricks to elevate the flavors. It’s smoky, salty and savory sweet, with just the right crunch from the golden bread into the molten cheese. You’ll find yourself sighing in delight after every bite. (At least, we were!...

Here’s a side dish that impresses every time: Hasselback Potatoes! This popular way to prepare the ubiquitous spud tastes just as good as it looks. Slice a whole potato into thin strips, then bake until the slices separate and form crispy, roasted slices. It’s a whole new way to love a potato! It takes a little effort to prepare, but it’s absolutely worth it for a stunning side dish. Here’s how to make this fun and tasty potato recipe!...

Love healthy dessert recipes? Try my healthy chocolate chip cookies, healthy brownies, healthy cookie dough, and healthy lemon bars. You can never have too many chocolate cake recipes. When I’m not enjoying some flourless chocolate cake or zucchini chocolate cake, I’m enjoying a slice or two of this healthy chocolate cake. I’ve had my fair share of ‘healthy’ cakes and not going to lie, I was VERY disappointed. Many fat-free desserts or baked goods are prone to being gummy and not overly enjoyable to eat, but NOT this cake!...

Love healthy salad recipes? Try my healthy tuna salad, steak salad, avocado chicken salad, and cauliflower potato salad next. My keto pasta salad is always a hit at potlucks, so I knew I had to revamp the recipe for my vegetarian and healthy-conscious friends. I brought this healthy pasta salad recipe to the next party, and let me tell you, even the die-hard meat eaters couldn’t resist going back for seconds!...

Pro tip: Make the pizza dough in advance and refrigerate it for up to 3 days: it increases in flavor over time! Or, you can freeze pizza dough for up to 3 months. As cookbook authors, Alex and I have spent over a decade researching authentic Italian pizza methods, interviewing experts, and traveling to Naples Italy to taste it for ourselves! We’ve written pizza recipes for two cookbooks. When it comes down to it, this recipe is the very best margherita pizza we’ve had....

Love smoked meats? Try my smoked ham, smoked corned beef, and smoked chicken breast. I love my homemade classic pastrami, but come the festive season, it’s all about turkey, and yes, that means turkey pastrami. It’s one of my favorite homemade deli meat recipes. I turn to it when I’m craving an extra-delicious turkey sandwich, salad, or even pizza. Why I love this recipe Healthier version of a classic. Turkey pastrami has fewer calories and less fat than beef pastrami, but it never lacks flavor!...

Sometimes all you need to end your day in a fabulous way is a lazy dinner. I mean, simple meal adorned with layers of flavors and vibrant taste. Just the way this Asian style honey soy noodles will turn a regular meal into a showstopper. Honestly, there’s something about the combination of soy sauce and honey that makes this noodles totally amazing. The perfect balance of soy and sweet honey is the key to making absolutely delicious noodles....