Let’s talk about cozy and comforting casseroles using seasonal produce. I love Fall because it means we have an abundance of pumpkins and squash. While 99% of our recipes are for the sweeter things, I actually prefer to use them in more savory dishes. When roasted, butternut squash caramelizes and yields the most tender and sweet vegetable. While delicious on its own, we elevate it by making it the star ingredient in our easy butternut squash casserole recipe....
You know about natural flavor pairings like peanut butter and jelly, and tomatoes and basil. Here’s another unique pairing that works like a charm: butternut squash and Thai curry paste! There’s something about the sweetness of squash and the spicy aromatic flavors of curry paste that go hand in hand. Try them together in this Butternut Squash Curry recipe! It’s easy to make, full of colorful vegetables and bursting with Thai curry flavor....
Here’s a side dish that blew us away with its bold, sweet flavor: butternut squash puree! It makes any meal more elegant, from roast chicken to vegetarian main dishes. Serve your entree on top of a bed of this bright orange puree, and each bite is a pop of sweet and savory flavor! We layered some strips of seared tuna over the top and it was simply incredible. It’s ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any fall meal....
Welcome to the dessert of your dreams: this Old Fashioned cherry crisp recipe! Most summers we go cherry picking in Michigan and bring back a mound of the dark, sweet fruit. One of the best ways to use it? Bake up a crisp, of course! This one is perfect in our book, with sweet tart, juicy red fruit covered in cinnamon-spiced butter crumbles. (We also like to add a hint of ground cardamom for some intrigue!...
Cherries aren’t a common fruit in smoothies…but we think they should be. Try this frosty Cherry Smoothie! It’s fruity and sweet, with big cherry flavor contrasting with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon. Of course it’s more common to make smoothies with good old strawberries and blueberries. But when you find a bag of frozen cherries: snap them up for this tasty puree! Ingredients in a cherry smoothie This cherry smoothie is bursting with sweet flavor and only requires a few ingredients, some of which you might already have on hand....
Frequently asked questions As cookbook authors, we’ve researched and tested to create the very best way to make chicken Caesar salad at home! Strips of seasoned and Parmesan-coated pan seared chicken breast sit atop a salad with homemade creamy, zingy Caesar dressing. Top with the a shower of more Parmesan and the crunch of garlicky homemade croutons and you’ll be amazed! To simplify, you can swap in a few purchased elements into this formula, too....
A divine chocolate buttercream icing recipe to die for. I’ve tried many buttercream icing recipes before, but this one is simply the best. Try it out and you’ll see why. (Recipe adapted from The Kitchen Magpie) Yield: 4 Chocolate Buttercream Icing Print Icing made with buttercream and chocolate. Prep Time 10 minutes Total Time 10 minutes Ingredients ½ cup fresh whipping cream 1 tbsp regular cocoa powder ¼ tsp instant coffee ½ cup butter, room temperature 4 squares of premium milk chocolate ( approximately 30-35g) ¼ cup icing sugar Instructions Melt chocolate and let it cool....
Here’s a favorite party trick of ours that makes a tasty and healthy appetizer in just 5 minutes of hands on time. It’s Marinated Olives! This dish will make an olive lover out of anyone. Using the right olives here results in smooth, rich flavor: not briny or overly salty. The garlic, lemon and herbs make a symphony of flavor! Every time we make these and set them out on the table, people go crazy for them!...
Need more protein bar recipes? Try my Snickers protein bars, and coconut protein bars next. It’s no secret that I LOVE cookies and cream. Until recently, I was having a full-fledged love-affair with Quest cookies and cream protein bars, but in an effort to make more high-protein treats at home, I decided to try making them from scratch. Why I love this recipe The shortlist of ingredients. No corn syrup, hidden sugars, or “natural flavor....
Cucumber is great in salads and sauces…but an even better use for this green veggie, in our opinion? In drinks! Here’s one that’s absolutely perfect for summer: Cucumber Lemonade! The vegetable adds a cooling, vegetal finish to any drink that’s reminiscent of spa water. Combine that with the zing of the lemon, and it’s the ideal drink for sipping on the patio for a summer barbecue. It’s easy to make: here’s how it’s done!...
Growing up, my mom this “magic” blueberry cobbler dessert in the summer. It became a famous family recipe that she makes to this day. My sister and I once even made it with mountain blueberries we had picked in the Pacific Northwest. (Pretty ideal!) So when I say we have a new blueberry dessert to compete with the cobbler: it’s major. Meet this blueberry cake! It’s fluffy, just sweet enough, and with a hint of lemon....
Here’s the best easy, delicious sauce to make with a load of blueberries: blueberry compote! This idea was born out of a haul of summer blueberries we recently picked. This compote is one of our new favorite blueberry recipes because it’s so easy. It takes just 5 minutes to whip up, and the flavor is incredible. It’s pure, tangy blueberry, lightly sweetened with maple syrup! All you need is 3 ingredients and you can use either fresh or frozen berries....
Here’s a deliciously refreshing veggie smoothie for you, with an unexpected ingredient: this easy Cucumber Smoothie! Cucumber isn’t the most likely ingredient in a smoothie, but it adds an intriguing, spa-like flavor to the puree. The green vegetable is full of nutrients and water to make your smoothie taste even better. This one comes out perfectly creamy and it’s a great way to load up on nutrients as a healthy snack or breakfast....
In the market for a deviled eggs recipe? Let us be the first to suggest this one! These easy deviled eggs are totally classic and taste amazing. They’ve got a twist: Greek yogurt in the filling along with the mayo. Along with both yellow and Dijon mustard, it adds the perfect flavoring to these eggs without being overly rich! Garnish with dried dill or smoked paprika, or a mix of the two to make it festive....
Hi Manjula, I made this recipe two times, with these modifications: I used the fat part of canned coconut milk instead of heavy cream, because I wanted it to taste more tropical, and substituted cornstarch with less than half a teaspoon of carob seed flour (I might increase the amount a little), as it is the favorite thickener of ice cream makers here in Italy. I used my grandma’s ice cream machine to make it, it came out good and soft, and stays quite soft even in the freezer....
Craving a creamy sauce for dipping? Try this deliciously simple Nacho Cheese Sauce recipe! It’s thick and creamy, with just the right elastic cheese texture. Dip in a crunchy chip and it’s a burst of tangy, robust and smooth flavor: like an amped version of those store-bought jars. Here’s what really make’s it: most cheese sauces made with flour and butter lose their texture quickly after cooling and you can’t reheat them....
Want a knock-out vegan breakfast idea? Look no further than this easy tofu scramble. It tastes oddly similar to the flavor and texture of scrambled eggs: and it’s so hearty and satisfying! Let me preface that with: Alex and I don’t eat tofu often. But over the years of eating mostly plant based, we’ve been warming up to it. So now, my new very favorite way to make it is this tofu scramble!...
Easy Fajita Marinade With this quick and easy fajita marinade recipe, your next batch of fajitas will undoubtedly be the best! Made with sugar, Mexican-inspired seasonings, lime juice, and olive oil, this marinade brings the fajitas from your favorite Mexican or Tex-Mex restaurant directly to your kitchen! The best part? This marinade works just as well with steak as it does with chicken and shrimp. So whether you’re firing up the grill or searing the marinated meat, onions, and peppers in a skillet, your tastebuds will always sing....
There is something in a good noodle dish that makes it so versatile and perfect for any day of the week. I think the quick cooking technique, easy availability and plenty of customization makes it appealing for both kids and adults alike. With just 30 minutes or less, you can whip up a tasty meal with a noodle base super quick and easy. And it’s the ideal way to enjoy fresh seasonal produce and your favorite protein....
Here’s your new go-to shrimp recipe: garlic butter shrimp! The shrimp come out impossibly juicy with the best garlic flavor. The sauce it just the right amount of buttery: deliciously savory but moderate enough to be a healthy dinner idea. The best part? It takes under 10 minutes to make. Yep, that’s pretty unheard of in dinnertime territory. Alex and I have devoted our expertise to easy healthy dinner recipes, and this one tops the list....
