This post is sponsored by the National Turkey Federation. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. We’ve been choosing turkey breasts for our Thanksgiving main dish for years now instead of a whole turkey. They are a great way to serve a smaller crowd. They’re also a great option if you prefer light meat over dark meat. Everyone gets the light! Plus, I love that the leftovers are ideal for sandwich making....

Anyway, after trying a handful of strawberry cupcake recipes, I slightly modified this one from a recent issue of Martha Stewart Living magazine that featured cupcakes. I’ve found (and maybe other people have noticed) that her recipes can often be deliberately unclear and hard to follow, so I simplified some things, tweaked a little here and there, and got an awfully yummy cupcake out of the deal. Paired with Sara’s Perfect Cupcake Frosting and Filling…oh, man…light and sweet and everything that strawberries and cream are supposed to be!...

3.6 3 Published Dec 03, 2021, Updated Jun 12, 2023 Here’s Why You’ll Love This Recipe Sweet + savory… is there anything better?! Completely customizable recipe – use your favorite nuts and spices to customize this recipe. So simple to make and sure to be a crowd pleaser! What You Need raw nuts – I used a combination of almonds, walnuts, pecans and cashews but you can use any combination of nuts you’d like!...

Today, my sweet baby girl turns 7. Cue the dramatic sigh and tear trickling down my cheek… It’s hard to believe it’s been 7 years already - I can remember so clearly being pregnant with her, being in labor with her and holding her as an itty bitty baby. Oh how she loved to be held ALL the time! On the other hand, there have certainly been some LONG days and nights over the years where it seemed like time was slowing down....

A super easy cinnamon toast recipe (crème brulee toast) that will give you perfect results, every time! If you love sweet, crunchy cinnamon toast, then I’ve got a doozy in store for you today! This is the most easy cinnamon toast in the world, that is also The Best Cinnamon Toast in the world! Here’s why! Why this is the BEST cinnamon toast recipe ever! This cinnamon toast is made with a simple cinnamon butter, which can be stored in your fridge for whenever you crave for some caramelized cinnamon toast....

3.79 89 Published Sep 19, 2024 There are a ton of different hummus variations out there like this beet hummus, sweet potato hummus and lima bean hummus, but the recipe I’m sharing today is your traditional creamy hummus that requires just eight simple ingredients (plus water). It’s mellow in flavor, light, smooth and oh, so creamy! If you’ve never made your own hummus before, get excited because this recipe makes smooth and creamy hummus, just like store-bought, but better....

Chia seeds have taken the health world by storm, and for good reason! These tiny powerhouses are packed with nutrients, and one of the most popular ways to enjoy them is by making chia seed water. This simple drink not only helps in staying hydrated but also provides a myriad of health benefits. In this blog post, we will dive deep into the world of chia seed water, covering everything from its benefits to how to make it and use it effectively....

I love this recipe for a lot of reasons. For example, why do you love quiche? Vegetables? Breakfast meats? Cheese? This quiche is extra in every one of those ways. Bacon? Yes. Ham? Yes. Spinach, onions, mushrooms? Yes, yes, yes. 2 kinds of cheese, and lots of it? Indeed. It is the ultimate quiche for lovers of quiche (and also for people like Ron Swanson who may be on the fence but could be convinced because it has two kinds of breakfast meat and eggs....

4.85 69 Published Mar 29, 2019, Updated Mar 20, 2023 A little backstory… last year around this time Trader Joe’s launched their cauliflower gnocchi and the world has become obsessed. I’m honestly not a huge gnocchi person so this product didn’t excite me much, plus it was always sold out at my local store so I was super late to the cauliflower gnocchi scene. Don’t Follow the Package Instructions! Yes, you read that right, disregard the package instructions!...

Winter is the season for one of my absolute favorite citrus fruits – blood oranges! I love making this Vanilla Blood Orange Syrup! The citrus and floral flavors of blood oranges are ideal for a versatile fruit syrup. It’s a delicious flavor that works well for all kinds of desserts, especially cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. The addition of vanilla makes the natural flavors of blood orange pop even more. Besides, the deep red color looks pretty too!...

If you love chocolate chip sweets, make sure to check out my Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies and these Perfect Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies! Ahh, soft and chocolatey Vegan Chocolate Chip Muffins… the perfect sweet treat! Enjoy them for breakfast or as an afternoon pick-me-up. Every bite is decadent, fluffy, and moist, just like my Vegan Blueberry Muffins and Lemon Poppyseed Muffins! There’s a lot of reasons to love these soft and sweet vegan chocolate muffins....

Your family and friends will LOVE these chocolate glazed donuts! They are made in 1 bowl with simple ingredients, with plenty of substitutions available. Ingredients Needed All Purpose Flour: May substitute white whole wheat, whole wheat pastry flour, spelt flour, oat flour or even a gluten free all purpose flour if needed. Each one will change the flavor and texture slightly, but it will work. Cocoa Powder: I like to use dark cocoa powder here, but natural lighter colored cocoa will work as well....

Green Goddess Dressing originated from San Francisco in 1923. Apparently a hotel’s chef created it to pay tribute to an actor and his play, The Green Goddess. The dressing became a bit hit! The dressing originally contained scallions, tarragon, parsley, mayonnaise and even anchovies. My version varies quite a bit from the original, but it remains incredibly creamy thanks to raw cashews and a high powered blender! No need for mayonnaise....

I created this vegan grocery list to get you started and take the guess work out of shopping. (FREE PRINTABLE) What can vegans not eat? I know this may seem obvious to some, but I think it’s a good place to start as there is actually quite a bit of confusion in our culture about what exactly a vegan can or can not eat. The basic answer is that vegans do not eat animals or their byproducts, so no meat, dairy (cheese, milk, yogurt), eggs, or honey....

Because sometimes, life requires cupcakes. Need I say more? These Vegan Mint Chocolate Oreo Cupcakes are anything but health food, so if that’s what your looking for, make sure to check out my recipes page for ideas. I have a lot of them, but I’m of the mindset that occasionally treats are okay, even if they don’t offer any nutritional value. That’s what this is! I am SUCH a huge lover of all things mint, especially chocolate + mint....

Looking for more vegan pies? You’ll love my Vegan Pecan Pie, Vegan Sweet Potato Pie, Perfect Vegan Apple Pie, and Vegan Lemon Meringue Pie recipes as well. This is the best Vegan Pumpkin Pie ever! It’s always a hit for the holidays, with its decadent pumpkin-spiced filling and luxurious texture. No one will notice that it’s vegan, let alone that it didn’t take you all day to make. It’s extremely easy and made with only 9 ingredients!...

I am usually not an oatmeal person. I mean I do not like a warm oatmeal bowl but that does not mean that I do not like oats. Give me overnight oats or any version of savoury oatmeal. I am a happy camper. This healthy Oatmeal recipe also known as masala oats is made with oats and wholesome veggies. It’s a great breakfast option and when I am cooking for just myself this even makes a good lunch and dinner option too....

Fried rice is one of my faves. The rice, the veggies and mix-ins and honestly, the soy sauce. It’s just so flavorful. Previously I’ve shared spicy pork fried rice, quick and easy cauliflower fried rice with chicken and this fun twist with Mexican fried rice. And of course, my quick and easy chicken fried rice is a regular go to. Today though, we’re going with a favorite version in this veggie fried rice....

I know we’re all always looking forward to Friday, but I’m especially excited for tomorrow. I’m ahead, along with the kids and my husband, to my parent’s house for a special birthday dinner. Her name is Janeal and while it’s a little difficult to describe her exact relationship to me (one of those slightly twisted, extended family connections), let’s just say she’s pretty much a great aunt. She’s been a part of my life since I was little....

1. SEATTLE! We’re coming your way this month! Mark your calendars for Friday JULY 24th. We will be at Williams-Sonoma in Bellevue Square from 12-2pm. There will be a little recipe demo, some samples, books, mingling, and signing. Pretty please tell your friends and come see us! 2. Our DietBet is officially ON! If you haven’t noticed, the pot is big. Over $52, 000 is up for grabs. It’s not too late to join up, we’re all just starting today!...