Homemade pie dough really is a cinch to whip up though, so if you’re not used to making your own, give it a shot! Start by rolling out your dough on a floured surface. About an 1/8 of an inch works well. Since you’ll be sandwiching two pieces of dough together you don’t want it too thick. If you’re making pops, you want to keep your hearts small- if they’re too large, the sticks won’t be able to hold them up....

This vegan cashew Alfredo sauce is ultra creamy and flavorful with NO cheese, heavy cream or butter! Cashews form the base of this easy vegan Alfredo sauce. Cashews are such a magical vegan ingredient, creating rich and creamy dairy free delights. A few of my all-time favorite recipes using cashews include Vegan Scalloped Potatoes, The Best Vegan Mac and Cheese and 5 Ingredient Vegan Queso. If you can’t have cashews or nuts, go make this Dairy Free Alfredo Sauce with NO nuts....

Making your own vegan cheese at home is surprisingly easy, and often tastes much better than anything you can buy at a store. Depending on where you live, quality vegan cheeses can be difficult to find and are usually expensive. My favorite cheese used to be cheddar, and since giving up dairy, I have been searching for a vegan cheddar-type cheese that tastes good on a cold sandwich. There is one brand I really love (Violife Mature Cheddar Slices), but it’s pretty pricey and hard to find....

If you didn’t know, I live just outside Portland, Oregon. We just got word that due to the virus circulating in the community, gatherings of 250+ people are to be canceled. We aren’t sure if the schools are going to be closed soon as well, or really what is coming in the next several weeks or months. A few weeks ago after the first case was confirmed in my town, I decided to start an emergency food supply....

Some people call ‘em muddy buddies, others have dubbed this sweet snack puppy chow. However you decide to say it, this recipe makes for a fabulous dessert or nibble! Many prepare this dish for the holiday season, but, honestly, I could eat this all year long! I’ve transformed this fan-favorite into a vegan recipe. It just goes to show that even if you eat a plant-based diet, you can still enjoy some of your favorite childhood treats....

First of all, if you check out page 12 of the July issue of Better Homes and Gardens Magazine, this is what you’ll see: That’s us! And our BBQ Bacon Sliders! To see them on the pages of such an iconic magazine is totally surreal for us. Thanks to all of YOU for voting for us in the Blogger Cook Off last fall! Last month we got to hang out with some fellow food bloggers....

Our Ireland Itinerary In September of 2018 My husband and I, along with our oldest son (13 years old) and my father-in-law, took a trip to Ireland. We flew in and out of Dublin, so we basically made a loop around the country, staying at various Airbnb locations, starting and ending in Dublin. I’ll outline our main points of focus in photos below, and we also explored and enjoyed lots of things on the drive from each of these locations to the next....

5 0 Published Nov 07, 2023, Updated Nov 05, 2024 I could eat a whole plate of these carrots to myself as a snack with my vegan ranch dressing, but I love making them for a quick and easy side dish for dinner. They’re always a family favorite. And hey, if you don’t have an air fryer, don’t worry! Try my easy roasted carrots recipe instead—they’re just as easy and delicious....

3.87 12 Published Jan 10, 2024, Updated Nov 05, 2024 “Such an easy recipe with restaurant quality results! Loved by the kids & adults, minimal prep time & clean up. This will definitely become a regular go to. I’m looking forward to trying the other salmon recipes on the website. Thank you!” – Anna salmon filets – salmon is packed with long-chain omega-3 fatty acids which can help reduce inflammation and blood pressure....

So if any of you are reading this title and thinking you need to run now because you don’t like it either, stop! Stay! I promise I’m not crazy guys, just trust me on this one. This is my Mom’s famous twice-baked potato recipe and they’re a staple on our family dinner table at every holiday. It’s been that way since I was a kid. They’re a hit with all age groups, every time....

5 5 Published Aug 15, 2022, Updated Oct 27, 2024 This cauliflower mac and cheese recipe is perfect for anyone who is looking for a low-carb, healthier alternative to traditional macaroni and cheese or for parents who are trying to get their kiddos to eat more veggies. No matter the reason, this recipe is sure to become a new family favorite! Why You’ll Love This Recipe It’s a healthier, low-carb version of a comfort food classic!...

I’ve got another it’s-good-for-breakfast-snack-dessert-anytime treat for you today! These whole grain banana oat cookies are seriously light (no butter or oil), seriously moist and seriously tasty. Plus these cookies are oh so easy. Just stir up the dry mixture, the wet mixture, add them together and bake. It’s cookie time! And that can definitely be anytime of day. I’ve made the mini chocolate chips optional. You may be thinking, why in the world would I not add the chocolate chips?...

This post is sponsored by the American Dairy Association Mideast. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. We are back from a weekend family camping trip in the mountains and it did my soul good. I love getting to live outdoors for a couple of days and just be closer to nature. It’s a great chance to breathe a little more deeply, feel a little more calm and reconnect - both to each other and ourselves....

Perfect for any time of year, mashed potatoes may be the most well-loved side dish ever, and for good reason! These dairy free mashed potatoes are creamy, smooth, buttery and so simple to make. If you’re used to adding a lot of dairy to your potatoes, don’t worry. Just because these potatoes don’t contain butter or milk products doesn’t make them any less incredible, and no one will know! If you love potatoes, make sure to try my Vegan Scalloped Potatoes as well....

The salsa comes together quickly; just a tart Granny Smith apple, some diced red onion, chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. I added a sprinkle of salt and pepper too. Saute some diced green pepper and red onion until soft And then add beans, garlic, and seasonings. Pretty much the Sara special: garlic, chili powder, coriander, and cumin. You should saute the beans with the garlic and seasonings for a few minutes before adding some chicken broth....

Ingredient Notes Tomato – You can use any plum tomato like roma, on-the-vine, etc. Bell Pepper – I like green pepper, but I’ve also combined red pepper and it’s great too. Red, yellow, and orange peppers will be a bit sweeter than green. Onion – a regular white onion is most popular in this recipe, but yellow works fine, and even purple onion would taste great too. Parsley – opt for flat-leaf Italian style parsley as opposed to curly leaf....

We are at the end of our first week back at school, and whew, we survived! The kiddos both had a great start. They love their teachers and are already feelings settled in their new classrooms. I loved having a little quiet around the house to work, and I even remembered how to pack lunches and check folders, so that’s a plus. I’m happy it’s Friday though. It sure will be nice to have a lazy weekend; I think we are all worn out!...

Ingredients Needed Olive oil Lean ground beef Onion Fresh garlic Smoked paprika Kosher salt and black pepper Green cabbage – Cored and roughly chopped. You can also buy a bag of pre-shredded cabbage, just avoid the very thin angel-shred variety as it’s too thin. Canned stewed tomatoes Tomato sauce Beef broth Dried parsley White vinegar Hot rice – I like cooking the rice separately and then ladling the soup over the rice (like you would for gumbo); keeping the rice in soup causes the rice to absorb the liquid until it turns into more of a stovetop casserole....

4.16 11 Published Feb 09, 2016, Updated Mar 15, 2023 Today’s cajun trail mix is for those of us who crave flavor and spice. SEE HOW EASY THIS CAJUN TRAIL MIX IS TO MAKE: I’m no cajun spice guru, but I’m pretty sure this cajun trail mix has all the right components. And even if it doesn’t, it’s finger-licking good and that’s all that matters. Right? The best part? This mix is super simple to make!...

With options for air frying, it’s a healthy twist on a classic favorite! Whether you’re enjoying it as a quick meal or a comforting treat, this low-calorie toastie is sure to hit the spot. Why To Make It? Guilt-Free Cravings: Enjoy a crispy, cheesy snack without breaking your calorie budget. Versatile Meal: Ideal for breakfast or a light snack. Flavorful and Satisfying: Deliciously cheesy while being light on calories. Easy to Make: Quick and simple to prepare....