4.36 15 Published Feb 16, 2018, Updated Feb 20, 2023 I often buy pre-chopped veggies to save time in the kitchen (FYI: Trader Joe’s is an awesome spot for this!), but until recently I sort of avoided buying frozen veggies because I would much rather eat roasted vegetables packed with flavor than soggy, steamed vegetables. Well, let me introduce you to my newest little cooking hack: roasted frozen broccoli. I don’t know why it took me so long to figure this little trick out, but a couple months ago I realized that you can roast frozen broccoli and my world was changed....

Spiced with cardamom, orange juice, orange peel, vanilla and sweetened with honey. These saffron poached pears are perfect for holiday entertaining! Alcohol-free alternative to red wine poached pears Now that you guys know how easy it is to make perfect Red Wine Poached Pears and red wine poached pear tarts, you can use these as a guide to just as easily make white wine poached pears. But how about delicious poached pears without wine for anyone who doesn’t like or consume alcohol?...

You guys might know that I love me some shrimp. It’s such an easy, accessible seafood, can take on any flavor you throw at it, is endlessly versatile, and even my kids love it. Previously, I’ve shared this quick and easy Mexican shrimp skillet, which is in our standard rotation. And these spicy roasted shrimp that I make often. Today’s recipe for shrimp pasta salad is an old classic, one that you would have maybe seen at a church potluck....

You’ll need lentils (red ones, if you can find them–check the “natural” section of your grocery store, although your cheapest bet will be in the bulk bins or a Middle Eastern market), an onion, fresh garlic, fresh ginger, spinach (fresh or frozen), a 15-ounce can of tomatoes, cilantro, and lemon or lime juice. Plus a bunch of spices. These can be kind of a pain to track down, but once you have them, you can make this over and over again with practically zero effort....

Ingredients and Equipment Notes Tri Tip Roast – This cut of beef is sometimes known by other names depending on where you live. I’ve heard it called Santa Maria or Newport Roast (mostly in California), Bottom Sirloin or even triangle roast. It’s easy to spot by its triangle shape. Where I live, I purchase tri tip in a 2-pack at my local Costco (see photo below). They typically weight between 2-3 lbs, which is a great size to serve 5-8 people....

Ingredient Notes Mustard – You’ll be using good old yellow mustard here. Brown Sugar – Light or dark brown sugar will work. White Vinegar – Varieties of vinegar vary in acidity. Apple cider vinegar is similar to white vinegar and would be the best substitute in a pinch. Hot Sauce – Any basic hot sauce, like Tabasco, will do. Worcestershire Sauce – Find Worcestershire sauce near the barbecue sauces on the condiment aisle....

4.29 70 Published Jun 26, 2019, Updated Oct 25, 2021 If you’re a fan of fresh Mexican food, you’re going to LOVE this! You can prep everything on Sunday and have lunch for a couple days. If serving it for lunch, it’s got plenty of protein and healthy fat to hold it’s own, but as a volume eater I like serving it over a bed of greens. It’s also a great as a side dish —perfect for parties (you could even bring tortilla chips for dipping) or served alongside roasted chicken or blackened seafood....

You’re going to need 4 ounces of AMERICAN HERITAGE®️ Chocolate, a stick of butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, and 4 eggs. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Grease 4 ramekins and set aside. In a medium saucepan, combine the chocolate and butter and heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until melted. Whisk in cinnamon, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth. Add egg yolks and eggs and mix until smooth....

I’ve mentioned a time or two that I was a little girl when my mom died, so I really don’t have as many food-related memories of her as I would like to. I can’t pinpoint a specific memory that I have of my mom and split pea soup like I can with my dad and his doctored-up Campbell’s Bean with Bacon Soup and toast on Sunday nights or Chicken Cacciatore in the Dutch oven or cinnamon rolls and egg casserole on Christmas morning....

Perfect for snacking. Plus, they are indistinguishable from deep-fried cutlets in terms of taste, texture and appearance! For a vegan alternative, you can make these jackfruit cutlets (jackfruit croquettes). One of my favorite snacks in the world is the Sri Lankan Fish Cutlet! I’ve talked a lot about it and shared the recipe for classic Sri Lankan fish cutlets on the blog before. Fish cutlets are a quintessential Sri Lankan snack, with some epic Sri Lankan flavors....

And just like you’ll find very different BBQ depending on where you travel in the US, you’ll find varying types of rice and beans in Brazil. But it’s something that most of the population eats every day, and I loved it. Where I lived in the south, black beans reign supreme, and the method of cooking them that I’m going to share with you today is how the local people would prepare them day in and day out....

This vegan carbonara recipe is not at all authentic (this carbonara recipe is), but it is delicious and I think you will love it! Traditional carbonara is made with pork, eggs and cheese, so of course this vegan version is completely different. Stock up on more of the best vegan comfort food dishes with recipes like this one and so many others. Some of my favorites include Vegan Pot Pie, Vegan Chicken and Dumplings, and Vegan Shepherd’s Pie!...

If you love enchiladas as much as I do, make sure to check out my Vegan Sour Cream Enchiladas, Vegan Enchilada Casserole and Skillet Enchiladas. Enchiladas make the best Mexican-inspired dinner, and this vegan version is truly incredible. With over 100 5-star ratings, you know they’re going to be good! It’s true if you make everything from scratch they are a little time intensive. But you can make the recipe easier with a few shortcuts, or prepare the enchilada sauce, cheese and/or plant meat on the weekend for an easier weeknight meal....

5 4 Published Oct 02, 2023, Updated Aug 23, 2024 Why You’ll Love This Recipe Lean Protein: The use of 93% lean ground turkey makes this a healthier alternative to the classic beef Bolognese without compromising on flavor or texture. Nutrient-Rich: With an array of veggies like carrots, celery, and onions, this dish is not just tasty but also nutritious. Versatile Pasta Choices: Whether you like Tagliatelle, fettuccine, or bucatini, this sauce pairs well with a wide range of pasta....

Easy, creamy and delicious ube ice cream! I recently shared my recipe for ube halaya; the jam counterpart of this intriguing vegetable. Ube is very popular in Filipino cuisine, and is routinely featured in lots of different dishes. And it’s quickly gaining traction all over the world as well. One of the most popular ube treats of course is ube ice cream! What is Ube? Pronounced “ooh-beh”, this is a type of yam that has pale purple-colored flesh....

A rich, aromatic, healthy and fulfilling brinjal rice recipe from South Indian cuisine. Vangi is also known as Brinjal, eggplant or aubergine. Bhaat, bath or Baath all mean rice. Combining both, this dish is named Vangi Bath. Vangi Bath is primarily cooked in Maharashtra and Karnataka. Both versions have slight variations in terms of ingredients. I will write about it towards the end of this post. Why We Love This Recipe It is a gut-friendly healthy recipe that is super quick to make....

If you are looking for the PERFECT appetizer for either an upcoming holiday, game day party, potluck or other event, then this vegan cheese ball is it! I like to save my most delicious recipes for get-togethers with non-vegan people, so I can help them understand just how fun and tasty vegan food can be. Other impressive vegan appetizers include: 5 Ingredient Vegan Queso Dip Ultimate Vegan Nachos Vegan Cauliflower Buffalo Wings...

This is my version of Vegan Parmesan Cheese, with options for slightly different flavors and allergy needs. I love to sprinkle this stuff on everything! Try it on pizza, vegan baked ziti, spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna, caesar salad, mac and cheese, tofu scramble, spinach artichoke dip and more. Vegan Parmesan keeps for weeks in the refrigerator. Make a double batch so you can instantly add flavor to many dishes whenever you want....

Looking for more classic vegan cookies? Try my Vegan Sugar Cookies, Vegan Snickerdoodles, and Perfect Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies, too! This is the only vegan peanut butter cookie recipe you’ll ever need! Thick, chewy, and with the perfect balance of salty and sweet flavors, each bite will have you running back for more. Just like the classic recipe, these vegan peanut butter cookies are easy to make with baking staples, like peanut butter, flour, and sugar, in just one bowl....

5 8 Published Jun 23, 2023, Updated May 16, 2024 Why You’ll Love This Smoothie It’s cool, refreshing and hydrating! Perfect for hot summer days. The combination of sweet watermelon, tart raspberries and creamy yogurt creates the perfect balance of flavors. It’s super easy & quick to make with minimal ingredients needed. Packed with vitamins, minerals and protein! Watermelon Nutrition Watermelon is not just a thirst-quencher, it’s also rich in vitamin C and vitamin A....