5 19 Published Sep 12, 2022, Updated Aug 20, 2024 When it comes to granola bars it can be hard to find ones at the store that aren’t loaded with added sugar and preservatives. That’s why I prefer to make my own at home! These homemade granola bars include simple, wholesome ingredients. Plus they are easy to whip up and cheaper than buying store-bought bars. Why You’ll Love These Nut-Free Granola Bars Perfect for school lunches – These granola bars are made with SunButter which means they’re nut-free and safe to take to school!...

I was so happy when Pillsbury came out with their sheets of crescent dough; it’s perfect for projects like this. (If you don’t like to use refrigerated pastry and want to use homemade bread dough or something, be my guest.) Lightly roll out the crescent sheet to stretch it out a bit and then slice it into 6 parts like my photo below. No need to be exact here (which is good, because I wrote down my actual measurement on some random napkin in my kitchen when I made these and of course I have no idea where that is now…) I think each of my squares below is about 3 1/2 x 4 or so....

4.93 35 Published Mar 02, 2022, Updated Jul 09, 2024 The combination of oat flour and almond flour makes them super fluffy and I love how moist they are thanks to the banana mixed throughout. They’re seriously so good and guaranteed to be a new family favorite! Why You’ll Love These Muffins Made with simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. Gluten-free, dairy-free and absolutely delicious! Perfectly moist and fluffy and will hit the spot for breakfast, as a snack or even dessert!...

Once upon a time… Years ago, when Sara and I started Our Best Bites, I did cook like this every night. It was a different stage of life. I was younger and my kids were younger and I relished in planning all the meals and the routine of taking my kids to story time and then going to the grocery store. And then life happened. And my kids started eating more (like all the time)....

Ingredient Notes Bread – No need to get fancy. While most similar casseroles call for dried out french bread, I actually recommend basic everyday soft white sandwich bread fresh from the bag.Cheese – You’ll need a lot of cheese! I call for a mix of Jack and Cheddar. That’s my favorite combination, but in a pinch I’ve also used Colby Jack, and it would also be great with some pepperjack in there....

5 36 Published Feb 29, 2024, Updated Apr 11, 2024 Why I Love This Bowl High-Protein – It’s packed with a whopping 40 grams of protein! Quick and easy – This bowl is ready to enjoy in about 5 minutes. It’s perfect for those busy mornings! Delicious – The combo of creamy peanut butter yogurt, frozen berries and Catalina crunch tastes like you’re eating a PB&J in breakfast form. It’s so good!...

Sara and I have been working on a big project on the side here and a few months back, she called me wondering if I could send her my recipe for peanut butter cup popcorn. And I informed her that she must be mistaken and that it was her recipe. Apparently it was not her recipe (and not mine, unless I was sleep blogging again, because I don’t remember adding it to our list!...

Pindi chana recipe is is special chana masala from Rawalpindi in Punjab, Pakistan that is why it is known as Pindi chana. Choley is punjabi name for chana that is why this same dish is also known as pindi choley. Unlike Punjabi chole the recipe of pindi chana is without onion garlic or tomatoes. How ever You can top it with raw onions if you wish to, but I make this chana recipe totally onion garlic free....

We are fresh off another weekend of getting some snow. That’s two weekends in a row, which just never happens where we live in N.C. ❄️ No complaints though. Snow days are so rare that they feel extra special and fun. Plus, it’s a good excuse to be all kinds of cozy and lazy, right?! Alas, it is a new week, so away we go. Let’s talk food. Today’s recipe for pizza grilled cheese is inspired by and dedicated to my daughter....

Step by step recipe to make the best crispy pork carnitas in the oven, with a Dutch oven (or not), or even in the Instant Pot! Easy to make, with simple carnitas seasonings that are easy to find. We often serve this with horchata (or vegan horchata for a dairy-free alternative). After years of making these authentic pork carnitas, I can say that this is guaranteed to be the only recipe you’ll need!...

Who else loves a meal that is quick and easy to make, tastes delicious and also feels a little like cheating? You know, like you’re calling it in? Sometimes that means breakfast for dinner, sometimes it means making a big snack plate or charcuterie board and calling it a meal. You’ll hear no complaining for me. And definitely no judging! (Check out these meals for one for tons of ideas, tips and recipes when you’re going solo for dinner....

Suji finger is a perfect appetizer that is light but still full of flavors. Sooji which is Indian semolina or farina combined with curd is good for the stomach. That makes it a healthy snack compared to deep fried snacks. The rich smoky flavor is infused by tempering it in hot red chilis and aromatic and flavourful curry leaves. So ditch those deep fried potato fries and try these sooji sticks or sooji fingers for the best of taste and a healthier option....

0 0 Published Jun 28, 2024, Updated Sep 09, 2024 The combo of marinated seasoned chicken paired with a ton of fresh veggies, black beans, avocado and crunchy tortilla strips all drizzled with a creamy southwest dressing is SO good! This recipes makes four salads, so I’ll usually make it for dinner one night for Isaac and I and then meal prep the other two to have for lunches throughout the week....

A delicious pasta covered in creamy spinach pesto sauce is a family favourite in our home. It is a perfect summer pasta dish that comes together quickly. It is a great option for picnics, family gatherings or even a lunch box. Also, this is a good way to feed green veggies to fussy eaters, kids as well as adults. Serve it with freshly toasted and buttered bread. Why This Pasta Recipe Works Pasta with spinach & broccoli is hearty comfort food....

I’ve had such a great holiday weekend that I’m kinda wishing I was on holiday break already! My brother and his family came up and if seeing my daughter’s sheer JOY at hanging out with her older girl cousin wasn’t enough to make any heart happy, I don’t know what is. We all went bowling, we had drinks and dinner, we visited my Dad’s recent building site and his new office (he’s an architect) and went to lunch before they had to head back home....

There are a few things I make for breakfast ALL. THE. TIME. These fluffy whole wheat pancakes are a staple on the weekends - and in the freezer - as are my go-to easy whole wheat waffles. Cheesy baked eggs and freezer breakfast burritos are a great way to get in some protein, and I can pull them out to reheat on busy mornings. (They’re part of my 5 easy make-ahead egg breakfasts that you should check out if you love eggs like I do....

Ingredient Notes Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Fresh Lime Juice Red Wine Vinegar Fresh Garlic Chili Powder Cumin Kosher Salt Black Pepper How To Make Taco Chicken

This Tempeh Reuben is loaded with hearty sautéed tempeh and layered in a homemade vegan Russian dressing and Swiss cheese. It has all of the comforting flavors of a classic reuben, but without the animal ingredients! Your new favorite vegan sandwich is made from a handful of delicious elements: Melty vegan Swiss cheesePan-fried tempehVegan Russian dressingSauerkrautBread Tangy and salty in the best way, you’ll find that you’ll be treating yourself to the rich flavors of this tempeh reuben every weekend....

How to make Teriyaki Chicken Alfredo Pasta Note: I’ve had quite a few people ask me if they can use our Guiltless Alfredo Sauce in this recipe. That’s actually where I started years ago, the first time I attempted this. You are welcome to try that if you like, but. There’s a reason why that version never made it to the blog! haha. I went back to work on it one more time for this round and I started with the good stuff....

This is a variation of vegetarian pad thai noodles. I simply love these silken rice noodles twirled with small bites of veggies, fragrant with the smooth and authentic flavour of red Thai curry. Making these Thai noodles become effortless because I always have homemade Thai red curry paste in my freezer. You can also make this same curry noodle soup with Thai green curry base. I love street food in Thailand the dishes is jaw-dropping....