Happy hump day everyone! I hope you’re having a good week so far. M has TWO days off of kindergarten this week. Teacher work day and Veterans Day. Fortunately, my mom is around and taking her to do some fun things during the day so she doesn’t have to sit and watch me work on my deadlines for my day job as a health and nutrition editor. Nanna to the rescue!...

Ingredient Notes The Basics – You’ll find a lot of the usual players here: carrots, celery, an onion, baby (or chopped) potatoes, fresh garlic, and some dry spices. The Additions – Good old concentrated canned tomato soup and some V8 (found on the juice aisle) provide a delicious tomato base. A couple of bouillon cubes or a couple of teaspoons of beef base are added in as well. Stew Meat – You’ll also need some lean stew meat....

This post was sponsored by the North Carolina Egg Association, in partnership with the NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services and the NC Tobacco Trust Fund. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. I’ve always been a bit of an egg fanatic. I mean, what’s not to love? Scrambled, fried, over easy, hard boiled, omelets, egg salad, deviled eggs, it just goes on and on and I love all of them....

I saw this recipe in last month’s issue of Cooking Light and I knew when I read it that it would be amazing. I finally got around to making it last week and not only did I have all the sauce ingredients in my kitchen, but it was possibly the best pork tenderloin I’d ever eaten. My husband loved it. My kids loved it. It was a New Year’s miracle....

In this blog post, I will share some of my favourite recipes that can be made in this pressure cooker and how to make the best use of it in everyday cooking. Tips To Save Time in The Kitchen Here are a few tips and tricks that will save you time and effort in the kitchen! So whether you are looking for easy weeknight dinners or nutritious family meals, a pressure cooker can help make your life easier in the kitchen!...

It is so unbelievably easy to make your own baby food. Easy, easy, easy. I promise. I never bought a single jar of prepared baby food for either of my little ones, so I know it’s possible. It takes a teensy tiny bit of planning but I’ve got all the resources and info you need to make it happen. And you’ll be so happy you did. Better yet, your children will reap the benefits....

4.72 13 Published May 17, 2022, Updated Jun 29, 2024 Why You’ll Love This Dressing It’s so easy to make your own dressing at home and tastes so much better than store-bought! It pairs well with a variety of salads, especially my Italian chopped salad and can be used as a marinade. You only need a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. It comes together in a matter of minutes....

When I was a kid, I went to Hawaii a few times–we went to Maui, then when my dad remarried after my mom died, we went to Kauai, then we went to Kauai again my junior year of high school. Then my husband and I went to Kauai on our honeymoon. Yes, I’m a brat. So last summer’s trip to The Big Island was a totally different experience for me....

This sauce is super versatile–it has a great base and there are a few variations you can try to mix things up a little. My favorite is the spiced variation–it tastes a lot like the sauce from my all-time favorite hole-in-the-wall barbecue joint and THAT is never a bad thing. Ingredient Notes This sauce is kind of a mish-mash of barbecue awesomeness–tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, molasses, horseradish, apple juice, onions, garlic, yada, yada, yada…...

Mix with ice cold water for a refreshing, non-alcoholic summer drink, or with some vodka or tequila for a delicious cocktail, or with some champagne for a wonderful mimosa! And just like that, summer is about to tap out. I’d like to say it was good while it lasted, but I won’t. This summer was extra hot and humid. But the prospect of summer fruits soon going on sale is something I’m very much looking forward to....

Is it just me or do you get as excited about the Thanksgiving leftovers as you do about the meal? I live for the leftovers. I seriously adore turkey day leftovers. It carries the comfort and closeness of the day over into the weekend… kinda keeps the magic going and keeps us all connected. And keeps us from having to do much more cooking! Usually on the Friday after Thanksgiving, I make my most favorite thing, this Thanksgiving leftovers breakfast hash....

This dough has peanut butter in it, but not so much that it’s an overwhelming peanut butter cookie. It feels more like a chewy chocolate chip cookie that happens to have some peanut butter in it. It’s just enough to make them incredibly soft and chewy. There’s something about using chocolate chunks in cookies (as opposed to chips) that makes them extra bakery-ish and kinda fancy and special. I love these by Private Selection (available at Kroger stores, for me that’s Fred Meyer), but if you can’t find chunks in this or another brand, you can always chop up bar chocolate or just use chocolate chips....

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For more easy ways to use the canned chickpeas in your cupboard, check out my Chickpea Salad Sandwich, Italian Chickpea Soup, Chickpea Burger, and Biscuit Topped Chickpea Pot Pie recipes! The viral Marry Me Chicken recipe is no match for my vegan-friendly Marry Me Chickpeas. It’s as creamy, indulgent, and family-friendly as the original, but made without dairy or meat! What’s better is that this one-pan meal is totally foolproof....

We Indians love our pakora for snack or what we call Chai Nashta. I loved how crispy and flavorful the pakoda taste. Masoor dal is one of the few pakoras that was religiously made in my house. I soon learned the best way to make Masoor Dal Pakoda recipe and it’s time I share my favourite recipe with you. 😉 Also, If you like these crispy Indian snacks you may like to try another masoor dal recipe of Masoor Dal paneer ki Tikki....

5 185 Published Apr 07, 2023, Updated Jul 16, 2024 Whether you’re planning a summer road trip and want to be prepared with a healthy option to enjoy on the drive or simply looking to pack a nutritious lunch for the office, this crunchy detox salad is going to be just the thing to pack in your tote bag. It’s loaded with fresh, crunchy cruciferous veggies (like kale and cabbage) that are packed with nutrients....

5 6 Published Jun 21, 2017, Updated Oct 26, 2021 Yes, I realize that hummus, bbq sauce and canned tuna aren’t a typical pairing, but you have to trust me on this one. It’s so good! I used Sabra’s garlic hummus. I honestly haven’t met a hummus flavor I didn’t like, but garlic is still my tried and true favorite, especially for savory recipes. Speaking of Sabra, they’re an awesome partner of mine!...

Celebrate the morning with freshly baked Peach Scones and an iced coffee or cup of tea. Made with fresh and juicy peaches and a sweet vanilla glaze, you’ll love every single tender, flaky, and moist bite. It’s the perfect summer treat! Have you ever been disappointed by a dry scone? Me too. Thankfully, these easy vegan peach scones are soft and moist on the inside, with a slightly crisp golden brown crust on the outside....

These might be the most delicious little snack bars in the world. I am so addicted! We’ve got peanut butter and chocolate chips and whole grains and all kinds of amazingness rolled into one easy recipe. What’s not to love, right?! (If you are on board, you must try my go-to homemade granola bars. Sooo good!) Side note: Who are we kidding? These snack bars today are like a massive cookie....

4.97 42 Published Nov 01, 2023, Updated Jun 28, 2024 They kind of remind me of the Clio Snacks Greek yogurt bars and they’re soo easy to make. I can’t wait for you to try them. Ingredients Needed Greek yogurt – I used Fage 5% full fat Greek yogurt because that’s what I keep on hand but you can use low fat or non fat, if desired. The center just won’t be as creamy....