One of the things I love about living in Louisiana is that we’re a few hours away from lots of little getaways–my husband has been out of town for the last couple of weeks, so last weekend, I schlepped my kids to Houston for the weekend in a misguided attempt to save my sanity by going to IKEA on a Saturday. But, all things considered, it was just fun to get out of town....
3.93 8 Published Jan 24, 2019, Updated Jul 17, 2024 “I feel like I only have 5 healthy recipes. I need more variety!” “I get in a rut of eating the same thing every day.” “I spend 500 hours in the kitchen.” The list goes on! I’m making it my mission to make meal prep more approachable. I’m here to show you that healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring....
First layer is a buttery crust with just three ingredients: butter, sugar, and flour. Press it down into a pan and bake it off for a few minutes to get browned and toasted. Then pour on an easy cheesecake layer: cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and eggs. On top of that goes some diced, spiced apples. And last, but definitely not least, a streusel topping. Pop the whole thing in the oven and bake it until the cheesecake is set, the apples are soft and caramelized, and the topping is golden and crunchy....
4.5 48 Published Oct 30, 2020, Updated Oct 23, 2024 When developing this recipe I was actually craving my vegan curried pumpkin soup, but didn’t have any pumpkin puree on hand (surprising… I know), so I rolled with a blend of carrots and parsnips and then added a little quinoa to bump up the protein. The end result was a cozy and delicious carrot parsnip soup that was so delicious....
Cashew cream is a staple that I use all the time in my kitchen, and I want to teach you all about it! It’s a perfect substitute for dairy heavy cream, and it has many other uses as well. When I transitioned to a vegan diet 10 years ago, the thing I missed the most was dairy: creamy, rich foods and cheese. When I discovered the magic of cashews, I was in heaven!...
It’s September. How did that happen?? Leaves are already changing at my house, I’ve been burning my Autumn candles for weeks, and I’m so ready for fall. Kate has already jumped into fall baking (and can we just say YUM, I want to make those) but I’m going to squeeze out a little more summer in the recipe department. I know that in most places around the country, the temps are still screaming summer, and this was one of my favorite homemade ice creams this year....
5 8 Published Nov 11, 2023, Updated Oct 04, 2024 This hearty and flavorful soup is packed with tender shredded chicken, black beans, fresh veggies and a blend of spices. And let’s not forget about the best part… the crispy tortilla strips on top, which are baked instead of fried. Add this soup to your menu ASAP. It’s guaranteed to be a new family favorite! Why You’ll Love This Recipe A one pot meal that can be made on the stove top or in the slow cooker!...
Vegan chickpea salad sandwich recipe Do you struggle to know what to eat for lunch? If you’re anything like me, this chickpea salad sandwich will become your new best friend! It’s ACTUALLY easy to make in about 10 minutes and makes a perfect packed lunch for work or school. Inspired by my Vegan Tuna recipe, but with a different flavor profile. Creamy vegan mayo, fresh (or dried) dill, green onions and a little lemon juice makes a fresh and flavorful spread for sandwiches or wraps....
This last-minute Greek yogurt dip requires only a few ingredients: greek yogurt, oil, spices and herbs and it’s ready in no time. Isn’t that a sizzle? Watch as people battle over this dip with crisp veggies and crostini or crackers or potato chips. This has been a total life-changing recipe for us here. We are so obsessed with the smoky flavour and fusion of textures in this chilli oil yogurt dip that chips, veggies, toast we are dipping everything....
These strawberry cheesecake bites are one of my favorite easy, snackable frozen dessert recipes, perfect for summer! Check out the video recipe below too. Why I love these strawberry cheesecake bites These are bite-sized strawberry cheesecake bites. They are so creamy and decadent. They are also no bake cheesecake bites. Super easy recipe. Frozen cheesecake bites. Which means these are a quintessential summer recipe. They are covered in a chocolate shell....
4 2 Published Oct 16, 2024 After discovering it a few years ago, I started making and loving it! I’ve shared a chicken Waldorf salad before, but here’s the classic, meat-free version with crisp apples, celery, and a mix of savory, sweet and crunchy flavors. It’s a simple, tasty addition to any holiday spread! I’ve found that it’s also a tasty side for brunch as it makes a nice complement to savory egg dishes like an egg white omelette, sausage egg casserole, my cottage cheese quiche or even this dairy-free quiche....
5 2 Published Apr 12, 2023, Updated Jun 29, 2024 They combine nutritious ingredients like rolled oats, protein powder and chia seeds with decadent chocolate cookies that melt into the oats while soaking (so good!!). And since they’re packed with over 20 grams of protein this is a recipe I can feel good about enjoying for breakfast or a post-workout treat. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Tastes like you’re having dessert for breakfast....
I love, love, love Sara’s caramel popcorn recipe–it’s so easy and ooey-gooey and amazingly delicious. But. This is the popcorn I grew up on–dark corn syrup, dark brown sugar, crispy texture, and some honey roasted peanuts thrown in for good measure. Kind of like homemade Cracker Jacks. I originally got this recipe years ago from my friend Lisa and have since tweaked things a little (added vanilla, baking soda, a little more salt, and the honey roasted peanuts) because I’m incapable of leaving recipes alone....
With monsoon around the corner, most of us start craving something crispy to much with that perfect cup of masala chai or adrak chai. So I am throwing out many ideas some traditional and some of new recipes which have the potential to become your favourite to satiate monsoon cravings of something crisp and chatpata ! Kicking off the series with this Dahi ke Sholay, and Dahi ke Kabab. Before I get started on the recipe, let me tell you about these crispy and golden fried bread pockets of hung yogurt....
121 Published Jul 20, 2015, Updated May 24, 2021 I didn’t know if I was going to do a full post about dealing with post-pill amenorrhea. Especially since I many of you come here for recipes, but this blog is really about health and for women our cycle is a great indicator of our health. Plus, I know from previous comments that there are others out there struggling with similar issues so I wanted to share....
Now…next week I will be celebrating my 7th wedding anniversary. Ask me how many times I’ve had a fancy dinner on my fancy China. Zero. It’s wrapped up safely in boxes in my garage like it has been since it was given to us at our wedding reception. My husband reminds regularly that he thinks the whole idea of fancy china is lame. I DO intend to use it. In fact, I’m super excited for when I have room in my house for a beautiful hutch to display it in, and kids old enough to appreciate it....
4.92 19 Published Nov 22, 2023, Updated Oct 28, 2024 It’s a fantastic option for those busy weeknights when you want a satisfying meal without too much fuss, or for those occasions when you need to feed a crowd. The combination of tender pasta, flavorful ground turkey, and rich, cheesy goodness makes this dish irresistible. Plus, the addition of fresh veggies like zucchini and bell pepper adds a nutritious twist to this classic Italian-American favorite....
Hello from the beach! Today is my last day of a long weekend girls beach getaway with my mother-in-law, sister-in-law and two of my husband’s aunts and their daughters. We’ve had some long, lazy mornings, afternoons at the beach, and evenings spent chatting and drinking wine. I don’t want to leave! But it’ll be nice to get home today and see my family. The kids both have their last week of school this week and then they are out for the summer!...
4 12 Published Aug 16, 2019, Updated Jun 09, 2021 I created this easy Asian slaw recipe to go with my Asian tofu tacos, but I’m already dreaming of all the things I can enjoy this with. I can see this with grilled chicken, rice and bok choy for an Asian-inspired bowl, over grilled fish or even on a bbq sammie. The options are endless! Asian Slaw Ingredients shredded cabbage – You can use napa, green or red....
Granola to me means wholesome goodness. It’s crunchy, it’s sweet, it’s oh so satisfying. It works for breakfast, for snacking, it’s great for travel. We love the stuff! However, store-bought versions can be expensive and loaded with fat and calories. They can also have some funky, less than wholesome stuff in it. Not exactly what I’m looking for. So I make my own healthy granola! I’ve shared this healthy citrus granola that I love in spring and summer, this chocolate pumpkin granola that’s perfect in the fall and we have this cranberry white chocolate granola around the holidays....
