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Best Ever Healthy Granola Recipe

With just the right amount of maple syrup sweetness, this healthy combo of oats, nuts, dried cranberries, and flaky coconut is an easy granola recipe you can eat chunky or clumpy, and perfect to eat with yogurt or milk.Let's clear one thing up: All granola is not created ... continue reading... about Best Ever Healthy Granola Recipe

Crab and Avocado Eggs Benedict

Brunch doesn't get better than with this variation of the classic egg benedict that amps up the star power with crab and avocado.Ask and ye shall receive!A few weeks ago I shared a photo of my crab and avocado eggs benedict on my Friday Faves. And like most anytime I ... continue reading... about Crab and Avocado Eggs Benedict

How to Make Poached Eggs the Easy Way

Whether it's for weekend eggs Benedict or every day avocado toast, this is the foolproof way to make poached eggs on the stove top, in the oven, microwave or the Instant Pot.No technique shows off an egg's rustic elegance as much as the humble poach. Just as delicious ... continue reading... about How to Make Poached Eggs the Easy Way

How to Make the Best Steak Fajitas

A homemade spice blend and killer marinade infuses flavor into thin cut steak for these fast and easy homemade steak fajitas made in the skillet.Laurie McNamara's blog Simply Scratch reminds us that no matter how busy life gets, sometimes we just need to slow down and ... continue reading... about How to Make the Best Steak Fajitas

Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Soup

This simple but flavorful Tuscan white bean soup with sausage doesn't require any pre-cooking or searing, making it a true slow-cooker meal.Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean Soup "Okay mom, let’s play the smell game."  I sort of cringed at the idea. Sweaty feet. Burnt toast. ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Soup

Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa Bowl with Broccoli and Tomato

Chicken quinoa bowls have staked their healthy claim on quick and easy meal-prep dinners that are flexible enough to mix and match ingredients for take-to-work lunches that never get boring, too.Healthy Chicken Quinoa Bowl This quinoa bowl combines what seems to be my ... continue reading... about Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa Bowl with Broccoli and Tomato

Antipasto Christmas Wreath Appetizer

This quick and easy antipasto board appetizer shaped like a wreath is sure to add cheers, nibbles, and noshes to any festive Christmas potluck or party.This recipe brought to you by DeLallo Foods A few years ago I was pulling together some of my favorite antipasto ... continue reading... about Antipasto Christmas Wreath Appetizer

Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

Bone-in, skinless chicken thighs cooked in the slow cooker create the luxe flavor in this Italian slow cooker chicken cacciatore recipe for an incredibly easy weeknight or weekend meal.Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore You know how the saying goes. It's what waiters ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Crostini

Thinly sliced onions and chunky mushrooms caramelize with butter and Marsala wine to make the perfect jammy topping for this easy crostini appetizer with a silky sweet taste.This recipe is brought to you by Vermont Creamery Carmelized onions and mushrooms are my jam. ... continue reading... about Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Crostini

How to Make the Best Minestrone Soup

My Grandma's easy minestrone soup recipe is one of the healthiest vegetable-loaded soups you'll make, and it tastes far better than any of those Olive Garden copycat recipes thanks to the secret ingredient in the savory broth.Easy Minestrone Soup Recipe "It is well worth ... continue reading... about How to Make the Best Minestrone Soup

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

This healthy vegetarian quinoa salad makes for a simple lunch or dinner, thanks to staples like roasted red bell peppers, kalamata olives, and feta from your fridge and pantry.Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Recipe I get that feeling. I look at my watch. Scratch that, I look at ... continue reading... about Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

How to Cook the Best Juicy Turkey

A flavorful, moist turkey is the centerpiece of every Thanksgiving dinner. These easy tips show how to cook the best turkey that's always juicy and moist, and proves that it's 100% not as scary as it seems.By the time I post this, I will have cooked six turkeys in two ... continue reading... about How to Cook the Best Juicy Turkey

50 Easy Thanksgiving Side Dishes Recipes

What's the most popular, easy Thanksgiving side dish at your house? From my top 10 Thanksgiving side dishes to 40 new twists on the classics, this list of 50 easy side dish recipes will give you plenty of side dish recipe ideas to think about.Thanksgiving is all about ... continue reading... about 50 Easy Thanksgiving Side Dishes Recipes

Easy Green Beans with Browned Butter Almondine

These green beans almondine are made in one skillet, steaming the beans right in with the butter and almonds then finishing them off with some lemon juice.Easy Green Bean Recipe I remember my mom making a version of this super easy green bean recipe since before I could ... continue reading... about Easy Green Beans with Browned Butter Almondine

Easy Glazed Carrots

Sweetened with brown sugar, orange juice, and butter, this glazed carrot side dish is a one-pan side cooked right on the stove, in the microwave, or baked in the oven, too.Aren't carrots just the best? They're inexpensive, always available, and one of the least disdained ... continue reading... about Easy Glazed Carrots

Wet or Dry? How to Make the Best Turkey Brine

For the juiciest turkey on the block, brining the bird with salt results in a plump, moist, and flavorful turkey every time. But is a wet brine or a dry turkey brine better? I tested both, and these are my recipes and results.I discovered the genius of turkey brining ... continue reading... about Wet or Dry? How to Make the Best Turkey Brine

Juicy Roast Turkey Breast

The best way to cook roast turkey breast isn’t in the crockpot, but in the oven instead, and it only takes 30 minutes to cook!Thanksgiving isn’t the only time of the year to talk turkey. Sure, it’s a popular protein over the holidays, but it should totally be considered ... continue reading... about Juicy Roast Turkey Breast

How to Make the Best Mashed Potatoes

Knowing how to make mashed potatoes is a basic recipe every home cook needs in their kitchen skill set, and this easy recipe shows how to make the best creamy, buttery, mashed potatoes every time.The Best Creamy Mashed Potatoes Recipe Does the internet really need another ... continue reading... about How to Make the Best Mashed Potatoes

Beef Stew with Butternut Squash (Instant Pot, Stove Top or Crock Pot)

Tender chuck roast pairs with classic stew veggies and butternut squash in this easy beef stew made even easier in the Instant Pot, Crock Pot, or on the stove top.Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe I made this classic Beef Stew with a slew of nutritious veggies in ... continue reading... about Beef Stew with Butternut Squash (Instant Pot, Stove Top or Crock Pot)

Broccoli Casserole with Crispy Onions

This easy broccoli casserole au gratin topped with crispy onions could challenge even the best green bean casserole at the Thanksgiving table, and definitely win.This recipe brought to you by Vermont Creamery Broccoli is that vegetable that most everyone likes, and knows ... continue reading... about Broccoli Casserole with Crispy Onions

Gnocchi With Pomodoro Sauce

This simple tomato sauce gets tons of flavor from herbs steeped in olive oil that lusciously coats potato pillows of gnocchi, topped with fresh balls of mozzarella.It's a lunch I remember with fondness, and regret.Fondness because it lit my fire for choosing gnocchi ... continue reading... about Gnocchi With Pomodoro Sauce

Easy Taco Soup (Stove Top, Crock Pot or Instant Pot)

This easy taco soup recipe can be made in 30 minutes on the stove top, Instant Pot, or slow cooked in the Crock Pot for a healthy Mexican-inspired, make-ahead, one-bowl meal.In the words of Rachel Ray, this easy taco soup eats more like a "stoup", aka stew meets soup. ... continue reading... about Easy Taco Soup (Stove Top, Crock Pot or Instant Pot)

Easy Hamburger Vegetable Soup

This simple hamburger soup is loaded with vegetables and is an incredibly easy weeknight comfort food dinner because more than likely you'll have all of the ingredients on hand and ready for soup thanks to your pantry, fridge, and/or freezer.The first time I had this ... continue reading... about Easy Hamburger Vegetable Soup

Tomato Basil Soup

Homemade with fresh tomatoes roasted in the oven, this tomato basil soup recipe adds a healthy and deliciously creamy flavor you won't find in any old can.The Best Tomato Soup Recipe If I think back to my childhood, tomato soup is at the top of the list of my all-time ... continue reading... about Tomato Basil Soup

Slow Cooker Mexican Pot Roast

Mexican spices add to the flavor of this easy Crockpot pot roast recipe that comes out tender, moist and delicious every time.Crockpot Pot Roast Recipe This post is part of my year-long partnership with Reynolds and I'm telling you now...this slow cooker pot roast recipe ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Mexican Pot Roast

Crockpot Corn Chowder

This Crockpot corn chowder recipe uses a creamy almond milk and cashew milk blend to create a healthy, veg-heavy chowder with a bacon bite.Healthier Crockpot Corn Chowder Again this year I'm happy to share that I'm partnering with Blue Diamond AlmondBreeze to share ... continue reading... about Crockpot Corn Chowder

Mexican Corn Dip (Hot or Cold!)

Whether it's served melty hot or crunchy cold, this easy Mexican corn dip made with roasted green chiles, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, and chile powder will seriously have you considering the double chip dip.This recipe is brought to you by Kettle Brand I couldn't really call ... continue reading... about Mexican Corn Dip (Hot or Cold!)

The Best Mexican Stuffed Peppers

With ground beef, cheese, and rice, think of this Mexican stuffed peppers recipe as your favorite taco in a healthy bell pepper shell, and you'll be half way to the border asking for more.Stuffed bell peppers could be the quintessential ... continue reading... about The Best Mexican Stuffed Peppers

Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken With I Heart Naptime

This super easy teriyaki chicken takes only 10 minutes to prepare and then the Crockpot does the rest of the work for a true family favorite.Easy Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken Chances are if you're a mom, you're familiar with the blog I Heart Naptime. It's a treasure trove of ... continue reading... about Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken With I Heart Naptime

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  • This Chinese Chicken Salad takes the healthier high road than the heavier versions I always see at those popular food chains that everyone loves. But this one with crunchy romaine, wontons, and an almond crunch, topped with protein-packed chicken breast, pasta noodles, and a flavor-flav sesame dressing won't weigh you down or add lbs to the numbers on the scale. And it makes an awesome meal-prepped meal to dish out all week long. Search "Chinese chicken salad" with the link in my profile for the recipe.
  • Perfectly crunchy with just the right clumps, this homemade granola has just the right amount of maple syrup sweetness to flavor a healthy combo of oats, nuts, dried cranberries, and flaky coconut for keeping those healthy eating resolutions alive and well. The recipe is from @twopeasandpod 's cookbook and like she says, is pretty much the best ever. Tap the link in my profile and search "granola" for the recipe.
  • This easy, purely plant-based Indian-inspired soup that eats like a stew is totally flavor-filled, organic, vegan, and so much more. It's a comfort food flavor bomb of lentil and butternut squash with Indian spices and healthy goodness that proves eating better for yourself is your choice, but with recipes like this, an easy one to make. Tap the link in my profile and search "lentil soup" for the recipe. ⁠
  • 2020 is delivering serious Mediterranean diet food moods with these quinoa bowls with crispy chicken + roasted veg that have staked their healthy claim on quick and easy meal-prep dinners that swap duties as take-to-work lunches too. Making it easy for keeping those healthy resolutions going is what I'm working on now. How about you? Tap the link in my profile and search "quinoa bowls" for the recipe.⁠⠀
  • This creamy BLT pasta salad is where healthy meets happy and it’s easy to eat more greens. It’s loaded with tomatoes, arugula, and avocado, plus crispy bacon that’s all topped with a super simple Ranch-style dressing made healthier with a combo of Greek yogurt and mayo. Tap the link in my bio and search “BLT pasta” for the recipe.
  • Mixing tortilla chips with super easy homemade enchilada sauce and topping it all with lacy edged sunny side ups, crunchy radishes, and creamy avocado, is one of the quickest and most satisfying breakfast + brunch recipes you’ll totally be making for a 20 minute dinner too. Search “chilaquiles” with the link in my bio.

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