This extra easy, ultra creamy, super cheesy homemade mac and cheese is made on the stovetop in two simple steps and takes less than 15 minutes to make. This recipe is brought to you by Kroger We are major mac and cheese aficionados. Like every kid, it was a favorite lunch ... continue reading... about Easy Homemade Mac and Cheese (Stovetop)
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Pasta Puttanesca
Pasta puttanesca takes a few basic pantry staples—canned tomatoes, olives, garlic, anchovies, and capers—that's ready in minutes to become a light but lush sauce served over pasta. This pasta puttanesca recipe could be the ultimate pantry pasta. It may have double the ... continue reading... about Pasta Puttanesca
Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
These light and juicy turkey burgers are going Greek, with the addition of sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, feta cheese, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce, for a healthy lunch or dinner. This post is brought to you by Kroger Greek Turkey Burgers I'm all about making easy ... continue reading... about Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
5-Ingredient Cacio e Pepe
With only 5 ingredients, this cacio e pepe recipe is the Italian version of mac and cheese, and the ultimate easy pantry staple answer to, "What do we have to eat?" My husband is a black pepper fan. Make that a fiend. He adds it generously and freshly ground to everything ... continue reading... about 5-Ingredient Cacio e Pepe
The BEST Tuna Noodle Casserole from Scratch
Home cooked comfort is what the best classic tuna noodle casserole is all about, and this one tastes even better thanks to pantry staples and a super simple from scratch sauce. My mom has given up cooking and I can appreciate why. Being retired and with nobody at home but ... continue reading... about The BEST Tuna Noodle Casserole from Scratch
Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Zucchini Noodles
Healthy spiralized zucchini, whole wheat linguine pasta, and garlicky shrimp scampi make a perfect weeknight dinner that's easy to twirl your fork to. This recipe is brought to you by DeLallo Foods Noodles vs. zoodles. For me it isn't an issue of either/or, but rather, ... continue reading... about Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Zucchini Noodles
How to Make Buddha Bowls (With Turkey Meatballs or Crispy Tofu)
These easy-to-make quinoa buddha bowls are loaded with a rainbow of veggies layered with make ahead/leftover proteins and straight from the pantry quinoa. I love it when I hear from readers that I'm doing my job. Right after I posted the recipe for baked turkey meatballs ... continue reading... about How to Make Buddha Bowls (With Turkey Meatballs or Crispy Tofu)
How to Cook the Best Crispy Tofu
Baked or fried, this is how to cook tofu so it's crispy on the outside, pillowy on the inside, and perfect for stir frys, salad, soups, rice bowls, and more. Bake or Fry: How to Cook Tofu I think of tofu as the vegetarian doppelganger to chicken: Flavor neutral and happily ... continue reading... about How to Cook the Best Crispy Tofu
Thai Turkey Meatballs In Coconut Red Curry Sauce
Tasty nuggets of joy aka baked turkey meatballs get a Thai twist with the addition of ginger, garlic, and red curry paste to keep them light, fluffy and moist when they're dunked in a Thai coconut milk sauced easy dinner. Baked Turkey Meatballs In Thai Coconut Curry ... continue reading... about Thai Turkey Meatballs In Coconut Red Curry Sauce
Baked Thai Turkey Meatballs
These easy, healthy, baked turkey meatballs get a Thai twist with the addition of red curry paste and ginger for a tender and moist homemade Asian meatball. Meatballs aren't the sexiest recipe out there but they might just be one of the most adaptable. Just like skewers ... continue reading... about Baked Thai Turkey Meatballs
35 Best Pasta Recipes to Make Now
From quick and easy pasta recipes with a basic pantry ingredients to Italian pastas that stick to tradition, this is the list of 35 pastas to make now. I may as well title this post What Should I Cook for Dinner Tonight, because guess what? The answer is this list of the ... continue reading... about 35 Best Pasta Recipes to Make Now
Sausage and Gnocchi Soup
This sausage and gnocchi soup serves many purposes that apply right now—it's easy, calls for pantry staples, and who doesn't love Italian?—but it's so good it's sure to become a favorite you'll be making for years to come. Pantry staple recipes are having a renaissance and ... continue reading... about Sausage and Gnocchi Soup
The BEST Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe With Ground Beef
Classic stuffed peppers with rice, ground beef, and a healthy rainbow of sweet red, yellow and orange bell peppers makes the best easy dinner idea any night of the week. Ever since I was a starry eyed pre-teen, I've been a fan of drawing rainbows. Now I eat them. But as ... continue reading... about The BEST Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe With Ground Beef
Immune Booster Sweet Green Smoothie
This healthy and creamy immune-boosting green smoothie made with almond milk is naturally sweetened with frozen fruit and packed with vitamins and antioxidants to help keep colds at bay. Actually Delicious Green Smoothie I’m happy to share that I’m partnering with Blue ... continue reading... about Immune Booster Sweet Green Smoothie
20 Recipes You Can Make with a Can of Beans
Canned beans are one of those pantry staples we always have on hand. They're cheap, easy, fuss-free, and filling, and their versatility makes them an awesome standby for tacos, salads, soups, enchiladas, and more. To get more meal prep inspiration from your pantry, check out this ... continue reading... about 20 Recipes You Can Make with a Can of Beans
Teriyaki Tofu and Broccoli Stir Fry
Because it's healthier for me and my family, I've been working hard on subbing in more plant-based protein meals like this quick teriyaki tofu and broccoli stir fry into our dinner routine. Bring on the green! This recipe is brought to you by Kroger. Eating more ... continue reading... about Teriyaki Tofu and Broccoli Stir Fry
Poached Salmon With Mustard Dill Sauce
While poached salmon may seem complicated to some home cooks, poaching is one of the simplest ways to cook this popular fish once you know the poaching secrets, and it's even better topped with this deliciously easy mustard dill sauce that's ready to serve in under 30 ... continue reading... about Poached Salmon With Mustard Dill Sauce
How to Make a Blended Iced Mocha
This decadent homemade blended iced mocha is made lighter with almond milk, and is so easy to make once you get the ratio right. Here's how. Easiest Iced Mocha This year I’m partnering with Blue Diamond Almond Breeze to share healthful recipes made with almond milk, like ... continue reading... about How to Make a Blended Iced Mocha
One-Pot Skinny Pasta Primavera
Almond milk replaces cream and butter in this easy and healthy, spring-inspired version of the classic Italian pasta primavera, that's loaded with fresh veggies and herbs. Skinny Pasta Primavera This year I’m partnering with Almond Breeze to create and share recipes using ... continue reading... about One-Pot Skinny Pasta Primavera
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Stuffed Avocados
This easy Mediterranean chickpea salad with fresh herbs and a garlicky lemon dressing gets spooned into creamy avocado halves for a protein-packed, vegetarian meal in one. While we're all fans of pinning, liking, and bookmarking new recipes, most of the time we're making ... continue reading... about Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Stuffed Avocados
Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad
Quick and easy to make for lunch or even a light dinner, this healthy Tuscan salad puts high protein front and center with chunks of albacore tuna and white beans tossed with arugula and more Mediterranean flavors. Tuscan White Bean Salad It's not every day that a salad ... continue reading... about Tuscan Tuna and White Bean Salad
How to Make a Healthy Tzatziki Sauce and Dip
This easy to make 5-ingredient Greek yogurt tzatziki sauce recipe is not only great with grilled meats, fish and gyro sandwiches, but makes a terrific, healthy dip for vegetables of every color. This post is in partnership with Oikos Greek Nonfat Yogurt, who has compensated me ... continue reading... about How to Make a Healthy Tzatziki Sauce and Dip
The Best Steak Marinade in 30 Minutes
This easy Asian master sauce steak marinade is the key to tenderizing and adding loads of flavor to create a steak that takes only 30 minutes up to overnight to marinate, making it a favorite for fast weeknight dinners. The Best Way to Marinate Steak Steak dinners come in ... continue reading... about The Best Steak Marinade in 30 Minutes
Easy Chicken Marsala
Golden brown chicken breasts with mushrooms and shallots in a lush, sweet and savory Marsala wine sauce makes THE BEST easy, 30-minute classic chicken skillet dinner. Head to your favorite Italian restaurant and you'll likely find chicken Marsala on the menu, nestled ... continue reading... about Easy Chicken Marsala
Asparagus and Mushroom Frittata with Goat Cheese
Frittata egg breakfasts are usually a meal to share, but this two-egg, single-serving recipe packed with fresh asparagus, mushrooms, green onion and a sprinkling of goat cheese is the perfect way to enjoy a quick and healthy breakfast idea for one. Easy Breakfast ... continue reading... about Asparagus and Mushroom Frittata with Goat Cheese
Outrageous Herbacious Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
This easy Mediterranean chickpea salad is infused with flavor thanks to a heaping helping of fresh herbs with a garlicky lemon dressing that ups the crunch from red bell pepper, celery and red onion for a simple side dish or topping for greens. Accidentally Vegan Chickpea ... continue reading... about Outrageous Herbacious Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage (or Instant Pot!)
You can cook it fast or cook it slow, but either way this corned beef and cabbage creates tender, fall-apart chunks of beef thanks to braising it in the Crock Pot or Instant Pot with beer and vegetables for an unbelievably easy and delicious one-pot dinner. Instant Pot or ... continue reading... about Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage (or Instant Pot!)
Easy Coleslaw Dressing
This easy homemade coleslaw dressing gives the crunchy classic cabbage salad a tangy bite with creamy mayonnaise and cider vinegar's zing. The BEST Coleslaw Dressing Backyard barbecue and summer potlucks wouldn't be the same without a classic coleslaw salad on the table. ... continue reading... about Easy Coleslaw Dressing
How to Make Homemade Croutons
Nobody's going to give you the side-eye if you buy a bag from the grocery store, but homemade croutons are so quick and easy to make, they're totally worth making from scratch instead. Easiest Salad Croutons Homemade garlic croutons. They're the crunchy toppers I crave for ... continue reading... about How to Make Homemade Croutons
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic
This sautéed spinach recipe with sweet, caramelized slivers of garlic takes just 10 minutes to cook for a healthy side dish that goes with any meal. Healthy Spinach Side Dish Who else is joining me on the eat-more-plants train? And doing it the super easy way? I see you! ... continue reading... about Sautéed Spinach with Garlic
