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Similar to overnight oats, chia seed pudding requires just a few simple ingredients that you can stir together quickly. There’s no cooking required, and it’s perfect for meal prep, if you want to make several jars at the same time. I’ve included 6 easy flavors below, so you can enjoy different variations throughout the week. Chocolate Chia Pudding and Pumpkin Chia Pudding are two more healthy chia pudding recipes to try, especially if you’re getting used to the flavor of chia seeds....

Homemade Chicken Pot Pie There’s a unique kind of magic that fills the kitchen when I bake this Chicken Pot Pie. The rich aroma of buttery crust and savory filling wafts through the house, drawing everyone toward the kitchen. This recipe holds a special place in our family—it’s my husband’s absolute favorite. Remo jokes that he can smell it from a mile away, and honestly, I think he’s right! This recipe is all about bringing joy to the table without the stress—something we could all use a bit more of....

Be sure to try my Chicken and Orzo recipe next! Chicken Roulade This incredible Chicken Roulade is the best way to transform chicken breast and other everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal! The stuffing options are endless, but you can’t beat melted cheddar cheese with broccoli and crispy bacon! (That was the clear winner on my Instagram poll!) Bonus: This is easy to prepare ahead of time! Scroll down for an easy visual on how to make this, and don’t miss my pro tips below!...

Chicken Thighs And Veggies In my family, we’re used to big extravagant Sunday night dinners packed with appetizers, soups, some kind of roasted meat and potatoes and of course desserts. Today’s recipe, chicken thighs with sweet potatoes, corn and kale, is one that would shine on your Sunday night dinner table, but is also simple enough to make on any weeknight. After all, simplicity is what I strive for. Ingredients Chicken – Thighs skin on bones in for tons of flavor and moisture....

Benefits of Chickpea Flour What makes chickpea flour healthy? It’s made from ground dry chickpeas, so it’s a good source of plant-based protein, while also being gluten-free. Here’s why you’ll love it: Chickpea flour appears to have less acrylamide formation when heated, compared to other several other types of flours. Acryamide is a potentially carcinogenic substance to humans. Including chickpea flour in your diet may help lower insulin levels and leave you feeling more satisfied....

We all need some more simple spice blends in our lives! I’m here to deliver the goods. Today I have a fantastic homemade chili powder featuring freshly ground ancho chiles. You can use it as a quick way to flavor up meats or veggies before popping them in the oven, or use it to deepen dry rubs, sauces, and so much more. This extra special ingredient may seem like a pain if it isn’t easily available at your local grocery store, but I promise it’s so worth the online order....

In China, this dish is often prepared with chunks of cucumber that are smashed with a meat cleaver. I decided to slice the cucumbers instead because I like eating them as delicate slivers. Many recipes I’ve seen also use Chinkiang (or Zhenjiang, 鎮江) vinegar, which you can find in Chinese supermarkets. I used rice vinegar here instead because it is much easier to source. The standard rice vinegar you find at supermarkets won’t have the same malty notes as Chinkiang vinegar, but it still works well in this recipe....

If you’ve ever wandered into a Chinese bakery, you’ve likely spotted these delicious Chinese style meat buns, also known as Char Siu Bao. They’re filled with juicy, barbecued pork and wrapped in a soft, golden bun. This is an old recipe, I shared with you back in 2012 and I just had to rewrite it with new pictures because after all this time, it’s still a favorite. Pork Loin: I chose to use pork loin but you can also use pork tenderloin or even pork shoulder....

I set out to create this recipe because my family has committed to eating at home for the next 30 days, and I knew we’d be missing Chipotle as an easy take-out option. We love their burrito bowls! I usually get the vegetarian burrito bowl with brown rice and guacamole, so I figured making that should be my top priority. I’ve already covered the guacamole recipe! How to Make Chipotle Burrito Bowls What I love about Chipotle’s black beans is that they are mildly spiced....

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe Classic Banana Bread is on the regular rotation at our house but when we’re craving chocolate, we make this Chocolate Banana Bread. It is the favorite of the children and we are quite smitten as well. Did I mention it’s EASY? It’s hard to wait for this to cool so I wait until it’s just no longer hot!...

One of the things I really love at Starbucks is their cold foam. It elevates absolutely any cold brew and I’ve been really happy with the new flavors they’ve rolled out since releasing the cold foam in 2018! As a huge sweet tooth and chocolate fan, I was particularly intrigued by the Chocolate Cream Cold Brew but every. single. time I go to the Starbucks near me, they tell me they don’t have the dang chocolate malt powder to make it....

In an effort to coax myself to waking up earlier, I decided to start prepping breakfasts the night before. Hopefully, the lure of a delicious and light breakfast will be enough motivation to wake up from my slumber. I could do pretty much anything for food. I’ve made a version of chocolate overnight oats months ago, but this time, I decided to add a bunch of summer berries to the mix....

Fresh or Pre-Cooked: Use fresh chow mein noodles for optimal texture and taste. If using dried noodles, cook them according to the package instructions before adding them to the stir-fry. Rinse and drain well to prevent sticking. Crispy vs. Soft Noodles: Traditional chow mein can be made with either crispy or soft noodles. For crispy noodles, fry the noodles in oil until golden brown before adding them to the dish. For soft noodles, simply add the cooked noodles directly to the stir-fry....

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. So many of our Christmas memories are made in the kitchen. If you love homemade holiday treats like cut-out Sugar Cookies, our Chocolate Crinkle Cookies or soft Snickerdoodle Cookies, then these Coconut Balls are sure to become a new favorite. Coconut Balls Video Tutorial: If you enjoyed this video for Holiday Coconut Balls, please (P.S. Click the bell icon to get notifications for new videos)....

And even though these cookies happen to be grain-free and naturally sweetened, there’s nothing “healthy” tasting about them. Made with almond flour and rich maple syrup, these soft and chewy cookies pack a nutty, complex flavor in each bite. Served with an ice-cold glass of almond milk, they are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters! — Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies (grain-free) Makes about 2 dozen small cookies adapted from this recipe Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups of Blanched Almond Flour (store-bought or homemade) 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons coconut oil, softened 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 1 whole egg, or flax egg 1/2 cup chocolate chips Directions: Preheat your oven to 350F....

The Best And Easiest Coffee Cake Loaf Recipe Every time I bake this Coffee Cake Loaf, the rich sweetness of brown sugar paired with aromatic cinnamon never fails to impress. Each slice has that moist, fluffy texture, complemented by layers of cinnamon sugar. Trust me, it’s the companion your morning coffee has been yearning for. Cinnamon Sugar – Brown sugar and cinnamon to layer throughout the coffee cake. Sugar – I love using just granulated sugar because it’s easier to find, plus it’s what most of us have in our pantry....

Be sure to try my Copycat Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole recipe next! IHOP’s classic buttermilk pancakes everything that you want a pancake to be. Light and fluffy, golden on the outside, a little sweet, and easy to make. That’s the whole package right there. Buttermilk Substitutes To create a substitute for buttermilk, you’ll need milk and any one of the following: Sour Cream, Plain Yogurt, White Vinegar, or Lemon Juice....

Sometimes I can’t help but crave a fun and bright cocktail just like this fantastic cosmopolitan. Whether I’m having a dinner party with some friends, looking for a celebratory post-work treat, or even just doing the laundry. Hey, we all deserve to spoil ourselves sometimes! If you’re looking for a drink you can throw together with no fuss, this is the recipe for you. While at first glance the cosmopolitan cocktail may look like a feat of mixologist expertise, it couldn’t be any easier to make....

The result is a delicious summer salad with a cooling crunch and luscious creaminess. You can make it ahead and serve it as a main or side dish for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. Ingredients & Substitutions Macaroni salad dressing How to make macaroni salad Serving suggestions Questions Tips Storage More pasta salads More creamy recipes This recipe is an American classic born from the intersection of two cuisines: Italian cuisine, where immigrants brought over macaroni to the US....

The Best Creamy Ranch Pork Chops Let’s talk about these Creamy Ranch Pork Chops, folks. First off, they’re super tender, seasoned just right to bring out that mouthwatering pork flavor. Then, there’s the ranch sauce – oh, it’s creamy, rich, and ties everything together perfectly. It’s a straightforward recipe, but the flavors? They’re anything but ordinary. Trust me, one bite and you’ll know why this dish is a crowd-pleaser! Pork Chops (Bone-in): You’ll want some nice thick pork chops, about 1 inch in thickness....