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I tried roasted delicata squash for the first time three years ago with this Roasted Vegetable Orzo Recipe at 101 Cookbooks. Delicata squash quickly became a favorite in my kitchen. Why? One of my favorite ways to eat delicata squash is to roast it and toss it in a salad or with some whole grains. This time, I mixed in some farro and a carrot top pesto. Carrot tops? No, not Carrot Top, but those greens that are attached to the top of carrots....

If you’ve ever tried Chocolate Avocado Pudding or a Chocolate Avocado Smoothie, you know that avocado can be added to a dessert without being detected. Chocolate is an excellent way to mask the flavor! If you’ve ever wondered if avocado can be used in baking, this avocado brownie recipe uses avocado as a substitute for oil or butter. While the flavor isn’t too noticeable, I do recommend that you are an avocado fan if you plan on trying this....

We’ll show you how to make the most delicious gnocchi recipe with a few simple good-quality ingredients. Gnocchi alla Sorrentina means Sorrento style gnocchi in Italian. Sorrento is a city in the Campania region, not far from Naples. The region is famous for its beautiful coastal landscape and, of course, its delicious food, including the world-famous pizza Margherita.And like a good pizza, gnocchi alla sorrentina are seasoned with the same simple but high-quality ingredients....

Greek Rice I love easy sides like this tasty Greek rice that’s lemon flavored and loaded with lots of fresh herbs like parsley and fresh dill. It’s so delicious you’ll want to eat it on its own. No more boring plain rice, this rice pilaf will transform a simple side into the star of the show. This is such a great side dish because it pairs beautifully with so many dishes like my Chicken Souvlaki, Chicken Gyros or my Greek Meatballs, just to name a few....

I could eat this salad as a stand-alone meal paired with some fluffy and crisp Focaccia Bread. Sometimes we add gyro meat or grilled chicken if serving it as a dinner salad. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. One of my readers, Ella Z. shared this recipe with us years ago and I’m so glad she did. Here is her story of how this Greek Salad was born is: “The person that taught us this recipe was here on a visit from Israel, we kept cooking different kinds of dishes and he said “please stop cooking for me and take me to the market” lol He bought all these ingredients and made this salad and we have never been the same since!...

The traditional French dish of sautéed green beans with almonds sounds fancy, but it’s so easy and tastes amazing as a side dish on any weeknight, but also impresses on a holiday menu. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. We love green beans around here, from Green Bean Casserole (from Scratch!) to Cranberry Green Beans, and they are perfect in Vegetable Soup. It’s such a versatile veggie....

Be sure to serve this with a side of my crusty No Knead Bread to help sop up that delicious sauce! Greens and Beans There’s something so satisfying about a side of protein-packed beans with a hearty mix of greens. The garlicky, brothy, well-seasoned sauce has a combination of flavors that are well rounded and complete, it’s truly hard to put your fork down! It’s easy to transform this into a meal instead of a side dish as well, especially if you add some chicken or sausage to the mix, which is easily done....

Serve these with my Baked Chili Cheese Dogs and be sure to try my Homemade French Fry recipe next! There are few things better than extra crispy potatoes, hot off the grill. (I personally love to dip mine in ketchup, you?!) You only need a few ingredients and these can easily cook alongside steak, chicken or a juicy burger. Ingredients Red potatoes Olive oil– Only use enough to lightly coat the potatoes, too much oil can prevent them from getting nice and crispy....

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. I’m floored and humbled when I think about our Baked salmon recipe being one of the most popular salmon recipes in the WORLD. Wowzers!! Thank YOU so much for sharing it and for all the amazing reviews! The marinade for these salmon skewers is the same recipe that we used on our Baked Salmon with garlic and dijon. I was craving salmon the other day and wanting to fire up the grill so these grilled salmon skewers were born....

In need of recipes for leftover ham? Try these next! Split Pea Soup | Ham and Bean Soup | Ham Casserole with Broccoli and Rice| Scalloped Potatoes and Ham When it comes to versatile recipes, quiche is pretty much at the top of the list. You can make it ahead of time, you can freeze it, and you can pretty much toss in whatever you have in the fridge. The list of cheeses, meats, and veggies that you can add is endless....

From breakfast to dinner and everything in between, find unexpected pairings and bold flavor combinations that elevate hummus from a simple dip to a star ingredient.Roll up your sleeves, gather your favorite ingredients, and embark on a journey filled with delicious twists on the classic hummus experience. What is Hummus? Hummus offers a creamy texture and rich, nutty flavor and has become a global sensation, transcending its origins in the Middle East....

It’s a nutritious and delicious recipe you can enjoy with tortilla chips, on salads, grain bowls, wraps, or as a spread on toast and sandwiches. Here, we show you how to make our best homemade guac with simple everyday ingredients. The name comes from the Aztec language “āhuacamōlli,“ which means ‘avocado sauce,’ from āhuacatl ‘avocado’ and mōlli ‘sauce.’ Guacamole is traditionally done in a molcajete, the Mexican equivalent of a mortar and pestle, but here we’ll show you how to make it with a fork in a bowl....

The best egg tarts I’ve had so far are from Golden Gate Bakery in Chinatown San Francisco. There’s always a line outside the tiny shop, and this bakery does so well that they shut down the shop for vacation whenever they want to. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve stopped by the bakery to satiate my egg custard needs, only to find an “on vacation” sign taped to their door....

How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds I’ll admit, roasted pumpkin seeds wasn’t a recipe that I was planning on posting this year. But after reading (and trying) several different methods for roasting pumpkin seeds, I felt the need to set the record straight on some misinformation that’s out there. We only get to enjoy these once a year after all, so we might as well get it right! Remove the Pulp and Rinse Use your hands to separate the seeds from the pumpkin pulp....

Quando andiamo di corsa e sorge l’eterna domanda: “cosa faccio per cena?”, noi apriamo subito questa pagina delle nostre cene preferite.È una lista con i nostri piatti preferiti che aggiorniamo in continuazione quindi salvala nei preferiti. Qui troverai cene sane, veloci e soprattutto gustosissime.Quindi, se sei a corto di idee e non sai cosa cucinare per cena, tri trovi nel posto giusto.Spero che troverai ispirazione e forse la tua prossima cena preferita è proprio in questa lista....

Desi Nachos Chaat is a fusion appetizer that combines the chips and toppings from Mexican nachos with the vibrance and flavors of Indian chaat. It starts with a base of crispy corn tortilla chips, similar to traditional nachos, which are then layered with a variety of flavorful toppings inspired by Indian street food. Growing up, one of my favorite snacks my mom would give me was salty chips tossed with her freshly made cilantro-mint chutney....

If you haven’t had a tea sandwich before, I’m shedding a single tear for you. We’re about to change that with these refreshing, bite-sized tea sandwiches that use spices, paneer, and chutneys to make three varieties that will spice up your next Indian afternoon tea session. Pair them with a cup of Masala Chai and you have a lovely afternoon on your hands. 🍞 What is a Tea Sandwich? Also known as lil’ finger sandwiches, tea sandwiches are bite size sandwiches that are usually consumed in the afternoon with some ~ afternoon tea ~ (surprise surprise!...

I love Indian food! I have been to many Indian restaurants in my day and had some amazing Indian food. Not often do I attempt to make it at home, though I have done it before. But as much as I would like to take credit for making this salmon curry dish, I must give credit where credit is due. To my huge surprise when I came home from work I found my husband making this flavorful dish....

How Do You Steam Butternut Squash in the Instant Pot? The Instant Pot cooks with steam pressure, so you’ll need to start by pouring a cup of water into the bottom of the stainless steel pot. The water will heat up during the cooking cycle, to create the steam pressure that seals the pot. Place a trivet or steamer basket in the bottom of the pot, to help keep the squash lifted out of the water....

A Fool-Proof Formula for Baked Sweet Potatoes Again, the timings above are very general, so your potatoes might need another minute or two if you open the lid and find they are still a bit firm in the center. If you prefer to have an exact timing formula, I’ve found that you can multiply the weight of the potato (in ounces) by 2.5 minutes to get a more exact time....