We’ll show you seven delicious toppings with a pleasant Mediterranean flavor, so you have plenty of ideas to choose from. Eggplant bruschetta is a popular way of eating eggplant in Italy, especially during the summer and early autumn, when there are plenty of eggplants around.Bruschetta is mainly served as an appetizer, but many people also eat it for dinner, topped with different vegetables and leftovers from their lunch, served with a salad on the side....
What Is “Salata De Vinete”? I’m really happy to share this recipe with you today because it’s one I grew up with! It’s my mom’s recipe and we’ve been making this for as long as I can remember. I mentioned before, I’m not crazy about eggplants, but this dish is one of my favorites, honestly. “Salata de vinete” simply means eggplant salad, though it really isn’t a salad and more of a dip or spread....
Why You’ll Love It Elderberries have been long used in folk medicine to potentially help with inflammation, headaches, and cold symptoms, but these immune-boosting berries must be cooked before they are consumed. Boiling the elderberries to make an herbal tea is a great way to do that! Potential Health Benefits of Elderberries Black elderberries have been shown to reduce the symptoms and length of influenza when taken at the first sign of illness....
It wasn’t until I started shopping at farmers markets that I realized how fava bean pods actually look like. They look like giant sugar snap peas, but when you cut them open, you’ll notice that the pods have a furry lining. I’ll be honest, cooking fava beans requires effort. After you shuck the beans from the pods, you need to peel each bean to get rid of the waxy outer skin....
Serve this with my steak rub recipe, mashed potatoes, roasted green beans, and my 10-minute brown gravy recipe! There are few indulgences that I love as much as deliciously seasoned and perfectly cooked Filet Mignon. This recipe shows you how to grill filet mignon or pan sear and oven bake it for restaurant-quality results! BONUS: Check out my steak rub recipe and see the recipe card below this post for a delicious Parmesan Crusted topping that you can add to your steak!...
Whenever I need a quick pre-workout snack, I always reach for the banana. Then, the peanut butter jar. I try not to get overboard with dipping into the peanut butter jar too much. But those urges are difficult to fight off sometimes! I love eating this snack before my intense workouts because it can keep me full for hours. Yet I was quite surprised to learn that one celebrity trainer has sworn off bananas on the basis that they’re dense, contain little fiber, and won’t keep you full....
My son does this hilarious thing where he pretends to fall over and pass out after tasting something that is just way too good for words. These pancakes passed his test and the kids went back for seconds. We love pancakes in our house and recipes like Dutch Baby Pancakes, Crepes, and Pumpkin Pancakes are on the regular rotation. Pancakes are such a treat for breakfast, especially on weekends when we slow down and really savor the first meal of the day as a family....
We love homemade bread recipes like Soft Dinner Rolls, Biscuits, and Banana Bread, because there’s nothing like the aroma of freshly baked bread and Focaccia is about to become your new favorite. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Focaccia Bread Video Tutorial There’s nothing like freshly baked Focaccia bread. This one was inspired by our favorite Chicken Bacon Avocado Sandwich on Focaccia. See how simple it is to make this easy focaccia recipe....
Our family loves Fruit Custard served chilled on a warm summer day as a sweet option that’s similar to Fruit Chaat. The balance of creaminess and sweetness made it a hit for backyard gatherings with our family friends during the summertime in Arizona. Other Indian summer desserts include Ras Malai, Rice Kheer, and plain Milk Barfi. Custard with fruit salad is a delicious combination of smooth, creamy custard and fresh, in-season fruits....
Yes, I know I’m a little late to the party. But, to be honest, I still kinda wish that I didn’t know about Pinterest… because it makes me want to buy things I shouldn’t, and it makes me want to bake ridiculous recipes. Like this one. Homemade Samoas Bars! Inspired by the Girl Scout cookie, also known as Caramel Delights. This recipe is WAY more complicated than most of things I make....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This grilled maple salmon recipe is a KEEPER! One of my readers, Marina, shared the concept for this soy-maple glaze with us, saying “it is by far the best salmon recipe I’ve ever had.” Naturally, I was curious and after looking at the ingredients (you really can’t go wrong with this list!), I was off to the grocery store to re-create....
Halloween Candy Brownies Halloween is about a week away and I just have to give you one more Halloween recipe and that is these awesome brownies. From the outside they may look like just ordinary brownies, but trust me they are anything but ordinary inside, because at the bottom they are loaded with candy. Which is why these are perfect not only for Halloween, but right after Halloween, to use up all that leftover candy....
But, when I was by myself, I would gorge on junk food until I felt sick. It was a heavy secret to keep, affecting not only my weight and overall health but also my social life and relationships. (Some nights I would rather stay home and secretly eat than hang out with my family or friends.) Today I want to share some of the steps I took to finally stop binge eating, in the hopes that it might help someone else out there who might be struggling, too....
The very first chili oil recipe that I shared in 2018 simply involved pouring hot oil over chili flakes alone. I thought that version lacked flavor, so I started developing a different version. I experimented with recipes where I simmered oil with whole spices (such as cinnamon and star anise) on low heat before pouring over the pepper flakes. While this method imparts a subtle flavor to the oil, it took a long time to prepare....
It seems wasteful to turn on the oven just to roast a few bulbs of garlic, so I always roast them alongside something else. For example, if I’m roasting potatoes, I’ll roast garlic on a separate rack. Roasted garlic usually keeps in the refrigerator for a little while, so I usually roast 3 or 4 bulbs at a time. I love adding them to my dips, sauces or spreading them on my lunch wraps....
Plus, I share my grandmother’s amazing recipe for potato seasoning! Try serving this my Pioneer Woman Meatloaf recipe or with a Perfectly Seasoned Steak! Instant Pot Roasted Potatoes Guy, I’m gonna tell you a secret. The Instant Pot recipe book got this one wrong. (Gasp!) I don’t think anyone loves roasted potatoes as much as I do, so it was completely necessary to go against the grain and make one crucial change to their recipe....
The Best Israeli Salad Oh my! I have 5 words for you, my webbie friends. This salad is a must! This salad was gone just about as soon as I put it on the table. I could just cry, it’s so good. I probably mentioned this before but hubs is a salad connoisseur, a salad aficionado. I know, strange for a man, but my man is no ordinary man. Remember my man mostly loves sandwiches and hates pasta....
Italian Meatball Soup Recipe For me, soup season is year round, though living in Alberta where it’s winter 9 months out of the year, you can see why this is true. But soups for me are comfort food and this recipe is the best kind of simple, delicious, comfort food that the whole family will enjoy. It’s great for those busy weeknights when you need something on the table within a reasonable amount of time and it also works for a casual dinner option with friends....
Kale is not always the most popular leafy green because it has a slightly bitter flavor and tough texture. However, when you remove the tough stems and toss the leaves with a quick lemon dressing, this kale salad recipe has a flavor similar to Greek salad. Feel free to add some sliced olives if you enjoy them! Make this ahead of time for an easy meal prep idea (hello, easy lunch), or serve it as a side dish....
Lemon Chicken Rice Bake At my house, the Lemon Chicken Rice Bake isn’t just another dish; it’s a treasured tradition that never fails to bring us together around the dinner table. The rich aromas of oregano and garlic, combined with the zesty punch of lemon, envelop the home, signaling a comforting meal ahead. After a chaotic day, there’s nothing more reassuring than diving into this one-pan wonder, where tender chicken melds seamlessly with flavorful rice....
