In this blog post, we’ll show you how to make vegan pesto in just 10 minutes with simple ingredients. Whether you use it as a pasta sauce, a dip, or a spread, vegan pesto will make your taste buds happy and your body healthy! Ingredients Instructions Serving suggestions Variations Tips Questions Make Ahead & Storage More Sauce Recipes For more condiment ideas, check out our dressing and sauces category page....
Eggnog Cheesecake Recipe In my house, this eggnog cheesecake has become a family tradition. It boasts a smooth, velvety texture infused with the classic taste of rich eggnog with the perfect touch of aromatic vanilla and warm spice. You can serve this showstopper on a cozy winter evening, during a holiday celebration, or even give it as a gift. Graham Crumbs: Form the base of the cheesecake crust. Unsalted Butter: Adds buttery richness and helps bind the crust....
So I picked up Marie Kondo’s, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, after hearing about her miracles with decluttering even the messiest abodes. I don’t consider myself messy, but I own too many things, and they sure get in the way of my creative vibes. I’m only a third of the way through Kondo’s book, and I can already picture myself walking around the house, discarding things don’t “spark joy” (<— that’s the KonMari standard)....
Fast And Easy No Knead Bread Recipe I’m excited to share a fantastic no-knead bread recipe that’s both easy, fast and delicious. This foolproof bread making method will have you enjoying a beautiful loaf of homemade bread without any complicated steps or techniques. The original No Knead Bread uses active dry yeast and takes about 12 to 18 hours for the dough to rise, while this dough takes a lot less time because I’m using instant yeast....
Are Wraps Healthier Than Bread? Wraps aren’t always healthier than bread, but sometimes it’s just more fun to roll-up your ingredients. If you need a gluten-free wrap option, these are some of my favorites: Food For Life Brown Rice Tortillas Siete Cassava or Almond Flour Tortillas (these are small, so you might want to fill 2) If you don’t need a gluten-free wrap, look for one made with whole wheat....
Pancit has become a go-to meal in my house, and I think you’ll enjoy it just as much. It’s straightforward to make and packed with flavors that are both comforting and exciting. You’ll soak the rice noodles while you prep the vegetables and chicken, making the most of your time in the kitchen. What I love most is how it all comes together in one pan. You’ll sauté the onions and garlic, toss in the veggies and chicken, and then mix in the noodles with that savory sauce....
You’re going to want to use some pretty fatty bacon. Mine had about a 60-40 fat-to-meat ratio. This way, you’ll actually have enough fat for roasting potatoes. It’s the weekend. We’re allowed to let loose and cook our potatoes in bacon fat if we want to. Speaking of frying bacon, did you catch this study several months ago on why bacon smells so good? As it turns out, there are about 150 organic compounds that are activated when that fat hits the hot pan....
You’ll love vegan brioche because it’s light, airy, aromatic, and delicious. The whole family will enjoy this. Ingredients & Substitutions Find the complete recipe with ingredients and instructions in the recipe box at the bottom of the page. Try dipping it in a latte or cappuccino, or slice it and have it with jam or chocolate hazelnut spread. Is delicious! This recipe is Italian-inspired; the egg-free brioche has a tender crumb, it’s sweet and aromatic, and is made with simple ingredients....
We love warm, comforting soup recipes from Tomato Soup to hearty Beef Stew and our famous Zuppa Toscana. If you are a soup lover, this French Onion Soup is a must-try! This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. The Best French Onion Soup Recipe I’m convinced this truly is the best recipe for homemade French Onion Soup. We have been perfecting this recipe for years (I am a major fan)....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. We love how versatile potato salad can be, whether it’s a Classic Potato Salad, a warm and comforting Smashed Potato Salad, or the flavorful Eastern European version, Olivye. If you are a fan of Potato Salad, this hot German Potato Salad is an absolute must-try! Authentic German Potato Salad Growing up in a Ukrainian family, potatoes were a staple in our kitchen, from Pierogi to loaded soups such as Borscht or Sauerkraut Soup....
Serve this with my cheesy scalloped potatoes, twice baked potato casserole, or corn casserole! Glazed Ham If you’re wondering why you would go through the trouble of making glazed ham from scratch instead of using the packet of glaze that typically comes with the ham, you’ll figure that out quickly when you taste the difference! You’ll never go back to using a packet. It doesn’t even come close to this recipe....
One Skillet Greek Chicken Thighs You’re not going to believe the flavors we’ve crammed into this single skillet. Think about it: crispy-skinned chicken thighs perfumed by garlic, fresh thyme, and the kind of lemony tang that makes your tastebuds do a little dance. And let me tell you, the kalamata olives are the secret weapon here, bursting with that characteristic briny richness. This is Greek comfort food at its best, and you, my friend, are about to become a kitchen rockstar!...
Easy Hawaiian Cola Turkey Sandwiches Recipe I thought I’d throw in one more turkey recipe because why not? Turkey can be enjoyed year round – not just during the holidays! But this time I wanted to do something different, so here we go. Marinated turkey breast with coca cola, soy sauce, olive oil and lots of garlic. After a couple hours the turkey is grilled to perfection, then served on hot dog buns with lettuce, pineapple and my yummy sweet chili and mayo sauce....
This recipe comes from The Fresh & Healthy Instant Pot Cookbook, which is out in stores today. If you love photos in cookbooks, get excited!! There is a photo for EVERY recipe in this book, as well as nutrition information and tons of tested substitutions for any dietary needs you might have. (There’s even a whole substitution section in the front of the book so you can feel confident making your own modifications, too....
Be sure to use this in my One Pot Chicken Caesar Pasta and my Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad recipes! Homemade Caesar Dressing My favorite part about this Homemade Caesar Dressing recipe is that it has no mayo. I’m always leery about ordering Caesar salads at a restaurant if I haven’t tried the dressing before. Sometimes I swear they give me a ramekin of straight mayo. Which is why I love making this recipe from scratch....
I learned how to make homemade pasta from a chef in a pasta-making class. Watch the video tutorial to learn the chef’s secrets to making the best pasta dough. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Why You should Make Your Own Pasta This homemade pasta recipe comes from the same classes where my son and I learned how to make the famous Caesar Salad recipe. We discovered that homemade pasta dough is also easier to make than you think, plus the pasta maker does most of the work....
Here are two methods for freezing homemade pizza dough whether you want to use freezer-safe zip containers or Tupperware. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Pizza dough can be frozen in any quantity, whether it’s a full-size pizza or smaller single pizzas. You can store the dough in the freezer for 3-4 months and just thaw overnight before using it. Important: The dough needs to be done with the rising/fermentation process or at the point when the dough is ready to use....
COOKING NOTES FOR BAKED TORTILLA CHIPS WHEN ARE THE CHIPS DONE? I like my chips on the crispier side, so I left the chips in the oven until the edges were golden brown before pulling them out, about 11 to 12 minutes. Do note that the chips cook faster if you are reusing a baking sheet that’s already been heated. For example, if you have already baked one or two batches of chips in the oven already, the third batch shouldn’t need as much oven time....
This type of milk has been made popular by Milkadamia, which is my husband’s favorite store-bought brand. Just like the store-bought version, this homemade milk is dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan. If you already make your own almond milk or hemp milk, this will be a breeze! Benefits of Macadamia Nuts Is macadamia milk good for you? Here’s why you might want to give it a try. Macadamia nuts are a rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA), which may help to lower LDL cholesterol levels, a risk factor for cardiovascular disease....
10 Things You Should Know Before Using Your Instant Pot If you’re a visual learner, here’s a quick 3-minute video sharing everything you need to know. I hope it’s helpful to see these tips in action! 1. Always Check the Sealing Ring The lid of your Instant Pot has a silicone sealing ring inside, and this is responsible for sealing the lid and locking-in the steam pressure. This silicone ring should be properly seated along the metal ring that is in the lid, but because it’s exposed to heat during the cooking cycle it can sometimes move out of place or get stuck....
