And this particular salad is my new favorite combination. With my pregnancy, food combining hasn’t been a priority up to this point. Lately, I’ve found it much more important to find appealing ways to eat healthy foods consistently, rather than worry about any rules that may limit my options. I would encourage the same sort of leniency to any readers or clients who are struggling with their own healthy eating habits, or a “perfectionist” mentality....
Let’s put this all out on the table: I’m awful about eating fruits and vegetables when I’m on vacation. Quite frankly, I would rather sample the best foods from local restaurants, which usually means chicken and waffles, pizzas, donuts, or cake pops. I never miss out on an opportunity to indulge. But when I get home from my vacation, I immediately hit the reset button and stuff my face with all the vegetables under the sun....
These seemingly harmless moments of social engagement worry me because I can actually feel my ability to concentrate, of being present in the moment slipping away from me. I decided it was time for me to get away from the internet, so I called some good friends to go for a hike at Pinnacles National Park. Tucked away in Salinas Valley in Central California, Pinnacles is one of the newest parks to acquire its national park status....
Easy Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes Recipe Prepare to be swept off your feet by these Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes, a breakfast revelation that will make you weak in the knees. Imagine sinking your fork into a stack of heavenly light pancakes, each bite bursting with the vibrant flavors of zesty lemon, luscious ricotta, and juicy blueberries. It’s a symphony of textures, with the fluffiness of the pancakes harmonizing perfectly with the creamy ricotta and the delightful pops of sweetness from the blueberries....
These scones are heavenly, buttery fluffy scones. However, there’s not a lot of butter in them, but the buttermilk makes them so perfectly crumbly and light. When you make scones you want to make sure you don’t over knead the dough, all you need to do is knead it 4 or 5 times, a gentle touch is all they need. Don’t be scared of scones, making them or eating them....
Best Lemon Chiffon Cake Recipe I love lemon sweets! From Lemon Bars to Lemon Blueberry Scones, fresh lemons just have a light and refreshing flavor, which makes them a dessert ingredient star. And this lemon chiffon cake recipe is one of my favorites. It’s a light fluffy lemon cake topped with a tart lemon glaze that is bursting with flavor and it’s amazing! But I know that baking a cake from scratch may sound intimidating to some....
Why You’ll Love this Recipe It uses in-season ripe mangoes but also provides options for using canned mango puree and frozen mangoes when they’re out of season. Since it’s homemade, you can adjust the sugar content to your preference. Especially if you’re using ripe mangoes which should be naturally sweet. This recipe is a great way to use up an abundance of fresh mangoes and preserve them for a bit longer....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Everyone who tries this marinated mini bell peppers recipe, loves it! It’s incredibly tasty and gets rave reviews everywhere it goes. I hope you all love it too. It’s definitely worth discovering! Pin this Recipe to your Appetizers Board HERE Watch the Video Tutorial and Print the Recipe below. Ingredients for Marinated Mini Bell Peppers: Where to Buy Mini Sweet Peppers: Costco sells 1 1/2 lb bags of mini peppers and most grocery stores carry then in 1 to 2 lb bag sizes....
You would think that I gave up on Mexican food ages ago, but I have my high school BFF to thank for bringing me to the bRIGHT side. We frequented our neighborhood eats after school, and she suggested that we stop by our local taqueria one day. My reaction was lukewarm, to say the least. We walked into the taqueria, and I thought we stepped into a factory assembly line....
With warmer weather comes the need for refreshments! This bourbon cocktail made with fresh mint is what I’m craving today. When there’s mint to be muddled I usually go for a classic mojito, but today I decided to switch it up. I mean, I am a food blogger after all! It’s my responsibility to do this research for all you lovely readers out there. Originally created in the 18th century to soothe nausea, the mint julep has transformed into a classic cocktail enjoyed in spades at the Kentucky Derby....
The salad I could eat every day for the rest of my life, and never get sick of it. The salad I do eat most nights of the week. — The secret to this delectable dish? It satisfies all of the 6 tastes of food–> sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent and astringent. Pretty cool, huh? The 6 Tastes naturally guide us towards our body’s nutritional needs. Each taste feeds our mind, body, senses, and spirit in its own unique way....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Easy No-Knead Bread We love the aroma and taste of homemade bread, including our easy Dutch Oven Bread, classic French Bread with the best crust, and of course classic Dinner Rolls. My kitchen has served as a bread-making test lab for the past month. We’ve made this bread countless times. It rises beautifully every time and you will fall in love with the spongy soft texture....
The Perfect Rustic Loaf Of Bread The simplicity of this no knead bread is what I love the most! The ingredients for this loaf are the same as for my famous artisan bread but the way it’s made is totally different. We’re going to achieve flavor by allowing for a slow rise and a perfect crust by baking this bread in a pot with the lid on. The thought of baking bread in a cast iron pot with the lid is simply genius....
Bursting with seasonal sweet oranges and tart cranberries, these muffins are naturally sweetened and higher in protein than most bakery muffins, but they taste just as delicious. I used coconut flour to create this recipe because it’s an economical grain-free flour– just a small amount goes a long way! However, using this flour does come with its own set of challenges, such as requiring real eggs for structure and much more moisture than traditional recipes call for....
Easy Baked Shrimp I know some people want flashy recipes with homemade dough and fancy ingredients, but some (if not most) of us want simple, basic, and satisfying recipes. That’s what this blog is all about! I’m here to give you recipes ranging from extravagant, like my sunflower bread, to extremely simple, like this Oven Baked Shrimp! This has got to be the easiest way to cook shrimp! Easy Prep, Minimal Cleanup Requires Only 4 Simple Ingredients Fast – Takes Less Than 15 minutes Delicious & Juicy Shrimp Perfect For Beginners...
La crema di castagne fatta in casa è buonissima e facile da fare. Poi nella pasta aggiungiamo dei funghi saltati in padella per rendere questo piatto ancora più sfizioso. Ingredienti e sostituzioni Per la crema di castagne Castagne: puoi procurarti delle castagne crude, bollirle e sbucciarle da solo/a, oppure puoi usare delle castagne già cotte che sono disponibili in molti supermercati (di solito sono lesse o cotte al vapore).Nocciole: sono l’abbinamento perfetto per il sapore delle castagne....
Just like cooking air fryer chicken breasts, salmon seems to stay more tender on the inside when cooked in the air fryer. The machine automatically turns off when the cooking time is complete, so you won’t risk overcooking the fish if you get distracted. Cooking salmon in the air fryer is also an energy saver since you won’t have to wait for a larger oven to preheat. It’s perfect for warm summer months when you don’t want to heat your whole kitchen....
The pumpkin dinner rolls are lightly sweet and swirling with warm spices–cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. What I love most about these rolls are their texture. The crumb is light and feathery because the dough contains tangzhong, a flour and water paste/roux (I’ll explain this further below). For extra richness, I recommend brushing a layer of salted honey butter over the rolls. Serve these rolls warm with softened salted butter or salted honey butter....
Easy Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe This is the perfect spice blend for fall! I find it necessary to keep a separate jar of pumpkin pie spice in the pantry at all times, because I LOVE to bake! Requiring only a handful of spices you’ll most likely have on hand in your pantry, this blend is extremely versatile and can be used in a ton of dishes. Why Make Your Own Sought After Spice Blend Versatile Uses Simple, Pantry Staple Spices Ideal For Fall Save Money...
It’s a tasty, satisfying, and colorful recipe. It’s excellent to make ahead and bring to potlucks, barbecues, cookouts, and picnics or as a healthy lunch or quick dinner. Ingredients & Substitutions Quick Italian Dressing How to make farro salad Variations Serving Suggestions Storage Questions More Salad Recipes It’s a burst of freshness, crunch, and wholesomeness at every bite! Farro is an ancient grain; you’ll love its nutty flavor, irresistible chewy texture, and many health benefits....
