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Side Dishes

Green Beans Almondine

Nutty, buttery, and bright, this perfectly seasoned dish can be partially prepped in advance. Easy enough for a weeknight dinner but 100% worthy of a holiday meal. Truly so much more than the sum of its parts!    Somehow, I managed to graduate college before ever tasting the traditional green bean casserole. The classic holiday…

Breads and Baked Goods, Breakfast, Snacks

Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal Muffins

The classic flavor of banana bread meets wholesome baked oatmeal in these personal-size muffins that are ideal for busy mornings. There’s an option for added protein, and the muffins freeze well too! I’ve been sitting on this recipe for years, regularly whipping up a batch for grab-and-go breakfasts and hearty snacks whenever a couple of…

Main Dishes

Pan Seared Halibut

A simple spice rub and a quick sear turn wholesome fish into a family favorite meal. Enjoy with a squeeze of lemon or sauce of choice!   Fish ordered at a restaurant often seems so gourmet and special, something that would be difficult to replicate at home. But you can, and with minimal effort. What’s…

Condiments, Salsas, Sauces

Italian Salsa Verde

Vibrantly green and bursting with flavor, this classic sauce can be spooned over beef, chicken, fish, eggs, roasted vegetables, and rice – or use as a dip for crusty bread.    How many times do you buy a bunch of herbs, only to use a handful of the sprigs while the rest slowly wilt in…

Cookies, Desserts

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

If you don’t have a pumpkin cookie recipe (or even if you do!) this one will be the new standard in your household. Lightly spiced, chocolatey, and chock full of pumpkin and oats, this cookie hits all the right notes. And the best part is that it doesn’t have to be perfect to taste great!…

Appetizers, Side Dishes, Snacks

Easiest Steamed Edamame

The flavor-packed pop of perfectly cooked edamame is easy to achieve with a simple technique – in about 5 minutes. A crowd-pleasing appetizer, for sure, but the quick prep makes them a convenient side dish and snack as well.    A bag or two of edamame is a freezer standby in our house. Often enjoyed…

Salads, Side Dishes

Cumin Lime Coleslaw

Thanks to its crisp texture, vibrant flavor and impressive versatility, this super simple side dish might just become a new favorite way to eat your veggies. Three cheers for Cumin Lime Coleslaw!   When I ask my family what they’d like for dinner, the answer may be pulled pork, spicy shrimp, or mac and cheese,…

Burgers

Turkey or Beef Smash Burgers

The signature crust and juicy interior of the classic smash burger are within easy reach thanks to a few simple tips. (It’s basic science for those who are interested.) And though traditionally made with beef, a delicious turkey smash burger is easy to achieve – plus the cook time for both is lighting quick! If…

Side Dishes

Easy Baked Beans

Don’t love soupy baked beans that make everything else on your plate soggy? This easy, wholesome, flavor-packed recipe is for you!    My family never liked baked beans. Until this recipe.  Once I understood why they disliked the classic fare, and I reflected back on my own early opinions of baked beans, a recipe that everyone…

Main Dishes

Crispy Tofu Broccoli Bowl

If you’ve never tried tofu, this recipe is a great place to start. Brimming with a variety of textures and flavor, this easy and filling tofu bowl is anything but bland. As a bonus, all the components of the bowl can be enjoyed on their own as well.    When Emily was preparing her latest…

Desserts, Snacks

Viral Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Rice Cake

The viral recipe gets an easy upgrade for a better ratio of peanut butter and chocolate to rice cake. And with one tablespoon of peanut butter and just two teaspoons of chocolate per rice cake, it’s a mostly healthy snack too!   I don’t often follow the trends—although my kids wouldn’t likely call me a…

Beverages, Cocktails

Shirley Temple for Grown-Ups

A grown-up rendition of an adored childhood drink, this pretty cocktail is quick to make and can be easily scaled to make a pitcher-full.   When I think of a Shirley Temple, I can’t help but smile. One of the first restaurants my parents took my sister and me to as young girls was The…

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