Uncategorized
5-Ingredient Very Berry Smoothie (and make-ahead smoothie packs)
Loaded with filling protein, healthy fats, and a hearty dose of fruit (and optional veggie), this 5-ingredient very berry smoothie checks all the metaphorical boxesโand tastes great, too. For grab-and-go convenience, smoothie packs can be quickly assembled and stored in the freezer. For years, my childhood friend Christine and I would occasionally grab a…
Maple Flax Breakfast Cake
Bursting with health appeal, flavor, and convenience, Maple Flax Breakfast Cakes are a twist on a reader-favorite mug muffinโand a personal go-to breakfast that Iโve enjoyed countless times.ย Several years ago, a reader request inspired me to share a simple mug muffin that I frequently whip up to start my day. (Full disclosure: Although it’s…
Pork Carnitas Burrito Bowls
Super satisfying Pork Carnitas Burrito Bowls rely on a few flavorful components to create one memorable meal. For added ease and variety, the components can be made and enjoyed separately throughout the week–then make burrito bowls with the leftovers! Throughout the month of April, Iโve been laying the groundwork. All of the recipes Iโve shared have…
Slow Cooker Crispy Pork Carnitas
A healthier, easier way to make tender, juicy, crispy carnitas starts with your slow cooker โ and there are so many ways to enjoy the leftovers! Slow cookers are valued for their hands-off convenience, and an extended stint over low heat can coax out flavor and tenderize tough, less expensive cuts of meat. Slow…
Super Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce
The flavor of this lusciously Creamy Avocado Lime Sauce is matched only by its versatility…so much so that it might just become your new favorite condiment! Move over guacamole! Ok, I’m joking. Good guac is hard to knock. This versatile, super creamy avocado lime sauce, however, has the power to transform even the simplest…
Spanish Rice
Spanish Rice is a worthy addition to any south-of-the-border menu and also complements a wide variety of basic proteins and vegetables. The flavors meld and improve over time, making leftovers extra delicious. You may even prepare it earlier in the day and reheat to make dinnertime a little easier. April brings longer days and glimpses of warmer weather, yet Iโve…
Nuts & Seeds Overnight NโOats
Nuts & Seeds Overnight NโOats is a paleo, vegan, gluten- and dairy-free breakfast that can be customized to taste and provides serious staying power…all that plus meal-prepย convenience!ย If you’ve spent a little time in the Fountain Avenue Kitchen over the years, you likely know that I’m a fan of oats. ย Baked oatmeal, overnight oats,…
Scrambled Hard Boiled Eggs
This simple preparation is perfect when you have a few boiled eggs in the fridge but are in the mood for scrambled. The unique twist adds something special! A few weeks ago, my younger son and I sat for two and a half hours in the PennDOT Driver License Center, waiting for his turn to…
Family Favorite Glazed Meatloaf
Family Favorite Glazed Meatloaf tastes great and slices perfectly! The recipe also offers prep ahead convenience and tips for a perfectly shaped loaf. Most children are discouraged from playing with their food. I learned this lesson at a young age, but as I get older, I occasionally ignore this piece of advice. Letโs face…
No-Bake Healthy-ish Buckeye Bars
Easy-to-make, four-ingredient Buckeye Bars taste a lot like a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup and can easily be made gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and vegan. My grandmother’s recipe for chocolate peanut butter eggs, which she frequently made as buckeye bars or balls, has garnered friends from near and far. Sometimes, however, we want something quick,…
Miso Chicken
A few simple ingredients add sublime flavor and make this miso chicken dinner a winner! For added convenience, the chicken can be prepped in advance and refrigerated until ready to bake. Most of us associate miso with the traditional Japanese soup, but what exactly is it and how might we use it? Miso is essentially…
Corned Beef & Dill Stuffed Potatoes
Deli corned beef makes this stuffed potato highly flavorful and extra easy. The addition of dill brings reminders of the classic deli sandwich. In a recent conversation, I mentioned to my sons that I learned a fair bit of what I know about cooking from The Joy of Cooking and an assortment of Junior…
