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Condiments, Salads, Side Dishes

Spinach Pomegranate Salad with Vanilla Vinaigrette

As satisfying as it is beautiful, this vibrant salad is worthy of a holiday table or paired with a simple protein any night of the week! When I originally shared my Autumn Salad with Nancy’s Sweet and Tangy Dressing, my friend, Christine, mentioned that she serves a similar salad with a vanilla vinaigrette. ย Christine said…

Breakfast

Pancakes in a Jar

The following recipe may be used as a gift but also as your go-to biscuit mix. Economical to make, it tastes fresher than store-bought, too. When presenting as a gift, a small container of maple syrup makes a fitting accompaniment.   Who doesnโ€™t love to start a weekend morning with a tall stack of pancakes? In…

Breads and Baked Goods, Breakfast, Snacks

Pumpkin Bran Muffins (with optional 2-ingredient frosting)

The classic bran muffin meets a whole can of pumpkin in this wholesome recipe that the whole family will love!  Bran muffins are a seemingly wholesome way to start the day, yet so many bran muffins rely on sugar and oil to create moisture and flavor…  Enter pumpkin! These satisfying muffins offer the health benefits…

Soups and Stews

Chipotle Maple Sweet Potato Soup

My good friend, Sonali, is an ER physician, wife and mother of an adorable toddler.  In her “spare” time, she authors The Foodie Physician blog and writes cookbooks.  (I know what you’re thinking…I don’t think she sleeps!)  Sonali kindly asked to include several of my Greek yogurt-inspired recipes in her recently published The Greek Yogurt…

Desserts, Pies

Maple Pumpkin Pie

Easy to make and delightful to eat, you may find yourself baking this pie well after the holiday season. For a pudding-like option, skip the crust and bake the filling in a lightly greased baking dish or individual ramekins.       If I counted the number of times Iโ€™ve made this recipe for “testing”…

Desserts, Pies

Almond Flour Pie Crust (gluten-free)

A scrumptious grain-free pie crust is easy to make with this recipe and a few helpful hints. Perfect for all your favorite fillings! The perfect pie deserves the perfect crust.ย Traditional rolled crusts can be daunting for many, and some simply can’t eat the wheat flour. ย  Whatever the reason, this nutty, cookie-like crust is a…

Casseroles, Pastas

Turkey Tetrazzini with Mushrooms and Kale

This update on the classic casserole is lighter, leaner, and loaded with wholesome vegetables. It’s a complete meal that can be made in advance and freezes well.    If you have leftover Thanksgiving turkey, tetrazzini is a perfect way to enjoy it in a whole new way.  If there are no leftovers to speak of,…

Breakfast, Casseroles

Cottage Casserole with a Kick

This all-in-one meal is as satisfying as it is easy! The ingredients mix up in a single bowl and may be prepared a day in advance.       On a busy weeknight, meals that can be mixed up in one bowl or prepared in advance are especially helpful. ย This savory, protein-rich baked egg dish…

Cookies, Desserts, Snacks

Secret Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Skillet Cookie

A happy fusion of a fudgy brownie and the perfect peanut butter cookie, this grain-free dessert can be dairy-free with the use of dairy-free chocolate chips.    When I purchase a new product, I often look to see if thereโ€™s a recipe on the package. Until I started The Fountain Avenue Kitchen, I never thought…

Breakfast

Overnight Buckwheat Groats — a crunchy, delicious option to oats

If you happen to be a fan of the ever-versatile, no-cook overnight oatmeal, you must try this novel twist.  (And if you haven’t ventured into the easy breakfast world of overnight oats, I have several recipes for you!) For those who enjoy steel cut oats, buckwheat groats are quite similar in taste. In raw form,…

Main Dishes, Stir Fry

Cauliflower Fried Rice

If only a photo could convey flavor! At first glance, this hearty and healthy meal may not seem particularly fabulous. That said, I’ve served it many times for family and friends (and have even used it for several school cooking demonstrations), and it’s always a major crowdpleaser!       As a child, cauliflower was…

Soups and Stews

Slow Cooker Spicy Mango Chicken Chili

The spicy-sweet combination in this chili makes it uniquely delicious. Not a fan of spicy foods? Options to dial back the heat are included. A couple of Sundays ago, this recipe appeared in my weekly newspaper column. A few days later, I received an email from Jane from Mrs. Renfro’s salsa company thanking me for…

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