Dairy-Free Recipes

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Roasted Potato Salad with Special Sauce

No need to peel the potatoes in this customizable salad, which uses a uniquely flavorful dressing that can be made in advance.    I’ve been making this salad for years without actually measuring the ingredients. A little different than the average potato salad, it’s always a hit. Most recently, I prepared the summer staple for…

Southwestern Rice Salad

This crowd-pleasing dish can be assembled in advance, travels well, and caters to a variety of eating styles. Ideal for backyard barbecues, potlucks, and stress-free family meals!   You know all those times you’re searching for something a little different than the usual pasta or vegetable-based salad while maintaining broad appeal?  For me, this tried-and-true…

Tender, Juicy Turkey Burgers

Tender, juicy, flavor-packed turkey burgers are possible with lean breast meat thanks to a few simple additions. A go-to weeknight meal and worthy of a weekend barbecue!      Tender and flavorful, these burgers defy the dry, flavorless hockey pucks some people associate with turkey burgers, especially those made with lean breast meat. The best…

Strawberry Bread

Move over zucchini and banana bread, there’s a new quick bread in town! Strawberry bread is lightly sweet with a delicate crumb and may just become a new favorite.        Some recipes keep me up at night. This was one of them. Baking, as we often hear, is a precise science. Small variations in the…

Flourless Black Bean Brownies

Decadent, fudgy brownies score big points in flavor and texture while delivering a filling dose of fiber and protein. A total dessert win! “I love these brownies because you think they are going to be gross, but they are delicious and nutritious.”  Those words, from “Chef E.” age 9, sum up these brownies perfectly. Let’s…

Crunchy Top Strawberry Baked Oatmeal

Red, ripe strawberries highlight this seasonal favorite, which offers make-ahead convenience and countless ways to customize. In a pinch, frozen berries may be used.   I clearly remember the first time I served this seasonal addition of my original baked oatmeal recipe. My younger son, who was a rather picky fourth grader at the time, asked…

Mexican Mule (and several mule variations)

A cross between the classic Moscow mule and the much-loved Margarita, this refreshing cocktail requires just four ingredients and may just become the drink of the season!        As I was reading up on some food history recently, I stumbled upon a curious newspaper article from 2016.  While at a cocktail convention (who knew?),…

Cilantro Lime Rice

A few key additions transform basic rice into an extra special side dish that enhances a wide variety of cuisines. Not a fan of cilantro? Not to worry. You may omit it and the resulting lime-infused rice will still be a winner!     Perhaps no food better embodies feelings of sustenance and comfort than…

Salsa Simmered Halibut (or other white fish)

Your choice of fish simmers to tender perfection for a super speedy meal that’s bursting with flavor. The easy sauce can be customized in a surprisingly simple way, making this meal a favorite with adults and kids alike.    A reader recently mentioned that he’d like to incorporate more fish into his weeknight repertoire but lacks creative, family friendly ways…

Harissa Roasted Green Beans

A singular condiment adds culinary magic to simply roasted vegetables, in this case, transforming basic green beans into a restaurant-worthy side dish. The best part? The dish takes less than 15 minutes start to finish!    When we’re not familiar with a recipe ingredient, let alone know where to look for it in the grocery store,…

Roasted Mediterranean Cauliflower

Simply roasted cauliflower is elevated to something special thanks to a versatile sauce that might just become a new favorite. The base recipe is perfect as a side dish, and a few pantry staples will transform it into a filling entree.   Easy and flexible are two important words in my kitchen. Day to day,…

Grapefruit Gimlet

A delightful balance of sweet and tart, this eye-catching twist on the classic cocktail requires just three simple ingredients. The refreshing drink is also easy to customize with other liquors and flavors, and I’ve included a few of my favorites.     Most winters around this time, I begin looking forward to an annual trip to…

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