Dairy-Free Recipes

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How to Prepare King Crab Legs

Learn the best way to cook tender, juicy king crab legs for fun and festive meals any time of year. Perfect for Valentineโ€™s Day, New Yearโ€™s Eve, birthday celebrations, and โ€œjust becauseโ€ special dinners.  If you want to make a statement, king crab legs will do it. The massive crustaceans, which are caught in the…

Jack’s Favorite Bloody Mary

A pitcher-full of outstanding Bloody Marys is easy to make and infinitely tastier than store-bought mixes. Bloody Maria, Dirty Mary, and Virgin Mary variations are included and are customizable by the glass. For added fun, offer a make-your-own garnish station! An olive loaded Bloody Mary with a crisp stalk of celery and a generous amount…

Holiday Raspberry Chocolate Bars

Easy to make, pretty in color, and customizable with different jams, these festive bars are an easy holiday win! A lovely balance of sweet, tart, and a little crunchy, this easy bar cookie recipe is truly a winner. In fact, the festive bars were one of eight winning recipes in the 2024 Fig holiday cookie…

Lavender Syrup

Lavender Syrup is simple to make and adds a sweet, floral note to hot and iced coffee and tea, lattes, lemonade, cocktails, desserts, and more. A clever trick makes the syrup a pretty shade of purple!  The first time I had a lavender latte, I didnโ€™t finish it. Despite rave reviews from friends who claimed…

Apple Cake

No frosting is needed for this rustic cake that is studded with tender apples and comes together in a single bowl with pantry staples. Serve as is or with a scoop of ice cream and caramel sauce. (Or my favorite, salted caramel ice cream!) My grandmotherโ€™s apple cake brings back so many memories. Economical and…

Mix and Match Trail Mix

A wholesome trail mix is easy to make and offers much room for variation, from basic nuts and dried fruit to an assortment of delicious extras.  Recipe includes our favorite combinations! I love nuts of all kinds. Their crunch is appealing, and the balance of fats and protein makes them an especially satiating snack. As a…

Honey Deuce

A cocktail version of raspberry lemonade and the official drink of the US Open, you donโ€™t need to be a tennis fan to love this refreshing drink! (Pitcher measurements and non-alcoholic variation included.) People go to the US Open for the tennis. But the official drink of this long-standing tennis tournament lures throngs of fans…

Blueberry Lemon Cornbread

This delightful twist on the usual cornbread comes together quickly with pantry ingredients and fresh or frozen blueberries. An easy tip ensures leftovers are never dryโ€”making them perfect for breakfast! Cornbread has long been popular in our house. Partial proof of this statement is evidenced in the multiple cornbread and muffin recipes already on this…

Confetti Salad

A big bowl of this colorful salad comes together easily and is perfect for backyard barbecues, potlucks, and at-the-ready meals throughout the week! A fresh, colorful addition to a backyard barbecue or potluck, this vibrant salad is equally well suited to packed lunches and speedy dinners. The recipe has many attributes: filling fiber, plant-based protein,…

Portobello Mushroom Burgers (Roasted or Grilled)

You donโ€™t have to give up beef to love these portobello burgers. A 3-ingredient marinade creates incredible flavor, and theyโ€™re simple to cook in the oven or on the grill. You donโ€™t have to give up beef to love these portobello burgers. Theyโ€™re tender, meaty, incredibly satisfying. A simple, three-ingredient marinade heightens the mushroomsโ€™ natural…

Small Batch Refrigerator Pickles

Quick Pickled Vegetables are easy to make with almost any vegetable and are a practical way to use the odds and ends in your crisper drawer. The tangy, crisp bites are great for snacking and will elevate salads, sandwiches, charcuterie boards, burgers, burrito-type bowls, stir fries, and more.  Pickling can be a very simple process.…

Vietnamese-Style Cabbage and Chicken Salad

Shredded chicken and cabbage form the base of this crisp, Vietnamese-inspired dish, which is bursting with flavor, texture, and wholesome appeal. Great for meal prep and entertaining. In the mood for a salad that satisfies like a heartier meal? This is your recipe! Shredded chicken and cabbage form the base of this crisp, Vietnamese-inspired dish,…

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