Dairy-Free Recipes

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Chocolate Peanut Butter “Ice Cream”

Those who know me are keenly aware of my fondness for ice cream! (I actually have some very funny stories that center around this beloved frozen treat…will have to get into that later!) Anyway, to satisfy my nightly cravings, I have developed a pretty fabulous chocolate smoothie but am always on the lookout for other…

Balsamic Grilled Chicken with Tomato Feta Salsa

Whether it is too hot to cook or you would simply rather be at the pool, summertime cooking begs to be easy.  With a few fresh ingredients, a grill, and a versatile, make-ahead dressing, dinner can truly be as effortless as it is delicious. One of my friends mentioned a few months ago that she…

Tropical Watermelon Slushy

Two simple ingredients are all that’s needed for this fruit-sweetened frozen treat. And whether you call it a slushy, Slurpee, Slush Puppie, ICEE, or slosh, it’s sure to refresh all summer long!   My family LOVES slushies! A make-at-home version is tasty and easy. With some chopped watermelon stored in the freezer, it can also…

Homemade Taco Seasoning

You likely have all the spices needed to make this classic seasoning blend, and it’ll taste fresher–and be more economical–than the store-bought packet.   Early in our marriage, I discovered my husband’s fondness for taco salad. When I first served tacos, he piled all the filling ingredients on his plate and crumbled the shell over…

Nancy’s Sweet and Tangy Salad Dressing

While attending a dinner a few months ago where my mother received a well-deserved award for her many years of service to our local Boys & Girls Club, a family friend approached and told me of his wife’s incredible salad dressing.  “Nancy always has a jar of her special dressing in the fridge and everybody…

100% Whole Wheat Pancakes

Looking for a light, fluffy pancake recipe that offers a nutritional boost? This delicious stack is packed with whole grains and fiber-but no one will ever suspect they’re healthy!         A few weeks ago, my younger son, Christian, and I were the only ones home for dinner.  I asked him if, for…

Foot Bridge Grilled Chicken (also known as A Third-A Third-A Third Chicken)

A flavor-packed marinade with just three basic ingredients makes this oldie-but-goodie ideal for both busy weeknights and casual backyard entertaining. I always prepare more than I need the first night, as leftovers are delicious cold, reheated, and as a leveled-up base for your favorite chicken salads. The marinade works beautifully with vegetables too. Over the…

Cherry Crisp (Gluten-Free)

I had the pleasure of having a helper in my kitchen the other day.  As much as I love it when my boys lend an occasional hand in the kitchen, it was a treat to have a female assistant this time around!  Heather Green is an aspiring photographer who, at age 12, started her own…

California Potato Salad

Buttery avocado, juicy tomatoes, and a bit of crisp bacon will shake up your potato salad routine for a light yet filling spin on the classic dish.     This absolutely delicious reader recipe was sent to me by Leola, Pennsylvania native Nancy Irvin James, who mentioned that the recipe got its name because she developed it…

Sesame Peanut Noodles

I have two favorite preparations for noodles in a peanut sauce so, before I chose one for this space, I made them both for dinner recently.  My family declared a tie in the side-by-side comparison.  They were no help!  It almost came down to a coin toss, but ultimately, I chose this recipe because I…

Millet Breakfast Porridge

Looking to add new grains to your diet? A hearty, wholesome bowl of millet has a light, nutty flavor and offers make-ahead convenience.   Since I recently introduced millet to the repertoire of grains included on this website, I felt compelled to include a few tasty ways to use it!   I began with a Millet…

Hoisin Beef Skewers (or Whole Flank Steak)

Prep-ahead convenience, versatility, and appealing flavor make this recipe a go-to for easy weeknight grilling and weekend entertaining.    I’m the type of person who thinks about dinner as I am eating breakfast. So, it may not be surprising that I ponder what to cook for my newspaper column up to a month in advance!…

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