Dairy-Free Recipes
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Beer Bread (whole wheat or white)
Tender and lightly chewy, this fuss-free, one-bowl bread has the yeasty flavor of a risen loaf – and takes just 5 minutes to prep. Every summer growing up, I went to camp in Maine. I made wonderful friends there, and several of those friendships are still going strong. One winter, I got to visit…
Oatmeal Packet Mug Muffin
You choose the flavor in these healthy, protein-rich, single-serve muffins that can be made with just four easy ingredients! In our latest Fountain Avenue Kids video, sisters Grace and Evie are back to demonstrate the ease and versatility of an oatmeal packet mug muffin. These wholesome muffins are endlessly versatile, easy for kids to make…
Baked White Rice
Baked rice is easy, foolproof, and hands off. Plus, it works with white and brown rice – the only thing that changes is the cooking time. I’ve practically given up cooking rice on the stovetop because baking it is easier. The oven method is also foolproof and hands off. As a bonus, a few…
Prep-Ahead Steel Cut Oatmeal
With their nutty flavor and toothsome texture, steel cut oats take longer to prepare than typical old-fashioned rolled oats. But thanks to this easy trick, you can prepare them the night before in about three minutes. In the morning, simply reheat and add all your favorite oatmeal toppings. A warm bowl of oatmeal offers…
Homemade Crostini
Crisp, golden crostini are easy to make and form the perfect base for a wide variety of hors d’oeuvres. Delicious for general snacking too! The day I prepared this easy recipe for a photo shoot was “one of those days.” I woke up to no heat and a 59℉ (brrrr!!!) house. Outside temps, by…
Herbed Green Eggs and Frizzled Ham
Naturally colored with fresh spinach and herbs, Green Eggs & Frizzled Ham reinvent the storied recipe with exceptional flavor and wholesome appeal. Welcome to Fountain Avenue Kids, where kids of all ages and backgrounds take center stage in cooking videos, making recipes that they are truly excited about – and adults will be excited about too! My mission is…
Easy Cauliflower Soup
Made with only a few ingredients, this soup is easy, satiating, and adaptable to most any taste, allergy, or preference! When I was growing up, my mom would make me soup if I wasn’t feeling well. We weren’t above chicken noodle from a can, but sometimes she would make her own concoction. The following…
Slow Cooker Southwest Chicken
Versatile and quick to prep, Southwest Chicken relies on pantry staples and can be served burrito bowl-style or in tacos. An ideal meal to please a variety of eaters! Get ready for the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids, because Coach Suzie is in the kitchen! She’s a kid at heart, and as a…
Cranberry Simple Syrup (and bonus cocktail recipe)
This easy-to-make syrup adds festive color and seasonal flavor to a variety of cocktails and mocktails. Makes a lovely gift too! Taking a few minutes to prepare an infused simple syrup is an easy way to create the type of cocktail that garners big bucks at trendy restaurants. And while I most often use…
Yakisoba Noodles
Yakisoba is a Japanese stir fry with a noodle base, lots of veggies, and a speedy sauce that’s salty-sweet and a little bit tangy. Serve as is for a satisfying meatless meal, or add chicken or shrimp for extra protein. Welcome to Fountain Avenue Kids! In this latest edition, Abby and Ethan joined me to…
Southwestern Turkey Chili
Reinvent leftover turkey with this soul-warming chili that’s packed with filling protein, colorful veggies, and flavorful spices. No turkey? Use chicken instead. I love a tomatoey chili, but I don’t miss the tomatoes in this flavorful soup! When chili is made with shredded chicken or turkey, white beans, and broth–and no tomatoes–it is often…
Cracker Crust Pork Chops
A crispy cracker coating makes these quick-cooking pork chops a family favorite—and the recipe works with chicken too. In the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids, brothers James and Oliver demonstrate a recipe they make several times a month for their family. The coating and sauce add fantastic flavor, and aside from the pork,…
