Peanut-Free Recipes

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Shakshuka with Grains & Greens

In this twist on the traditional dish, hearty whole grains and nutrient dense greens are added to the saucy eggs for a convenient, all-in-one meal that tastes great leftover too.     Shakshuka sounds complicated, but it’s really quite simple.  Pronounced “shahk-SHOO-kah,” this saucy, vegetarian meal is pantry cooking at its best. I appreciate meals…

Crispy Skin Salmon

A quick sear on the stovetop creates tender salmon with deliciously crispy skin… perfect with your favorite seasonal side dishes or as a salad topper!   Do you ever get tired of cooking?  It’s a question I’m asked frequently, and the answer is a definitive yes! Most days, I genuinely enjoy cooking for so many…

2-Ingredient No-Cook Chia Jam

2-Ingredient No-Cook Chia Jam is a sugar- and syrup-free alternative to the ever-popular chia jam! As I share recipes from week to week, I have a pretty good sense that speedy dinners with readily available seasonal ingredients will likely be well received and cooked often.  Who doesn’t need another easy, healthy meal to add to the…

Cornell Chicken (with how-to for perfectly barbecued bone-in chicken)

Reminiscent of the classic roadside barbecue-complete with advance prep convenience and tender, juicy meat-this chicken dinner is a real winner. For those who enjoy, Cornell Chicken can be served with a favorite BBQ sauce on the side. What does Dad cook best? After a little teasing that his grilled cheese sandwiches are amazing (when he turns down…

Strawberry Granitas

Sweet, melt-in-your-mouth granitas can be made with a variety of seasonal fruits for a refreshingly light dessert or snack all summer long. Start with this simple recipe for Strawberry Granitas and customize to taste with a variety of options. No fancy equipment needed! My husband and I hosted a big cookout over Memorial Day weekend.…

One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies

One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies provides filling protein and a hearty serving of colorful vegetables for a speedy, flavor-packed weeknight meal!     What do your food habits say about you? I recently read an unscientific but altogether amusing article written by Phil Mutz that assessed what people’s eating habits revealed about their personality. Slow eaters, for…

One-Pot Spring Pasta with Smoked Salmon

A streamlined cooking process, lots of veggies, and filling protein make this fresh and flavorful pasta dinner a winner!   Though “spring” is in the name of this delightful recipe, I fully encourage you to partake of it well into the summer for its light, bright flavor and effortless appeal.  It’s the sort of all-in-one…

Copycat Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake

Guaranteed to be the hit of the party, my favorite Copycat Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake includes fudge filling, chocolate crunchies, and all.  There’s also a worthy gluten-free option for those who need it—and nobody will detect a difference! On birthdays and hot summer nights, cake and ice cream really hit the spot.  The following…

Easy Zucchini & Ground Beef Dinner

Six basic ingredients form the foundation of this one-skillet meal, which comes together quickly for a family-friendly dinner on even the busiest of weeknights.  Follow the basic recipe or customize Easy Zucchini & Ground Beef Dinner to taste—and hope for leftovers because they improve with age!   When my husband and I planned a quick family…

Slow-Baked Roasted Broccoli Frittata

Creamy eggs meet caramelized veggies in this Slow-Baked Roasted Broccoli Frittata for a flavor-packed meatless meal that satisfies any time of day!    When preparing a frittata, I generally lean towards adding some form of meat.  A small amount of bacon, ham, or prosciutto ratchets up the flavor quite nicely.  Recently, however, I’ve been returning to this…

One Pot Stovetop Chicken & Rice

One Pot Stovetop Chicken & Rice is creamy comfort food that’s a breeze to whip up!  For complementary color and flavor, I like to serve sliced tomatoes or a simple salad on the side. If I were to choose one dish that instantly transports me to my childhood dinner table, it would be my mom’s…

Maple Flax Breakfast Cake

Bursting with health appeal, flavor, and convenience, Maple Flax Breakfast Cakes are a twist on a reader-favorite mug muffin—and a personal go-to breakfast that I’ve enjoyed countless times.  Several years ago, a reader request inspired me to share a simple mug muffin that I frequently whip up to start my day. (Full disclosure: Although it’s…

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