Stroganoff is an easy delicious meal the whole family can get behind. If you do not have an instant pot, try these other tried and true favorite stroganoff recipes instead, One Pot Ground Beef, Slow Cooker Chicken Mushroom, and One-Pot Steak Stroganoff! Beef Stroganoff Making beef stroganoff in the instant pot has changed everything! This family favorite, comfort food has been elevated by making it in the instant pot. No more babysitting the pan on the stove all day to get the most tender juicy beef ever....

I am a lover of “salads” of every variety! Fruit salad, pasta salad, actual salad, you name it and I’m here for it. If you are like me, then you are going to love this California Spaghetti Salad, this delicious Ambrosia Salad, and this crowd-pleasing Pistachio Salad. Creamy Pea Salad Peas. You either love them or hate them right? I love peas. One of the only veggies I actually like to eat....

Better than take out in the comfort of your own home is the best! Combine this dish with Egg Rolls, Fried Rice and some Wontons for a complete dinner. Homemade Cashew Chicken Chinese take out is one of America’s favorites with good reason. It is a comfort food that is jam packed with flavor and diversity. The chicken is tender, the cashews are crunchy and the sauce is the perfect combination of sweet and zing....

Blackened Fish Tacos The mango-cabbage slaw is the perfect balance of sweet and sour which compliments the fish perfectly. I served these for dinner last night with some guacamole on the side (not pictured here) and my husband was a very happy man. For more fish taco ideas, try these Cod Fish Tacos, Salmon Tacos and these awesome Shrimp Tacos! I cooked the whole thing outside on the grill which is a great way to keep the fish smell out of your house, but you can also do this indoors on the stove....

Borscht This meatless Borscht soup recipe is loaded with beets and potatoes, cooked in broth (I prefer beef broth but vegetable broth works fine) for a veggie-loaded soup. It’s a gorgeous red color and so delicious. Some versions of traditional borscht have meat, but I didn’t put any in, so it can be made vegetarian, depending on what stock is used. I made this beet soup with beef broth, and it tasted great, but you can also use vegetable stock or broth....

Breakfast Casserole with Spinach and Sausage Breakfast casseroles are perfect to serve if you’re having family stay with you over the holidays. This one is packed with turkey sausage, spinach, two kinds of cheese, and sundried tomatoes. It’s a delicious and satisfying breakfast packed with protein. For more healthy breakfast casserole recipes, try this Sausage,Cheese, and Veggie Breakfast Casserole and Bacon-Spinach Breakfast Casserole with Gruyere. Why This Breakfast Casserole Recipe Works Versatile: It’s easy to switch out ingredients to suit your tastes....

Breakfast Fajitas I just love breakfast tacos with eggs, and these breakfast fajitas are no exception. Loaded with peppers, onions and guacamole and topped with a runny egg (you can prepare the eggs however you like). My husband Tommy LOVES fajitas, so this breakfast version is a winner in my house! If you make this for lunch or dinner, plan on 2 per person and maybe a side of Mexican Cauli Rice....

The skin of the potato contains all the fiber, therefore my skinny potato skins are not only tasty appetizers, they are also good for you! These make great appetizers or you can serve them as a side dish. I like to start these in the microwave and finish them in the oven or grill to shorten the cooking time and avoid heating up my kitchen now that the weather is getting warm....

Brown Sugar Baked Beans Old-fashioned Brown Sugar Baked Beans are one of the most popular summer side dishes. For years, I would look for the healthiest canned baked beans. The idea of making baked beans from scratch with all the added sugars and calories was overwhelming. Then I started experimenting and finally found the right balance of sweetness. With less sugar and ketchup, these vegetarian baked beans aren’t too sweet but just sweet enough to satisfy all the cravings for the nostalgic flavors you love....

This idea was inspired by someone who commented on a recent Brussels sprout recipe I shared on Facebook and I thought, brilliant! They did not disappoint and they are super quick and easy to make. Great as a side for chicken, steaks or pork chops. More Brussels Sprouts Side Dish Recipes: Sauteed Brussels Sprouts Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta Grilled Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze Shredded Raw Brussels Sprout Salad with Bacon and Avocado Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Shallots with Balsamic Glaze Raw Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Oil Brussels Sprouts Gratin Maple Soy Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash with Bacon

Cacio e Pepe Frittata with Cauliflower A protein- packed breakfast or brunch, lunch or dinner made with roasted cauliflower, Greek yogurt, eggs, and Parmesan served with a dollop of lemony yogurt and arugula salad. For more of my favorite frittatas, try my Caramelized Onion, Red Pepper and Zucchini Frittata and Cottage Cheese Egg and Sausage Frittata. And for more fun twists on cacio e pepe, try Cacio e Pepe Brussels Sprouts....

If you are looking for some more amazing shrimp recipes, be sure to try: Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp , Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Vegetable Skillet, or Sticky Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp. Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp I am a firm believer that if you hate a certain type of food, you can slowly but surely start to like it. Take me for example. I despised all fish and seafood growing up....

My Sicilian friend Julia is a wonderful cook. I remember the first meal I ate in her NYC apartment; lamb chops and fried cauliflower which she calls broccoli a pasteta. She joked that day you can fry a sponge and it would taste good – she’s probably right. These are a lightened version of her recipe, made with Pecorino Romano, parsley, egg, garlic, white whole wheat flour and just enough oil to saute them in a pan....

I was craving something cheesy for dinner last night, and I had spaghetti squash sitting in my counter without a plan, so I came up with this tasty dish. When my husband heard what I was making, he didn’t sound too excited, but after he ate he thought it was pretty good. If you’ve never had spaghetti squash before, it’s a winter squash that has spaghetti-like strands when you cook it and fluff it with a fork....

Cheesy Chicken Ranch Pasta Recipe School starts for us next week and I am not sure what emotions to feel about it. It is always so nice getting them back into a routine, but it brings a super busy schedule with it. Trying to juggle homework, sports, dance, tumbling, makes it a little chaotic around our house. This is why I am the queen of easy-to-make delicious meals. If I am making something quick for my family it usually involves one pot, 30 minutes or less, and lots and lots of cheese....

Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk Great over basmati rice for a complete meal (also great with naan or cauliflower rice to keep the carbs low or Whole30 compliant). I use skinless chicken thighs (I prefer on the bone for more flavor) but you can use your favorite part of the chicken. If you want to leave the potatoes out that would also be totally fine. To make chicken curry in a hurry, this can easily be adapted for the Instant Pot or pressure cooker using slightly less water and the Poultry button, then do a quick release, add the potatoes and cook 5 more minutes....

Chicken Eggplant Parmesan This easy Chicken Eggplant Parmesan is a fun spin on my Chicken Parmesan recipe. I wanted to incorporate eggplant since it’s in season and decided to add it to my sauce, which worked out better than I expected! I made this in the air fryer, but you can also bake it in the oven. It’s so filling and a great way to eat more veggies. I also have a more classic Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan recipe if you don’t like eggplant, and this low-carb Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan recipes if you want to try cooking it a different way and this Lighter Eggplant Parmesan for a vegetarian option....

Chickpea Milanese There’s a nearby restaurant that makes this vegetarian Chickpea Milanese that I loved so much I had to recreate it – with my own spin, of course! Milanese is one of my favorite things to order when I go out. So, when I tried this vegetarian one, I thought it was genius. It’s served with an arugula chickpea salad with tomatoes and fresh lemon. Chickpeas have plenty of protein and fiber, making them so versatile in vegetarian and vegan diets like in these Air Fryer Falafel....

Calamari Salad with Lemon and Parsley This chilled calamari salad is a wonderful appetizer or light lunch. This comes together pretty quick, let it marinade overnight for the best flavor. If you want a shrimp salad, try my Zesty Lime Shrimp Salad or Creamy Shrimp and Celery Salad. Chilled Calamari Salad is great in the summer for picnics, boating or when you want something chilled. And it’s also great for the holidays or Christmas to serve as an appetizer....

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice Riced cauliflower makes a fantastic low-carb, stand in for rice when you need a little carb detox. You might be familiar with my Cauliflower Fried Rice, this veggie rice has more of a Latin flair to serve with Latin Recipes Burrito Bowls, Carne Bistec, Chicken Enchiladas and more! You can season this any way you wish – here I brightened it up with lime and cilantro and served it with a broiled pork loin....