Tofu is also super versatile. You can scramble it for your morning tofu scramble, use to make vegan cheeses like vegan feta, or use to make it a hearty and satisfying dinner like tofu curry. Tips for Cooking Tofu What type of tofu should I use in cooking? Tofu is sold in two primary categories: silken tofu and regular “block” tofu. The firmer the tofu, the more water has been pressed out of it....
So you bought a bunch of instant coffee to make Whipped Coffee and now you have no idea what to do with it?! Cooking and baking with instant coffee is a great way to harness its unique and complex flavors. Coffee does not have to be just for your morning cup. It can be used in so many delicious dishes! Here are some of my favorite ways to use instant coffee along with suggested recipes to try out!...
Harissa Shrimp and Chickpeas Harissa Shrimp and Chickpeas is a quick, budget-friendly meal for a weeknight dinner made with some pantry and freezer staples. Canned white beans also work great in place of chickpeas. This recipe cooks in under ten minutes! The only prep is chopping the garlic and herbs. So easy! The shrimp and chickpeas simmer in the skillet with the harissa, and then they are finished with fresh herbs and lemon juice, which brighten up the whole dish....
Start planning your Labor Day festivities with this list of recipes from appetizers, desserts, mains, and sides. There are so many ideas to choose from. Whether you are celebrating with just a few or looking for some tasty Labor Day cookout ideas, you are sure to find recipes for everyone. These Labor Day menu ideas will guarantee that your holiday party is a hit. From juicy grilled mains to easy Labor Day side dish recipes and of course desserts, this recipe collection has everything you need to create a spread that will have your guests coming back for seconds....
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites These were always a favorite when I was a kid, my Mom served them anytime we had company. She would set out some duck sauce, totally optional and let everyone dig in. If you prefer to bake them in the oven, you can use oven version here. And of course, these are low-carb, Whole30 and Keto friendly without the dipping sauce as well as gluten-free....
Beef Empanadas Air Fryer Recipe We LOVE empanadas in my house (Who doesn’t?!). I grew up on them and always have leftover picadillo in my fridge or freezer because I make it at least twice a month. These healthy air fryer empanadas are one of my favorite ways to use up the leftovers. Made with frozen store-bought empanada dough, they only take minutes to cook. They’re also excellent to pack in your kids’ lunchboxes – Madison loves taking them for school lunch....
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries These are the best air fryer sweet potato fries! They are so crispy, flavorful and easy to make in the air fryer. Here I share two methods, a quick method that is delicious and a longer method that comes out perfectly crisp. Both taste great, feel free to use the method you prefer! Since you only need a little oil, they are also lighter and healthier than deep frying....
What is better than moist, sweet bread fresh out of the oven? Easy apple, zucchini, and lemon are more delicious sweet bread recipes for an anytime treat! Simple Amish Friendship Bread Recipe Amish Friendship Bread begins as a starter that, once developed, can easily be shared with friends and family to build a sense of giving and community. Unlike a sourdough starter, which requires meticulous feeding and growing conditions, Amish Friendship Bread starts in a ziplock bag and only requires a daily mash to develop....
Arugula Fig Salad I usually make a simple arugula salad, but when figs are in season I love this simple Arugula Fig Salad recipe. Fresh sweet figs with soft goat cheese are wonderful over baby arugula as a side salad with some balsamic glaze for drizzling. A beautiful side salad without the fuss when figs are in season, using only 5 ingredients! If figs aren’t in season, make this with peaches or pears instead....
Asparagus and Swiss Cheese Frittata Frittatas are the perfect breakfast or brunch necessity. Also great to make ahead for meal prep. I usually make them with whatever I have on hand. In the spring, asparagus is wonderful with Swiss cheese, but you can also use mozzarella or Havarti. Some other egg dishes you may love Tomato and Zucchini Frittata, Spinach and Feta Frittata or Broccoli and Cheese Quiche. This is really filling, and the leftovers for perfect for lunch or breakfast the next day....
I love a good dip. I mean, who can resist that creamy texture and fantastic taste mixed with some crunch? Try out this million-dollar dip, this cheese sauce, or this crab dip. You will love them all! Avocado Hummus Dip If you love guacamole then this avocado hummus dip should be calling your name! It’s similar to guacamole but made with avocado and garbanzo beans( which are organic chickpeas). I love that the texture is ultra creamy!...
Avocado Quinoa Salad This Avocado Quinoa Salad is bright, zesty, and delicious, and the ingredients remind me of what I typically put in my guacamole. I love this quinoa salad on days I want to go meatless for lunch. I’ve published quite a few quinoa salads over the years, and I love all of them, but this might be my new favorite! Some other favorites are this Mediterranean Quinoa Salad and this Southwestern Black Bean Mango Quinoa Salad....
Zucchini Crust Pizza You guys. We LOVED this pizza! So much that we made it two days in a row. I am all about my pizza and it has been quite hard to pass up on the weekends when the kiddos order it while I am watching what I eat. With the loads of zucchini that are coming in for the summer, I was thinking of ideas or ways to use it up....
Happy New Year! We just got back from Disneyworld with our family. We surprised them on Christmas morning and left that day. We had an absolute blast. It was probably the best family trip that we have taken. We stayed at the Animal Kingdom resort and WOW! That was such an amazing experience. We would wake up each morning to giraffes and zebras outside of our room. My three year old would say good morning and good night to the animals every day....
A few weeks ago, while testing recipes for my next cookbook(!), I made an oven-braised bean stew. It felt very French, and it was delightful. There was a bouquet garni involved, a white wine deglaze, and maybe some vegan butter. After eating it, I thought: wouldn’t it be fun to try this technique of cooking with an Indian dish? Oven braising isn’t too common in Indian cooking and cooking with wine certainly isn’t either, but I thought I’d give this hybrid mashup a go....
I love Brazillian cheese bites because they make the perfect side or appetizer! Make this a meal by serving these with some steak, roasted garlic broccoli, and a classic arugula salad. What is Brazilian Cheese Bread? This Brazilian cheese bread recipe is one that you will always want to have on hand after you cook it! Brazilian cheese bread is a delightful, airy bread that is in the shape of bite-sized rolls....
I just love classic desserts that never go out of style! Some of my favorite cake recipes that have been passed down from generation-to-generation are this hummingbird cake, a traditional carrot cake and a family favorite oatmeal cake! Buttermilk Cake Recipe If you haven’t tried baking with buttermilk, now is the time to start! Buttermilk is an incredible ingredient to use in baked goods because it’s acidic, and actually tenderizes the cake....
Me and casseroles are BFF’s. They are perfect for the busy season and they can feed a small army. But this casserole is one that will go down in the history book as one of my favorite casseroles. EVER! I couldn’t believe how amazing my first bite was. And the pockets of ooey gooey cheese in every bite. I just couldn’t get enough! The flavors in this casserole were incredible....
Ingredients in Classic Chicken Cordon Bleu One of the greatest things about this recipe is that it uses minimal ingredients, which are all very common. These simple ingredients make a delicious meal that will become a staple in your home. Follow the recipe card below for exact measurements. Chicken Chicken breast: Boneless skinless chicken breast pounded thin. Deli Ham: Use thinly sliced ham to make rolling a success! You don’t want the center to be too thick, or it will make rolling difficult....
Chicken Marsala Meatballs I recently went to my local Italian specialty store and saw these behind the glass case, and knew I had to make them! Tommy’s not a fan of mushrooms so I wasn’t sure what he would think but he loved them! I sliced the mushrooms very thin which I highly recommend rather than buying them pre-sliced. They melt in you mouth! I served mine over butternut squash noodles and regular noodles for the rest of the family....
