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I have been pretty obsessed with homemade salad dressings recently. They’re just so good! No matter what you add them to, it takes the flavor to the next level! Plus, you know exactly what’s going into them so you don’t have to worry about preservatives or artificial flavors! You’ve got to try making homemade ranch, copycat Olive Garden dressing, and lemon vinaigrette next. Homemade Apple Cider Vinaigrette Recipe When it comes to salad dressings, apple cider vinaigrette is one of the best....

Only 10 more days until Easter! You’ve got to capitalize on the festive desserts and treats while you can! Bunny cupcakes, Easter egg sugar cookies, and Easter cake are all as cute as they are delicious! Easter Eggs Dyed With Natural Ingredients Making Easter eggs with natural ingredients is a science experiment your kids are going to want on repeat! (Find more fun, family-friendly recipes here!) It requires a little extra prep work, but the process is so fun!...

Once A Month Mom is a website that helps you fill your freezer by creating monthly menus using seasonal recipes. And what greater help to someone trying to stay on track in the health and weight department than to have homemade, ready-made meals awaiting them in their freezer? It is the next best thing to fresh! Once a Month mom will show you how to take a few popular Skinnytaste classics and get them freezer ready!...

Everything You Need for the Best Smoked Turkey The best part about this smoked turkey recipe is that it uses simple ingredients from your cabinet! Thanksgiving is hectic as it is, no need to brave the grocery store! See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements. Turkey Brine: A brine is a simple saltwater mix, but I like to add herbs and citrus for extra flavor!...

Whenever I visit the Gurudwara or Mandir, I’m most excited about the prasad. The volunteer servers typically give you a small amount in your hand or on a napkin and let me tell you there is so much fat in the prasad that your hands will either get greasy or your napkin will be soaked. Lol. Obviously, I eat it all because there is no such thing as throwing prasad away – it’s just not allowed....

Kale and Butternut Squash Salad This healthy vegetarian main dish salad is inspired by Sweetgreen’s Winter Squash Salad loaded with lots of nourishing, colorful fruits and veggies. Yesterday I shared this Warm Curry Roasted Butternut Squash and Veggie Salad. Today’s salad is enjoyed cold with hearty vegetables that last a while in the refrigerator. If you want to make the butternut squash in the air fryer, check out this Air Fryer Butternut Squash recipe....

I love a good pasta salad. There are so many flavors and textures and the combination is so delightful! Try out some other pasta salad recipes like this Incredible Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad, this delicious Orzo Pasta Salad, and this classic Shrimp Pasta Salad. Lemon Tarragon Pasta Salad Recipe This pasta salad comes from the sunny kitchens of Mediterranean cuisine, blending vibrant flavors and easy preparation. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings when you want a delicious meal without spending too much time cooking....

Lobster Roll I love lobster! When I’m not eating Grilled Lobster Tails or Lobster Tacos, I’m usually enjoying lobster rolls all summer long. These are the best lobster rolls if you’re trying to eat healthy! Similar to a Maine lobster roll which is served with chilled lobster meat dressed in mayo with some crunchy greens like chives, celery, and/or scallions. I start with fresh, steamed lobster mixed with a combo of mayo and Greek yogurt to make it a little lighter....

Low-Carb Loaded Mashed Cauliflower Cheesy mashed cauliflower made with a touch of whipped butter, buttermilk, garlic and herbs and topped with cheese and bacon – low-carb, low calorie and keto, but you’ll swear it’s totally indulgent! I also love Mini Bell Pepper Loaded Turkey Nachos or Loaded Jalapeno Popper Nachos. A few weeks ago I stopped to eat lunch with the family at Pizzeria Uno. I ordered a burger and somehow the waiter talked me into getting the loaded mashed potatoes – OMG!...

A great achievement! I made banana fritters that aren’t deep fried and loaded with fat! I love banana fritters, but they are not exactly light when you order them. I was able to create a low fat fritter by mashing ripe bananas and making a batter, then pan frying them with a little buttered flavored spray. Almost like a pancake with less flour. A little tricky to cook at first, but I found using low heat worked great....

Father’s Day is a great time to fire up the grill, us that instant pot or turn on the slow cooker! There are so many different recipes that your man will love! Try out this juicy tomahawk steak, these delicious sticky honey garlic wings or these delicious grilled portobello burgers. Man Pleasing Meals Father’s Day meals can range from delicious steak, chicken, salads, and just about any sides that you can imagine....

Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash Brussels and butternut are a match made in heaven. Add bacon, and a simple glaze made with pure maple syrup and soy sauce, and your family will swoon! This is a delicious, easy Fall side dish, perfect for chicken, turkey or pork. If you don’t eat bacon, you can leave it out. Made all on one sheet pan, you can double or triple this recipe to feed a crowd by adding more sheet pans....

Love cookie bars? Here are some more tasty recipes to try: sugar cookie bars, M&M cookie bars, and chocolate chip cookie dough bars. The Ultimate Cookie Bar… These ‘Marry Me Cookie Bars’ are made with all of my favorite ingredients. Both white and semi-sweet chocolate chips, some warm spices, and rolled oats for the perfect texture! Anyone who tries a piece will be in love. These marry me bars are best served fresh out of the oven when they’re warm and gooey....

Watch my Mohanthal and Dhilo Mohanthal video What is Mohanthal? Mohanthal, when served as a set square, is a sweet and delicious fudge made from toasted chickpea flour. The texture is grainy and meltingly short, like the lovechild of fudge and shortcrust pastry. “Mohan” is another name for the Hindu deity, Krishna and “Thal” means plate. This dish is named after him and the saga of his sweet tooth. What is Dhilo Mohanthal?...

Ingredients Needed for Mushroom Bisque There’s nothing better than enjoying a hot bowl of soup on a cold night! Luckily, this mushroom bisque recipe is easy and only needs a handful of simple ingredients. See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for a list of exact measurements. Butter: Melt the unsalted butter to add flavor as you sauté the mushrooms. Mushrooms: The star of this recipe! Clean the mushrooms well before using....

The light and fluffy flavors of tiramisu are so good, it has become one of my go-to desserts. Try my icebox cake, cream pie, and cheesecake for other creamy no-bake desserts you will not be able to resist! No-Bake Strawberry Tiramisu Recipe Strawberry Tiramisu is a quick and easy but luxurious dessert. Bursting with fresh, juicy strawberries, light, fluffy marscapone, and softened biscuits, it really is a treat. The best part is that it requires minimal effort to make but creates a beautiful, soft and sweet dessert that is sure to catch the eye of your friends and family....

We see a lot of pumpkin and apple recipes this time of the year. It was time to take a break from the pumpkin and shake things up and make some brownies. We love having brownies on Sunday. It has been a tradition since I was little. Nice warm brownies for dessert with a scoop of ice-cream. But these aren’t just any old brownies. These are one of the best brownies that I have ever had!...

This is a simple barfi recipe that looks as good as it tastes. The textures and flavours are so delicious and moreish. Best of all, it’s not too sweet! If you’re not familiar with barfi already, imagine a fudgy Indian milk sweet that’s popular during festivals. This easy-to-make 2 ingredient pistachio barfi recipe is perfect for when you’re craving a sweet treat but don’t have a lot of time....

Pollo Guisado Nothing makes me happier than enjoying a bowl of pollo guisado – my favorite comfort food dish, especially when the weather is cold. This is my go-to chicken stew recipe that is huge on flavor and my family loves it. I probably make this as often as I make picadillo, and if you’ve been following for a while, then you know how much we love picadillo! I have many variations of this recipe, like my Instant Pot Latin Chicken Stew with Corn and Sofrito Chicken Stew....

Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Shallots This easy pork chop recipe was adapted from this Pork Chops with Dijon Herb Sauce. The addition of mushrooms and shallots will make you fall in love! This has become my go-to recipe, the pork chops always come out perfectly cooked, and the flavors will make you want to make this again and again! If you like breaded pork chops, you make also like these Oven Fried Pork Chops....