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When you’re looking for a quick and easy Chinese inspired dinner, grabbing a wok and making a stir-fry is a tasty solution. This sweet and sour shrimp delivers protein, vegetables, and fruit all in one dish. If you’re looking for more fast and flavorful Asian recipes then try Instant Pot Beef with Broccoli, Teriyaki Beef Skewers, or Asian Grilled Flank Steak for your next weeknight dinner. Sweet and Sour Shrimp It may be tempting to pick up a take-out menu, but making a homemade stir-fry is a lot easier than you think....

This Tamale pie recipe is bold and flavorful! Serve this alongside a Chilled Cucumber Tomato Salad, or this Southwest Quinoa Bean Salad. You can finish off the meal with some classic Tres Leches Cake! What is Tamale Pie? Tamale pie is basically a casserole, or pan version, of a classic tamale. It’s perfect for serving larger numbers, either a large family or to take to any gathering or potluck. You poke the cornbread crust and drench it with enchilada sauce before topping it with ground beef or any toppings you choose....

What is Thandai? Thandai is a refreshing Indian cold drink with milk that is prepared during the Holi season. It’s loaded with nutrients such as almonds, cashews, pistachios, and more. Furthermore, it’s flavored with aromatic spices such as cardamom, saffron, and rose water, and it’s best served chilled. Variations of Thandai Whole Milk or Almond Milk? Traditionally, Thandai is prepared with whole milk and it tastes creamy and delicious, however since I prefer a lightened up version I love using almond milk instead....

You’ve probably spent hours planning and packing your kids’ lunches over the years. And the container that holds your kiddos’ lunches is almost as important as what foods you cook for them! In my house, we’re all about using bento boxes over typical lunch boxes. And I’ve tried quite a few of the best bento boxes for kids while packing lunches for my own two children over the years. Bento boxes are incredibly handy because you don’t need to bother with plastic bags to keep snacks, sandwiches, and dips separated....

Best Homemade Enchilada Sauce Recipe Once you try this enchilada sauce recipe, you’ll never buy canned again! If you love enchiladas as much as I do, then making homemade enchilada sauce from scratch is a must! You can double it and freeze the rest. Use it to make my Chicken Enchiladas, Rotisserie Chicken Enchilada Skillet, Enchilada Chicken Roll Ups, and more! A reader recently commented that using this homemade enchilada sauce made all the difference in her dish, and I agree....

For more easy bite-sized apps, check out these Pizza Stuffed Crescent Rolls, our favorite Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels, and these Mozzarella Sticks. Pigs in a Blanket There are few things in life that my family loves more than pigs in a blanket. It’s one of those nostalgic appetizers that I grew up eating and have continued to adore well into adulthood. What’s not to love? Salty all-beef hot dogs are wrapped up in soft crescent roll dough, stuffed with cheese, baked and then brushed with a totally addictive garlic butter....

Casseroles are some of my family’s very favorite dinners! There are so many different options and they are usually quick and easy to make. Not to mention delicious! Try out some more of my casserole recipes like this easy taco casserole, this delicious tuna noodle casserole, or this yummy breakfast casserole. Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole Recipe If you have been searching for the most delicious casserole of all time… well, you just found it!...

But looking back, there were lots of Skinnytaste highlights this year, the top of the list was a book deal with Clarkson Potter – woohoo!!! I’ve been really busy testing new recipes for the cookbook, then comes the photography, book design, cover designs, lots of fun stuff ahead! I promise to keep you posted as I go through the process. I can’t express how grateful and thankful I am for all of your support....

What are macros? This is the question I have gotten most since I started counting macros a few months ago. As a woman over 40, losing weight hasn’t been as fast and easy for me as it was in my 20s or 30s. Counting macros have been eye opening for me. When I met Kendra Jarratt, I really started understanding macros and how it all works. I’ve gotten so many questions on the subject, I asked her to write a guest post and I am so happy she agreed!...

SPAINMadrid | Seville | Barcelona Spain is beautiful and culturally very rich. The Spanish people are extremely warm and very welcoming towards tourists. Although I suggest you should know a few basic words in Spanish so you can communicate with the locals, the Spaniards are more than willing to speak in English. When traveling by train/bus, messages are translated from Spanish to English which was a great help to us....

This hearty soup is one of my family’s favorites! It’s perfect for making as the temperatures start to cool down. You’ll have to serve it with some delicious homemade cornbread or dinner rolls for dipping! Amazing Black Bean Soup Recipe I’m getting antsy for fall to be here so I can break out all of my favorite soup recipes! To get you excited, today I am sharing with you my amazing 20-minute black bean soup!...

As I’m writing this, it’s summertime, which means my salads are packed with seasonal summer produce – corn, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, squash, you name it. These veggies are already so flavorful they can be simply prepared; raw, flash-sautéed, or even grilled. But salads can be wonderful in fall and winter, too. I love combining root vegetables, beans, grains, and winter greens to create hearty yet healthy winter salads. There’s really no wrong time to have a vegan salad, from light and fresh green salads as a side or more substantial lettuce-free salads as a main dish....

This appetizer will have you dipping all night long! If you love tasty appetizers, try this easy million dollar dip, my poolside dip, or stick with a classic 7-layer dip. Bean Dip This addicting bean dip will be your go-to staple for every party or gathering! It’s loaded with all your favorite Mexican-inspired dip flavors and you will devour every bite. It starts with canned refried beans but is taken up a level by all the yummy goodness you add to the beans....

Ahi Tuna Poke Stacks I’ve been making my easy Spicy California Shrimp Stacks for years, but when I got my hands on some tuna, I thought I would share a tuna poke version based off my Spicy Tuna Poke Bowls. These tuna stacks are SO delish and perfect for when you’re craving sushi. They’re such a fun and easy dish that will wow your friends! Serve the stacks with some Spicy Garlic Edamame and make it a meal....

Apples are one of my favorite fruits, and I love adding the sweetness of apples to my recipes. Everyone always thinks of delicious apple desserts when they think of making an apple recipe (have you tried my caramel apple slab pie??) but have you added apples to your salads? I love this broccoli apple salad or this amazing autumn salad with the yummiest dressing! Air Fryer Apple Chips Air fryer apple chips are a quick and easy recipe to dehydrate your apples into a crispy nutritious snack....

Make your night a complete Air Fryer success by serving these zucchini chips with one of my favorite main dishes. Try them with air fryer steak, chicken or salmon. Air Fryer Zucchini Chips Zucchini is one of my all time favorite vegetables. It is so versatile and easy to use. There are just so many different ways to cook with it. Like Lasagna, chocolate or blueberry lemon bread and even pizza crust....

Grilled cheese pairs exquisitely with tomato soup. There is just something about the combination that is homey and comforting. Pick from these favorites to go with your sandwich: Tomato Basil Soup, Fire Roasted Tomato Soup, or Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup. Yummy! Amazing Air Fryer Grilled Cheese One of the best grilled cheese sandwiches that I have ever had was in Boston. They used gouda cheese and told us the secret was using a mixture of mayonnaise and butter on the outside of the grilled cheese....

I’m always looking for fast and easy ways to make my mornings run smoother with my kids, like these air fryer hash browns. I have some other favorite recipes that can be made ahead of time. Try this amazing breakfast casserole or these easy cinnamon rolls. I also love making a big batch of homemade pancake mix to enjoy throughout the week. What Are Air Fryer Hash Browns? Sometimes it can be hard to achieve that crispy golden outside crust on hash browns....

Making quesadillas in the air fryer is literally life-changing! They cook evenly, the melty cheese is delicious, and the tortilla has a crispy golden texture that results in a restaurant-status quesadilla. This is an easy weeknight meal idea that can be made complete with salsa, rice, and beans. What is an Air Fryer Quesadilla? Two simple ingredients create a classic Mexican quesadilla. All you need is cheese and tortillas, and the air fryer does all the work!...

This time it’s a traditional ridge gourd (turia: pronounced tu-ri-ya) curry. This is a curry made predominantly by Gujarati Indians, however many Indian sub-cultures have their own versions of ridge gourd dishes. Here is the recipe for how my Gujarati family cook turia. Traditional Gujarati Turia Curry Ingredients 4 small ridge gourd (turia), peeled and cubed2 tbsp sunflower oil1 tsp cumin1 tsp mustard seeds¼ tsp asafoetida3 medium tomatoes, chopped1 tsp cumin powder1 tsp coriander powder1 tsp ginger, minced2 large cloves garlic, crushed1 green chilli, minced1 tsp sugarSalt to taste...