It’s vegan, and it’s made with Instant pot. If that sounds simple, wait till you taste the end product! This hearty winter-ready soup will warm you up from the inside out! I agree to be sent email. I have been trying out all kinds of soup recipes this week. So far, I have a few good ones, like mulligatawny soup, sweet potato chili, and quinoa vegetable soup. Along those lines, I hope you will enjoy this soup recipe with fresh mushrooms as much as I enjoyed making it....

Published on July 30, 2024 That’s why I like shopping at Walmart for back-to-school essentials! From the trendiest backpacks to the cutest lunch boxes, Walmart has EVERYTHING you need to start the school year in style without spending a fortune. Here are my top picks of back-to-school essentials that’ll make you and your kiddos the stars of the school year! My Top Picks Reviews of Back-to-School Essentials at Walmart 1....

Published on August 23, 2024 These No Bake Almond Joy Bars are a delicious treat combining chocolate, coconut, and almonds. They will remind you of the classic candy bar, but they are a healthier homemade version. The bars are packed with protein, but still taste like dessert! These No Bake Almond Joy Bars are a delicious treat combining chocolate, coconut, and almonds. They will remind you of the classic candy bar, but I think they are even better....

Updated March 26, 2019 Caleb is going through a phase where he claims he doesn’t like vegetables. He would eat almost any vegetable when he was younger, but now he says he doesn’t like them and that vegetables are “mommy” food. This is crazy because Josh loves vegetables and eats them all of the time. We do our best to set a good example by eating healthy and we give our kids the opportunity to try lots of foods, including lots of vegetables....

Published on November 12, 2021 Pear Brie Flatbread-flatbread with melty brie, juicy pear slices, a drizzle of honey, and fresh rosemary! Easy to make and the flavors are incredible! FYI, our cookbook has 100 recipes that aren’t on the blog and 15 favorites from the blog. If you don’t have a copy, you need one, order here! Ok, back to the flatbread. This is the PERFECT party appetizer. It is EASY, but feels fancy....

Updated October 28, 2015 For the recipe, check out my guest post on Tasty Kitchen. I am warning you, poppy chow is addicting! I am going to make a big batch to give away to friends for the holidays. It is simple to make and everyone will love it. And hopefully, it will make it out the door:)

Published on October 25, 2021 Potato Soup- this classic potato soup recipe is rich, creamy, and comforting! It’s the perfect one pot meal for a cold day! Top your bowl with bacon, cheese, green onions, and a dollop of sour cream! Oh, so cozy! This classic Potato Soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food. The potato soup is made with buttery Yukon gold potatoes and is loaded with bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and sour cream....

Updated March 26, 2019 Have you tried Pretzel M&M’s? We splurged and bought a bag this weekend. They are the latest addition to the M&M family and they are scrumptious. The M&M’s have a colorful candy shell, like all M&M’s, but inside the milk chocolate there is a crunchy pretzel. Genius! I had to hide the bag from Josh. I wasn’t trying to hog them, I just wanted to save them to bake pretzel M&M cookies....

Updated April 28, 2011 1 ½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour Zest of two large lemons ¼ tsp. baking soda ¼ tsp. salt 6 Tbsp. (3 oz.) unsalted butter, at room temperature ¾ cup granulated sugar 1 large egg ½ tsp. vanilla extract ⅓ cup buttermilk Fresh blueberries Glaze: Confectioners sugar Fresh lemon juice Lemon zest Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone liners. I used my Silpats....

Updated November 13, 2011 We also celebrated Thanksgiving on Saturday. I know we jumped the gun, but Thanksgiving is my dad’s favorite holiday…really the only one he likes. Food and football, how can anyone not like it??? So since we aren’t going home to Illinois this year he wanted to cook us a feast before he left. I will be sharing some of the recipes this week from our family dinner....

Updated July 15, 2020 I indulged during December, but I am resetting and eating all of the greens and healthy things I can get my hands on. I am in full blown salad mode. I love a good salad and when I say good I mean GOOD. I don’t do boring or wimpy salads. I want a salad that will leave me satisfied and feeling good. This Roasted Cauliflower, Feta, and Orzo Salad fits the bill....

We have many traditions during December, but one that I’m very fond of is the making of Rocky Road. I make a big batch every year and keep it in the fridge for family and friends to nibble on when they come visit. It also happens to be one of the kids favourite Festive treats and they quickly remind me when I need to make another batch. What I love most about rocky road is that you can add whatever you want to it....

This post is sponsored by The Hershey Company. I made you a bread pudding fit for a queeeeeen!! Or a king. S’mores are one of those special occasion treats, dontcha think? You kind of need warm weather and you kind of need a bonfire, unless you’re ambitious enough to toast the mallows over an open flame in the comfort of your own home. The combination of marshmallows + chocolate + graham crackers is one that most definitely tops my fave treats list....

Updated May 20, 2019 Zucchini season has been giving our Inspiralizer a workout! We have been inspiralizing up a storm! I love using our inspiralizer because it gets our boys to eat their veggies. They love watching veggies turn into magical noodles. We have been making our favorite 5-Ingredient Spinach Parmesan Zucchini Noodles and Zucchini Noodles with Pesto on a regular basis. My boys, Josh included, are also loving Sausage and Peppers with Zucchini Noodles, a recipe from Inspiralize Everything, Ali’s new cookbook....

Learn how to create a hearty, whole grain savory oatmeal bowl with only 4 ingredients and in 5 minutes! Oats are an incredibly versatile whole grain. You might be familiar with sweet oatmeal bowls that are topped with fruit and honey. But once you’ve tried making your oats into a savory bowl, you’ll be surprised at how easy and quick it is to create a one-bowl meal! The recipe I’m sharing today is inspired by a traditional Chinese chicken and spinach congee....

As South Africans, we have been privileged to spend time in the bush and on game drives many times before but never has it been this special. Of course the game drives are absolutely mind-blowing and the lodge itself was stunning but what made Silvan Safari so special was the staff. The staff at Silvan Safari We were met by lodge manager Stefan, our game driving team Keenan and Vic and our butler, Sam....

Updated March 26, 2019 This is a sponsored post by Hunt’s tomatoes. All opinions are our own. It is cold outside, but not in our kitchen. We have been cooking up warm and comforting meals to keep us warm during the freezing winter months. One of our favorite meals is this Slow Cooker Black Bean Tortilla Soup. I love this soup because it is comfort food in a bowl, but is still New Years resolutions friendly....

Updated March 26, 2019 If you’ve been reading the blog, you know I am currently obsessed with Dorie Greenspan’s new cookbook, Dorie’s Cookies. I featured it in our Holiday Gift Guide and in our Cookbook Gift Guide. It is my favorite cookbook of the year and probably my favorite cookbook ever. When I heard Dorie was coming out with a cookbook all about cookies, I knew it was going to be good, but Dorie really nailed this one....

Published on September 08, 2021 Baked Spaghetti Squash with Pesto, Fresh Mozzarella, and Roasted Tomatoes is an easy and delicious vegetarian meal that is perfect for summer, fall, or anytime! I think spaghetti squash is a very underrated vegetable. It is one of my favorites and I think everyone needs to love it too, ha! It’s nutritious, delicious, and easy to make. It’s also a good substitute for pasta if you are eating gluten-free or limiting carbs....

Updated April 06, 2021 Loaded with nutritious veggies and bright color, this Split Pea Soup is a classic that’s perfect for chilly days and weeknights that call for comfort food! It is also a great recipe to use up leftover ham! Let’s talk soup! It is one of my favorite things to make during the cold months. I love a good one pot meal that is hearty, comforting, and nourishing....