Every year the kids and I make some kind of Christmas cookies. I mean, what’s Christmas without a jar filled with cookies to snack on? And since “Santa” is forced to eat the cookies every year, we make sure that they taste delicious. The subtle fragrance of cinnamon, clove and nutmeg add so much flavor to these easy classic cookies. They are also amazing with a scoop of ice cream sandwiched between them....

Ingredients The ingredients needed for this crunchy French toast recipe are ones you probably have in your kitchen or pantry already. I like using white bread but you could use any bread of your choice. Eggs, milk/cream and a splash of vanilla for the custard and corn flakes for that crisp coating. I like to fry the French toast in both butter and a splash of oil for maximum flavor but you can use either/or....

Ingredients needed Flour. I’ve made this using 00-flour, regular bread flour and a combination of all-purpose and bread flour. The 00-flour and bread flour produce a chewier loaf but the all purpose flour is still delicious and great if that’s the only flour you have. Instant yeast/active dry yeast. Salt. Sugar. Extra-virgin Olive oil. Warm water. How to make Focaccia bread Freezing and storing Can I add toppings? Yes absolutely....

How to make Greek meatballs This recipe is a version of one of my favorite Greek recipes, Keftedes, that I fall back on all the time. The added feta cheese in the meatball mixture is all kinds of delicious. Combine beef and lamb (you can add pork too), with finely minced red onion, garlic, oregano, lemon zest, rosemary and crumbled feta cheese. Add egg and fresh breadcrumbs to bind and season generously with salt and pepper....

Zucchini is one of our favorite low-carb vegetables and makes a delicious gluten-free side dish that also happens to be low in calories. When it’s zucchini season, I try to use this versatile vegetable in as many ways as possible. From fritters and fries to creamy pastas, it’s really the vegetable that does it all. This sautéed zucchini recipe is super simple and can be made in minutes. Ingredients and Substitutions Zucchini....

I don’t like using the words “healing recipe” because I’m not a doctor and there’s no proof that this broth will heal anything. But I can tell you that this recipe is exactly what I reach for when someone in our home is feeling ill. Sore throats and sinus issues stand no chance against this spicy, warm broth flavored with fresh ginger, garlic, lime and soy sauce (or Tamari/Coconut Aminos if you want to keep it gluten free)....

For me this can qualify as a side dish or as a main dish along with hearty soups as sides. Either way, a simple barley salad such as this one is sure to please everyone in your family. I agree to be sent email. This pearl barley salad is a must-try for anyone looking to add more fiber and nutrients to their diet. It’s easy to prepare, satisfying to eat, and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner....

Traditionally, gulab jamun is made with milk solids called khoya or mawa and fried in ghee (clarified butter). However, this poses a challenge for vegans as dairy products are strictly avoided in their diet. I agree to be sent email. After several trials and errors with substitutions, I got the right combination for a vegan gulab jamun recipe that I have shared here! My happiest moment was when my 15-year-old daughter said this taste was almost close to traditional gulab jamuns....

Updated April 30, 2020 Easy Egg Muffins Are you looking for an easy and healthy breakfast recipe you can enjoy on hectic weekday mornings? I have the perfect recipe for you, Egg Muffins! I love having these mini frittatas on hand! They’re small enough for kids, but great for adults to grab a few for breakfast on the go, too. I like to make them on Sunday so we can enjoy them all week!...

Updated March 26, 2019 On Saturday we had some friends over for a cookout. It was our first cookout of the season and the weather was perfect. It was nice to enjoy our new patio with good food and friends. Josh took the lead and made Grilled Fajita Chicken. We served the chicken with Bush’s Black Bean Fiesta Grillin’ Beans. They were the perfect side to the fajita chicken....

Updated March 26, 2019 Grilled pizza is the BEST and one of our favorite summer meals. Sometimes, we don’t have time to make pizza dough from scratch so we cheat and use store bought flatbread. Flatbread pizzas make a great quick and easy meal and they are always a hit. This Tomato, Avocado, and Burrata Flatbread is one of my favorite pizzas and it takes 15 minutes to make....

Charcuterie boards are having a moment online. Understandably! Who can resist a board stacked with incredible cheeses, meats, crackers, fruit and preserves? It’s also a fantastic way to entertain because it can be prepared in advance and whipped out to wow your guests. To make this board a ghoulish treat for Halloween, I added pumpkins, a skull and plastic spiders but use your imagination and add any spooky decor or touches to make your Halloween charcuterie board as fun as it is delicious....

Making crave-worthy salad at home is actually so darn simple, and this apple cider vinaigrette dressing makes it. I have my greens-lovin’ husband to thank for our nightly salad ritual! Who doesn’t need some extra veggie oomph in their life? We have my amazing Cilantro Lime Dressing, Mediterranean Salad Dressing and Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette on hand at all times. You must try my reader-favorite Homemade Italian Dressing, too! Ingredients Extra virgin olive oil: The rich, bold flavor of high quality olive oil works really well in this salad dressing....

There are few things in life I love more than a delish, satisfying snack situation. Blueberry banana bread is just such a must in the rapidly expanding collection of nanner bread recipes we’ve got going on here! You must know there’s a boatload of stunning healthy banana breads on my site. We love my OG Legit the Best Gluten Free Banana Bread, Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread (tastes like brownies!), and Bakery-Style Whole Wheat Banana Bread with pb....

Updated November 13, 2011 We made homemade graham crackers awhile ago and loved them. So we knew we had to try homemade marshmallows too! We thought it would be fun to give out homemade Smore’s for a special holiday treat! I assumed the marshmallows would be challenging, but I promise, they are so easy and fun to make! You do need a candy thermometer and a Kitchenaid mixer. You have to mix the marshmallows for about 15 minutes....

An introduction to plain congee Growing up in Beijing, white plain congee appears on our dinner table just as often as steamed rice. It is usually served as a side dish that compliments the other mains, such as stir fried veggies and braised meat. I consider the function of congee to be half soup and half starchy staple. Because a full Chinese meal usually contains three dishes and one soup (三菜一汤) with a starchy staple (rice, noodle, bread etc)....

A super simple Instant Pot breakfast congee made with chicken broth and seasoned with ginger and green onion. It’s cooked until gooey, then finished up with crispy bacon, a sunny side up egg, and chili oil. It takes no time to put together and is comforting at any time of the day. {Gluten-free Adaptable} Growing up in Beijing, congee was always a family staple that we often serve at any time of the day....

Instant Pot Mushroom Rice is one recipe that is as easy to prepare as it sounds. With all the right spices in hand, I was done with the cooking part in less than 30 minutes. Not many entrees can qualify for that. Try this the next time you are in a bind or if you are running out of ideas. About this recipe I wanted to share a recipe that was quick and easy....

If you don’t have time to workout, just change your sheets. (We’ll get to the healthy salmon burgers later, don’t you worry). I mean can you think of a worse feeling than coming home from a long day of eating all the food to find a sheet-less bed? No, no you cannot. Except when your socks fall off in your boots. That may be even more dreadful than a naked bed....

Ingredients needed Lamb: I prefer using boneless lamb but any cut of lamb that requires low, slow cooking is suitable. Lamb neck, shoulder, leg of lamb or sliced lamb shanks will work well. If you can find good quality mutton, mutton korma is absolutely delicious but will require longer cooking to tenderize the meat. Cashew nuts: Korma is a cashew nut-based curry. I use whole cashew nuts that I soak in boiling water before blending into a smooth cream....