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My heart skips a beat when I think back to the first time I laid mouth on these dream boats. I’ve been wanting to make homemade rice krispie treats FOR.EV.ERRRRRRR. I got to personally taste test Arman’s version multiple times and it was love at first bite. You know why I haven’t made them until this very moment? Because I never had brown rice syrup on hand and when it comes to healthy homemade rice krispie treats, brown rice syrup + nut butter is key in lieu of butter and marshmallows....

We love a good grilled cheese sandwich in this house. From creamy mushrooms to bacon and brie, we love ’em all. But this one, wowza. This is one good sandwich. Bacon and egg is always a good idea but when you sandwich the egg in between two slices of bread the yolk can often burst and that’s just a bummer. That’s why making an egg in a hole for the top layer of the grilled cheese is so genius....

Ok, so we’ve nailed the strawberry overnight oats, blueberry overnight oats, and chocolate peanut butter overnight oats. Oats galore! But what if you want vegan overnight oats without yogurt that are still creamy, thick, and protein-packed? Then this is your recipe! The key is using nutritional powerhouses like chia seeds, nut butter, and hemp seeds to make a magically delish vegan overnight oats recipe that will keep you full for hours....

Updated June 15, 2020 We are continuing our red, white, and blue week with Red, White & Blue Funfetti Sandwich Cookies. You might remember the Funfetti Cookies I recently made. If you’ve tried them, you know they are awesome! Well, I kicked them up a notch for the 4th of July by creating a sandwich cookie. Yep, you get two cookies with a vanilla buttercream in the center. You have to go all out on holidays!...

Using Greek yogurt in baked goods is something I do often. The yogurt acts pretty much the same as sour cream does but doesn’t add as much fat or richness as sour cream does. The combination of Greek yogurt and oil in baking results in soft, moist cakes and breads. This easy banana bread recipe is flavored with vanilla and cinnamon and the tang from the Greek yogurt works perfectly with the sweetness from the bananas....

You can also substitute green beans with other vegetables too. The choices are almost endless and the taste is divine. “Koddel” means Sambar prepared with coconut, in Udupi cuisine. Although it is quite popular across India, it is more predominant in South India. I have shared step by step directions for this fan-favorite recipe. If you prepare the Sambar Powder as I shared in my recipe “How to make Sambar Powder”, then this recipe for Green Beans Sambar becomes even easier to prepare....

We grillinnnnnnnn’! I told you all about my serious relationship with our new grill, right? Right. Grilled fish tacos with the most ridonculous strawberry avocado salsa, grilled balsamic asparagus…we just can’t stop. Except on days like yesterday when the humidity outside mirrors the grill—then we can stop. So, grilled sweet potatoes. Have you tried it? Are hooked? Cheating on the oven? Same same. The best part about grilling sweet potatoes is how fast it is....

Have you ever seen anything purtier?! So fluffy and tangy and just sweet enough. My healthy cream cheese frosting has many brothers and sisters at this point. Chocolate cream cheese frosting, peanut butter cream cheese frosting…the sky’s the limit really. But today’s version is loaded with warm cinnamon for topping all those muffins, banana breads, pancakes, baked oatmeal, you name it. My favorite vehicle is my finger if I’m being honest....

Don’t let the green goddess-ness of this recipe put you off. It’s not one of those healthy recipes that offer nothing in terms of flavor. Is it packed with nutrients? Absolutely. Is it also incredibly delicious? You betcha. I don’t do boring, bland or tasteless food so you can trust me when I say this soup is really tasty. It’s also a great way to use up leftover vegetables you might have in the fridge....

More so because there are several Indian recipes that are prepared with Yogurt or with buttermilk, but it is an expensive endeavor if you purchase Soy Yogurt at the grocery store. Hence the need for the Homemade version! In response to several requests from my readers, I am happy to share this recipe with you today. I agree to be sent email. There is a little bit of science to it, but without going into much of those details, it is an easy procedure to follow and has a very short ingredient list....

This popular Indian breakfast is not only healthy but also delicious when you serve with chutney and potato masala or sambar. I must admit that since I grew up eating this breakfast delicacy all through my childhood and watching my mother prepare it, I must have learned this by observing and imitating. I did not expect to receive a recipe request for preparing the Dosa batter. I agree to be sent email....

Updated January 29, 2020 This post is sponsored by Kroger. Taco Nights Are Our Favorite Nights Our boys love helping us meal plan and every week they ask for tacos on Taco Tuesdays. They make sure every Tuesday night is a taco night. We love mixing up the kind of tacos we have (steak, salmon, veggie), but one of their all-time favorite tacos are Instant Pot Chicken Tacos. They LOVE them and we love making them because they are so easy!...

I’ve had a reputation for losing things ever since I was little. When my friends and I used to get dropped off at the mall by our parents, I would leave my purse in one of the stores every time. It was expected. I’m that kind of paradoxical person that’s responsibly irresponsible and unorganized. Somehow I make it work. I swear everyday I put something down and can’t remember where I put it....

It’s a great dinner recipe for the winter season for its nutritional benefits. Served alongside side dishes like raita or potato kurma makes it a complete meal that your entire family can enjoy, and you do not even have to spend much time in the kitchen. With more than a full serving of fenugreek leaves in every dish, this methi pilaf or methi rice recipe is an excellent source of iron, folate, vitamin C, and vitamin K....

Do we not all need a plate o’ cookies right about now? I know I do. These gorgeous cherry cookies are sublime. Happy Valentine’s day to meeee! These gems were inspired by my Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies (which use peanut butter and coconut for an unforgettable cookie) and Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies. A must make! The chew. The crisp edges. The buttery, almondy, chocolate cherry kissed flavor....

Updated November 12, 2020 If you are an Oreo cookie fan, you are going to LOVE these easy Oreo Balls. You only need three ingredients: Oreo cookies, cream cheese, and chocolate! That is it! Oreo balls are always a favorite treat at parties, especially during the holidays. I make these every year because they are pretty to add to any cookie platter and people go crazy for them! And you really can’t go wrong with a 3-ingredient no-bake treat, especially during the busy holiday season!...

Updated March 26, 2019 Cookies are always on my brain. I think about new cookie creations during the day and dream about cookies at night. It is an obsession, an obsession I love. Cookies make me happy and I love sharing my cookie recipes with the world. I hope you are not tired of my cookie recipes because I just created another new cookie recipe that needs to be shared....

Updated March 26, 2019 Ok, I know it is the new year and people are trying to exercise and eat healthy, which is good and all, but you have to take a break from your salad to make my Peanut Butter Pretzel Caramel Popcorn. You see, the Golden Globes are on Sunday and that means it is party time. You can’t watch the award show without party food and this sweet and salty popcorn is amazing!...

Updated May 04, 2023 Pico de Gallo is a classic fresh salsa that is great with tortilla chips or any Mexican meal. You only need six ingredients to make the BEST Pico de Gallo recipe! I love making Pico de Gallo because it is so simple and fresh! You can’t go wrong with this classic salsa. It is also great with tacos, burritos, quesadillas, taquitos, enchiladas, nachos, and MORE!...

Updated June 02, 2020 Josh is a pizza fanatic and has passed his love for pizza onto our boys. They would eat pizza for dinner every night if I let them. I like pizza, but I don’t want it every single night:) We usually make pizza on Friday nights or for game days. I am ok with that. Last Friday night, I surprised my boys with Pizza Stuffed Chicken Roll-Ups instead of traditional pizza and they loved it!...