School is back in session, and we are serving up our nine favorite school lunches. Many of these recipes can be made ahead to save you time as you juggle school, meals, work, and more throughout the week. Of course, all of these recipes are delicious, and your kids will love them!
This avocado cucumber salad is the most refreshing side dish. I love serving this up when I need something vibrant that will brighten up the table spread. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll be making it on repeat all summer. You know those recipes that are so good that once you make them, you want to eat them ALL the time?! That’s what I do with this avocado cucumber salad every summer....
Beer ice cream? Yep, you heard that right. And we aren’t talking about an ice cream float using beer. This beer ice cream combines the creaminess of the sweet treat and flavor of beer and trust us, it’s delicious! Who would have thought that beer and ice cream pair well together? But really, they do! Beer that has sweeter notes or a malt flavor work best for this recipe as they complement the creamy, sweetness of ice cream....
This kale minestrone recipe will show you the difference between a good and an AMAZING minestrone recipe. I have four simple tricks to ensure the broth is packed full of rich flavor. Prepare for minestrone magic! There is so much to love about this minestrone soup with kale recipe. If I’m being honest, it took me a while to get into minestrone soup—my experiences had always involved soggy pasta and limp spinach—that’s a no from me!...
This is the homemade strawberry ice cream recipe that dreams are made of. It’s super creamy and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. This iconic summer treat is easy to make at home and only takes about 30 minutes of hands-on prep time. Plus, I use two unique ingredients to make this ice cream super creamy and never icy. I’ve spent a long time dialing in this strawberry ice cream, and the secret is treating it like real ice cream....
Summer entertaining means refreshing desserts will be on the menu, so I’ve rounded up my most popular vegan summer desserts for you! From fruity crumbles to vegan ice cream, delicious squares, and summery pies, I’ve got all the vegan summer goodness to keep your sweet tooth happy. Cobblers, crumbles, and energy balls Seasonal fruits, like fresh berries and peaches, are at their absolute best in summer. Highlight their natural sweetness by contrasting it with some delicious crunch....
This Christmas granola is the perfect homemade food gift. With red cranberries, green pistachios, white chocolate chips, and warm spices, it’s a festive treat that everyone will appreciate. It’s simple to make, great for gifting, and is ready in just 45 minutes! If you’ve always wanted to make a food gift for the holidays, give this Christmas granola a try. This festive crowd-pleaser is filled with oats, nuts, dried cranberries, and coconut ribbons....
Lightly sweetened coconut milk is sandwiched between two layers of tangy, fresh raspberry puree, creating a delicious coconut raspberry popsicle. Tart raspberries and creamy coconut are a delightful combo and an elegant, adult way to enjoy a frozen treat. No doubt the kids will like ’em, too! All you have to do to enjoy these raspberry popsicles is pop 3 ingredients in a blender or food processor, pour, and freeze! It’s ridiculously easy to make your own homemade popsicles and everyone you share these with will be absolutely smitten!...
If you want a simple, vibrant, and flavor-packed side dish, prepare to fall in love with these restaurant-worthy cumin-roasted carrots . They’re my go-to when I want to round out a meal with something bright and irresistible. I’ll show you how to finish it off with the most amazing cilantro lime crema. This impressive side dish comes together in 45 minutes, and many steps can be made ahead. Every week, a bag of carrots makes its way into my cart....
This green goddess dressing recipe is a creamy, delicious take on a classic. It’s made without dairy or mayonnaise, and we think this version tastes much better than the original! We’ve tweaked our favorite green goddess dressing . It has fewer ingredients, is easier to make, but is every bit as delicious. Why we love this green goddess dressing It’s creamy without using any mayonnaise or dairy. The shorter ingredient list means you’re using fewer items from your fridge and pantry....
This Easter, impress your guests with a show-stopping Easter charcuterie board with delightful surprises. I’ll walk you through step-by-step instructions to create a uniquely Easter-themed cheese platter that’s easy, delicious, and festive. Adding fun, playful elements to your charcuterie board is the best way to bring Easter spirit to your table. 🐇 When it comes to holidays, Easter is a fan favorite. It’s probably due to the permission to eat chocolate or the warmer weather (at least for those in the northern hemisphere)....
Make your salad dreams come true with my rich, creamy, easy Caesar salad dressing. This full-flavor dressing is quick to make and tastes better than store-bought. There are times when only a creamy dressing will do. This is my go-to easy Caesar dressing for those nights when we want all the classic Caesar salad flavor without the fuss. Caesar dressing is typically made by emulsifying oil into an egg yolk, exactly as mayonnaise is ....
This grilled chicken pad thai is an easy, flavorful, and satisfying summer meal. Tender rice noodles are tossed in a zesty sauce and topped with fresh-grilled chicken, corn, and peaches. It’s a delicious light meal that’s perfect for barbecue season, and it’s ready in under an hour! Once you try this grilled chicken pad thai, there is no going back! We keep the flavors light and summery with sweet grilled peaches and corn, fresh herbs, and a bright pop of lime....
Let’s cut to the chase: every time I make my ground beef chili recipe, everyone asks for the recipe. There is one secret ingredient that totally changes the game, and I’ll share it with more secrets for the meatiest, heartiest, most comforting bowl of chili! Whether it’s a cozy Sunday dinner or meal prep for the week, this is the chili I come back to again and again. It’s hearty with lean ground beef and kidney beans, rich with fire-roasted tomatoes and beef broth, and layered with chili powder, cumin, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder — simple ingredients that build serious flavor....
Learn how to make Julia Child’s chocolate mousse! Julia’s version of this classic French dessert uses raw eggs instead of heavy cream, and brandy for a boozy orange flavor. It’s decadent, airy, and easier to make than you might think! It’s satisfying to master a skill like Julia Child’s chocolate mousse. Her recipe is by far the best chocolate mousse we’ve tasted. It is rich and decadent while also being light, airy, and silky smooth....
This lemon tahini dressing is easy to make and so delicious. It’s creamy with a tangy lemon flavor and goes so well with all your favorite salads. There are so many reasons I love this lemon tahini dressing, starting with the fact that it’s creamy in the most satisfying way — without a drop of dairy. Tahini adds a light, nutty flavor that pairs well with a variety of salads, and a generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice keeps everything bright and balanced....
Celebrate mom with these Mother’s Day brunch recipes! From sweet treats to savory favorites, these delicious recipes are guaranteed to impress Mom! Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes Happy Mother’s Day to all of you gorgeous, lovely ladies!! Mother’s Day brunch is so fun and a great opportunity to have a super pretty, feminine breakfast. There are few things more luxurious than brunch so it’s the perfect way to celebrate mom and show her how special she is....
Vibrant tacos meet the rich flavors of oxtail in this incredible oxtail tacos recipe! The meat is seasoned and then slowly braised in a luscious and flavorful sauce until it’s fall-apart tender. The deeply savory and succulent oxtail is loaded up onto warm tortillas and contrasted with some simple slaw, crema, and cilantro for the most decadent taco! Get ready to win taco night with these delicious oxtail tacos. I’ve made a lot of taco recipes , and this one is one of my favorites....
This raw beet salad with carrots and apples is a fresh take on coleslaw. The mint and cumin vinaigrette is ridiculously flavorful. This mayo-free side dish is perfect for your summer BBQs and winter dinners alike! This salad will remind you of summer: hot days, sweet vegetables, and sunshine. That said, it’s made with certifiable winter veggies: beets, apples, and carrots. It’s truly a salad that you can make year-round!...
Roasted pumpkin seeds are the best part of carving a pumpkin. Cooking pumpkin seeds is incredibly easy, and they turn out crispy and delicious every time with my recipe. Bonus: I share my five favorite pumpkin seed seasonings! Do we all agree that the best part of carving pumpkins is snacking on roasted pumpkin seeds for days afterward? It’s easily the most rewarding part of the whole process. If you’ve been tossing the seeds in the trash after carving your jack-o’-lantern, it’s time to stop....
