Luscious yet fresh and bright from the herbs and lemon, it’s delicious alone but pairs especially well with fish, prawns and chicken. An effortless creamy Baked Risotto recipe There will always be a time and place for risotto made the traditional way, stirring leisurely at the stove for a good 25 minutes as cookbooks and Italian nonnas have always insisted. This no-stir, no-sauté, “dump and bake” risotto recipe is for all the other times....
If you’re a football fan than you know there isn’t much better than having some really awesome appetizers to serve your friends and family during game day. One of my favorites is jalapeño poppers because I love spicy food. These end up being a bit like pepper roulette as some are spicier than others, but the cheese and bacon really temper the spice so even the spicy ones are manageable!...
This recipe is made using one of my master sauce recipe, this Peanut Sauce for Stir Fries. Like my All Purpose Stir Fry Sauce, it can be used for any stir fry or noodles using a “formula” (provided in the recipe) and forms the basis for many recipes I’ve shared over the years! Quick Peanut Stir Fry I love being proven wrong over good food. I can usually read a recipe and have a good sense for what it will taste like....
Try it for dinner tonight – as a side, or as the main. Or as a healthy, low carb snack at a gathering! Roasted Parmesan Crusted Cauliflower This Roasted Parmesan Crusted Cauliflower is the low carb, healthier version of these Parmesan Crusted Potatoes I shared a few weeks ago. Because I felt so bad for everyone who left wailing messages along the lines of “I’m trying to be healthy! What are you doing to me!...
I made this easy dinner recipe for our Sunday night meal yesterday, and it was well-received and gobbled up by all. We especially loved the sticky lemon sauce that generously coats the chicken. This will definitely be a repeat dinner recipe at my house! This recipe comes from The Asian Slow Cooker: Exotic Favorites for Your Crockpot by Kelly Kwok (she writes the Life Made Sweeter blog). Why grab Asian takeout when you can make a better, healthier version at home easy in your slow cooker?...
1 lb button mushrooms , or any mushrooms of your choice, medium-sized 1 lb flank steak, or boneless sirloin steak 1 cup pineapple juice ½ cup brown sugar 1 tsp ginger, fresh, grated 2 tsp garlic, minced ⅓ cup soy sauce 4 tbsp vegetable oil, divided To serve: steamed rice mixed sesame seeds, roasted green onions, sliced Place mushrooms & steak into two different pans. For the teriyaki sauce, combine brown sugar, ginger, garlic, pineapple juice, and soy sauce in a large bowl....
My plan for this upcoming holiday season is thus to still bring festivities, cheer and some exciting new ideas on to your Thanksgiving table whilst being mindful of the circumstances we face in these times. So what does this mean? It means that I decided not to share a new whole roast turkey recipe this year, nor a slew of epic new Thanksgiving recipes. I chose to forego styling up and shooting a feast-laden Thanksgiving menu table as I have done in previous years....
Preparation It’s no secret that our founder is a busy person. Running a successful lifestyle brand, hosting multiple television shows, and owning a restaurant, however, doesn’t stop Martha from executing her daily beauty regimen. If you also keep a hectic schedule like the multi-hyphenate, you may be looking for a classic, everyday look to inspire your own routine. If that’s the case, we suggest turning to Martha for inspiration. You might think that the secret to mastering her flawless beauty regimen has to do with the products—but, as Martha and her trusted makeup artist of nearly 10 years, Daisy Toye, will tell you, the application process is just as important....
Preparation Whether it’s going for a walk, spending time with loved ones, or treating yourself to a nice meal, most people actively look for ways to bring joy into their lives. According to a new WalletHub survey, where you live can influence how happy you are. To determine the happiest cities in America, the company compared 182 of the most populated cities in the country across three key categories, including “Emotional & Physical Well-Being,” “Income & Employment,” and “Community and Environment....
Pizza is the ultimate comfort food. It’s what you eat when you’re celebrating a promotion, feeling blue, or just too lazy to cook. What’s not to love? Crisp and tender dough: check. Sweet and tangy marinara sauce: check. Meat and veggie toppings: check. Stringy, ooey-gooey cheese: check. It’s heaven in every bite! But even though pizza is always a hit, it’s not complete without dessert. I’ve rounded up 12 desserts that pair perfectly with pizza....
Preparation Hoda Kotb recently opened up about how she admires the relationships of longstanding couples in Hollywood, whether they are married or not. But, she explained on the Today Show that tying the knot to her fiancé, Joel Schiffman, feels like the final step towards completing their lives together. “With our family, there are a lot of things that are unusual about our grouping and I think that’s it’s good to have all those things in order,” Kotb said....
Welcome to Day 16 of the inaugural Holiday Salad Marathon, where I’m sharing 30 salads in a row through to Christmas Eve. Something different to the usual sugar-loaded baking countdowns!! Today, we’re cauliflowering: Roasted Cauliflower Salad I first shared this Cauliflower Salad way back when I started this website in 2014. It’s a recipe by Yotam Ottolenghi, from his wildly popular cookbook Jerusalem which I recently admitted I was embarrassed to rate as my #1 cookbook because it’s soooooo obvious....
Plenty of different spices and blends will give your food a similar flavor profile – you just have to know where to look! This classic Maryland spice blend is a must for crab boils. But it’s also great on shrimp, fish, and – surprise, surprise – chicken! If you love it as much as I do, chances are you’ve run out once or twice. And when you’re in the middle of cooking, you can’t just drop everything to go shopping....
I know the feeling very well. I’m one of those people who needs a good breakfast to help them stay alert and focused throughout the day. So, whether you’re looking for something sweet or savory, there’s sure to be a recipe that fits your needs. And trust me, with recipes this good, you’ll never miss the sugar-filled cereal or pancake mix again! So get cooking and enjoy these healthy and energizing paleo breakfast recipes....
From cheesecake and brownies to muffins and bread, these sweets infuse decadent peanut butter flavors into your bakes. If you’re in the mood for dessert but don’t feel like indulging, I also have you covered. You can satisfy your peanut butter craving without ruining your diet with healthy options like granola bars and trail mix. Check out these recipes with peanut butter chips to appease the peanut butter lovers in your life!...
Road trips aren’t complete without snacks. Be sure you’ve packed enough nourishment for the long drive! Whether you’re in the mood to indulge or want something clean to nibble on, I have you covered. This last has everything from healthy roasted chickpeas to sinful caramel corn. Fill up the tank and get your itineraries ready. This list will take care of the snacks. 21 Healthy Snacks for Your Next Road Trip 1....
Looking for fresh new grill recipes for your next barbecue? I have you covered. Today, I am sharing a collection of my favorite grill recipes – tender steaks, juicy burgers, flavorful shrimp skewers – you name it! These dishes are not only packed with flavor, but are also easy to prepare. You won’t only get savory suggestions here, but desserts as well. While grilling is mostly all about meats, grilled fruits and veggies are just as mouthwatering....
But let’s clear up a few soup myths before we get to our delicious list of 25 vegetarian soups. Firstly, soup is not boring. This recipe round-up boasts a wide array of textures and tastes from spicy, chunky mulligatawny to smooth, creamy white bean soup. Secondly, soup isn’t just for winter. Sip fall flavors with an apple and celery soup, cool down in summer with gazpacho, enjoy spring greens in asparagus soup, and warm up in the cooler months with hearty potato and leek....
Protein is an integral part of any well-balanced diet, and while most Americans get plenty of it each day, for others, it’s a little more challenging. Some people aren’t big fans of meat; others just get tired of getting all their protein from the same few recipes. Whatever the case, this list of 30 high-protein recipes has plenty of options from which you can choose. Whether you’re a fan of fish or chicken, beans and avocados, or if you prefer to get your protein from cheese and waffles, there’s something here for you....
Sweet, fruity, and lightly spiced, they’re perfect for a post-feast treat. While pumpkin typically takes center stage on Turkey Day, I can’t recommend these spiced, sweet-tart apple desserts enough. I’ve got everything from pies and ice cream to dumplings and cake on this list. So there’s something for everybody and every taste. Whether you just need something small and simple, or a little more over the top, I’ve got you more than covered, So try these delectable Thanksgiving apple desserts today....
