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Because with this list, you’re set for the whole month! Broccoli is vibrant, fun, and loaded with nutritional benefits. Plus, it’s super versatile! From raw and steamed to pureed and grilled, you really can’t go wrong. And because it’s also affordable and available all year, it makes for a fantastic go-to ingredient, whether you’re vegan or not. These vegan broccoli recipes are family-friendly and even kid-approved. So, get your pans and pots ready because it’s time to broc and roll!...

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to show Mom how much you love her than treating her to an intimate, lovely brunch with all her favorite foods on the table. The only problem? Mom’s the one who always makes the best food! Luckily, I have you covered. This list of the 30 best Mother’s Day brunch ideas is sure to wow mom, but it won’t require you to put in too much work either....

From peppermint bark to peppermint s’mores, this list of 30 delightful desserts gives you lots of opportunities to enjoy old classics and find new favorites. Perhaps you’ll start a new family tradition by baking peppermint cake on Christmas Eve? Or maybe you can get the kids involved this year, turning them into Santa’s little helpers for a batch of candy cane tarts? When the temperature drops, you’ll need something sweet and comforting to keep in the heat....

Preparation Today’s cat litters are made from several types of materials. The first litter for indoor use was invented by Edward Lowe in the late 1940s, according to NPR, when he realized that the clay he sold to construction companies was absorbent enough to soak up waste and would be much better than the sand that people currently used. Clay eventually became the dominant choice for cat litter and, since then, new materials have been developed for the use in our cats’ litter boxes over the past century....

Preparation Some of the most incredible discoveries in the world happen where we least expect them. This was the case for one art collector, who stumbled upon a rare drawing on his way to a get-together in 2019, CNN reports. Clifford Schorer, a Boston-based collector, forgot to bring a present for the party he was attending, so he stopped by a bookstore that sold collectables on his way. During his visit, the bookseller asked him if he could return at a later date to take a look at a drawing that his friend discovered a few years earlier....

The extra ingredient to make this smoothie truly exceptional is the acai berry which contains many health benefits including nutrients and promoting weight loss. Naturally the acai berry is tart and earthy which balances the sweet whole fruits within the smoothie. Serve this vegan berry smoothie any time throughout the day for a wholesome energy boost. Learn how to make this copycat version of the Acai Berry Boost Tropical Smoothie by following these steps:...

Mousse is a very stable dessert that won’t melt or lose it’s great texture if you linger too long at the table. That makes it great to serve at parties or buffets. Mousse is also a terrific filling for cakes, trifles or layered with crushed cookies for a pretty parfait. Because it has a nice rich taste with plenty of chocolate flavor, a little can go a long way. For fun, pipe Baileys Chocolate Mousse onto spoons or into miniature dessert bowls with fruit on the side; it’s a great way to serve a crowd....

Pork tenderloin is one of the most delicious cuts of meat available. It’s lean, tender, and can be prepared with any number of flavor combinations. For this recipe, we’ll use a simple BBQ rub that’s both sweet and savory, which accentuates the natural flavors of the pork. You won’t be disappointed! Make Sure it’s Pork Tenderloin, not Pork Loin Pork tenderloin and pork loin are two different cuts of meat....

These cheesecake bars are everything you want in a sweet and simple-to-make bar recipe. A sweet and crunchy crust is topped with a creamy cheesecake layer dotted with miniature chocolate chips. Since they’re kept in the refrigerator, they’re on the ready when you feel like munching on a cool, sweet treat! This recipe comes from a new book by my blogging friend Jocelyn Brubaker: Cheesecake Love- Inventive, Irresistible, and Super-Easy Cheesecake Desserts for Every Day....

The recipe is one that I spotted while reading through one of the newest cookbooks I have on my shelf: Monday Morning Cooking Club. It’s a rather interesting cookbook indeed. The authors are from Australia, so it’s fascinating to read the stories that go along with the recipes. Some of the recipes have some out-of-the-ordinary ingredients, so it’s not one that I’d cook from every day… but it’s a great one to buy if you’re a cookbook collector....

For Crust: 1½ cups chocolate cookies, crushed, fillings removed before crushing ¼ cup unsalted butter For Filling: 5 oz dark chocolate, shaved 6 egg yolks, large 1¼ cups milk 1¼ cups heavy cream ½ cup brown sugar 3 tbsp cornstarch 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed, chilled 1 tsp vanilla extract ½ tsp salt For Whipped Cream: 1 cup heavy cream, chilled 2 tbsp powdered sugar ¼ tsp vanilla extract For Garnish: chocolate chips...

1½ tsp Da Hong Pao loose leaf tea 4 cups water Preheat the teapot and teacup or traditional gaiwan. To do this, fill each vessel with hot water, rinse, and then discard the water. Place the loose leaf tea leaves in a tea strainer. Heat water to between 95 and 205 degrees F and pour into a gaiwan (Chinese lidded cup) or teacup. Set the strainer with the tea leaves in the cup and steep for 1 minute....

Preparation You’ve likely heard the term “inflammation” brought up time and again, in your doctor’s office and beyond—and for good reason. This is an incredibly common bodily reaction that happens to everyone and involves the immune system responding to a foreign irritant of some kind. It might be a physical injury, like a cut or a scrape, or an invisible invader, like a virus. The body’s response to these triggers can leave certain areas swollen, warm, red, or painful—and might even lead to loss of function, says Magdalena Cadet, M....

They might be a little creepy, but they’re totally delicious! These Eyeball Truffles are a classic Oreo truffle turned into a fun Halloween party treat. Plan to make these for your Halloween festivities, and they will disappear quickly! They’re simple to make and you’ll need just a few ingredients. Scroll to the bottom of this post to print out the complete recipe. How to make Eyeball Truffles: A package of Oreos is crushed into crumbs and combined with a package of cream cheese....

From Brussels sprouts and pumpkin soup to roasted vegetables, these sides for fall bring the flavors of the season. Fall is the season of cool weather, rustling leaves, colorful vegetables, and warming spices. It’s also all about baked goods and comfort foods, which is exactly why it’s my favorite season! Today, I’m sharing a rundown of the best fall side dishes to accompany your autumn feast. 24 Best Fall Side Dishes That Go Beyond Sweet Potatoes 1....

This is how I prepare cauliflower for roasting, steaming or boiling to make puree. I seem to keep repeating myself in every cauliflower recipe so I thought it would just be handy to share a neat little tutorial post I can refer you to. 🙂 How to cut cauliflower florets Cut larger cauliflower florets in half or even thirds so they are all (roughly) the same size. This will ensure they cook evenly....

Preparation Of all the homemade pies out there, those with a woven lattice topper are the true stars—they’re so aesthetically pleasing. If you haven’t yet attempted one (they can be intimidating), allow us to give you the nudge—and the tools—you need to get started. With the correct strategy and plenty of patience, your lattice pie will be the standout on the cookout dessert table, especially if you use summer fruits for the filling....

For the Salad: 2 cup fennel bulb, thinly sliced ½ cup fat-free sour cream ½ cup plain fat-free yogurt ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped 1 tbsp lemon rind, grated 1 tbsp honey ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper 1 garlic clove, minced For the Burgers: ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled, with basil and garlic ¼ cup pimiento-stuffed olives, chopped 2 tbsp Greek seasoning...

Preparation Considering she’s someone who is always on the move, Martha thought it was only appropriate to team up with Easy Spirit to create a footwear line for busy women everywhere. From ballet flats and boots to sandals and mules, our founder’s brand-new shoe line has something for everyone. What’s more, the styles are available in an array of materials, exclusive prints, and in colors that pop for both daytime and evening wear....

Pineapple Fried Rice Pineapple Fried Rice is of Thai origin, though there’s iterations of it all around the world. While some recipes use little more than a dash of soy sauce, this is a recipe that stays true to the Thai way and will evoke memories of warm balmy evenings in Thailand, eating at beach shack diners with your toes squidging in the sand, sipping on fruit cocktails. Or – at rickety tables at your cheerful local Thai restaurant....