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Lemon Blueberry Zucchini Muffins

Lemon Blueberry Zucchini Muffins That Taste Like Summer Every summer I end up with more zucchini than I know what to do with, and while I’ll never stop making zucchini bread, these Lemon Blueberry Zucchini Muffins have become one of the recipes I…

Stuffed Acorn Squash

This stuffed acorn squash is the coziest fall dinner, roasted until caramelized and piled with a pecan-rice stuffing! It’s naturally…

Black Bean Spread with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

This creamy Black Bean Spread is packed with rich sun-dried tomatoes, briny capers, garlic, and olive oil. It’s a quick Mediterranean-inspired recipe that works as a dip, sandwich spread, or appetizer and comes together in just 10 minutes. I usually make this spread whenever I have leftover cooked black beans in the refrigerator after meal […]

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Grain-Free Granola

I love granola, and this grain-free granola is no exception. Most granola recipes are oat-based, but this one is oat-free. Regardless, it offers a sweet, nutty crunch that’s reminiscent of my most popular granola recipe. Like any good granola, it’s irresistible. When I first heard of grain-free granola, I was perplexed by the concept. I’m…

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Caprese Chicken Cutlets

Caprese Chicken Cutlets: A Fresh Twist on a Classic Chicken Dinner If you’re looking for a new way to serve chicken, you have to try these Caprese Chicken Cutlets. Crispy Parmesan chicken topped with a fresh caprese salad is simple, beautiful, an…

Puppy Chow Brownies

Puppy Chow Brownies Are the Ultimate Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert If you’ve made my Homemade Puppy Chow recipe before, you know it’s one of the most popular treats on Two Peas & Their Pod. Whether you call it puppy chow or muddy budd…

How to Cook Dried Beans Perfectly Every Time (Plus My Best Soaking Tips) 

Over the years, I’ve discovered that cooking dried beans isn’t just about making them soft. A few simple techniques can improve their flavor, make them easier to digest, and even increase the amount of resistant starch that supports gut health. I’ll show you exactly how I do it every time. Learning how to cook dried […]

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Chicken Satay

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce and Cucumber Mango Salad There are some meals that feel restaurant-worthy but are actually simple enough to make at home, and this Chicken Satay is one of them. The chicken is incredibly juicy thanks to a flavorful cocon…

How to Make Homemade Milk Kefir (Two Easy Methods)

Creamy, tangy, and packed with natural probiotics, homemade milk kefir is surprisingly easy to make. Whether you prefer the traditional countertop method or my favorite thermos method, this simple recipe will show you how to make delicious homemade kefir with just two ingredients. There’s something incredibly satisfying about making your own fermented foods. Homemade milk […]

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

Close-up of sliced pumpkin bread with melted chocolate chips on a cooling rack, with cinnamon sticks and a small decorative pumpkin in the background.Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread is an easy quick bread recipe that’s super moist thanks to all the pumpkin. It’s full of warm fall spices and gooey chocolate chips and is the best breakfast or dessert for fall! Why I Love This Recipe I never get tired of pumpkin anything, and when fall finally arrives, I…

Chocolate S’mores Cookies

Rich and Decadent Chocolate S’mores Cookies If you’ve made my S’mores Cookies, you know how much I love turning the classic campfire treat into a bakery-style cookie. They’re one of my favorite summer desserts, but after making …

Crockpot Apple Butter Recipe

A close-up of a glass jar filled with thick, brown crock pot apple butter. In the background, there is a whole apple and a slice of bread spread with the rich apple butter on a white plate.Crockpot Apple Butter is so easy to make with just a few ingredients. It’s a thick applesauce with more condensed flavor and is perfect on toast or in recipes during apple season and homemade is so much better than what you get in the store. Apple Butter is expensive and it’s so easy to make…

Berry Icebox Cake

The Berry Icebox Cake I Make Every Summer When the temperatures climb, I want desserts that are simple, refreshing, and don’t require turning on the oven. That’s exactly why I come back to this Berry Icebox Cake every summer. It takes just …

Cherry Almond Scones

The Best Cherry Almond Scones for Breakfast or Brunch I’ve made a lot of scones over the years (they’re one of my favorite things to bake!), and these Cherry Almond Scones are definitely a favorite. The scones are rich without being heavy, …

Chocolate Layer Cake with Hazelnut Mascarpone Cream

Looking for a rich chocolate cake without being overly sweet? This Chocolate Layer Cake combines soft chocolate sponge, a light tea syrup, and fluffy Hazelnut Chocolate Mascarpone Cream for a dessert that’s incredibly moist, creamy, and always the first to disappear at any celebration. Every family has that one cake everyone hopes will appear on […]

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Hazelnut Chocolate Mascarpone Cream

This Hazelnut Chocolate Mascarpone Cream is one of those recipes you’ll find yourself making again and again. It’s light, fluffy, rich in chocolate-hazelnut flavor, and comes together with just three simple ingredients. Use it to fill cakes, frost cupcakes, or simply spoon it into dessert glasses with fresh berries. Some recipes become favorites because they’re […]

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Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Pineapple Salsa

The Grilled Pork Tenderloin Recipe We Make All Summer Long As soon as grilling season arrives, pork tenderloin goes into regular dinner rotation at our house. It’s one of those proteins that’s easy to prepare, cooks quickly, and always turn…

Roasted Cauliflower Street Corn Tacos

Roasted Cauliflower Street Corn Tacos Are My Favorite Summer Dinner My Roasted Cauliflower Chickpea Tacos have been a reader favorite for years, so I decided to give them a fresh summer makeover. The original recipe has all of the smoky, roasted flavor…

Ramen Noodle Salad

Who else grew up eating ramen noodle salad at potlucks and cookouts? This recipe is my updated take on the nostalgic summer side dish. It stars crisp veggies, juicy orange segments, a sweet and tangy vinaigrette, and the best part: a crunchy mix of toa…

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