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How to make Taco Seasoning

I have been trying for YEARS to come up with a homemade version of my favorite store bought taco seasoning, but could never get it quite right. I have finally nailed it! Hallelujah! Behold: the easiest, most delicious blend of seasonings for your taco meat, that makes juicy, flavorful tacos. There is a secret ingredient…

Easy Sesame Noodles with Spring Veggies

This Sesame Noodles recipe is my new favorite summer dinner! And guys it’s SO EASY. The sesame peanut sauce is blended up in no time and absolutely to-die-for. Swirl it in with some fresh cold spaghetti noodles and dinner is done! I added a thousand vegetables to make it a whole meal. I could put…

Thai Cucumber Salad (for Chicken Satay)

This easy Thai Cucumber Salad recipe is light and refreshing! It is the perfect relish to go alongside Chicken Satay and Peanut Sauce. Quickly pickled cucumbers, shallots, peppers, and cilantro come together to make the perfect summer side dish for anything coming off the grill, whether it be Thai food or your regular grill menu!…

Shakshuka, But Better

Shakshuka (Eggs in Purgatory) is one of those dishes that is so iconic that dozens of cultures claim it as their own. Even knowing this, the most basic recipe (eggs poached in a spiced onion and tomato sauce) was totally underwhelming to me. I found the secret: adding white beans and goat cheese changes everything!…

Beef and Broccoli

Beef and Broccoli can be so hit and miss, right? Sometimes it’s transcendent, other times it’s gloopy and chewy. I’ve figured out the secrets! If you’re a Chinese food lover, make this easy homemade Beef and Broccoli recipe for a healthy dinner that’s faster (and cheaper) than takeout. A few Asian pantry staples are all…

How to Cook Rice on the Stove

Do you know how to cook rice on the stove? It’s actually SO easy to make rice in a pot. I promise you don’t need a fancy rice cooker appliance! If you’re tired of burned, mushy, bland rice, we are going to fix that today! I will show you step by step exactly how I…

Mexican Street Corn Dip Recipe

This corn dip recipe tastes just like an elote (Mexican street corn). It is the perfect combo of sweet corn and savory tart cheese. Plus it’s a lot easier to eat AND you get tortilla chips. Win! Originally published June 16, 2017. My cousin Lani has been making this corn dip for every family get-together…

Chicken Tikka Masala Slow Cooker Recipe

I’ve been making this Chicken Tikka Masala recipe for years, but recently adapted it for the slow cooker. It is SO GOOD. I may never go back! Tikka Masala is the one dish that I never get tired of ordering at Indian restaurants and this version is super easy and tastes restaurant quality. Originally posted…

Banh Mi Sandwich Recipe

This traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi Sandwich will blow your mind! A mini soft baguette, smeared with sriracha mayo, topped with thinly sliced marinated pork, pickled vegetables, and tons of cilantro. It’s heaven! Originally published July 19, 2018. This is the Best Banh Mi Sandwich Recipe This morning I went to Safeway at 6:45am. Never in my…

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