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1-Pot Kabocha Chickpea Miso Soup

Ever followed a restaurant on social media, found yourself drooling over everything they posted, and then realized you’re too far away to place an order? When in that predicament, the only solution is to get into your own kitchen. And so, this Kabocha …

Cauliflower Salad with Dates & Pistachios

Whether you’re ready for fall or hanging onto the last days of summer, we’ve got just the salad for the season! This lemony chopped cauliflower salad has the bright, crunchy, refreshing elements of summer coating a comforting fall veggie. The bes…

Minestrone Soup

Easy and hearty, this old-fashioned minestrone soup is a homemade classic loaded with veggies and noodles that you will love.

Crispy Oven Roasted Okra

Into okra, but not when it’s slimy? Us too. Inspired by an amazing charred okra dish at Launderette, we’re bringing you a reliable roasted okra recipe that’s not only easy to make, but has no sliminess in sight. 
The result is super delicious and …

Easy Soft Pretzel Bites

bowl of soft pretzel bitesDid you know you can make Soft Pretzel Bites at home? And they’re EASY – semi-homemade with just 4 ingredients? These is an epic soft pretzel recipe you’re going to love. You can enjoy soft pretzel bites at home; no mall trip necessary! While I love homemade soft pretzels and soft pretzel bites, sometimes I…

Greek Pasta Salad

A glass bowl filled with Greek or Mediterranean salad containing lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, chickpeas, black olives, feta cheese, and orzo, with wooden utensils and tomatoes in the background.This Greek Pasta Salad recipe is the perfect easy dinner recipe and it’s perfect for a summer potluck. It’s a simple pasta salad with orzo and tons of Greek flavors – feta and briny olives with fresh veggies and a red wine vinaigrette. We absolutely love this recipe! This salad has countless elements to it with so…

Lemon Lush

This creamy lemon lush consists of a soft shortbread crust topped with layers of cream cheese cheesecake, lemon pudding, and Cool Whip.

Jerk Tofu & Roasted Plantain Bowls

Why choose between spicy, savory, and sweet when you can have them ALL? All the taste buds light up with this Caribbean-inspired bowl featuring roasted plantains and tofu coated in the magic of jerk seasoning and paired with a sweet, crunchy mango cucu…

Easy Mango Cucumber Salad

It’s no secret we love spicy, smoky entrées here at MB (exhibits a, b, and c). And what’s the perfect side to accompany them, you ask? Mango cucumber salad! It’s fresh, crunchy, sweet, bright, and quick & easy to make! 
Just 7 ingredients and …

Black Bean Burgers

Veggie burger with a black bean patty, layered with fresh tomato slices, shredded lettuce, and guacamole, served in a soft bun on a wooden board. Blurred background shows additional ingredients and another burger.I started making Black Bean Burgers about 10 years ago and we’ve been enjoying them ever since. I absolutely LOVE beans, so making them into a burger was not a stretch. These are an easy 30-minute meal that’s vegan with a gluten-free option. They’re a meatless burger you WILL want to eat! Believe me, I…

Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks

A rectangular cheese bread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cut into strips. The bread is topped with melted cheese and garnished with parsley. A small cup of marinara sauce is on the side.Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks are the best gooey homemade breadsticks recipe! These are better than anything you’ll get at the local pizzeria – they’re soft and cheesy and full of garlic flavor. This homemade cheesy garlic breadsticks recipe is a keeper. Guys, here’s something (not so) shocking: I love bread. All kinds of bread. Cinnamon rolls, dinner rolls,…

Easy Pasta Sauce Recipe

A pot filled with red marinara sauce, garnished with chopped fresh herbs, sits on a white surface next to a light blue cloth.This Easy Pasta Sauce Recipe can be made in just 30 minutes! It is so much better than store-bought and doesn’t take a whole Sunday afternoon. This easy sauce is my go-to for busy weeknights when I want a “cooked all day” flavor without the wait! This homemade easy pasta sauce is a classic recipe…

Mini BBQ Meatloaf

Mini BBQ meatloaves topped with cheese on a plate with recipe title on bottom of photoA family favorite gets a mini makeover! These Mini BBQ Meatloaf are easy MINI meatloaves! These are full of flavor and the best comfort food when you’re craving a hearty dinner. Mini meatloaf takes less time to bake than a traditional meatloaf making this the best meatloaf recipe for weeknights. Traditional meatloaf has a long…

Easy Spicy Cornbread Recipe

Three pieces of jalapeño cheddar cornbread stacked vertically. The bread appears moist with visible chunks of cheddar and bits of jalapeño, set on a rustic wooden surface with scattered shredded cheese and a blurred background.An EASY Mexican Cornbread recipe is inspired by one of the best cornbreads I’ve ever had! The cornbread mix is filled with jalapeños and cheese making this the perfect side dish. It’s a Spicy Cornbread that’s inspired by Mexican flavors. I am SUPER picky when it comes to cornbread, so when I say this is…

Easy Cheesy Chili Biscuit Bake

Easy Cheesy Chili Biscuit Bakein a white bowl - this easy weeknight dinner recipe has just 5 ingredients! Chili is topped with vegetables, biscuits, and cheese then baked up for a delicious comfort food meal.This Easy Biscuit Casserole with Chilli has only 5 ingredients yet bursts with flavors your family won’t resist. With just everyday pantry items, you can easily put together a comfort meal to satisfy even your laziest weeknights.   You need an easy dinner recipe to help stop the urge of ordering out. A busy weeknight and…

Corn Pasta Salad

corn and zucchini and peppers and pasta and tomatoes all mixed together in a clear bowlEasy salad recipes are the best in summer and this Corn Pasta Salad is one of my favorites. Made with tortellini, corn and lots of grilled veggies, this simple pasta salad has a homemade Italian vinaigrette. Similar to my Pesto Pasta Salad and my Pizza Pasta Salad, I used cheese tortellini in this recipe –…

Easy Refried Beans

refried beans in blue bowlIf you’re looking for a simple side dish for Taco Tuesday or any meal, my EASY Refried Beans are the perfect recipe. You can make this recipe with black beans or pinto beans! With just a few ingredients they’re perfect in quesadillas, on salads, or as a side dish. I started making these beans about…

Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad

A bowl of tortellini pasta is topped with pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, and pine nuts. In the background, theres a small bowl of extra pesto, a bowl of grated cheese, and wooden serving utensils on a striped cloth.Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad is the perfect simple dinner or potluck dish! It’s like a pasta salad but made with cheese tortellini, basil pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts! It’s a hearty pesto pasta salad that I can never stop eating. I think I could live on tortellini…especially with my homemade pesto! Making a Tortellini…

Taco Bell Salad Copycat

taco salad in bowl.This Classic Taco Salad recipe is a quick 30-minute dinner loaded with all of your favorite taco ingredients. It’s kind of like a Taco Bell Taco Salad but made at home in no time at all – we eat this at least once a week! I love to make a big ground beef taco salad…

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