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Homemade Granola

If you’re anything like me, you’ve spent hours in the granola aisle at the grocery store, trying to find just the right kind. You know the one—it has lots of fun mix-ins like nuts and dried fruit; it’s sweet, but not too sweet; it&#82…

Smashed Potato Salad

Smashed Potato Salad: Crispy, Creamy, & Flavor-Packed! I love smashed potatoes, they are one of our go-to side dishes so I knew I would love the viral Smashed Potato Salad. But, of course, I had to add my own spin to make the salad recipe even bett…

Carrot Muffins

These carrot muffins combine two of my favorite things: carrot cake and muffins! They’re moist, fluffy, and warmly spiced, with plenty of grated carrots, chewy raisins, and crunchy walnuts mixed in for texture. Unlike my carrot cake cupcakes, whi…

Cucumber Sandwiches

Cucumber Sandwiches are light, fresh, and delicious little sandwiches. Also known as Tea Sandwiches, they are wonderful for gatherings like…
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Grits and Eggs

Did you catch the guide to how to make grits I posted the other day? I’m following it up with this easy grits and eggs recipe, which might be my favorite way to eat grits. As much as I enjoy creamy grits on their own, I love them even more with f…

Green Goddess Salad

My Twist on the Viral Green Goddess Salad One of my favorite salads is a version of the Green Goddess Salad that went viral on TikTok and Instagram. It was everywhere and for good reason. I tried it and loved it, BUT I created my own version and I thin…

How to Make Grits

We’ve been on a grits kick in our house lately. Jack grew up in the South, so he has a serious soft spot for this rich, creamy corn porridge (especially when it’s loaded up with butter and cream). Through years of enjoying grits together, I…

Lentil Salad

This classic lentil salad recipe features some of my favorite Mediterranean flavors, including cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers, Kalamata olives, and plenty of fresh parsley in a zippy lemon dressing. The texture is an irresistible combination of tender, crisp and chewy. I love to keep this hearty lentil salad in the fridge for a light…

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Black Bean Tacos

These black bean tacos are a really easy, SUPER flavorful dinner. They’re packed with a delicious combination of simple ingredients: black beans, pickled cabbage, cilantro, jalapeños, and Cotija cheese. A hefty drizzle of my cilantro lime crema t…

Beet Poke Bowls

A beet poke bowl topped with marinated beets, mango, radishes, edamame, cucumber, pickled ginger, and wasabi mayo.Learn how to make vegan poke bowls with beets! These Beet Poke Bowls are made with marinated beet poke, fresh vegetables, and wasabi mayo to give you a refreshing and incredibly flexible rice bowl that doesn’t skimp on flavor. For more easy vegan grain bowls, check out my Vegan Buddha Bowl, Vegan Burrito Bowl, and…

Mandarin Orange Salad

Fresh, Bright, & Full of Flavor! I love a GOOD salad with lots of flavors and textures and this Mandarin Orange Salad checks all of the boxes and then some! This salad is like a burst of sunshine in every bite. Tender butter lettuce is topped with …

Quick Pickled Cabbage

Have you ever tried pickled cabbage? If you like dill pickles, pickled red onions, or pickled anything, really, you’re going to love this pickled cabbage too. It’s tangy, it’s crunchy, and it has the most amazing bright red color. Whe…

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta (Dairy-Free)

Weekend flavor meets weeknight ease: 30-minute Tuscan-style shrimp pasta! This CREAMY, dairy-free dish is rich, garlicky, and bursting with bright tomato flavor.
It’s impressive enough to wow any guests but simple enough that you’ll want to…

Cottage Cheese Salad

Simple & Fresh Cottage Cheese Salad Cottage cheese has become extremely popular because it’s high in protein, but I have always been a cottage cheese fan. I eat it almost every single day. I am currently loving this simple Cottage Cheese Sala…

Easy Homemade Biscuits

Did you know that homemade biscuits are easy to make? Well, they are! If the thought of making flaky, buttery biscuits from scratch feels impossible or intimidating to you, I hope you’ll try this easy biscuit recipe. It calls for 6 basic ingredie…

Crispy Vegan Chicken Nuggets

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These vegan chicken nuggets are more than just a plant-based alternative; they’re a delicious, satisfying meal that everyone will love. Get ready to impress your friends and family with your newfound nugget mastery! So, grab your ingredients, crank up the oven (or air fryer!), and get ready to experience nugget nirvana. You won’t regret it!

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How to Cook Rice on the Stove

Learn how to cook rice perfectly every time! Below, I’m sharing my go-to method for how to cook white rice on the stove. It’s easy to make in under 30 minutes, and it always yields tender, fluffy rice. Sooo many people think that it’s…

Creamy Sweet Potatoes and Lentils

Why You’ll Love This Easy Vegetarian Meal This dish was inspired by my favorite soup, Creamy Coconut Ginger Sweet Potato Soup. The flavors are similar, but this dish is made in a skillet. If you like the soup, you HAVE to try this recipe too! Key…

Easy Fried Rice

I make this easy fried rice recipe whenever I have leftover rice in the fridge. If you ask me, this Chinese inspired-dish is the best way to use it up. When the dried-out rice is cooked in a hot skillet, it takes on a delicious lightly crispy texture. …

Oatmeal Cookies

Why You’ll Love Oatmeal Cookies Key Ingredients You’ll find the full list of ingredients in the recipe card below, but here are some ingredient notes before you get started. Variations I love the simplicity of a plain oatmeal cookie, but if…

Tofu Scramble

This tofu scramble is one of my favorite vegan breakfast recipes, if not one of my favorite breakfasts, period. I think it’s just as delicious as classic scrambled eggs. It’s soft and creamy, and it has a rich, eggy flavor thanks to nutriti…

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