Published 1/1/2024 • Updated 8/6/2024 How cute are these protein Snickers Bars? Linely, our head recipe developer NAILED this recipe. I got to be the taste tester for multiple tests and I can safely say that these are better than the actual thing. Plus, they’re made with added protein powder and the most delicious peanut butter caramel. This recipe is definitely a labor of love to make because there are 3 different parts, but I promise it’s worth it....

Published 9/19/2022 Amazing Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese Is there a better combination in the fall than savory squash and a homemade cheese sauce!? We think not! You’re going to love this ultimate fall comfort dish that brings together the sweet and savory flavors of spaghetti squash with a homemade cheese sauce and bread crumb topping. Featured Ingredients This spaghetti squash comes together in 3 parts — roasting the squash, preparing the breadcrumb topping and making the cheese sauce....

Published 12/18/2021 • Updated 3/17/2024 This chicken broccoli and rice casserole recipe features lean chicken breast, rice, broccoli, and a yummy cheese sauce to round it out. One Pan Meal There is nothing better than using a single pot or pan to make your dinner. This easy and cheese chicken broccoli and rice recipe is made on the stovetop in just one pan. That’s right, there’s no pre-cooking your chicken or rice as everything is made right in the same pan....

I think one of the biggest wah-wah moments since going gluten-free was realizing that my family’s trashy-yet-awesome tradition of serving frozen-then-thawed Pepperidge Farms cake for everyone’s birthday is now off limits. Devestating! This long standing tradition started when my Dad forgot my Mom’s birthday way back in the 80s. Having nothing special prepared and in a panic, he raced to the grocery store after work and picked up the first cake he laid eyes on – a Pepperidge Farms vanilla birthday cake from the freezer aisle....

Lincoln started his winter soccer league this week (and by “league” I mean they kick balls around in a gymnasium for an hour – no games, no pressure – can I get an AMEN?!) and I got to thinking about how our evenings will look like in five years. Soccer practice, I’m sure, but also homework, boy scouts, band practice – and that’s just one child. We’ll be times two’ing it with Cameron by then!...

Although school is officially in session around here, I’m squeaking in one final summery recipe before transitioning to soups, chilis, and comforting one pot meals (fall cooking, I’m comin’ for ya’!) I just couldn’t wait another year to share this EPIC, fresh and festive Sweet Corn Caprese Salad recipe with you! Caprese Sweet Corn Salad Fresh, raw sweet corn kernels are sliced from the cob then combined with classic Caprese Salad ingredients including tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella cheese....

Capital D-ying over the recipe for Thai Sticky Chicken Fingers, which are going to be a smash hit at your Super Bowl watch party (or dinner tonight!) After learning which teams are going to the Super Bowl this year (and totally guilty of asking my husband for the sole purpose of creating a themed dish for you) I decided to throw a theme out the window and instead concentrate on creating a dish that you’re going to crave until you physically make then sink your teeth into, because that’s exactly how I’d describe Thai Sticky Chicken Fingers – craveable!...

Although summer doesn’t “officially” start until later this month, I’ve always considered June 1st to be the kickoff to the best of the four seasons. Bring on bike rides, steamy nights, fresh cut grass, and garden raids to make all my summer favorites, including Tomato-Basil Risotto. This light and fresh take on risotto is a DREAM. Creamy, velvety risotto spiked with juicy tomatoes and herby basil? Bring it on!...

I was a guest on a podcast earlier this week and one of the questions asked was “what are some pieces of real life advice that you’ve benefitted from?” Two quotes immediately came to mind that I want to share with you, in addition to a few other nuggets of wisdom I keep in my back pocket anytime I need a mental or emotional boost. I think many of us are reaching a breaking point with what’s happening in our world....

Published 12/15/2016 • Updated 3/14/2024 As a girl who grew up in a very Italian family, biscotti should not be overly sweet, and it should for sure have a nice crunch to it. For this almond biscotti recipe, we really wanted to taste the almond flavor under the chocolate, so we added a little bit of almond extract as well as orange zest. It made a world of difference! We also dunked these cookies in dark chocolate because, well, everything’s better with chocolate!...

Tikki Chaat is one of the most popular street foods in India. From the roadside vendors to five-star hotels, all serve tikki. Different places can have different variations of this popular snack item, but the basic recipe remains the same. It is one of those foods that are a ‘must-try’ for tourists visiting India. Because tikki or tikki chaat is so easy to make, it is one of the most popular snacks in my home too....

Happy Monday, everyone, did you have a nice Halloween weekend?? Last Wednesday we flew out east to visit my in-laws then drove to Surry, Virginia, a 20 minute ferry ride from Jamestown, VA, to spend the weekend. The historical home we rented was built in the 1700s (!!) and sits on 100 wooded acres (no Winnie-the-Pooh sightings.) It was the perfect spooky-feeling spot to spend the holiday! Not to mention a gorgeous one, as we arrived in time to catch the late-fall leaves still clinging to the trees....

Published 7/29/2022 • Updated 3/17/2024 Garden overflowing with cherry tomatoes? We’ve got the perfect summer appetizer for you — bursting cherry tomatoes and grapes with fresh herbs and ooey gooey burrata cheese. It’s flavorful, colorful, and such a perfect dish to pass. We love serving this one as an appetizer for backyard BBQs. It totally fancies things up without adding to This burrata appetizer is the perfect thing to whip up to share and is incredibly delicious and eaten with homemade crostini....

Published 1/22/2021 Cauliflower Pizza Crust for Everyone Say hello to a pizza crust that is gluten-free, flavorful, cheesy and so easy to make! This cauliflower pizza crust isn’t just for people who can’t have gluten, it is so good that you’ll want to add it to your favorite recipe list! Why do we love this cauliflower pizza crust? The base of this cauliflower pizza crust is cauliflower rice, cheese, and simple seasoning....

Being a vegetarian, it’s always challenging to find new recipes. Lately, people are trying to make authentic & traditional recipes in a vegan/vegetarian way by adding cauliflower or chickpeas to them. So here I am sharing my version of Cauliflower Tikka Masala that is delicious and easy to digest. Making Indian food in Instant pot is so much easier, as most of the Indian cooking requires pressure cooking. I use Instant Pot on a daily basis now and always get excited because of the way the food turns out....

Craving something different for dinner tonight? Fire up the grill for cheesy Chicken Fajita Cheeseburgers! No grill? No problem — these ground chicken-based burgers are just as delicious cooked indoors in a skillet or grill pan. My family LOVES ground beef burgers and we eat them almost weekly. That’s a LOT of beef burgers. That said, I like to switch up burger night every now and again so the experience doesn’t get stale....

Published 1/8/2024 • Updated 8/6/2024 We can’t stop calling these copycat Dilly Bars! These chocolate covered strawberry frozen yogurt bars are filled with an ultra-creamy Greek yogurt with strawberries and covered in a layer of chocolate that hardens similarly to magic shell. You’ll absolutely love these. What’s in Protein Frozen Yogurt Bars? These protein frozen yogurt bars are comprised of two layers: a super creamy greek yogurt filling with sliced fresh strawberries, and then a coating of melted dark chocolate that hardens into a shell in the freezer....

Published 4/12/2022 • Updated 1/30/2024 If you like Chipotle’s cilantro lime rice, you are going to love this dish! You can make it with white rice or brown rice and it’s great for meal prep. One thing I never skimp on when I am in line at Chipotle is their cilantro rice! Whether it is their cilantro brown rice or cilantro white rice, I am game. I am a rice girl....

Published 10/27/2024 Cooked all in one skillet, it’s the perfect lazy day meal that still feels a little fancy! If you’ve been around this website a time or two, you know how much we love a good one-pan meal! And this gnocchi skillet is exactly that — it’s made completely in one skillet with a creamy homemade sauce using blended cottage cheese (protein rich!). If you’re looking for an easy fall meal filled with cozy flavors, this is it....

Published 2/29/2024 • Updated 4/29/2024 If you love fluffy eggs, salty diced ham, crunchy bits of bell pepper, and melty cheese, you’re in for a special breakfast! When in doubt, I order a Denver omelet (usually with a side of fluffy pancakes). That’s where the inspo for this Denver omelet egg bake came from! All you have to do is combine everything in a casserole dish and bake. Don’t forget to top with shredded cheese!...